35546 Calla Court, Leesburg, FL 34788

Property Description

Built in 1957, this distinctive mid-century waterfront property offers 201 feet of canal frontage on the first canal off Lake Eustis, providing quick access to the lake and the Harris Chain of Lakes. Situated in a private setting, the property features a main residence, a substantial second building with private guest accommodations, an oversized screened swimming pool, and extensive boating facilities. The main residence retains much of its original mid-century character while incorporating significant modern improvements. The beautifully renovated kitchen (2020) features a contemporary design that complements the home's architectural style, while the main bathroom was also remodeled in 2020. Original Tennessee pink terrazzo flooring was professionally refurbished in 2019. Additional improvements include replacement windows (2019), approximately 90% updated electrical wiring, steel exterior entrance doors (2019, excluding the front and patio doors), blown attic insulation (2019), and roof replacements completed in 2019–2020. Both buildings feature on-demand water heaters. The second building, offering over 1,200 square feet, adds exceptional versatility to the property. It includes a private studio apartment, renovated in 2020–2021, that has been successfully operated as a short-term rental with excellent guest reviews. The apartment features its own private patio and barbecue area, providing comfortable accommodations for visiting family, friends, or rental guests while maintaining privacy for the main residence. Beyond the apartment, the building offers an expansive lodge-style entertainment area featuring a large brick fireplace, original mid-century built-ins, vintage green linoleum flooring, new carpeting, and additional kitchenette areas. This flexible space is ideal for entertaining, a home office, studio, game room, or hobby space. Outdoor living and entertaining are highlights of this property! The oversized screened enclosure surrounds a spacious swimming pool featuring a true deep end, curved entry steps, a vintage stainless steel diving board dating to approximately 1963, an original fiberglass slide, and spa jets in the shallow end. Extensive decorative breeze block adds authentic mid-century architectural appeal to the poolside entertainment areas. Additional amenities include a vintage pool bar, covered outdoor dining with a TV, recreational space, and a large pool bath with shower. Waterfront amenities include two covered docks with electricity, and room for two more boats. Enjoy boating to waterfront restaurants and nearby communities, all easily accessible from your own private dock. Additional property features include a large glass greenhouse, an enclosed garage with coated flooring, a substantial workshop offering potential for additional vehicle or recreational storage, a matching 10 x 10 storage shed, two driveways, and abundant parking. The property is served by a private well for household and potable water, while the irrigation system draws water directly from the canal. Septic systems serve the property, eliminating municipal water and sewer bills. With its private waterfront setting, authentic mid-century architecture, extensive improvements, separate guest accommodations, and outstanding boating and entertainment amenities, this distinctive property offers a combination of character, functionality, and Florida waterfront living that is increasingly difficult to find.