Own Your Own Ponderosa With This Secluded Scenic Family Ranch. Located just less than 5 miles from the town of Avon Park in a picturesque setting on a semi private road with no through traffic. This family ranch is turn key ready for you to enjoy with your farmyard animals. Property consist of 3 parcels totaling just over 15 acres that are fenced (excellent fencing), 2 of the 15 acres are contiguous and the other 5 acres has access through a path and has a beautiful setting with creek running through the side of it, perfect place for another homestead. The buildings consist of main home, horse barn with full apartment/loft overhead, cow pen barn, pasture barn, working barn and 8 dog pens. There are several pastures, weaning pens and horse stalls ready for your full operational family ranch. Home features 4 bed, 2 bath, family room, formal dining room, office and side screened in porch. Rustic rough side cedar walls for that sought after farmhouse look and the focal point of the living room has a granite rock wood burning fireplace. Perfect for family Christmas gatherings. There is a ton of potential here for any family, come make it your family compound, live off the land and be self-sufficient. This is a perfect place to hang to your spurs, your horses will be happy. Avon Park is located in South Central Florida in a rural community that is agricultural centered. You will love the small hometown feel of this charming town. It is within 90 miles of 90% of the states population but without the taxes and traffic. We are south of Orlando, west of WPB and south east of Tampa airports. However you could use Punta Gorda airport too, this is a very easy airport to access. Come enjoy the fresh air and great Florida outdoors. There are tons of fresh water lakes to fish, ski and swim in, natural wondering creeks, golf courses and an art district. Come explore Highlands County and see why we are the #1 area in South Central Florida.

This world-class equestrian facility is capable of housing any riding style and has great income producing potential with infrastructure already in place to be used as a training, boarding or breeding facility. The beautiful homes, barns, wells, and included equipment offer all the support facilities needed for any operation.

Excellent opportunity for a skilled equestrian to own this fully operational equestrian revenue producing facility on 20 acres in highly desirable New Smyrna, Florida. Close to Silver Sands Bridle Riding Club. No HOA, NO CDD, Zoned Family Farming. Solar gated entrance, newly fenced and crossed fenced with (3) fully operational stables, center aisle, tack rooms, fans, lighting, water and electric, wash racks, automatic watering system, rider's lounges, washer, dryer, split system AC, (2) RV hook ups overflow stalls, fly and scent control system, grooming bays, birthing stalls, (34) potential leased stalls, private turn outs, (12) private self board barns with private pastures. (2) Riding arenas: New Covered Arena is 60 X 80, with led lighting, irrigated and excellent footing, mirrors for dressage and hunter practice. Outdoor Arena is 100 X 200, with a full jump course of (10) newly built jumps & standards, Led lighting for night rides, footing with shell, sand and clay, irrigated and graded daily for safe riding. (2) 50' round pens. Deep well irrigates complete property. On staff maintenance and facility manager. Location and business operation is confidential and all facility tours require prequalification and signed confidentiality agreement. Most farm equipment included. New Smyrna is a popular destination location including Beaches, Bike Week, Daytona 500, Historic Canal Street, Marinas, Golf, Historic National Park, close to Spruce Creek private fly-in airport and Daytona National Airport. Centrally located, 2 hours to Wellington and The World Equestrian Center, just over 1 hour to Orlando & attractions. Listing Agent will conduct private facility tours, possibly with owner. Seller may hold a small first mortgage, to be approved by seller. Call Susan Hartley, Florida Homes Realty (904) 293-7423, for exact location, required paperwork, and 3 days advanced notice. All information deemed reliable but should be verified.

