1750 SUSSEX DRIVE, MOUNT DORA, FL 32757

About This Property

Experience the rare privilege of private lakefront living on beautiful, spring-fed Lake Gertrude! Set on approximately 1.37 acres with approximately 149 feet of lake frontage, this distinctive Mount Dora estate offers more than a home—it offers a lifestyle centered around the water. With its east-facing front, the home welcomes each day with beautiful sunrises. Offering approximately 3,903 square feet of living space, this unique residence blends timeless character, generous gathering spaces, and an inviting waterfront setting. Enjoy swimming, fishing, waterskiing, paddleboarding, kayaking, and boating on one of the area's sought-after private lakes, with your own dock, boathouse, and covered boat lift just steps from your door. Spend peaceful mornings watching the sunrise, afternoons enjoying your favorite lake activities, and evenings entertaining family and friends. The kitchen features granite countertops, custom wood cabinetry, a large center island, a walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range—creating a functional and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Rich pecky cypress walls, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a built-in wet bar create a warm, inviting atmosphere in the family room. Separate living and dining areas provide additional gathering spaces, while the split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy and comfort. The spacious primary suite features an en-suite bath with walk in shower, soaking tub, double vanity and dressing area, complemented by two additional bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a convenient half bath for guests. Outdoor living takes center stage with an expansive covered lanai featuring soaring cathedral ceilings and an adjoining stone-paver entertaining area with a built-in grill. Additional features include a whole-house Generac generator, an oversized two-car garage with workbench and shelving, generous parking and additional paved driveway and parking-pad space for four extra vehicles, boats, or recreational vehicles, and a well-equipped inside laundry room area with front-load washer and gas dryer. A UTV conveys with the property, and select furniture is negotiable. Located in unincorporated Lake County with no HOA, the property is served by a septic system. With its generous acreage, approximately 150 feet of private lake frontage, and exceptional recreational opportunities, this is a rare opportunity to embrace the Lake Gertrude lifestyle while remaining close to the charm, dining, and shopping of Mount Dora.

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Directions

From 441 & Donnelly Street, South on Donnelly, right on 5th Ave, right on Morningside Drive home on the left (Corner of Sussex and Morningside). From HWY 441 & Morningside Drive, follow to home on the right (Corner of Sussex and Morningside).

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