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9 Lake & River Homes Now on the Market in Florida

By Vustine Rico

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Tranquil water views and serene settings highlight these 9 lake and river homes in Florida, offering peaceful retreats from everyday life. Ideal for waterfront living enthusiasts. Find your waterside haven—explore these stunning homes today!

6845 Shimmering Dr | $375,000

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6845 Shimmering Dr, Lakeland, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Tom Mcglamory

Prepare to be amazed as you enter this South Lakeland beauty! Nestled in the highly sought after Twin Lakes at Christina GATED community, and zoned for one of Central Florida’s top school districts, this home literally has it all! This home has LAWN CARE service, a COMMUNITY POOL very close to the home and clubhouse.

Listing details: The roof was replaced in 2017, master bathroom remodeled 2018, kitchen remodeled 2019, flooring replaced in 2021, and A/C replaced 2023. This perfectly kept home is filled with beautiful natural light throughout and has an open, split bedroom floor plan with volume ceilings. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home also features a must see SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE, a must see REMODELED PRIMARY BATHROOM 2018, family room, dining room and a screened lanai. The roomy kitchen features a nook areas and leads into open floor plan dining area or family room. So much versatility in this home definitely a must see! The lanai has a beautiful and well manicured lawn with mature trees. Enjoy the privacy this Gated Community offers as well as the tranquil Lake view and community amenities. This home is complete with NO CARPET THROUGHOUT, connected to City sewer, irrigation system, ample 2-car garage and features a beautiful pillar entranceway. Conveniently located within close proximity to restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and main highways. This turnkey property is just waiting to be loved by its next owner, schedule your showing today!

Price:
$375,000
Size:
1,788 sq ft
Contact:
Tom Mcglamory , Keller Williams Realty , +1 863.640.3144

Spacious Lakefront Home | $539,000

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433 Avenue C Ne, Winter Haven, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Robin Haight

Located in the heart of Winter Haven, this completely remodeled home is amazing! It is located on the same lake as the Winter Haven Hospital making it a great option to rent to traveling nurses. It is currently doing well being rented through VRBO and Booking. com. If you are interested in moving to Florida for personal reasons, this home has all you could desire.

Listing details: With an attic, main floor and ground floor, it is incredibly unique in the Florida market. The main floor has lots of living area, 3 bedrooms and a bathroom and the main kitchen and dining areas while the downstairs has a master suite plus a lanai, laundry room and another 3⁄4 kitchen! The lanai leads out to a patio and then to the big backyard which slopes down to the crystal clear lake– great for water skiing. Behind the master suite is a basement for storage equal in size to an oversized two car garage. In addition, there is an attic which is prepped for another master suite and is 65% complete. When finished, it will have a full bath, kitchenette and bedroom with a potential dormer looking out to the lake. The entire roof is coated with closed cell insulation to help keep out the heat. Just blocks away, you can find the public library, Haven Roasters coffee, winner of the Gold, Silver, and Bronze in the 2024 Golden Bean World Series: the World’s Largest Coffee Roasting Competition, shopping, the Saturday Farmer’s market and so much more. Legoland is only 5 miles from this property and Disney less than 30 miles away. With lakefront, large living areas and multiple bedrooms and floors, this home truly has it all.

Price:
$539,000
Size:
2,169 sq ft
Contact:
Robin Haight, S&D Real Estate , +1 863.521.8522

745 Square Lake Dr E | $555,000

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45 Square Lake Dr E, Bartow, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Carla J. Meeks

Located in the sought-after Square Lake gated community in Bartow, FL, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a serene waterfront lifestyle. Enjoy fishing or simply admiring the scenic water from your own dock. With modern upgrades and high-end finishes throughout, this home boasts 10-foot ceilings, Kraftmaid cabinets, quartz countertops, and elegant bamboo flooring.

Listing details: The living area features an electric fireplace and plenty of natural light. Outside, two screened porches overlook the lake, offering perfect spots for relaxation and entertainment. The property also includes a RainSoft water filtration system, updated roof (2017), and a new AC unit (2022) with UV bulbs for enhanced air purification. With sidewalks, street lighting, and underground utilities, the community offers security and convenience. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this meticulously maintained and upgraded home yours!

