Residential Land with Home for Sale in Altoona, Florida

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Nestled along the outskirts of the OCALA NATIONAL FOREST, this property features rolling hills, a PAVED ROAD, and fenced pastures spread across nearly 5 acres. Set in an active TRAIL RIDING COMMUNITY, it offers access to extensive horse trails spanning 100 miles. Embrace the EQUESTRIAN LIFESTYLE, where you can PLANT a GARDEN, enjoy the HUMMINGBIRDS, have chickens and just ENJOY NATURE from your tree house, reveling in the simplicity of RURAL LIFE. Conveniently located near the Winter Equestrian Circuit at Rocking Horse Ranch and within an hour's drive of Orlando, Ocala, and Daytona, with closer proximity to dining and entertainment in charming Mount Dora or The Villages. The distinctive post and beam, cypress or cedar home features approximately 3100 square feet of living space, highlighted by an open beam cathedral ceiling, METAL ROOF, loft area, DOUBLE-SIDED FIREPLACE, walk-out living space, BEDROOM FIREPLACE, multiple porches, and WOOD FLOORS. The updated master bath adds modern comfort, complemented by a WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR for added convenience. An attached garage, new dishwasher, and VERSATILE FLEX SPACE present opportunities for a gym, WINE CELLAR, or art studio, etc. Additional amenities include a 10x20 open storage shed and a 20x30 pole barn for trailer parking or convert for horses. With its exceptional features and prime location, this property presents a REMARKABLE OPPORTUNITY. Schedule a viewing today to CALL IT HOME. House with approximately 9 acres also available (see MLS G5077374). So many updates!! Contact us now before it's gone!