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16238 E Shirley Shores Road

Tavares, FL 32778

$1,190,000

  • 3Beds
  • 4Baths3 full, 1 half
  • 3,041Sq Ft
  • $391Per Sq Ft
  • 0.85Acres
  • 1996Built
Subdivision
Shirley Shores First Add
County
Lake
MLS®
TB8484778

Overview

This premium waterfront lot 3 bed /3.5 bath that boasts a pool and a boathouse with spectacular views as well as 10' ceilings throughout. Featuring Tuscan-style architecture with gorgeous water views of the canal complete with a covered private boathouse that accommodates a 24 x 8 ft pontoon boat. You enter this lovely home through a gated courtyard that leads you through an 8' Sunburst Ponderosa pine front door special ordered from New Mexico. Once you get inside you immediately notice the Saltillo tile throughout most of the home, textured walls and ceilings, as well as intricate fixtures and finishes. The kitchen appliances have been replaced and include a double oven, ceramic cooktop, and wood cabinets. The living room provides a bright open atmosphere with overhead skylights which were replaced in 2018. You will also notice a gorgeous fireplace mantle with Spanish tile work and beautiful views of the pool patio and waterfront. The primary bedroom is a large size and has access and views to the pool and patio, built in shelving, and his / hers closets. The en-suite showcases dual sinks, walk in shower, 2 shower heads, 2 benches, and a water closet with a toilet and bidet. Plus, it has a bonus space that is being used for work out area or hobby room. There is also a large storage area and a built in safe. Across the house you will find a bonus room which is being used as an office and 2 more bedrms / bathrms. The pool area offers a bar with seating and a kidney shaped pool, spa, fire pit, seating, and a covered lanai. Step out of the lanai into a fenced in back yard and you will find a patio that you can grill or just relax with plenty of room for a table and chairs. The driveway is oversized, if you wanted to fit an RV you could. The garage is also oversized so you can fit a golf cart easily and take it on up to Deer Island for a round of golf only minutes away. The large backyard has plenty of room to add a utility shed or outbuilding. Take a walk down to the boathouse and take in the views of the waterway to Lake Beauclair as well as the amazing sunsets.

Listing Snapshot

Price
$1,190,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
3
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,041 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
0.85 Acres
Year Built
1996
MLS® Number
TB8484778
Status
Sold
Property Tax
$6,127.8 (2025)
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Public Records

Property Details

General Features

18 items
Acres
0.85
Attached Garage
Yes
Direction Faces
North
Foundation
Slab
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Home Warranty
Yes
Levels
One
Number Of Stories
1
Parking
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Attached
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Security
Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer
Septic Tank
SqFt Total
4,850
Style
Mediterranean
Utilities
Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source
Private, Well
Zoning
R-2

Interior Features

20 items
Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Water Softener
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Electric, Insert, Wood Burning
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Furnished
Unfurnished
Heating
Central
Interior
Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Spa
Yes
Window Features
Skylight(s)

Rooms

RoomDimensionsLevelFeatures
Bathroom 315x13FirstCeiling Fan(s)
Bedroom 215x13FirstCeiling Fan(s)
Dining Room16x14First
Kitchen15x12FirstBreakfast Bar
Living Room18x16FirstCeiling Fan(s)
Master BathroomFirstBidet, Double Vanity
Master Bedroom18x16FirstCeiling Fan(s)
Office15x14FirstCeiling Fan(s)
Utility Room16x8First

Exterior Features

16 items
Construction Details
Block, Stucco
Exterior
Courtyard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Rain Gutters
Fencing
Fenced
Lot Features
Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Waterfront
Other Structures
Boat House
Patio And Porch
Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Pool Features
Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Tile, Private
Private Pool
Yes
Roof
Tile
Spa
Yes
Spa Features
In Ground
View
Canal, Lake, Water, Pool
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Canal Front, Lake Privileges
Waterview
Canal, Lake, Water, Pool
Windows/Doors
Skylight(s)

Community Features

3 items
MLS Area
32778 - Tavares / Deer Island
Township
20S
Roads
Asphalt

Location

16238 E Shirley Shores Road, Tavares, FL 32778 · 32778 - Tavares / Deer Island

Neighborhood & Commute

ZIP Code 32778

Median household income
$56,133
Income per person
$35,152
Households
11,419
Average household size
2.16
Median age
52.9

Source: Walk Score.

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Schools

Elementary School
Tavares Elem
Middle School
Tavares Middle
High School
Tavares High

Price & Status History

  1. Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
  2. Status changed to Closed

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