*HUGE PRICE REDUCTION* Southern Plantation Style 1928 Home affectionately called "HollyHurst", an historic Lake Lotela charm. Located on the sandy shores of Lake Lotela, a 800+ acre lake, this home is situated on 5.75 acres of beautifully landscape grounds. Property has the potential to be divided for 2 homesites, or purchased separately (with dock on vacant lot). Historic PineCrest golf course is right down the road too. This southern charm masterpiece features grand columns + expansive porches on the front and back of the home. Interior of the home has many original eclectic features that is a sight to behold and is awaiting you to discover. From the brick cook top cove to the Butler's Pantry and many hidden treasures makes this home truly one of a kind that would be appreciated by the its new owners. The attention to detail in the wood working is not something we see anymore. The southern staircase is a statement piece. There's plenty of room to entertain here too. The owner recently added a newer dock with boat lift (boat is included at the right price). Over 300 ft of waterfrontage on one of Highland's County's sought after recreational lakes. The carriage house has a 2 car garage underneath and upstairs is a 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment (could be an income producing Airbnb). Down stairs in the main home are French doors that open up for cool lake breezes. There is a kitchen, formal dining space that is fit for a king, lounge living room, family room and office. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with laundry room. There is an above ground pool to lounge in with a deck. A beautiful flower garden setting that would be a perfect place for a wedding. Come take a stroll and fall in love with the property and see why "HollyHurst" is not just a home, but a lifestyle. Additional living square footage under air in the detached apartment is 900.
For sale
Price cut: $150K (8/11)
$1,450,000
745 Lake Lotela Dr, Avon Park, FL 33825
5beds
3,844sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
5.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Above ground poolFamily roomFrench doorsExpansive porchesHidden treasuresBeautiful flower gardenFormal dining space
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 11, 2025 at 06:48am
Listed by:
Paradise Real Estate International LLC
Source: HFMLS,MLS#: 312619Originating MLS: Heartland Association Of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 23 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22 x 19
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18 x 26
Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Porch
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 27 x 5
Porch
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 40 x 8
Porch
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 25 x 8
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Cable TV, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Casement Window(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,606
- Total interior livable area: 3,844 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Open, Screened, Patio
- Exterior features: Dock, Fruit Trees, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Body of water: Lotela
- Frontage type: Lakefront
Lot
- Size: 5.75 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Additional parcels included: C35332804000A00123,,
- Parcel number: C35332804000A00120
- Zoning description: R1A
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Not Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Powered Boats Allowed
Location
- Region: Avon Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $377/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $845,123
- Annual tax amount: $3,482
- Date on market: 2/21/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
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