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18610 Townsend House Road

Dade City, FL 33523
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Bed 4

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Bath 3

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Acres59.51

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Welcome to an extraordinary 107-acre legacy estate where rolling hills cascade gently toward a breathtaking spring-fed lake, creating one of the most captivating landscapes in all of Central Florida. Tucked away in the peaceful countryside yet remarkably close to the energy of Tampa and the leading hospitals and conveniences of North Tampa, this is the rare kind of property that simply no longer exists. As you enter the estate, majestic century-old live oaks frame the winding landscape like scenes from a classic Southern film. Elevated hilltops reveal sweeping 180-degree west-facing lake views, delivering unforgettable sunsets that paint the water in gold each evening. The pristine spring-fed lake offers exceptional bass fishing, kayaking, small boating, and the kind of peaceful waterfront lifestyle most only dream about. At the heart of the property sits a stunning Southern-style lake home filled with warmth and timeless charm. Expansive wraparound porches overlook the water, inviting you to slow down and take in the beauty of the land from sunrise to sunset. The lake home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2-car garage + fireplace and a private mother-in-law suite complete with its own one-car garage -- ideal for extended family, guests, or multigenerational living. There is a second home on the property (manufactured home). Down by the shoreline, a storybook boathouse feels as though it was lifted straight from a Nicholas Sparks novel -- shaded beneath towering live oaks that took generations to become this magnificent. It is the perfect gathering place for family and friends, offering lake access for kayaks and small boats, unforgettable entertaining spaces, and an atmosphere that cannot be recreated. Beyond its beauty, the possibilities here are truly exceptional. The acreage may be divided into multiple parcels, making it ideal for creating a private family compound or an exclusive country estate community featuring luxury lake homes and shared lake access. The combination of elevated topography, mature oak hammocks, open pastures, waterfront views, and development potential makes this property extraordinarily rare. Properties like this are not man-made -- they are created by nature over generations. The rolling hills, majestic oaks, sparkling spring-fed waters, and cinematic scenery come together to create a place that leaves a lasting impression long after you visit. This is more than land. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an unforgettable Florida legacy property. The peaceful lakefront location could not be any better with quick access to Tampa for those who work there but want to live outside of the city and rather belong to a small town with a community-feel! The property is located close to both Historic Dade City and Brooksville in the highly-desired area of Spring Lake. This area in on a ridge of hills offering long distance views that will make you forget you're in Florida and yet you're just minutes from I-75. These are two ''Hallmark Towns'' with year round festivals, arts and craft shows, music on the town square, horse-drawn carriage rides at Christmas, coffee shoppes, charming stores and restaurants!! 30 minutes to kayaking, paddle-boarding, and swimming with the manatees in the clear Weeki Wachee River! Enjoy all the water activities Tampa offers from! 1 hour to TOP US BEACHES!! 1.5 hours to Disney World and Universal Studios and all the theme parks!! You can really have it all.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $11,700,000

AD Id : 78888329

MLS Id : 2259408

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 59.51 Acres

Year Built : 1993

Garage : 3

County : Pasco

Subdivision: Bayside At Waterman's

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 15
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Metal
  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) Roof: Metal Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Electric Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1993 Building Area Total: 3064 Construction Materials: Other Stories: 2 Frontage Length: 2000 Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around Private Pool: No Water front Features: Lake Privileges, Lake Front View: Lake, Trees/Woods
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Other

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 59.51 Acres Lot Size Acres: 59.51 Lot Size Square Feet: 2592256 Lot Description: Agricultural, Cleared, Waterfront

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Not In Hernando Source Property Type: Residential Zoning Description: Agricultural Commercial Property SubType: Single Family Residence Direction Faces: East Property Age: 33

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $11700000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Tax Lot: 0000 Tax Block: 00900 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $13014 Tax Legal Desc: COM AT NE COR OF SW1/4 OF SEC TH ALG N LINE THEREOF S88DG 56' 24''W 402.50 FT TH S34DG 04' 00''W 38 FT FOR POB TH S09 DG 18' 00''E 485 FT TH S84DG 19' 40''W 534 FT TH ALG W LINE OF E 203 FT OF W1/2 OF NE1/4 OF SW1/4 OF SEC S03DG 27' 29''W 733.05 FT TH ALG S LINE OF W1/2 OF NE1/4 OF SW1/4 N89DG 42' 42''E 203 FT TO SE COR OF SAID W1/2 TH ALG W LINE OF E1/2 OF SE1/4 OF SW1/4 S03DG 26' 57''W 1276.58 FT TO S

  • Parking Information

    Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 3

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Other
    Junior High School: Other
    Senior High School: Other
  • Utility Information

    Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Location Information

    Direction: From 41 turn onto Ayers Rd, turn right onto Dan Brown Hill Rd, turn right onto Townsend House Rd, turn left onto Rice Ridge Rd and follow until the end. WaterSource: Well
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/19/2026 @ 17:49

MLS: 2259408 LISTED BY: Kimberly Pye, Home-Land Real Estate Inc 352-556-0909 SOURCE: Hernando County Association of REALTORS

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