The property will be shown by ”appointment only“ with wri en confirma on that the Buyer is qualified to purchase.

Please call 863 285 7118 or e‐mailing landlady@maryadsit.com to arrange an appointment. Zoning is A‐1 and a detailed

copy of the permi ed uses is available. Zoning informa on indicates this property could be re‐zoned as a PUD if complying

with the necessary condi ons and could possibly include 40+‐ residences on 2 acre lots. Further detail is available.

PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO $ 7,900,000.

This lis ng encourages other Realtor/Broker par cipa on.

149‐A

EXCLUSIVELY BY:

MARY L ADSIT, Realtor

5757 Trask Road, Fort Meade, FL 33841

PHONE 863 285 7118 E‐MAIL landlady@maryadsit.com WEB SITE www.maryadsit.com

When you think of the perfect place in Florida, it is lake‐

front, orange trees and a beau ful home on the water!

This is it!

The property is bounded on 3 sides by Marion County

Carney Island Park and preserva on lands. 4th side is

this property which has over 2900 . +‐ frontage on Lake

Weir, a 6000 acre pris ne, spring fed lake with over 35

miles of shoreline.

This property offers privacy, income producing orange

grove and an architecturally designed custom home of

7000+‐ sq. . Also ideal for enjoyment of horses or

other agricultural ac vity.

The residence is located on a bluff that is

one of the highest loca ons on the lake.

This boathouse and gazebo is a landmark

on the lake. The home includes a large

screened pool and hot tub, a former

greenhouse now u lized as a dog kennel

with exercise area, boathouse and 200’

dock, 150 +‐year old Oak Trees and im‐

pressive landscaping. There is a separate

apartment unit with a comfortable deck

overlooking the lake, a large 5 bay equip‐

ment storage/maintenance building with

a ached horse stalls and a caretakers

residence.

Ocala, Florida is known as the

“HORSE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD”

DIRECTIONS:

This property is located on the West shore of

Lake Weir which is about 22 miles West of

Exit 352 Interstate 75.

From Hwy. US 27 in Belleview– go 5.7 miles

East on Hwy. 25 to a sign on right– Carney

Island. Turn right and go 6/10 of mile to the

entrance to the park‐thru the entrance and

bear le to this property gated entrance.

This property is:

90 minutes to either Orlando or Tampa Inter‐

na onal airports.

4‐1/2 hours to Miami

2 Hours North to Georgia line

12 miles to “The Villiages”

The property is accessed by passing through

the entrance at Carney Island Park and turn‐

ing le on to a private fenced and enclosed

drive.

Access is by appointment only. Please call

Agent 863 285 7118.

The Lake Weir area has a rich history. The area has historically supported agriculture uses da ng back to the 1600’s. The Span‐

ish missionaries first visited the Lake Weir region around 1600, the Timucuan Indians occupied Marion County. The diseases

carried by the Europeans decimated the local tribes by mid‐1600. Around 1700, the Creek Indians were forced into Florida by

the Bri sh and swi ly became known as the Seminoles. Many Seminoles se led in the Lake Weir area where they farmed and

raised livestock. The Seminoles named this area “Amask Kehegan” meaning Bright Moon Lake.

In the 1800’s, the lake was named in honor of U.S. Army Lieutenant Weir, who was killed near the lake’s banks by the Seminole

Indians in the early 1800’s. In 1875, Captain John L. Carney and his brother E.L. Carney purchased the land now known as Car‐

ney Island. They developed a 25 acre orange grove, which later grew in size. The Carney’s were responsible for propaga ng

several new varie es of citrus, including the Parson Brown variety. For most of the last century, the area surrounding the Car‐

ney groves flourished as a citrus producing region. The citrus was shipped by steamboat from a packinghouse on the east

shore of the property across Lake Weir to the railroad. Pilings s ll exist on the property today from this packinghouse.

A hard freeze in 1894 wiped out the citrus trees around Lake Weir. Most groves were re‐established, and citrus groves have

remained an important agricultural industry in Florida.

Over the years, several fruit growing companies had interest in the Carney Island property, and it was eventually acquired by

the Coca‐Cola Company in 1960 when they purchased the Minute Maid Corpora on. In 1990, officials with Coca‐Cola sold the

Carney Island property to Marion County.

The Marion County Planning Dept. has indicated that this 89 acre lakefront property could be sub‐divided to accommodate 40+

large “high end” homes on 2 acre lots by qualifying for a PUD and mee ng the requirements as to water, sewer, etc.

