1980 Lake Buffum Road
Fort Meade, FL 33841
$4,250,000
Price
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,144 Sq. Ft.
— / Sq. Ft.
2,144
Sq. Ft.
—
per Sq. Ft.
Description
Spectacular, NATURAL FLORIDA SANCTUARY awaits the ultimate outdoor enthusiast! This outdoor hideaway with 285+/- acres boasts a custom-built 3,194 GSF home, pool, party barn, guest apartment, 5-stand for sporting clays, a 13+/- acre private fishing pond- stocked with largemouth bass and dock, improved pastureland, ideal hunting grounds with native, untouched oak hammocks, pine stands and palmetto scrub. Also included with the property are 5 buildable acres directly on Lake Buffum for quick access...Spectacular, NATURAL FLORIDA SANCTUARY awaits the ultimate outdoor enthusiast! This outdoor hideaway with 285+/- acres boasts a custom-built 3,194 GSF home, pool, party barn, guest apartment, 5-stand for sporting clays, a 13+/- acre private fishing pond- stocked with largemouth bass and dock, improved pastureland, ideal hunting grounds with native, untouched oak hammocks, pine stands and palmetto scrub. Also included with the property are 5 buildable acres directly on Lake Buffum for quick access to some of the best fishing found in Polk County! This property has it all! Hunting, Fishing, entertaining, and relaxing in the beauty and privacy this sanctuary provides. Enjoy the picturesque sunsets on the private dock, while casting a line for largemouth bass on this 13-acre private fishing pond. The 5-acre buildable lot on Lake Buffum provides 225 feet of direct access on Lake Buffum. You will enjoy 1,268 acres of ideal fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish right from the shoreline. Imagine waking up to the tranquil sound of lapping waves and the promise of a day filled with fishing adventures steps away from your doorstep, without the hassle of traveling, leaving you with more quality time spent outdoors. Explore the many winding trails through native oak hammocks, pine stands, and palmetto scrub, buffered by 3,178± acres of conservation land. Enjoy the outdoors and all the wild game this property has to offer! The custom-built main house is the heart of the ranch. Designed for entertaining and family gatherings, the home offers glorious waves of natural sunlight and spectacular views of the surrounding ranch. The welcoming front porch boasts gorgeous sunset views across Lake Buffum and the land. The timeless exterior is built to withstand the Florida seasons with a metal roof, and a 25 kW whole home generator. As you step through the front doors you will be welcomed into the open and airy main living area that flows seamlessly into the dining room and kitchen. Custom cypress woodwork, vaulted ceilings, hickory hardwood floors and cabinets, exposed beams, high-end finishes, and meticulous maintenance are some of the reasons why this home makes such a unique and lasting impression. The two-story home provides extreme privacy as the second bedroom and full bath are upstairs, next to the loft office. The master bedroom suite provides a sanctuary to relax with a gas fireplace, an ensuite bathroom with double vanity, walk-in-closet, and private access to the front porch where a hot tub awaits for you to unwind and enjoy the breathtaking country sunsets. Guess can make themselves at home within the privacy of their own 2-bedroom barn apartment, Located on the second floor of the the toy storage barn, the 784 SF apartment is equipped with a full kitchen, living room, and bathroom. The space is functional and spacious, with the best views of the property from the large screened-in porch. Good times will abound within the air-conditioned party barn with a built-in wet bar, private bathroom, outdoor fire pit, custom-built 5-stand for shooting sporting clays, two deer stands, and three wildlife feeders. This sportsman's paradise has it all! Flora, Fauna, Farm and FUN! Make an appointment to explore and experience this paradise today!