Price:
$555,000
Size:
2,369 sq ft
Contact:
Carla J. Meeks, Meeks Real Estate, LCC , +1 863.604.9287

Welcome To Your Dream Waterfront Home! | $874,000

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609 Alta Vista Dr E, Haines City, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Stan Wilson & Claudia Gimenez-carlson

Nestled along the tranquil shores of Lake Eva, this enchanting Mid-Century 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom haven offers a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. As you step inside through the double leaded glass doors, you’ll be greeted by an abundance of natural light dancing through the windows, illuminating the unique floor plan that exudes character at every turn.

Listing details: Marvel at the sweeping views of the shimmering lake with its 200- foot-wide natural white sand shoreline, perfect for relishing breathtaking sunsets and catching mesmerizing fireworks displays and concert events hosted at the Haines City Premium Community Park just across the water, all this from the luxury of your own home. Inside, the expansive main living areas exude elegance with double crown molding, adding a touch of sophistication to the ambiance. Each bedroom is a private sanctuary with its own en-suite full bathroom. A chef-inspired kitchen, spanning 24’ x 13’, is designed for culinary enthusiasts, offering ample space and storage, including wall-to-wall pantry cabinets to accommodate all of your cooking needs. Step outside to discover your own private oasis, which includes a large enclosed gathering area with a fire pit, a door to the lower veranda and a path that leads to a dock equipped with electricity and water, perfect for boating enthusiasts or simply relaxing by the water’s edge, watching Eagles and shore birds. Cultivate your green thumb in the green house, complete with water and electricity. Embrace leisure and entertainment in the generous 750-Square-foot unfinished bonus room, offering versatile usage options. Additional storage is provided by the 12’ x 24’ shed with a loft, overhead door, and ramp, ensuring all your belongings are neatly organized and accessible. This property also INCLUDES 1.42 ACRE EXTRA LOT for a total of 2.693 acres, which presents an exciting opportunity for future development, expansion or sale. And with the seller offering an ASSUMABLE LOAN at a remarkable 2.25% interest rate for a portion of the purchase price, owning this slice of paradise has never been more attainable. Further enhancing the appeal of this home are its modern amenities, including NEWER ROOF, NEWER ELECTRICAL, NEWER HIGH EFFICIENCY VARIABLE SPEED AC SYSTEM, NEWER GAS WATER HEATER, and complete plumbing for gas, ensuring comfort and convenience year-round. There are too many more additions to this property to list here, so please call us for more information. Don’t miss your chance to experience lakeside living at its finest – schedule your private showing today.

Price:
$874,000
Size:
2,493 sq ft
Contact:
Stan Wilson & Claudia Gimenez-carlson, Gold Key Associates , +1 850-496-3424, 503-708-6009

Your Slice Of Paradise Awaits! | $980,000

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258 Bayberry Dr, Polk City, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Troy Duprey & Linda Rotante

LAKE FRONT POOL HOME! This remarkable custom-built home is located on Lake Agnes a 377 Acre, public lake that is perfect for Boating, Skiing, Bass Fishing or just sitting on the COVERED DOCK watching the beautiful SUNSETS, this Executive POOL home has been immaculately maintained and offers a RESORT LIKE outside living space with BREATHTAKING VIEWS, outdoor kitchen, and your backyard leads down to a covered dock with power boat lift and jet ski parking.

Listing details: This home offers 3,366 sq ft of living space which includes 4 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHROOMS, FLORDIA ROOM, Cabana room or “MAN CAVE”, formal Living and Dining rooms, a BONUS or GAME ROOM and a eat-in Kitchen with GRANITE countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Make your appointment today to see this beautiful home.

Price:
$980,000
Size:
3,366 sq ft
Contact:
Troy Duprey & Linda Rotante,Keller Williams Realty , +1 813.364.4001, 813.610.8266

Sophisticated, Furnished 2022 Penthouse | $1,395,000

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205 Strand Dr Unit 402, Melbourne Beach, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Carly Witteck & Mazie Regan

Walk from your river condo to the ocean and leave the car in the garage! Walk miles of unspoiled beach and spend the entire day at the ocean cabana for effortless living.

Listing details: Come home to pure luxury with custom finishes and professionally designed furnishings. Top it off with a killer sunset from your patio, guaranteed to take your breath away….until the next day.

