Rare opportunity to own this prime example of Streamline Moderne architecture that emerged during the Art Deco era in the 1930s. Built in 1938, offering both historical significance and contemporary convenience, this home blends timeless elegance with modern comforts. Located in the heart of Clermont’s historic district, this gem offers no HOA, oversized lot, tons of privacy and storage, fruit trees, and great views of Lake Minnehaha.
As you enter the home, you will find a big, bright living room with a 1930’s style fireplace, a cozy Dining area and two bedrooms featuring full width windows on the South wall. The kitchen presents a clean, bright, and practical design.. A laundry room and full bath complete the main floor living space. Upstairs you enter a Franklin Roosevelt era Master Suite, starting with an 18 X 12 Sitting Room so brightly illuminated by large windows, facing South and West, you may need sunglasses! Next the Master Bedroom is waiting for you. Finally, a well-appointed bath featuring a beautiful porthole window. This unique Suite provides the perfect space for the Master plus a nursery, home office, home gym, theater room, bedroom, etc. Follow the curved staircase up to the third level to experience the roof top deck. This 24 ft X 24 ft rooftop hideaway offers open air, panoramic views of the lake. Enjoy peace of mind with the brand-new commercial style, walkable, roof completed June 2024. Plenty of storage is available… garage on main level and a daylight, walk out basement below. Also, fresh interior and exterior paint, modern plumbing and electric, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Need more? Seamlessly matching the original Streamline Moderne design, the owners have commissioned a full set of engineered plans for a detached, oversized, 2-car garage with an above guest apartment / in-law suite, plans to convert the existing garage into additional bedroom space and adding a main level deck off the current dining area. The uniqueness of this property extends to financing as well! An assumable mortgage is an option. Clermont’s nickname is Choice of Champions® for good reason. Clermont is home to: the internationally known National Training Center (where numerous Olympic Medalists have trained), Lake Sumter State College, the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center (enjoy theater, gymnasium, meeting space, community pool), the South Lake Fitness Trail, the Clermont Chain of Lakes (famous for boating and world class fishing), Lake Louisa State Park, Clermont’s Waterfront Park, 5 Golf Courses, an annual Collegiate Fast Pitch Softball Tournament, triathlons, dragon boat rowing, dog parks, the South Lake Hospital, bird watching and more. Historic Downtown Clermont is a vibrant place with year-round activities: farmers market, on-site breweries, waterfront restaurants, antique shops, galleries and many cultural events. Future plans for Clermont include the Olympus Sports Complex which will have an ice rink, trail system, amphitheater, hotel, shopping and living spaces. Commuting or travelling? Easily access Tampa and Orlando via the Florida Turnpike, State Road 50 and US 27 (North-South) where attractions and employment opportunities abound. A short commute to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Gatorland Zoo, Orlando International Airport. Like the beach? It’s less than two hours from either the Atlantic or Gulf coasts. See launches from Cape Canaveral, cruise from Port Canaveral or Port of Tampa,