2878 MARKHAM WOODS RD Longwood, FL 32779
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 25,706 sqft
Price per Sqft $291
MLS Listing ID O6335062
Bedrooms 10
Full Baths 13
Half Baths 4
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 2003
Annual Tax Amount $75,172
Lot Size 7.610 Acres
Acres 7.61
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
Main Residence (12,000 SF): A European influenced estate with 6 bedrooms, 8 full baths, and 3 half baths arranged across two levels for both grand entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Five gas fireplaces, a dramatic curved staircase, stone accents, custom millwork, designer lighting, and a private elevator elevate the home's ambiance. Flexible spaces include a separate primary suite with adjacent nanny room, a library, private office, hobby studio, game room, upstairs den, gym, two laundry rooms, pet wash station, and a tree-house style lounge. The chef's kitchen offers premier appliances including Thermador gas cooking, Dacor ovens, Bosch dishwashers, Subzero refrigeration, warming drawers, beverage coolers, custom cabinetry, and a large prep island designed for gatherings.
Guest Residences: A 2,300 SF guest house with 3 ensuite bedrooms, half bath, full kitchen, and two car garage provides ideal multi-generational living or long-term visitor accommodations. The separate 800 SF cottage with bedroom, bath, kitchenette, and laundry opens to the outdoor pavilion and is perfect for extended family or staff.
Outdoor Living and Pools: Enjoy a resort-style heated saltwater pool, pavilion, gazebo, and expansive lawns suitable for events or quiet relaxation. An indoor resistance pool, spa, and steam shower support year-round wellness and recreation.
Car Barn and Storage: A remarkable 5,040 SF air-conditioned car barn with 20 foot ceilings accommodates 10 or more vehicles and includes an office suite, half bath, and kitchenette. A new 250 gallon fueling tank adds convenience for collectors maintaining specialty vehicles. The property also features a helicopter pad and flexible party venue space, plus a covered RV bay with water and electric hookups.
Infrastructure and Upgrades: Fiber optic gigabit internet, 5 new generators, 16 new HVAC systems, 3 new hot water heaters, new roofs on the guest house, cottage, and car barn, and a newly screened front porch provides turnkey comfort and reliability. With 17 total garage spaces, no HOA, and unmatched acreage, the estate provides privacy, freedom, and exceptional value at its new price.
A rare opportunity for discerning buyers seeking a secure compound with luxury living, extensive amenities, and premier Central Florida location.
Location
State FL
County Seminole
Area 32779 - Longwood/Wekiva Springs
Zoning A-1
Rooms
Other Rooms Attic, Bonus Room, Breakfast Room Separate, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Formal Living Room Separate, Inside Utility, Media Room, Storage Rooms
Interior
Interior Features Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Crown Molding, Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
Heating Central, Exhaust Fan, Propane, Zoned
Cooling Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Travertine, Wood
Fireplaces Type Family Room, Other, Outside, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace true
Appliance Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Dog Run, French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
Parking Features Bath In Garage, Boat, Circular Driveway, Common, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Garage, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest, Oversized, Parking Pad, RV Carport, RV Garage, RV Access/Parking, Garage
Garage Spaces 17.0
Fence Fenced, Other
Pool Auto Cleaner, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure, Tile
Community Features Golf Carts OK, Horses Allowed
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Phone Available
View Garden, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Shingle,Tile
Porch Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Attached Garage true
Garage true
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Private, Paved, Zoned for Horses
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 5 to less than 10
Builder Name Custom
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Architectural Style French Provincial
Structure Type Block,Brick,Concrete,Stone,Frame
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Woodlands Elementary
Middle Schools Markham Woods Middle
High Schools Lake Mary High
Others
Pets Allowed Yes
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Membership Fee Required None
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition None
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