Under appraisal! Exceptional lakefront offering in Copeland Park historic district. Timeless 1920’s Greek Revival, restored estate on .96 acres nestled on Lake Copeland. Majestic live oaks and mature landscaping adorn this iconic mansion. Home tells the story of old Orlando. Remarkable craftmanship and character that could not be duplicated today. Three story brick home with masonry walls and wrought iron gate welcome you to a park-like setting on the water. One of the few homes with a true basement, currently used as laundry room and wine storage. Home is perfect for entertaining with its tall 12 ft. ceilings, gas fireplaces, hand carved staircase, spacious and light filled rooms. Meticulous details- oak floors, tall crown moldings, Doric columns, inviting front porch, cylinder glass windows (wavy), dormer windows, cornices, lunette window are all characteristics of the Greek revival architecture and floorplan. Brass fixtures from Governor’s mansion and Paris that date hundreds of years old will stay with the home. Designated rooms for library, living, sun room (mahogany paneling), dining and front and back porches. Upstairs includes four bedrooms and another two bedrooms on the third floor. Lifetime slate composite roof, 3 ACs (2011,2006 and 2020). Natural gas piped underground.
The Sligh family (City Commissioner/ Mayor) constructed the home in 1928 and owned all of the citrus groves on the lake and surrounding. House and surrounding property are a nod to a bygone era. Dock (new composite) and gazebo are the perfect setting to take in Orlando’s skyline. Antique furniture available for purchase. Plenty of parking in 2 car garage (carriage house) or portico. Prime location to downtown Orlando. Walk to ORMC, Arnold Palmer, Winnie Palmer, restaurants, shopping. Peaceful estate in beautiful, tranquil, urban surrounding. Enjoy the family of swans that make this lake their residence. This is your chance to own a piece of Orlando history. One of a kind opportunity! Appraisal available for review 2017-$2,550,000. 2014 Chubb replacement cost for home only- $1,964,000.