Property Description

One or more photos are virtually staged. Brand new listing price. The Grande Dame, a tribute to the matriarch of the Cross family is one of the few original homes built in the Broadview Heights subdivision adjacent to the grounds of the former Lake County Country Club in the 1940's and 1950's. First time coming to market in over 65 (sixty-five) years; ownership solely held by the Cross family; this 4 bedroom 3 full bath mid-century original, mid-century modern ranch with original terrazzo floors and carpeting, two HVAC units (electric and newer propane gas) two hot water tanks (electric and propane gas), two newer drain field/septic systems replaced in 2021 and 2023 and newer vinyl windows and sliding door give the next owners an opportunity to update and personalize this George O. Pringle Comfort Design residence into their vision of home. This lovely home is being sold AS IS ensuring the new owners an opportunity to write their own story, making personalized touches and creating an inviting home for the future. The formal living room and kitchen-family room combination ceilings have skylights and exposed finished beams that are features of both the sunroom and large screened porch that overlook, from a distance, shimmering 153-acre East Crooked Lake. This home has an abundance of storage, a private primary suite with access to the inside utility room to the rear and side gardens. Situated on a generously oversized 260' X 147' terraced lot Parcel A with deep-well irrigation, an abundance of well managed mature shade trees and a detached 600+ square foot detached garage with opener, service door and two sets of garage doors (double and single) allowing drive through access to the rear of the yard. There's ample room for your peaceful mediation, hobbies and recreational interests. The 9/10-acre setting is picturesque, zoned rural residential (R1) with elevated views of highly desirable East Crooked Lake. An HOA free community of unnecessary fees, restrictions or city of Eustis taxes is a bonus in this unincorporated hamlet. With ample room for everyone, this attractive setting is ideal for holding large family get-togethers or quiet times strolling with one another throughout the peaceful yard. This oversized site is adjacent to the 90-acre Hidden Waters Preserve, that once served as the golf course to the former Lake County Country Club. Home to soft-shell turtles and Coopers Hawks (named in honor of naturalist William Cooper) is a truly unique outdoor experience that's just around the corner, offering birdwatching, hiking and the fitness enthusiasts will enjoy power walking, jogging and running the 5 dedicated birding trails in a relaxed eco-friendly, conservation setting. Enjoy peaceful country living just minutes from the A-Rated Lake County School District, nearby medical facilities, shopping, dining and entertainment that are close by. Discover historic downtown Eustis, Mount Dora and Tavares the Sea Plane City. Easily accessible to downtown Orlando via the 453/429/414 connectors and close to the Sanford Orlando International Airport and the Orlando International Airport. Just over an hour to Florida's East Coast beaches. This is not just a one-of-a-kind location to behold but an opportunity to own and freshen the Grande Dame to her original mid-century grandeur. Vacant lot to the rear of property behind garage on Fairway Avenue is also available. Parcel B Lot 8 MLS # NS1086923