Price Reduced 8.33 %
Price History
$3,000,000
9/14/2023
$2,750,000
11/29/2023
1414 SYLVAN DRIVE, Mount Dora, FL, 32757
5 beds
3 Full / 2 Half baths
1953
6,356 sqft
An exceptional lakefront sanctuary in Mount Dora with ideal Lake Gertrude frontage, breathtaking sunsets, and historic relevance, all encapsulated in superior half-block construction. This is by far the most enviable location in Mount Dora. Sited on a sloping 1.3-acre parcel facing West with captivating lakefront sunsets, this spectacular home features modern improvements and luxury amenities, while retaining its distinguished allure. It was inspired by the Historic “Beauregard-Keyes House” in New Orleans and designed by famous architect James Gamble Rogers then constructed by local contractor J G Ray. A stately main home and a spacious cottage include 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths in all. An impressive circular drive invites guests to ascend the front steps to a classic Florida front porch with elevated views of pristine Lake Gertrude. The main home has a primary bedroom with an ensuite bath and gas fireplace; an exercise room complete with closets and views of the outdoor gardens; a formal living room with fireplace; a formal dining room; a library; a family room with gas fireplace; and 1500 sq.ft. of coral stone patio with an outdoor kitchen and electric sunshades surrounding the pool. A gourmet, eat-in kitchen is designed for entertaining and culinary aficionados with an 8x8 cooking island, high-end appliances, double ovens, two dishwashers, prep sinks, and windows that open the kitchen onto the patios. There is a ½ bath that services the kitchen, family, and library. You and your guests can sample wines from around the world from the 40 Ft x 8 Ft temperature-controlled, hidden wine cellar with storage for over 1,000 bottles. Work from home in the private office with ½ bath overlooking the pool and garden areas. An elegant staircase leads to three bedrooms (one with a Juliette balcony) and a full bath upstairs. The detached cottage, complete with a kitchen, bath, and front porch will house guests in the privacy of the back lot. Another wonderful property feature is the Generac standby generator which is designed to power the entire compound. There is a workshop and child’s playhouse as well. Brick pathways allow you to stroll through the gardens, around the home, and to the cottage. Lakeside, from your private sandy beach, is where the real fun and relaxation happens. Relax under the shade of the palms, enjoy the fire pit on a cool winter evening, fish from your dock, set sail on a windy day, enjoy a sunset cruise, fish, kayak, swim, ski, and so much more. There is 125 feet of private sandy shoreline with a dock, covered boat lift, open deck with seating, and a floating platform. Lake Gertrude is a 248-acre, crystal clear and clean, spring-fed lake. As properties on desirable Lake Gertrude in Mount Dora continue to flourish, and new multi-million-dollar homes are replacing existing lakefront and nearby homes, none can replicate 1414 Sylvan Drive.
Status:
Active
Type:
Single-family residential
Laundry Remarks:
Inside, Laundry Room
Subdivision:
MOUNT DORA SYLVAN SHORES
Garage:
4-car Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street
Heating:
Electric
Cooling:
Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
Acreage:
1.31
Est. Taxes:
$23,830
Construction
Block
Utilities
Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Lot Description:
Corner Lot, City Lot, Oversized Lot
View Description:
Water
Days on Market:
76
Pet Policy:
Yes
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Pool:
Auto Cleaner, Gunite, In Ground
Min Lease Term:
No Minimum
MLS #:
G5072970
Community Info
School Info
Mount Dora Christian Academy
Enrollment: 578
Distance: 0.48 Miles
Community Rating:
Gateway Christian School
Enrollment: 80
Distance: 1.01 Miles
Mt. Dora High School
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 1,121
Distance: 1.23 Miles
Community Rating:
Triangle Elementary School
Rating: 2/10
Enrollment: 768
Distance: 1.25 Miles
Community Rating:
Montessori At Roseborough
Enrollment: 136
Distance: 1.25 Miles
Community Rating:
Mt. Dora Middle School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 851
Distance: 1.45 Miles
Community Rating:
Faith Lutheran School
Enrollment: 240
Distance: 2.09 Miles
Community Rating:
Lake Academy Eustis
Enrollment: 61
Distance: 2.36 Miles
Lake Technical College
Enrollment: 0
Distance: 2.69 Miles
Community Rating:
Nonschool Adult Education
Enrollment: 0
Distance: 2.7 Miles
Lake Virtual Franchise
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 84
Distance: 2.7 Miles
Lake Virtual Instruction Program
Enrollment: 26
Distance: 2.7 Miles
Lake Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
Enrollment: 0
Distance: 2.7 Miles
Lake Virtual Instruction Course Offerings
Enrollment: 0
Distance: 2.7 Miles
Eustis Heights Elementary School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 749
Distance: 2.8 Miles
Community Rating:
Eustis High School
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 1,373
Distance: 2.81 Miles
Community Rating:
Liberty Christian Prep
Enrollment: 274
Distance: 2.89 Miles
Community Rating:
Eustis Elementary School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 459
Distance: 3.13 Miles
Community Rating:
Contracted Services
Enrollment: 0
Distance: 3.16 Miles
Carlton Palms Educational Center
Enrollment: 40
Distance: 3.55 Miles
Community Rating:
Eustis Middle School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 959
Distance: 3.56 Miles
Community Rating:
Round Lake Elementary School
Rating: 8/10
Enrollment: 1,080
Distance: 3.73 Miles
Community Rating:
Tavares Elementary School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 1,002
Distance: 3.95 Miles
Community Rating:
Tavares High School
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 1,422
Distance: 4.39 Miles
Community Rating:
Alee Academy Charter School
Rating: 1/10
Enrollment: 257
Distance: 4.62 Miles
Community Rating:
Lake County Acer Program
Enrollment: 10
Distance: 4.67 Miles
Kings Kids Academy
Enrollment: 3
Distance: 5.57 Miles
Tavares Middle School
Rating: 3/10
Enrollment: 1,104
Distance: 5.76 Miles
Community Rating:
Zellwood Elementary School
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 604
Distance: 6.08 Miles
Community Rating:
Sorrento Elementary School
Rating: 5/10
Enrollment: 877
Distance: 6.45 Miles
Community Rating:
Special Kids Academy
Enrollment: 14
Distance: 7.16 Miles
Hampden Dubose Academy
Enrollment: 233
Distance: 7.86 Miles
Community Rating:
Milestones Community School of Lake County
Enrollment: 19
Distance: 7.87 Miles
Treadway Elementary School
Rating: 5/10
Enrollment: 895
Distance: 7.97 Miles
Community Rating:
Astatula Elementary School
Rating: 4/10
Enrollment: 655
Distance: 7.98 Miles
Community Rating:
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