Welcome home to PRIVACY and TRANQUILITY in this one of a kind family compound. This spectacular, and recently UPDATED, ESTATE HOME has 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths in the 4556 sq ft main house. The GREAT ROOM, with double french doors leading to the pool/lanai area, has a 2 story STONE FIREPLACE, built-ins and room for large-family gatherings. The gorgeous KITCHEN which opens into the great room, features solid wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, double oven, coffee bar, granite counters, center island, walk in pantry and breakfast room. Behind the kitchen is the EXERCISE ROOM with private full bath - which could function as a 5th bedroom. The PLAY ROOM/GAME ROOM with custom Disney-style wall mural is a great spot for family games or home schooling. The MEDIA ROOM has plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy TV or movies together. The FORMAL DINING ROOM is large enough for a table for 10. A PRIVATE OFFICE with built-ins completes the first floor. Wander up the curved WOOD stairs with elegant turned spindles and ACORN NEWELS to the landing which overlooks the 2 story entry and Great Room. The MASTER BEDROOM SUITE, has a spacious elevated SITTING AREA, LP gas fireplace, and built-ins. The MASTER BATH is a thing of beauty with custom wood cabinetry, STUNNING CUSTOM TILE WORK, granite counters, generous walk-in frameless-glass shower, large dual-sink vanity with seated make up area, WC, spa tub with custom tile surround, and 2 walk-in closets with built-ins. Bedroom 2 has a spectacular EN SUITE BATH, window seat and walk-in closet. Beds 3 & 4 share a Jack and Jill bath with dual sinks and seamless glass walk-in shower with custom tile work. All baths have been recently and tastefully remodeled. The Laundry Room is conveniently located on the second floor and offers a full size washer/dryer, utility sink, and tons of storage. The lanai and POOL area were completely RENOVATED with ample room for sunning or staying in the shade under the cypress ceiling, and features Brazilian hardwood (Ipe) deck boards, paver pool deck, HEATED SALTWATER pool with Pebble pool surface and SUN-SHELF, Pentair equipment powers the pool and spa. The covered SUMMER KITCHEN is any chefs dream, with cypress ceilings, stainless appliances, built-ins, & bar seating. Tucked in behind the kitchen is an outdoor shower. The 11 acres, zoned for horses, has 2 barns; one is 2209 sq ft under AC, and features 3 RV bays, game room loft with POOL TABLE, ping pong and foosball, kitchen and full bath. The second barn is 2608 sq ft with 2 carports, has 1 bed/bath/kitchen/laundry living quarters above, 1 stall STABLE with water, 10 RV hookup in a campground style - on separate well and septic system, pistol range, lighted horseshoe pit, room for a north/south tennis court. There is a water filtration system for the main house and barns that will astound you. Per owner, 4 AC systems are all less than 4 years old. The plumbing is Manabloc with a new bloc in 2019. The main house windows, and RV barn windows are NEW with Low-E, IMPACT GLASS, providing security in storms as well as energy savings. This home is 10 minutes from I-75, 15 minutes from downtown Punta Gorda where you will find several choices of marinas for your BOAT world-class restaurants, and casual shopping. Located on the Washington Loop section of the 160 miles of bike and hiking trails, this home has it all. Outdoor adventure, privacy, yet close to activity and your everyday needs. Escape to Punta Gorda.

Luxury house in world famous equestrian community with miles of trails, cross country area, community barn, covered area, and more. The house itself is built like a dream with lots of open areas, a gourmet chefs kitchen, exquisite master suite with massive walk-in closet, screened porch, in ground pool, fenced yard.

You will be swept away with every inch of this magnificent custom log home! This one of a kind custom built, 2 BR/2.5 BA square stacked cypress log home is situated on 19.56 +/- acres. Constructed in 2018, this home offers impeccable craftsmanship that can't be replicated from the alder wood soft close cabinetry, heart pine floors, Pella windows, and a whole house generator. The loft has a built-in crafting area and lounging area to watch TV or enjoy the views of the property. Separate guest suite on 2nd floor with own kitchenette, dining, relaxing area, and bathroom. With over a mile of custom wood fencing and cross fencing your animals will enjoy wandering this beautiful property. The property has 10 outbuildings with metal roofs including a large equipment barn with workshop, small pole barn near house, very large carport, two hay barns, a large animal shelter with power and water, an animal shelter on the south boundary, two operating pump houses tied together and back each other up, a large wood shed, large chicken coop with fenced chicken yard, and numerous hose bibs throughout the property. This property is set up to easily support any livestock. Property has a great gun range and a site equipped with power, water, and septic to build a 2nd home, workshop, or stable. Abundant wildlife on property. Many improvements made to the house and property in 2021. Long list of furniture and equipment items to convey at asking price.

