LAKEFRONT MOUNT DORA! SOPHISTICATED HOME ON SPRING FED LAKE GERTRUDE. This custom-built luxury home offering 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths, and approximately 3,364 sq ft of refined living space is on a generous 0.84 acre lot.
Poised majestically on a hillside overlooking coveted Lake Gertrude, this exquisite property provides lakefront living at its finest with 100 +/- feet of waterfront, complete with a private beach, covered boat dock and sun deck, powered boat lift and retractable awning —perfect for lakeside recreation and entertaining!
Designed by renowned local builder Sam Sadler in 2000, the home remains in near-new condition and features timeless architectural elegance.
?The front entrance features a welcoming brick staircase and covered porch with French-style double doors. Mature landscaping, stone pavers, and a concrete walkway enhance the curb appeal. Step into the Florida Room offering breathtaking elevated lake views. The bright, open living room boasts wood floors, cathedral ceilings, intricate millwork, bookshelves, a wood-paneled gas remote fireplace, with built-in entertainment components and classic crown molding.
The chef’s kitchen & eat in area, also with lake views, features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, center island, built-in appliances, ceramic cooktop, and ample pantry storage, with easy flow to the formal dining area, laundry room and convenient half bath.
The primary suite offers peaceful lake views and a spa-inspired bath with garden whirlpool tub, frameless glass shower, dual vanities, private water closet with backyard access, and a spacious walk-in closet. The second guest suite features its own bath with stained-glass skylight and artisan Kohler fixtures, while the third bedroom—accessed through French doors—serves beautifully as a home office or studio.
A covered breezeway connects to the 720 sq. ft. detached two-car garage with workshop space and a private guest suite above with full bath—ideal for extended stays or a retreat.
The layout includes a gracious circular driveway in the front with plenty of parking and wooden deck area overlooking the lake, complemented by convenient rear access from Highview Road. The private backyard area offers beautiful landscaping and patio with plenty of entertaining space and room for a pool.
Additional highlights include new roof and gutters with LeafGuard (April 2022), upgraded water heaters (2018, 2019), modern HVAC systems (main Lennox in 2015, Fujitsu split for garage suite in 2016, Trane in the master suite 2023), a year-long American Home Shield warranty, a RainBird sprinkler system using lake water, SimpliSafe alarm system, central vacuum system, and a whole-house propane generator- 120 gallon LP tank (owned), built in floor safe
Ideally located, this home is just minutes from Mount Dora’s vibrant downtown with its historic galleries, boutique shops, fine dining, parks, and year-round festivals—easily reached by stroll, bike, or golf cart. You’ll also enjoy an easy commute to Orlando International Airport, the Atlantic beaches, shopping, theme parks, and more. This residence beautifully combines modern luxury with the relaxed elegance of true lakefront living. Furnishings and golf cart are negotiable.