The owners prefer the property stays private to be enjoyed by a person loving solitude as their families have done but realize

they have no control over what a buyer might do following purchase of the property.

Carney Island

Public Beach,

Boat Launch,

trails, etc.

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Historical

Hardwood growth

Yellow line is approximate perimeter as shown on Property Appraiser Map. Red insert is the residence which has an

Addi onal deeded access. Look at this lake frontage….such privacy! Over 2900 . of lake frontage.

600+ Acre Carney Island

Park is owned

By Marion County and

includes public beach,

boat launch area, picnic

area, Walking trails,

and enjoyment of Flor‐

ida’s great outdoors.

The 89 acres associated with

“Serenity” has a private gated en‐

trance and includes a 53 acre cit‐

rus grove area and the balance of

the property is u lized for resi‐

dence, apartment, maintenance

buildings, caretakers home, pas‐

ture area for horses, etc.

Typical view of a row of

trees and a 10 box tub of

fruit just picked. Har‐

ves ng is typically com‐

plete before Dec. 31 of

each year. This was Dec.

2013 harvest.

“Floppy” has been on the property for

several years. She typically has at least

one fawn per year. These twins are

about to loose their spots. Wild turkeys

are also prevalent as well as an occasion‐

al fox or raccoon.

The citrus is irrigated with this

10”, 410’ deep well which is per‐

mi ed to 6‐16‐2019. Diesel pow‐

er unit. Micro‐jets Irrigate the

en re grove at one me.

Year Boxes Av. # solids Boxes/Acre

2010/2011 10,845 5.76 204

2011/2012 13,848 5.78 261

2012/2013 15,718 5.68 296

2013/2014 11,060 5.4 209

2014/2015 11,400 es mate

The grove is maintained by a pro‐

fessional citrus caretaking com‐

pany and harvested fruit goes to

a local growers associa on and

ul mately to Florida’s Natural,

recognized around the world!

The grove area is planted on a

12‐1/2 X 25’ se ng and owners

are aggressively replan ng as

needed. The produc on increase

indicates this. Rootstock is pri‐

marily Swingle.

The soils in the grove area are

primarily Candler soil which is

one of the be er citrus produc‐

on soils. Eleva ons range from

105’ above sea level in the NW

corner dropping to about 65 . at

the lake.

Historical informa on indicates

this property was probably citrus

as far back as the 1800’s.

2014 crop looks

good and fruit

will start to

“color” soon.

Owners are

adhering to all

recommended

citrus care and

grove is now

primarily 3‐10

year old.

A er driving through the

picturesque grove area, you

approach the main residence

paved drive and unbelieva‐

ble landscaping! Landscap‐

ing was professionally done

many years ago and has

been well maintained.

2 Car garage with

auto door openers.

This entrance pro‐

vides convenient

access to the kitchen

and u lity room areas

upon returning from

shopping, etc.

This entrance to the home has imported flagstone for beauty and easy

maintenance. As you enter these doors and face the great room, your

immediate view is the lake!

All living areas in this home have a view of the lake and the flagstone

flooring hallway runs from the kitchen/pool area to the master bed‐

room, a distance of 93 feet. All designed for beauty and efficient

maintenance.

The professional landscaping for this property includes 150 year old

Live Oak Trees, Crape Myrtle, roses, camellias, azaleas, bamboo, Cedar,

Palms, Maple, Hickory, Fig, Florida pear, persimmon, several varie es

of oranges and other fruit for family use.

View of the lakeside of the home. Master

bedroom is on le , moving right to library,

living room, dining room, kitchen and fami‐

ly room and then con nuing to the pool

and entertainment areas. The open hall‐

way from the entrance to the pool to the

South Master Bedroom wall is 93 .

The 2nd story has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath

and both share a deck with lake view.

The walkway leads to the Gazebo for relaxing or entertaining. There are steps leading from the gazebo down to the boat‐

house and dock.

View of the North

end of the house.

This “fire pit” area

designed for even‐

ing hotdog or

marshmallow roasts

and watch the clos‐

ing of the day on

the lake!

This walkway leads

from the pool area

to the former

greenhouse which

has been converted

to a dog kennel

with exercise area.

What a dog house!

Water and Electric.

View of the gunite

16’ x 36’ pool com‐

plete with hot tub,

pool cover, clean‐

ing unit. The Cook‐

ing area includes

gas grille with

hood, wet bar,

storage, (2) Fans.

