810 SE 5th St Ocala, FL 34471

A great opportunity in a sought-after downtown neighborhood of one of Florida’s fastest growing areas. This corner lot property with its stained-glass windows and original screened doors has stone walls and columns with porches meant for enjoying along with energy efficient zoned heat/air. There is a 2nd floor tiled balcony and detailed exterior trim. The home faces North with pleasant views all about. The finial topped round tower, Spanish Moss adorned trees and fenced front garden of Boxwood, Camellia and more speaks “Old Florida” while the original doorbells wirelessly connect to your chosen doorbell sounds. A sidewalk leads west to Heritage Roses and Crepe Myrtle's with gated side street and driveway entries. To the east is a tall jar of trailing blossoms, weeping Bottlebrush, Gardenia and garden gate. Step into walled gardens where the water sounds and mist from the fountain fills the air. Swaying palm trees, nice landscaping and a heated/lighted salt water pool and spa are the perfect private oasis or a wonderful entertaining space. The history and craftsmanship is a wonderful back drop for all design styles and ideas. Upon entry the interior architectural detail and fireplace is impressive. To your left is the large living room and a tall set of pocket doors to the dining room. To your right is the round Music Room. There is a modern open feel with serious old-style quality. The dining Room faces the fountain with windows that open for the breeze and fountain sounds. The kitchen with private stairs to the second floor has built-in cabinets, marble counters and backsplash and all the modern conveniences. The rear sunroom/breakfast room with views of the walled garden and a back door adjoin the laundry room. 1st floor powder room has a stained-glass window. The second story primary bedroom with ensuite and walk-in closet has natural light from north, south and east. 2nd BR with ensuite looks onto the fountain and gardens. 3rd BR fills with amazing colored light from the stained-glass windows. The calming 2nd fl tower room is flooded with natural light from the north, south and west. 2nd fl bathroom houses an original rectangular clawfoot tub and Toto toilet. The 3rd fl with its beadboard finish and dormer views steps back in time, has a great ambiance and awaits your ideas. A two-level Carriage House/workshop/garage fronts SE 6th St. It features pool bath and kitchen. Privacy when you want it as well as full scale entertaining when you don’t. Property locations and possibilities like in this diverse neighborhood don’t come along very often.