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8386 Austin Road

Melrose, FL

Listing Details

  • $849,500
  • MLS# GC539637
  • Type Residential - Single Family
  • Status Active
  • 5
    Bedrooms
  • 3 full
    Bathrooms
  • 3,688
    Square Feet
  • 1.480 acres
    Lot Size
  • 1955
    Year Built

Description

Welcome to an extraordinary opportunity to own a true waterfront retreat on the crystal-clear, spring-fed waters of Lake Lily-one of North Central Florida's most sought-after private lakes. This stunning property offers the perfect balance of luxury, recreation, and income potential, featuring a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath main home with over 3,300 square feet offering two primary suites and 3 guest bedrooms plus a separate auxillary dwelling unit (ADU) with two private 1-bedroom, 1-bath efficiency living spaces, each just under 400 square feet-ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income.Built with solid block construction, this home... Read more is designed for both durability and comfort. Inside, a beautifully updated kitchen anchors the home, blending style and functionality while opening seamlessly into the main living spaces. The expansive great room is a true showstopper, with walls of windows that capture breathtaking panoramic views of the lake, built-n cabinets and a gas fireplace-creating a light-filled space perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round.Wake up to water views from multiple bedrooms, three of which offer private porch views overlooking the lake. The luxurious primary suite is a retreat of its own, complete with a screened in covered porch, custom cabinetry, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring an oversized shower and a deep soaker tub. Step outside and experience the ultimate lake lifestyle. A huge oversized deck provide the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while your private sandy beach and dock invite you to swim, sunbathe, or launch into a day of boating. Known for its pristine waters, Lake Lily offers the rare combination of being large enough for water skiing and jet skis, yet peaceful enough for quiet mornings and unforgettable sunset views. Surrounded by natural beauty and located within easy reach of Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Ocala, this property also places you near the charming communities of Melrose and Keystone Heights, known for their local dining and shopping. All this is located on 1.48 acres with a spectacular garden loaded with flowers, vegetables and plentiful fruit trees just waiting for you!Whether youre seeking a full-time lakefront residence, a private getaway, or a property with built-in income potential, this one-of-a-kind Lake Lily estate delivers an unmatched lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation.

Key Features

  • Garden
  • Lighting
  • Playground
  • Private Entrance
  • Private Mailbox
  • Private Yard
  • Rain Gutters
  • Storage
  • Built-in Features
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Crown Molding
  • Open Floorplan
  • Primary Bedroom Main Floor
  • PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
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8386 Austin Road
Melrose, FL 32666
County
Clay

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All Property Features

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Great Room, Inside Utility
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Body of Water: LAKE LILY
  • Cooling: Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s)
  • Days on Site: 31
  • Directions: From the intersection of SR 26 in Melrose go east on SR 26 and turn left onto Hwy 219 and then left on Neale Rd then left onto Austin Rd to home at address on the left - follow the driveway to where it splits and go to the right and follow to the home
  • Disaster Mitigation: Above Flood Plain
  • Exterior: Concrete
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting, Playground, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Fenced: Yes
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wire, Wood
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: X*
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation: Crawlspace
  • Frontage Lake: 65
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Ductless
  • Home Style: Custom
  • Home Warranty Y/N: No
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
  • Lot Description: In County, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Private, Unpaved
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.48
  • Lot Size: 1.48 Acres
  • Number of Septics: 1
  • Number of Wells: 1
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, Playground, Private Entrance, Private Yard
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parking: Converted Garage, Driveway, Open
  • Parking Notes: Converted Garage, Driveway, Open
  • Patio/Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Property Attached Y/N: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Lock Box Coded, ShowingTime
  • Special Sale Provisions: None
  • Special View Info: Water
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Taxes: $6,136
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
  • Water: Well
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water Access Y/N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Skiing Allowed
  • Water View: Lake
  • Windows: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Zoning: SFR