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Cottages, 55+, Golf Course & beyond: 5 Top Lake County, FL Homes for Sale

Written by Megan Crevier | Sep 22, 2017 7:06:13 PM

From waterside escapes to charming cottages, 55 Plus finds and golf course views, these featured homes for sale in Lake County, Florida offer sought-after locations, styles, and much more! 

Cottage in Mount Dora

This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home for sale in Mount Dora, Florida is located just blocks from Downtown Mount Dora’s loved shopping and dining. Settled in one of the city’s original neighborhoods, this unique home offers a welcoming charm and greets you with its screened front porch. The living room offers original wood floors and a gas fireplace, and the kitchen includes modern upgrades while maintaining the cottage aesthetic. 

"This home includes a large, private yard with room for a pool! It also features gorgeous, colorful flora and shrubbery." Roxanne Logan, Realtor in Mount Dora, Florida and the homes’ listing agent.

 

The kitchen also offers a granite island, dinette, and a beautiful garden view. Enjoy large windows in the family room, along with a French door leading to the private patio. The master includes a large bath with step in shower, along with a walk-in closet. Also enjoy storage space in the detached garage!

Sorrento Home with Golf Course Views

This 6 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home for sale in Sorrento, Florida offers views of the Eagle Dunes golf course’s 18th green and the convenience of a par 72 golf course in your very own neighborhood! Situated in Sorrento Springs, this home offers a unique lifestyle with amenities including a community pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center, as well as a convenient location. Arrive to the home’s dramatic entry featuring arched openings leading to the family and dining room, perfect for entertaining and visiting with loved ones.

“Located in the up and coming corridor of east Lake County, residents of this Sorrento community will enjoy the best of both worlds! Named one of the south's best towns by Southern Living, Mount Dora is just a short 15 minute drive from this residence. Access to the future Wekiva Parkway is also just 15 minutes away, so commuting to Orlando will become faster and easier for work or to enjoy the theme parks!” Jeanne Abernathy, Realtor in Lake County and the home’s listing agent.

The home’s open layout kitchen includes a breakfast bar, glass tile backsplash, and granite counters. Access the covered porch from the family room and dinette sliding glass doors, and enjoy the perfect space to unwind at the end of the day. Retreat to the master suite with a corner garden tub and two walk in closets. The home’s upstairs space is complete with a comfortable loft!

Lake Dora Home in Tavares

This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home for sale in Tavares, Florida is a water lover's paradise! The home includes a bonus lot offering direct waterfront, a granddaddy oak tree, and 112’ boat dock with lift, providing access to Lake Dora on the sought after Harris Chain of Lakes.

“This home’s superior location is within a golf cart ride to Downtown Tavares where you can experience many events, dining, and watersports activities. Enjoy waterfront ownership at a fraction of what most properties sell for on Lake Dora. There is plenty of space to dock your boat, park your RV, and plenty of open living area in this adorable home.” Jeanne Sutton, Realtor in Lake County, Florida and the home’s listing agent.

The ‘Old Florida’ home includes open concept living areas, vintage bathroom wall tile, and carefree flooring throughout. Its spacious, fenced yard offers the perfect storage space for accommodating recreational vehicles. Located in “America’s Seaplane City,” this Tavares home offers the sought-after Florida lakefront lifestyle. Be sure to bring your golf cart and your boat!

Remodeled Townhome in Yalaha

This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome for sale in Yalaha, Florida is located in the sought-after Waterwood community. The home has been completely remodeled with light fixtures, flooring, and high end finishes. Its Florida room with AC overlooks a ‘park like setting’ and patio, the perfect spaces for relaxation.

“They say, Real Estate is all about location. When choosing the ideal location, buyers consider commute time, airport distance, shopping availability, and much more. These are reasons that make Central Florida so desirable, particularly communities like Waterwood, a lakefront community located on the Southern shores of Lake Harris. Nestled within the giant oaks of this neighborhood, you can find peace and comfort in this maintenance free townhome. Richly renovated and ready for someone to love!” Chris Grant, Realtor in Lake County, Florida and the home’s listing agent. 

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Enjoy the electric fireplace and wet bar in the home’s living room, offering the perfect entertaining area. The kitchen includes granite counters, a picture window to the courtyard, and porcelain ‘wood plank’ tile.  The home’s master bedroom features a glass enclosed balcony and spa-like master bath. This sought-after community offers its residents a fishing pier, heated pool, private boat ramp, and marina!

Majestic Oak Model in Plantation at Leesburg

This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home for sale in Leesburg, Florida is the Majestic Oak model located in the 55 Plus, Plantation at Leesburg community. The home features a conservation and golf course view, spacious floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and family room open to the kitchen via the entertainment bar.

"Idyllic golf course and conservation view setting affords this designer home added luxury. Garages are set back in this unique design, which lends to the great curb appeal. Note the charming front "sitting porch," enclosed lanai and backyard grilling patio - there's much more to love here.” Marilyn Morris, Realtor in Leesburg, Florida and the home’s listing agent. 

The kitchen includes newer appliances and relaxing views of the backyard. Host weekend barbecues on the home’s open air patio, and enjoy meals in the lanai with updated windows. This home offers sought-after 55 Plus Florida living located on the 3rd tee of the Crane’s Roost Golf Course with clubs, activities, and great amenities in this popular community!

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