Price:
$1,395,000
Size:
2,291 sq ft
Contact:
Carly Witteck & Mazie Regan, Sotheby’s International Realty , +1 772.643.1039, 772.214.8708

Spectacular Home And Property With 1.2 Acres And A Private Dock | $1,575,000

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98068 Little Piney Island Point, Fernandina Beach, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Kristen Cowling

RARE opportunity to have panoramic MARSH and RIVER views with DEEP WATER TIDAL ACCESS in this elegant WATERFRONT home with a private DOCK just steps away from the back yard. This custom-built elegant residence is nestled gracefully on 1.2 acres with mature landscaping and majestic, moss-draped live oaks in the established neighborhood of Little Piney Island. Immaculately maintained, this spacious home is MOVE- IN ready.

Listing details: The 3754 square feet of living area encompasses 4 separate gathering areas including the great room with a gas fireplace, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a flex room and an expansive walk-in attic with abundant storage. The kitchen opens up to the screen porch with an adjacent deck for seamless entertaining. The two-car garage offers an adjacent climate- controlled work/storage area with access to the back yard. The dock is an ideal spot for fishing or relaxing by the water’s edge enjoying the abundant wildlife and watching the boats go by. This property is a must see!!

Price:
$1,575,000
Size:
3,754 sq ft
Contact:
Kristen Cowling, Keller Williams Realty , +1 561.215.0351

10742 Lake Minneola Shrs | $1,800,000

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10742 Lake Minneola Shrs, Clermont, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Lee Lackey

Discover this stunning Craftsman Lakefront property built in 2018, located on Lake Minneola in the Palisades community. With over a 140 feet of lakefront, this home blends luxury and comfort seamlessly. The main residence features 4 bedrooms (including one used as a den), 3.5 baths, and an oversized three-bay garage with an electric charger. The heart of the home boasts a grand kitchen with a large granite island, state- of-the-art GE appliances, and custom cabinetry. Enjoy breathtaking lake views from the eat-in kitchen and spacious great room, enhanced by pocketing sliding glass doors and shiplapped ceilings. The primary suite offers a luxurious ensuite with dual vanities, a clawfoot tub, and a seamless glass shower.

Listing details: A media room, mudroom, and screened lanai add practicality and comfort. Additionally, an in-law suite with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and its own kitchen and laundry provides flexibility for extended family or guests. Outdoors, this property boasts preserved majestic oaks with decking built around them, creating a park-like setting and providing ample shade. There is a sandy beach perfect for building endless sandcastles, reading a book or basking in the sun. A dock with 2 PWC lifts and a covered boat slip with its own lift as well. This lakefront estate grants access to a private community- only boat ramp, playground, basketball, tennis and pickle ball courts as well as a Clubhouse and community pool. As part of the Clermont chain, one of Florida’s pristine waterways, you can explore 11 lakes connected by a series of canals. View the Clermont boat parades from your screened lanai or jump in the boat and enjoy delicious meals at either of the two notable restaurants located on Lake Minneola. Fish, ski, sail or wakeboard. WDW fireworks.

Price:
$1,800,000
Size:
3,951 sq ft
Contact:
Lee Lackey, Olympus Executive Realty , +1 321.689.6865

Historic Riverfront Holly Cottage | $2,585,000

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6935 Old Church Road, Fleming Island, FL
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LISTING AGENT:
Neil Avery Iii & Victor Avery

Once in a while, a property becomes available that it is so rare as to be unique. This outstanding estate is part of George Fleming’s original 1000 acre land grant, dating from 1796, known as Hibernia. The home, named Holly cottage was constructed in 1897 and is the only remaining home of the ‘Old Place’ owned by the Fleming family. Along with Saint Margaret’s church, located just down this picturesque road, these are the only structures on Fleming Island that are listed on the National Historic Register. Holly Cottage is situated on 4.7 acres and boast over 270 feet of bluff frontage directly on the 3 mile wide St. John’s river.

Listing details: This beautiful high and dry property accented with majestic oaks is located in the very heart of Fleming Island on its best street. The shingle style home has beautiful heart pine floors, high ceilings, and elegant features throughout. The main home features four bedrooms and three full baths with a living room, spacious den, and study. There is a porch in the front from which to survey the impressive property and porches on the back with commanding views of the river. A separate garage building with an attached guest apartment adds a bedroom and full bath to the total. There is also a dock and boathouse. If you and your family want to fully embrace the history of Fleming Island and add your own chapter to “Margaret’s story”. This is your last remaining chance!

Price:
$2,585,000
Size:
2,950 sq ft
Contact:
Neil Avery Iii & Victor Avery, Watson Realty Corp. , +1 904.955.9055