Residential Property - Villa in Lake Wales
Listing Price: $1,585,000
Description of Property
WELCOME TO VILLA LAGO a lovely, historic 1927 waterfront home with stunning views of majestic Mountain Lake that is a short walk from the Colony House. Upon entering through the original French front doors, you are greeted by an expansive living room with original pecky cypress cathedral ceilings. The living room offers two seating arrangements, one for lounging and enjoying your favorite show; the other by the fireplace for reading or entertaining guests. Beyond the living room, step down into the formal dining room with an entire wall of floor to ceiling windows facing out to the screened lanai which offers amazing views of the water. In the bright and airy kitchen you will find updated cabinetry, a kitchen island as well as new stainless steel appliances including Bosch double ovens, a Sub-zero refrigerator, Viking wine cooler, cooktop and two Miele dishwashers. There is also a windowed breakfast nook with views of the lake and the property’s ancient live oak grove. The master bedroom, which is located on the far west end of the home, is an owner's retreat with pecky cypress cathedral ceilings, a seating area with views of the water and original fireplace. The bedroom is en-suite and offers a large walk-in closet, brand new resort style bathroom featuring walk-in shower and double vanity sinks. The house also includes a cozy, wood paneled library/ potential 3rd bedroom with built-in shelving, recessed lighting and direct lake views. A nicely sized guest bedroom, also en-suite, has a large walk in closet. A 3rd full bath with shower for additional guests and large closets complete the main house, with all rooms on one floor. Additionally, an oversized two car garage will accommodate your vehicles and two golf carts or provides the potential for 686 sqft of extra living space. The Seller has professional plans available to convert the garage space, creating 2 additional lake view bedrooms each with ensuite full baths. This Fee Simple town home (not co-op) property is truly remarkable and one worthy of preview.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Villa
City: Lake Wales
County: Polk
Subdivision: Mountain Lake Unrec
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Sq. Ft. Gross: 3,172
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 3,127
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $507
Year built: 1927
Annual Tax: $7,207
Add'l Maint. Fee: $200
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
- 24-Hour Guard
- Common Area Taxes
- Private Road
- Security
Interior Features:
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Dry Bar
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Thermostat
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wet Bar
- Window Treatments
Appliances:
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Wine Refrigerator
Accessibility Features:
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features:
- Gas
- Living Room
- Master Bedroom
- Wood Burning
Window Features: Shutters
Additional Rooms:
- Den/Library/Office
- Florida Room
- Great Room
- Inside Utility
- Storage Rooms
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Laminate
- Parquet
- Hardwood
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Not specified
Pool Features:
Spa Features:
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Lake
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Lake
Water View: Lake
Water Name: Mountain Lake
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Historical
- Block
- Stucco
- Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Concrete, Tile
- Awning(s)
- French Doors
- Rain Gutters
- Sliding Doors
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
- Circular Driveway
- Driveway
- Garage Faces Side
- Golf Cart Parking
- Off Street
Floors Total:
Floors in Unit: One
Cooling: Central Air
Heating & Fuel: Central
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
Security Features:
- Gated Community
- Security System Owned
- Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures:
View: Water
Fencing:
Utilities:
- Cable Available
- Electricity Connected
- Private
- Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Private
Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Golf Carts OK
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Cleared
- Historic District
- In County
- Level
Lot Size (acres): 1.41
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 61,237 square feet
Road Frontage: Street Paved, Private Road
Front Exposure: North
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash
Parcel Number: 272922866300003104
Tax Legal Desc.: MOUNTAIN LAKE UNRECORDED PLAT PT LOT 10 1/2 IN BLK 3 LYING IN NW1/4 OF NW1/4 OF NE1/4 OF SEC 26 TP 29 RG 27 MORE PART DESC AS: COMM 176.56 FT S & 385.41 FT E OF NW COR OF NE1/4 OF SEC 26 THENCE RUN ALONG S SIDE OF RD S89-40-38W 19.64 FT TO POB S01-39 -01W 271.46 FT TO SHORE OF MOUNTAIN LAKE THENCE WITH MEANDERS OF LAKE S74-00-00W 83.37 FT S52-24-36W 61.87 FT N23-42- 06W 326.61 FT TO RD R/W ELY ALONG CURVE ON R/W 157.18 FT N89-40-38E ALONG R/W 115.56 FT TO POB
Disclosures: Lead Paint, Other
Section: 22
Range: 27
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