Property Description
Located on a quiet country road in NW Marion County, River Mist Farm offers 42 acres of spacious pastures, glorious live oaks, and spectacular gardens and privacy. As a private horse facility the farm has been the birthplace of multiple stakes winners and champions and
offers stunning landscape for whatever equestrian discipline you pursue. A beautiful canopy of crepe myrtles shade the driveway as it leads towards the 3-bedroom, 3-.5 bath multi-story main home built in 2005 featuring a unique layout with bamboo wood flooring and lots of natural light. There is no shortage of remarkable spaces in the home– The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless appliances including a Thermidor gas range and Sub Zero fridge, a large center island with granite countertops, lots of storage space, and an additional pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a lovely built-in wet bar complete with beverage fridge and direct access to the back patio. The main living area is a huge space that provides extensive built-in shelving and a wood-burning fireplace with tasteful brick facade. All bedrooms are inviting, though the primary suite is an especially notable space that showcases cathedral wood-beamed ceilings, a large layout, private access to the pool area, two large walk-in closets with comprehensive glass-front shelving units, and a private en-suite with a huge walk-in shower and dual vanities. Interesting spaces continue throughout the home, including the spacious in-house mud/laundry room with plenty of cabinet storage, a family room, multiple flex spaces including an office/den area that is home to a wine cellar and safe room, and a light and bright multi-use area that currently serves as an aviary. To the back of the home is the stunning pool area that provides the perfect place for entertaining and unwinding. A sparkling in-ground pool is adorned with a decorative rose motif, surrounded by a huge pool deck and several covered areas including a gazebo, summer kitchen space, a koi pond, a bocce court, an original antique cracker dog house, and several quiet reflecting areas within the garden. The care and dedication to the property are evident from the extensive established gardens, which bloom with perennials, agapanthus, hydrangea trees, and even angel trumpets. This property is perfect for those with a green thumb and even includes a greenhouse/garden shed with lots of natural light and plenty of space for growing potted plants all year long. A large generator, high-impact windows throughout, and a tornado closet offer additional peace of mind. Brand new roof! For equestrians a lovely 8-stall block barn features oversized stalls, barn office, bathroom, and a large loft that could be finished into a barn apartment if desired. A secondary barn is also in place, offering an additional 4-stalls, 12 paddocks, feeder pens, and a large round-pen are also established, and the farm’s great land is scattered with gorgeous granddaddy oaks for gentle shade with lots of areas to ride and train. All of this and more are located less than 10 minutes from HITS and 15 minutes from the World Equestrian Center and OBS making this a standout property for anyone looking to "Live the Ocala Dream!"