7780 N WHIPPOORWILL TERRACE, Hernando, FL, 34442 | $8,900,000

Welcome to Eagle’s Rest Equestrian Estate – A Premier Horse Country Retreat!

Near the World Equestrian Center and the vibrant heart of Ocala, this exceptional estate offers the ultimate in equestrian living. Enter through a picturesque drive lined with grand oaks and classic 4-board fencing, and you’ll immediately sense the beauty and tranquility of this one-of-a-kind property.

As you approach the main residence, you’ll pass the impressive 35-stall barn—just one of the estate’s standout features. Inside the custom-built home, soaring pine ceilings, a dramatic 23-foot fireplace, and polished cherry wood floors set the stage for both elegant entertaining and relaxed country living. The spacious living area includes built-in entertainment, a wet bar, and a cozy loft, all framed by a wall of French doors offering stunning views of the aquifer-fed pond and gently rolling hills.

The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream with granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, dual ovens, a large gas cooktop, and a convenient breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen, a charming dinette and formal dining room both offer scenic views and artistic touches.

The owner’s suite is located in a private wing, featuring two walk-in closets, a luxurious en suite bath with dual vanities, jetted tub, and walk-in shower. A connected office/sitting room with panoramic windows leads to the upper deck and pool area. Also in this wing is a flexible bonus room ideal for a gym, studio, or additional bedroom.

The lower level offers two guest bedrooms with private baths, a game room, wet bar, and direct access to the pool, spa, and a pool house/studio. Outdoor living is just as impressive with an expansive upper deck, built-in grill, lanai with brick oven, cabana, and two spiral staircases for convenient access between levels.

In addition to the main home, the estate includes a spacious 2, 340 sq ft guest house, two separate 2-bedroom apartments, two barns with a total of 43 stalls, 19 turnouts, four fenced pastures, and miles of paved driveways and fencing.

Recent upgrades include new asphalt roofs (2023) and state-of-the-art Trane 454B HVAC systems (March 2025), along with many more 2025 improvements too numerous to list. Meticulously and continually maintained for beauty and safety, this owner continues to make improvements for efficiency including 10 new feeding boxes and the ultimate in pasture water supply with Drinking Post brand waterers.

Eagle’s Rest is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey equestrian estate in one of Florida’s most sought-after horse country locations. Schedule your private tour or request a detailed overview to explore everything this extraordinary property has to offer.

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