- Listed by Reed Fischbach • FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLCP: (813)-540-1000 C: (813)-546-1000 Reed@FischbachLandCompany.com
- Listed by Ellie Dahl • FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLCP: (863)-224-3944 ellie@fischbachlandcompany.com
Property Details for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
Architectural Style
Florida
Subdivision NameNOT IN SUBDIVISION
Township31
Carport Spaces1
ViewTrees/Woods, Water
WaterfrontYes
Water ViewLake, Pond
LISTING UPDATED: 12/21/2024 12:20 PM
Property Details for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | T3533019 |
| Days on Market | 230 |
| Taxes | $4,014 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Farm |
| Year Built | 2005 |
| Lot Size | 284.84 AC |
| County | Polk County |
Building Information for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
Building Size-Lot Size284.84 AC
Property Information for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
Summary
Location and General Information
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 3194.0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Direction Faces: West
- Directions: From Bartow, Florida, Take US-98/ Hwy 17 S (3.8 miles) Turn left onto Homeland-Garfield Road (4.7 miles) Continue on Sinkhole Road. Drive to Lake Buffum Road North (9.8 miles) Turn Left onto Sinkhole Road (2.5 miles) Turn Right onto Surveyors Lake Road (0.2 miles) Slight Right onto Murphy Road (1.5 miles) Continue onto Lake Buffum Road North (5.6 miles)
- Elementary School: Frostproof Elem
- Middle Or Junior School: Frostproof Middle Se
- High School: Frostproof Middle - Senior High
- Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
- Major Change Type: New Listing
- Listing Service: Full Service
- Senior Community: No
- Unit Number: No
- Street Number: 1980
- Street Name: Lake Buffum
- Street Suffix: ROAD
- Street Direction Suffix: E
- State: FL
- City: FORT MEADE
Parking
- Carport: Yes
- Garage: No
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway
Taxes and HOA Information
- Association: No
- CDD: No
- Tax Book Number: P-81
- Tax Legal Description: COMM SW COR OF SEC S0-21-06E 177.9 FT ALONG W LINE OF NW1/4 OF SEC 20 TO PT ON C/L OF E BUFFUM RD N37-44-14E ALONG SAID C/L 500.52 FT N37-43-46E 137.6 FT N37-44-08E 1810.58 FT N40-33-52E 2435.15 FT S88-45E 1275 FT TO POB N13-35E 470 FT S76-25E 470 FT S13-35W 470 FT N76-25W 470 FT TO POB
- Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels Description: 27-31-17-000000-011010,27-31-09-000000-042010,27-31-16-000000-014010,27-31-17-000000-013030
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Current Use: Cattle, Livestock
- Lot Features: Cleared, Farm, In County, Irregular Lot, Pasture
- Parcel Number: 273117000000011040
- Total Acreage: 200 to less than 500
- Water Access: Lake, Pond
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Body Name: Lake Buffum
- Water Extras: Fishing Pier, Skiing Allowed
- Water Extras: Yes
- Water: Fishing Pier, Skiing Allowed
- Living Area: 2144
Property and Assessments
- Year Built Numeric: 2005
- Flood Zone Code: x
- Home Warranty: No
- Homestead: Yes
- New Construction: No
- Public Survey Range: 27
- Public Survey Section: 17
- Dock YN: Yes
- Dock Description: Dock - Open, Dock - Wood, Dock w/o Water Supply
- Dock Dimensions: 14x38
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Propane
- Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: Two
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Pool Features: Above Ground, Deck
- Pool Private: Yes
- Pool: None
- Pool Private: Yes
- Roof: Metal
- Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated
- Spa: Yes
- Vegetation: Oak Trees, Wooded
- Waterfront Features: Lake
- Waterfront Feet Total: 0
- Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
- Appliances: Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Gas, Master Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Room Count: 12.0
- Water View: Yes
- Bathrooms Half: 1
Rental
Rental Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Property History for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1980 Lake Buffum Road
Taxable ValueLand$11,985Additions$163,371Total$175,356
Tax Record2024$2,340 ($195 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,144 SqFtStories2Lot Size220,893 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built2005CountyPOLKAPN273117000000011040
Schools near 1980 Lake Buffum Road
This home is within Polk.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ben Hill Griffin Jr Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Bartow Elementary Academy PublicK to 5 | ||
Union Academy Public6 to 8 | ||
Frostproof Middle/Senior High School Public6 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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Listing Courtesy of FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLC, Reed Fischbach; FISCHBACH LAND COMPANY LLC, Ellie Dahl
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