Walk to town, parks and the waterfront from this British West Indies inspired custom pool home on 1.21 acres! Built in 2023, this residence has character, charm, plenty of unexpected areas and its own unique story. The front balcony overlooks the grounds where you can enjoy sunsets, and the grand oak trees. The moment you step in the front door you will notice the ceramic tile flooring that looks like slate, and it extends throughout the entire first floor of the home, accented with touches of coastal decor. Beautiful Anderson® windows allow natural light to fill the rooms while providing energy efficiency. The open main living area offers views of the refreshing 12' x 32' saltwater pool from large sliding glass doors. The well-designed kitchen is the heart of the home, highlighted by the 3'-6 x 10' quartz island with a double sink and upper open shelving and plenty of lighting to display your favorite dishware. The kitchen is smartly fitted with a 5-burner gas range, dishwasher, refrigerator and a microwave. The convenient butler’s pantry provides additional storage and makes entertaining effortless between the kitchen and the dining area. The cafe with its high ceilings provides a casual dining space and opens to the travertine patio and pool deck. In the living room the Isokern® masonry gas fireplace has a classic herringbone brick pattern inside surrounded by a cast stone mantle and is wonderful on those cooler evenings. There are two bedrooms on the main floor, a guest suite with a private entrance, and a full bath. This bath also doubles as a pool bath. The spacious primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath. The bath has access to the backyard, and offers a double vanity with glass sinks, and complementary designer tile around the tub-shower area. Upstairs you will find wood floors, two more bedrooms, a full spacious bath, a wet bar, and a bonus room currently used as a lounge. The lounge opens to the balcony that overlooks the front yard grounds. The home offers plenty of storage, from the laundry room with its bonus storage under the stairs, and three decked attic areas with 3/4 flooring. The attic spaces are located over the garage and measuring 8' x 15', over the master bedroom closet measuring 8' x 25' and over the second floor measuring 10' x 18'. Energy features in this home include the double pane windows, a vented attic with spray foam insulation, 2 gas water heaters for instant hot water, and 2 HVAC units. The whole-home Generac® generator is located next to the garage. The oversized two-car garage is 24' x 30' with automatic front and rear 8' high doors. This versatile garage can house two cars, store a boat, or use the space for your hobbies while enjoying the garden view from the rear garage door. There is also an 18' x 19'-4 porte-cochere between the home and garage for additional parking. The porte-cochere and garage open to the kitchen garden which offers flowers, fruit trees, herbs and vegetables with an additional fruit tree orchard in the backyard. The residence is not in an HOA and does not have Deed Restrictions. Located on the south side of Historic Mount Dora, this location affords quick access to the 453 connector to the Wekiva Parkway (429), and other major highways. It’s an easy trip of approximately 45 minutes to either Orlando (OIA) or Orlando-Sanford International Airports, 45 minutes to Disney, an hour to the east coast beaches, and 30 minutes to Orlando.

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 3 bath, lakefront, pool home situated on Little Lake Harris. With 163’ of lake frontage and 150’ of new aluminum seawall, a new dock, covered boathouse with boat lift, explore the Harris Chain of Lakes from your backyard. Cruise the Dora Canal, Haines Creek, Lakes Beauclaire, Carlton, Dora, Eustis, Harris, Little Lake Harris, Griffin and the Ocklawaha River. This special residence is located in the quiet Griffin Village neighborhood that offers residents a meandering sidewalk along the waterfront, a lakefront park, and a community boat ramp. There is no HOA or any deed restrictions for this 1/2+ acre homesite! This home has been completely reimagined with new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water heater, and water softener. The new metal roof was insulated with spray foam and the block walls were foam core filled for added energy efficiency. Two solar tubes provide touches of natural daylight. The kitchen and bathrooms have custom cabinets, new appliances and plumbing fixtures. The windows and doors were replaced, and the exterior has freshly painted new stucco. Other extras include a heated saltwater pool in a screened enclosure, updated equipment and an outside shower on the back patio. A new concrete driveway leads to a detached 850 square foot garage/workshop. This home is located about 15-20 minutes from Tavares, Eustis and Mount Dora where you can enjoy dining, shopping and local festivals. Play golf or enjoy a meal at the Mission Inn Resort located right in town. This lakefront home is move-in ready! Call for your private tour!

