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1980 Lake Buffum Road E
Fort Meade, FL 33841
$3,900,000
- 2Beds
- 3Baths2 full, 1 half
- 2,144Sq Ft
- $1,819Per Sq Ft
- 284.84Acres
- 2005Built
- Subdivision
- Not In Subdivision
- County
- Polk
- MLS®
- T3533019
Overview
Spectacular, NATURAL FLORIDA SANCTUARY awaits the ultimate outdoor enthusiast! This outdoor hideaway with 285+/- acres boasts a custom-built 3,194 GSF home, pool, party barn, guest apartment, 5-stand for sporting clays, a 13+/- acre private fishing pond- stocked with largemouth bass and dock, improved pastureland, ideal hunting grounds with native, untouched oak hammocks, pine stands and palmetto scrub. Also included with the property are 5 buildable acres directly on Lake Buffum for quick access to some of the best fishing found in Polk County! This property has it all! Hunting, Fishing, entertaining, and relaxing in the beauty and privacy this sanctuary provides. Enjoy the picturesque sunsets on the private dock, while casting a line for largemouth bass on this 13-acre private fishing pond. The 5-acre buildable lot on Lake Buffum provides 225 feet of direct access on Lake Buffum. You will enjoy 1,268 acres of ideal fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish right from the shoreline. Imagine waking up to the tranquil sound of lapping waves and the promise of a day filled with fishing adventures steps away from your doorstep, without the hassle of traveling, leaving you with more quality time spent outdoors. Explore the many winding trails through native oak hammocks, pine stands, and palmetto scrub, buffered by 3,178± acres of conservation land. Enjoy the outdoors and all the wild game this property has to offer!
The custom-built main house is the heart of the ranch. Designed for entertaining and family gatherings, the home offers glorious waves of natural sunlight and spectacular views of the surrounding ranch. The welcoming front porch boasts gorgeous sunset views across Lake Buffum and the land. The timeless exterior is built to withstand the Florida seasons with a metal roof, and a 25 kW whole home generator. As you step through the front doors you will be welcomed into the open and airy main living area that flows seamlessly into the dining room and kitchen. Custom cypress woodwork, vaulted ceilings, hickory hardwood floors and cabinets, exposed beams, high-end finishes, and meticulous maintenance are some of the reasons why this home makes such a unique and lasting impression. The two-story home provides extreme privacy as the second bedroom and full bath are upstairs, next to the loft office. The master bedroom suite provides a sanctuary to relax with a gas fireplace, an ensuite bathroom with double vanity, walk-in-closet, and private access to the front porch where a hot tub awaits for you to unwind and enjoy the breathtaking country sunsets.
Guess can make themselves at home within the privacy of their own 2-bedroom barn apartment, Located on the second floor of the the toy storage barn, the 784 SF apartment is equipped with a full kitchen, living room, and bathroom. The space is functional and spacious, with the best views of the property from the large screened-in porch.
Good times will abound within the air-conditioned party barn with a built-in wet bar, private bathroom, outdoor fire pit, custom-built 5-stand for shooting sporting clays, two deer stands, and three wildlife feeders. This sportsman's paradise has it all!
Flora, Fauna, Farm and FUN! Make an appointment to explore and experience this paradise today!
Listing Snapshot
- Price
- $3,900,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,144 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 284.84 Acres
- Year Built
- 2005
- MLS® Number
- T3533019
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- $4,014.09 (2023)
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Public Records
Property Details
General Features
14 items
- Acres
- 284.84
- Carport
- 1
- Direction Faces
- West
- Foundation
- Slab
- Levels
- Two
- Number Of Stories
- 2
- Parking
- Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway
- Pets
- Yes
- Property Sub Type
- Farm
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- SqFt Total
- 3,194
- Style
- Florida
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Propane
- Water Source
- Private, Well
Interior Features
21 items
- Appliances
- Other
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace Features
- Gas
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Interior
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Spa
- Yes
Rooms
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | 46x11.2 | First | |
| Bathroom 1 | 5.5x4.5 | First | |
| Bathroom 2 | 4.5x9.4 | Second | |
| Bedroom 2 | 17.4x10.9 | Second | |
| Dining Room | 8.1x12.2 | First | |
| Foyer | 4.5x6.9 | First | |
| Kitchen | 14.1x13.5 | First | |
| Laundry | 10x10.75 | First | |
| Living Room | 17x12 | First | |
| Loft | 7.6x7.2 | Second | |
| Master Bathroom | 9.5x9.3 | First | |
| Master Bedroom | 19.4x17.9 | First | Double Vanity |
Exterior Features
14 items
- Construction Details
- Vinyl Siding
- Exterior
- Lighting, Dock
- Lot Features
- Wooded, Cleared, Farm, Irregular Lot, Pasture, Waterfront
- Other Structures
- Barn(s)
- Patio And Porch
- Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Pool Features
- Above Ground, Private
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Roof
- Metal
- Spa
- Yes
- Spa Features
- Above Ground, Heated
- View
- Lake, Pond, Water, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Lake Privileges, Lake Front
- Waterview
- Lake, Pond, Water, Trees/Woods
Community Features
4 items
- MLS Area
- 33841 - Fort Meade
- Township
- 31
- Horse Property
- Stable(s)
- Roads
- Asphalt
Location
1980 Lake Buffum Road E, Fort Meade, FL 33841 · 33841 - Fort Meade
Neighborhood & Commute
ZIP Code 33841
- Median household income
- $46,457
- Income per person
- $24,681
- Households
- 4,051
- Average household size
- 2.69
- Median age
- 40.7
Source: Walk Score.
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Schools
- Elementary School
- Frostproof Elem
- Middle School
- Frostproof Middle Se
- High School
- Frostproof Middle - Senior High
Price & Status History
- Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
- Status changed to Closed
- Price changed to $4,100,000











