Real Estate Companies Venice, FL

~~Historical home with a $615k Assumable VA Loan at an even more historical 2.5 interest rate!~~ Motivated seller: This one-of-a-kind waterfront estate sits directly on Lake Beauclair in the heart of the famous Harris-Chain-of-Lakes, is priced well BELOW APPRAISAL value (Nov 2024 $1,770,000) and is minutes via boat, jet ski, bike, or car to downtown Mt Dora. The 7,500 sqft Mediterranean-style chateau has everything on your list: A backyard oasis, a dock, boat lift & boat, multiple balconies, unique architectural details, a PRIVATE 2BED/1BATH in-law/guest APARTMENT with separate entrance. Sunset views so beautiful that tourists pay for a sunset boat-tour past your dock ever night! This estate's elegant facade greets you at the end of a long private driveway with courtyards, patios and paver walkways throughout. Inside the front door, you’ll find vintage Saltillo tile floors, stucco walls, archways, custom millwork and pecky cypress trim, doors & ceilings. Views of the lake invite peace and reflection from almost every room! The living room is filled with natural light and offers a wet bar, a beautiful original brick fireplace & a separate library/den. Just steps away, you can dine & entertain on the huge paver patio surrounding the screened-in pool with sunset lake views. In fact, you can even watch the sunset over the lake while relaxing in the hot tub. Beyond the enclosure, there’s plenty of yard space for family activities, and you also have a boathouse, lift, and private dock on Lake Beauclair and the **Chain Of Lakes**. Back inside, the main kitchen features granite countertops, exposed timbers, walk-in pantry, stainless appliances, a massive island and a big bay window with sweeping lake views. The main level also includes a parlor, library, laundry room and fitness-room with separate entrance. Ascend the curved staircase and you’ll find an isolated primary bedroom with a private balcony overlooking the lake. The ensuite boasts dual sinks, heated towel bars, a soaking tub, a separate shower and 2 custom cedar lined closets (1 of them is practically the size of a bedroom). On the other side of the second level, there are multiple guestrooms and two full bathrooms. The in-law apartment has an private 1st level and 2nd level entry, open layout that offers an updated kitchen with new refrigerator, laundry area and a breakfast bar overlooking the dining area & family room. The apartment includes two bright bedrooms, a full bathroom and also has a separate exterior entrance. It can be closed off and separated from the main home. Accompanying the home office on the 3rd floor, you’ll find a big rec room/bedroom, along with a bathroom, and a slider that leads out to an additional private balcony. Don’t forget about the (whole-home) generator, RV hookups (separate septic tank for RV) and the massive attached garage with tesla charging station and plenty of space for cars & all your lake toys. This historic lakeside chateau has to be seen in person to be appreciated. Listing agent must accompany all showings. POF or Preapproval required prior to showing. Home Roof 2016 Boathouse roof 2013, Windows 2016 & 2021, Water Treatment System 2016, AC 2013, 2016, 2019 (see attachment for additional upgrades) https://www.tourdrop.com/dtour/387361

Property Details

Property Features
MLS ID:	MFRG5089151	Year Built:	1924
Appliances:	Bar Fridge, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Water Purifier, Water Softener, Whole House R.O. System, Wine Refrigerator	Architectural Style:	Historic, Traditional
Construction Materials:	Cement Siding, Stucco	Cooling:	Central Air
Country:	US	County Or Parish:	Orange
Direction Faces:	East	Exterior Features:	Awning(s), Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Lighting, Other, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
Fencing:	Masonry	Fireplace Features:	Family Room, Living Room, Masonry, Other, Wood Burning
Flooring:	Tile, Wood	Foundation Details:	Slab
Green Energy Efficient:	Windows	Heating:	Central
Laundry Features:	In Kitchen, Laundry Closet, Laundry Room	Levels:	Three Or More
Listing Agreement:	Exclusive Right To Sell	Listing Terms:	Assumable, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Lot Features:	Cleared, Flag Lot, In County, Landscaped, Private	Occupant Type:	Vacant
Other Equipment:	Generator, Irrigation Equipment	Other Structures:	Boat House, Other, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Parking Features:	Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized	Patio And Porch Features:	Covered, Front Porch, Screened
Pets Allowed:	Yes	Pool Features:	Gunite, In Ground, Lighting
Property Sub Type:	Single Family Residence	Property Type:	Residential
Road Surface Type:	Asphalt	Roof:	Shingle
Sewer:	Septic Tank	Showing Requirements:	24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Listing Agent Must Accompany
Spa Features:	Heated, In Ground	Special Listing Conditions:	None
Standard Status:	Active	State Or Province:	FL
Utilities:	Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sprinkler Well	Vegetation:	Bamboo, Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
View:	Pool, Trees/Woods, Water	Water Source:	Private, Well
Waterfront Features:	Lake Front, Lake Privileges	Window Features:	Blinds, Drapes

Rooms				Rooms
Primary Bedroom:		Bedroom 2:
Bedroom 3:		Bedroom 4:
Bedroom 5:		Additional Bedroom:
Bathroom 1:		Bathroom 2:
Bathroom 3:		Bathroom 4:
Bathroom 5:		Kitchen:
Dining Room:		Family Room:
Living Room:

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