Marvelous Mid-Century Modern

Marvelous Mid-Century Modern home was custom built in 1957 to last! It is BEAUTIFULLY maintained & retains all of the original architectural details which make this property truly UNIQUE. Situated on 1.93 acres on PRIVATE Lake Horney & CLOSE to everything.Within walking distance of Lake Bonny Park, Lake Hollingsworth, Downtown Lakeland and SO much MORE. Adjacent to Florida Southern, The Roberts Academy of FSC, & steps from Harrison School of the Arts & Lakeland HS.From the moment you step through the front door, you will be amazed by this 4 BR, 3.5 BA tri-level. Concrete block exterior & 3 of the main interior walls are also block. ! You will have a formal entrance w/ restored terrazzo floors that opens to the Family rm. A formal living rm with French doors to a private garden area has tile floors & beamed ceilings.Also on this level is an office/library/5th bedroom with a closet & half bath.The kitchen is amazing with all of the original walnut cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a trash compactor, the original stainless sinks, a large closet pantry plus a “Butler’s Pantry” with a desk, closet, cabinets, & counter space. You have a spot for a breakfast or dinette area in the kitchen to enjoy your morning coffee & watch the world go by.The formal dining room is spacious with built-in walnut china cabinets & storage.Step down into the family room with its charming, wood burning fireplace, built-ins, terrazzo floors & French doors to the covered patio & pool area.This space is perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Also, on this level, is a downstairs master BR or guest BR with an en-suite bathroom. This bathroom has been updated so that it blends with the original design & is modern & functional but maintains the original feel. Moving to the third floor, you will find two BR’s, which have new carpet, ceiling fans & built-in maple closets & storage units.The hall BA has the original tile, square tub with shower, dual sinks & water closet. All of the original hardware is still in place including towel racks. The upstairs master is spacious & has the original maple cabinetry, tile floor & lovely en-suite bathroom with its original tile & toilet, a new maple wood vanity, quartz counter, integral bowl sinks & modern lighting. The covered & screened porch is just wonderful. Space for seating, a summer kitchen area with water, a Heated Endless Pool with underwater treadmill, swim against the current mode & therapy jets. This space overlooks the beautiful backyard & Lake Horney. There is a large laundry room & a mud room with tons of storage space, a laundry tub & built-ins for organization. In addition, there is a block shed which with some imagination could be converted into a man cave/she shed.The roof of the main home was replaced in 2017 & the roof of the shed was replaced in 2022.A new electrical panel, breakers, wires & grounded receptacles were installed between 2009–2017.A new compressor & air handler were installed in 2005, with major repairs & part replacement in 2020.The Endless Pool installation & screen enclosure expansion w/ newer brick pavers 2019-2021.In 2018 Apex “Insignia” triple-pane, double hung windows were installed. Motorized blinds were installed in 2019. Privacy fence was installed in 2020 & the terrazzo floors were restored in 2005. You must see this home to really appreciate all it has to offer. Lovingly maintained & beautifully decorated, this is a must see!