Property Description
PRIVATE GATED COUNTRY ESTATE & PROFESSIONAL GRADE KENNEL NEAR WORLD EQUESTRIAN CENTER (WEC)! Rare opportunity to own an exceptional, Veterinary grade kennel and private estate just minutes from the WEC and I-75. Enjoy the privacy of country living with resort-style amenities on this gated estate. The residence is designed by architect Walter R. Baker Jr. and built by contractor James Bowden in 1990. Both Kennel and residence are wired for a backup generator and have lightning rods. Inside, vaulted wood ceilings and expansive windows bring tons of natural light into the living spaces. The gourmet kitchen is designed for entertaining, featuring an oversized quartz island, smart appliances, including double dishwashers and refrigerators, and double ovens, plus generous prep space and seating. Three en suite bedrooms plus two laundry rooms ensure comfort. The primary suite offers a sitting area, walk-in closet, an updated bathroom, and outdoor access to a gazebo and fenced outdoor retreat. Enjoy the Florida lifestyle with a swimming pool, casita, and covered outdoor entertaining areas. The 10-acre grounds are perimeter-fenced, with ample pasture for horses, cattle, and other animals, plus a large fenced garden and established fruit trees. Multiple outbuildings provide flexibility for guests, extended family, worker accommodations, hobbies, or potential business uses. Recent improvements to the residence include a new in (2022), fresh paint, and professional landscaping. Additional features include a deep well with an owned water purification system, four septic systems, a climate-controlled attached extra-deep two-car garage, multiple sheds, covered RV parking with RV hookups and cleanouts, and extensive parking for vehicles, trailers, and equipment.Built in 1990, the 13-unit indoor/outdoor kennel was designed for safety, sanitation, and functionality. Kennel features include epoxy-finished walls and floors, individual floor drains, secure Mason kennel panels, steel doors, a dedicated birthing room, spacious puppy accommodations, laundry area, bathing sink, and a separate bathroom. The impressive 29' x 20' main lobby of the kennel boasts 20' ceilings, offering ample space for training and handling. NEW 4.5-ton HVAC unit (2026). Separate commercial electric service and septic system. Construction blueprints and kennel inspection documentation are available. The established 48-year West German Shepherd breeding business, including titled, DNA-verified pedigrees, is negotiable. A rare opportunity for established breeders or those looking to create a premier kennel facility. Boarding use requires applicable zoning board approvals. Elevated topography offers scenic views of rolling pastures and mature trees. This property offers a peaceful, secluded setting, with shopping, restaurants, private jet airport, and major destinations, including Ocala, Gainesville, Orlando, and Tampa, all accessible via nearby I-75. A unique property with specialized kennel facilities and established business potential