Enjoy the outdoors at this 5-acre homestead with canal frontage to access Lake Griffin on the Harris Chain of Lakes, or venture along the Ocklawaha River all the way to the St. John’s River. Located near the Emeralda Marsh where multiple recreational opportunities can be enjoyed, scattered oaks and long leaf pines that shade most of the property, with a portion that is nicely cleared around the residence. Currently the property is zoned Agricultural and no HOA, so you can create a mini farm if desired. An oversized 24’ x 24’ detached garage has plenty of space for utility vehicles, and a screen door across the front for project days. Enjoy coffee on the screened front porch with dual access into the home. A large flagstone patio in the backyard is a great spot for grill, smoker, or firepit. If additional storage needs are on your checklist, you’ll find a detached storage shed that has a concrete floor and could be renovated or converted into a pole barn. If you enjoy bass fishing and boating, the 9400 acre Lake Griffin is just a short ride from your backyard dock. The comfortable home is ready for new owners to re-envision or simply enjoy as a weekend get away. The residence is tucked away off the main road with a gated, paved driveway. Just 20 minutes to downtown Leesburg and 30 minutes to Mount Dora. A recent 4-point home inspection is available upon request.

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Back-up Offers accepted. Welcome to 5557 Freeport Drive in Royal Harbor, a soothing, welcoming home, where each room whispers calm and tranquility, and all the elements blend to create an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality. With the gentle hues of the walls, warm hardwood floors, to the thoughtfully chosen interior wooden shutters, this home invites relaxation and comfort. A wonderfully re-imagined kitchen, the open concept living, spacious lanai, views of a well-landscaped backyard, and natural light dispersing into the home adds to the serene ambiance. The kitchen will delight the cook, with a 2023 remodel that added soft close cabinetry, LG gas convection range with a statement Brisas vent hood, Thor Microwave conveniently tucked into a drawer, sparkling granite countertops, LG dishwasher and refrigerator, and a deep one-piece composite sink. The bistro set with a matching granite top will convey with the home. Relax in a comfortable living room that enjoys views of the lanai and back yard. A quiet reading media space just off the foyer could easily work as a sitting area or home office. The spacious 10’ x 18’ lanai has screened windows to allow the breezes in as you enjoy your morning cup of coffee, admiring the views or songbirds. A door leads out to a patio for your barbeque grill. The primary suite affords privacy with an ensuite bathroom, tiled shower, dual sinks, linen closet, and two generous walk-in closets. On the opposite side of the home, the two secondary bedrooms enjoy wardrobe closets and a full hallway bathroom. An additional storage closet in the hallway is handy! More storage is afforded in the garage with wooden and overhead storage and shelving. Perfectly situated on a corner lot, and a prime location within Royal Harbor, the yard has been professionally landscaped and well-manicured. Additional improvements to the residence are a new water heater (2025), tile floor in the lanai (2022), custom shutters (2022), roof replacement (2018), HVAC (2017), and window replacement with double pane (2007). The Royal Harbor 55+ lifestyle has much to experience – a community clubhouse with planned activities to enjoy, Olympic style swimming pool, spa, sports courts, walking paths, meeting space at the iconic lighthouse, and best of all, access to Little Lake Harris on the beautiful Chain of Lakes! Boaters can enjoy Hickory Point Park access just across from the community entrance, and free storage parking inside Royal Harbor for boats, trailers, and RV’s. This well-loved, well maintained home is ready to be enjoyed by new owners!

The Baytree 55+ community in Tavares is one of the most desired addresses, offering the perfect location to shopping, dining, and lakefront activities! Known as America’s Seaplane City, Tavares is golf cart friendly, making it a fun ride to the waterfront restaurants, park, and walking paths along Lake Dora. Festivals and water sporting events throughout the year are fun activities, and nearby downtown Mount Dora has a nice selection of outdoor dining, art, boutiques, coffee shops, and more than 20 parks to explore! From the beautiful entrance to the Baytree neighborhood with tree lined streets and manicured landscaping, you can enjoy a stroll on the sidewalks, chat with neighbors, or walk to the community pool and clubhouse. A lovely glass door welcomes guests to your villa. The tidy kitchen with updated granite counters makes for easy meal preparation and is open to the dining area and living room. Easy care luxury vinyl plank floors throughout the home will work well with any décor! Enjoy the views of the greenspace and pond from the screened-in back porch with your favorite beverage. Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, and nice closet storage space. The primary bedroom overlooks the rear green space and has a walk-in shower. The secondary bedroom faces the front of the property and has a tub/shower. The front door and garage access door were recently replaced, the roof in 2022, and the HVAC in 2020. Step out the front door to the garage access door where the laundry area is located, and the 1-1/2 car garage could accommodate a golf cart! The Seller is offering a 1-year home warranty to the new owner as well! With a low-maintenance villa lifestyle, you have more time to enjoy your hobbies, travel, or begin your next chapter of life in Florida! Lawn maintenance is done for you, so take that off your to-do list and start enjoying your new home and community in Baytree!