Video Tour: https://youtu.be/3uMUyzX46OY Wonderfully situated between Tampa and Orlando, welcome to Mizelle Creek Estate and Gardens “Escondido”! This expansive retreat is complete with two guest houses, barn, four gazebos, two fish ponds, an island for picnics, and a small creek! This magnificent 37-acre property welcomes you through broad iron gates and scenic private road decorated with marble planters, statues, and lions. A gorgeous mermaid fountain adorns the front courtyard, which creates a picturesque view from the impressive entryway of the home. The grandeur of the front porch is highlighted by sixteen solid concrete columns and durable Brazilian Ipe wood – a perfect spot to sit on rocking chairs and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. Sitting five feet off the ground, the two-story concrete block home is perched for stunning views of the grounds and gardens from every angle. Walk in through the front door and be greeted by twelve-foot high ceilings with picture moldings, Grecian half columns, and an inviting seating area with stained glass dome ceiling. Italian tile lines much of the first floor, with solid mahogany wood finishes throughout, including eight-foot hand-carved doors from Honduras. A custom Tulikibi soapstone fireplace (and pizza oven) distinguishes the open living room, with gorgeous French doors that open out to the air-conditioned solarium and sweeping views of the backyard. The main kitchen is a chef’s dream, combining function with elegance. A mahogany block counter makes for quick and easy meal preparation while cooking on the Superiore six burner gas stove with griddle. Perfect the art of entertaining! Two dishwashers, Sub-Zero refrigerators, large walk-in pantry, wine room, and large buffet bar all serve to make large gatherings easier. The fifteen-foot ceilings in the dining room will add to the opulence of your dinner parties. The owner’s retreat is perfectly tucked away on the first floor, complete with a secondary bedroom, en-suite bathroom with Ultra air massage tub, steam shower, water closet, dual sinks, make-up station, and luxurious walk-in closet. Make every night movie night in your own home theater, complete with a mini stage for live performances! Take the stairs or elevator to the second floor, where four generously sized bedrooms share two full bathrooms. Create your ideal room in the spacious second floor office and library – a spectacular area that could also be a second floor living space, playroom, music room, home gym… the list goes on. A grand porte-cochere connects the home to the five-car garage, above which sits an additional mother-in-law suite – a wonderful space for extra seclusion and guests alike. Enjoy this and so much more when you schedule a showing! The property is sold with additional parcels, which also include a barn with workshop, kitchen, office and bathroom; a 2,220 sq ft block construction, four bedroom, three bathroom home; and a 1,400 sq ft three bedroom, two bathroom home. Other notable features of the property include rain gutters piped directly to the south pond, an archery and gun range, ten acres of perennial peanuts, fruit trees (lemon, calamansi, kumquat), and a small vineyard. Call today!