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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

RoomDimensionsLevelFeatures
Balcony/Porch/Lanai46x11.2First
Bathroom 15.5x4.5First
Bathroom 24.5x9.4Second
Bedroom 217.4x10.9Second
Dining Room8.1x12.2First
Foyer4.5x6.9First
Kitchen14.1x13.5First
Laundry10x10.75First
Living Room17x12First
Loft7.6x7.2Second
Master Bathroom9.5x9.3First
Master Bedroom19.4x17.9FirstDouble 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

$550K$515K
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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

  1. Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
  2. Status changed to Closed
  3. Price changed to $4,100,000

Friends & Family

Listing courtesy of FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLC (813) 540-1000

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