Gorgeous 12+- acre Equestrian Farm in prime location on Millionaires Row, just minutes from the new World Equestrian Center. When you pass though the beautiful gated entry you will find the Custom 3/2 home, built around a lanai covered swimming pool with a waterfall and dining area. Amenities include a central vacuum system, tray ceilings, large master suite, and much more. The Open floor plan is highlighted with a custom carved sandstone fireplace and wet bar. This beautiful home is surrounded by mature lush landscaping. The winding drive leads to 6 paddocks and an 8 Stall center aisle concrete block barn with clay footing & stall mats, office with bathroom and an Inside Wash Rack and Fly System. There is also a separate building for hay and farm equipment. This farm is a must see, it won't last long on the market! Original plans come with the home.

Are you looking for a family compound? How about an income potential property? Work from home and be your own boss while doing what you love. This 41-acre parcel has several opportunities to do just that. This property has a 1,813 sq.ft. main house and 3 rentals that are all fully furnished and kitchen stocked with dishes, utensils, pots/pans etc. This property is already set up for vacation rentals and horse boarding. Former guests wanting to return January to April and have given current owners permission to give new owners their contact info. Meet people from all over North America and overseas. The main residence is a 2006 three-bedroom 2 bath modular home. Complete with formal dining room, living room, and wood burning fireplace. Second story can be converted to more living space if needed. The breathtaking view from the front porch overlooks the serine setting of the property. A small rental apartment (720 sqft) is attached to the main home that has one full bedroom, a bonus room, full kitchen and one full bathroom. (Income potential) The second home is a 1496 sqft Palm Harbor Home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Living room features a gas burning fireplace, full kitchen, and has special accessible features installed. (Income potential) Close by is a 20x40 enclosed pool house. Enjoy four season swimming with heated pool. Building has skylights for day use and lighting for night swims. Pool House even has the convenience of a full bathroom. Several storage sheds are throughout the property and a greenhouse and grape vineyard (Income potential) are also nearby. Love fruit? Grapes are now ready for harvest and current owners continue to pick fresh figs. Also available when in season, blueberries and lemons. In the greenhouse are planted pineapples and bananas. Plenty of containers and area for growing fresh veggies when it cools down a bit. The next home is a 2080 sqft 4 Bedroom, 2 bath home that features wider door entrances and bathroom bars. Fully furnished and ready to rent out or for the family to moving right in. (income potential) Potentially, a 12 stall Morton Barn (income potential) was built to withstand high winds. Eight stalls are complete but 4 more can be added. There is a 14 by 24 feet office with desk, file cabinets, seating, ceiling fans and air conditioner. Inside and outside access to the office. There is also a feed room with feed bins and small refrigerator, it also has a washer dryer hookup, (no washer/dryer included), and a separate tack/changing room with 1\2 bath with toilet and sink. The barn has water and electric. Three large sodium lights and fans. The office, feed and tack rooms are all insulated. Three paddocks are fenced in and has metal sunshades installed. (Income potential) The rest of the property is a working cattle farm and the outskirts are fenced for a horse walk. There is a gate that opens up to the Withlacoochee State Forest for your guests to take their horses for an even longer ride. No need to trailer your horses to trails, just saddled up and ride into the forest Prime location with plenty of privacy while still not too far from to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and all the conveniences of living close to town. Enjoy peaceful country living. Hurry as this property won’t last long. Beautiful scenic landscape, close to major roads that connect you to shopping, entertainment, hospitals & beaches, yet far enough away to enjoy the private Citrus County countryside. Properties like this don’t come around very often, so act today as this will not last long. Connie Krause Southland Properties Group, Inc. (813) 966-7418 Specializing in Farms, Ranches, Estates, and Acreage. Brooksville, Spring Hill, Land O Lakes, Dade City, Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel, Ridge Manor, Webster, Bushnell, Ocala, Inverness

Blue skies, fresh air, and wide-open spaces are a few natural benefits to this fantastic custom-built home, offering a lifestyle filled with the simple pleasures of country living in the Avon Park Lakes Community. Set on over 10 acres, this sprawling property offers a place to explore nature right from your backyard; saddle up a horse from the massive 10-stall barn, paddle on the private pond, or take the ATVs and dirt bikes for a spin. Designed with lasting quality in mind, the 3,635 s.f. main house with a 3-car garage is constructed of double insulated styrofoam blocks reinforced with concrete, with added insulation that keeps energy bills low. Interior spaces are bright & airy, with the living room offering soaring ceilings, a warming fireplace, and French doors that open to a covered porch looking out on green pastures. The kitchen has 2 bar seating areas that invite gatherings with good company, and luxury finishes that include dovetailed Kraft Maid cabinets, solid surface counters, Stainless Steel appliances, and an oversized pantry. The flowing floor plan extends to a relaxing den and a formal dining room that both feature gorgeous tray ceilings. Wide-open views of nature create a stunning master bedroom, with an ensuite offering a deep soaking tub, separate shower & walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms have new carpeting, and a bonus room makes a great office, game room, or 5th bedroom. Main house upgrades include hurricane-rated windows, whole-house audio & communication system, built-in central vacuum, built-in clean-burning propane generator that turns on within seconds of losing electricity, & a high-end metal shake roof. The fully fenced acreage dotted with oaks & pine trees is a rural paradise with room to roam. A 6-person Artesian Jacuzzi relaxes cares away, the pond with an idyllic dock is a place to make memories, and a 1,750 s.f. steel outbuilding is the ultimate man cave, with a huge workbench, loft, and plenty of room to store machinery or toys that entertain those of all ages. An impressive 10,000 s.f. barn & covered riding arena are fully upgraded, with: 10 concrete stalls with water, fans and rubber mats, insulated feed and tack rooms with AC, a 3,000 s.f. loft with a trap door for dropping hay, a 27’ tall, covered riding arena, and commercial LED lights in the loft and arena for evening rides. The overall exterior upgrades to this property are extensive: an automatic entry gate, chicken coop, greenhouse, solar panels, and 2 large sprinkler systems that keep the St. Augustine grass growing all year long. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from town, and just blocks from Lake Olivia, a community lake, that brings neighbors together with winding trails, fishing, and water sports. Reconnect with life’s slower-paced pleasures, schedule a showing today!

CUSTOM BUILT 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bathroom Home with an Apartment on almost 10 ACRES in the highly desirable EQUESTRIAN community of Pasco Trails! From the moment you drive through the private gated entrance, you’ll notice true pride of ownership, by how the property has been meticulously cared for. The main floor of the home includes all the main living and dining areas, kitchen, master bedroom, and office which all feature high ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, crown molding, custom built-ins, and amazing views of the property. The kitchen is a chef’s dream! With custom appliances, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, an island and a very large walk-in pantry, it’s sure to please the cook in the family! At over 5,700 square feet, this home features many unique sitting areas throughout the home, all of which have an abundance of natural light and beautiful views from every room in the house. The upstairs includes very large secondary bedrooms and bathrooms with adorable window seats throughout the home. The 3 stall garage is perfect for storing your vehicles and directly above it, there’s a fully finished 1/1 apartment. This space would be great for guests or anyone working on the property! After a hard day's work, you’ll love relaxing under the pergola on the back lanai and looking over this magnificent lot which includes a campfire pit, seating areas and an established 4 Stall Horse Barn with RV/Boat Storage. It's not easy to find a fully fenced property on almost 10 Acres this close to Tampa and ready to go for the next Equestrian Lover! Call today to schedule a showing before this rare property is gone!