The balcony area is available

from the pool deck area or

from the upstairs bedroom/hall

area. Decorated as shown on

right complete with ligh ng,

fans, etc. Great view of lake

from here. Can’t sleep at

night? A great retreat to read

or relax here.

The entertainment area above leads to the kitchen and family room on the le and

to the dressing area, 5’x6’ pool area bath and on to the u lity and laundry areas.

The 2nd story includes 2 large bedrooms 17’x18’ each, a large divided bathroom

with 2 counters, tub and shower. The upstairs hallway includes (3) closets (1 is cedar

lined) and also provides access to the a c area for storage and any necessary ser‐

vice. Storage in this home is outstanding. Both bedrooms have deck and lake view.

Entering the home, your first view is this magnificent great

room with a full view of the lakefront. This room is 31’x32’,

carpeted, vaulted ceiling and this astounding wood burning

fireplace, custom designed and constructed from imported

stone. This stonework and mo f is indicated throughout the

home and expresses the quality of this custom construc on.

This home is designed for entertainment and relaxing.

The formal dining room is 13’ wide by 18’ long, carpeted and

readily accessible to the kitchen area. Again, that lakefront

view!

16’x24’ Family room , fireplace and sliding glass doors.

16”x16’ kitchen

surrounded by

excep onal stor‐

age, a large walk‐

in pantry, central

Work area.

New refrigerator, smooth surface stove, microwave, dish‐

washer. There is a garbage disposal. The kitchen encourages

convenient and ready access to the family room /dining room

and pool entertainment areas.

Master Bedroom 19’ x 15‐1/2’ is located on

the first floor. It is carpeted, ceiling fan, TV,

internet and phone jacks.

Plenty of space for chairs for reading, TV, etc.

Views include the lake as well as a view of

the apartment area to the South.

There is also a storage closet in the hall near

the Master bedroom 14‐1/2” X 6’.

The 5‐1/2 x 5 . “powder room” is located

along hall near the entrance door.

“His” bathroom. 5‐1/2’ X 16’.

Upgraded ligh ng, lots of storage – le

floors and convenient to the master

bedroom.

“Her” bathroom. 10‐1/2 ‘wide X 16”

Upgraded ligh ng, le floors and the

storage in this room is wonderful.

Countertop wall storage with sliding

shelves and drawers.

The hallway for the bathrooms also

includes (2) large walk‐in closets.‐

 

The large library/den is 16’x 17’. Carpet flooring, built in shelving for book and ar fact display, some enclosed display/storage,

lots of wall space for pain ngs, pictures, etc. Built in desk and office area with view of the lake. Ceiling fans and wireless inter‐

net service throughout the house. Access is from the hall through 2 sliding pocket doors which is a nice privacy feature. The

gas fireplace is currently not opera ve.

5 bay storage/maintenance building. Concrete floors. Elec‐

tric with some area division for alterna ve use. 66X24’.

Lots of storage and workshop areas.

There is a nice board fence corral with shade and fresh water. The horses enjoy the grass areas and this area could be ex‐

panded for addi onal animals or alterna ve use. OAK TREES AND SPANISH MOSS—THAT IS “OLD” FLORIDA!!!!

Drive goes through the grove and

then you approach this entrance

where the caretaker’s residence is

located (on the right) and you can

view the storage building near the

apartment and then everything just

opens up to these fantas c view of

the lake. The Oak trees on this prop‐

erty are probably 200+ years old!

The owners favorite horse likes

to graze this area.

A view of area between the

beach and the grove that could

be used for pasture, farming,

etc.

The soil in the Ocala area pro‐

duces ideal grass for horses as

well as ideal for citrus.

THE 2 STORY APARTMENT WITH LAKEVIEW DECK

2nd Story Living room overlook‐

ing the deck and lakefront.

This apartment was built in 1974 and owners lived in it while main house was being built. The building is 1956 Sq. Ft., 2 sto‐

ry, first floor CB and 2nd floor Frame. Central H&A, carpet and vinyl floors. 1 bedroom and open kitchen, dining and living

room area. There is an addi onal room, previously office area now used for recrea on and laundry. Bath complete with

tub/shower. The first floor has been renovated and now u lized for recrea on. It is equipped with large TV, billiard and ping

pong table. Central heat and air. Formerly u lized as a business office for “Annie Cards”. This would be an ideal loca on for

a small or home business or addi onal living space. UPS and Fed X are familiar with the loca on.

The apartment area has a 264 sq. . CB storage building. This area

has a beau ful access and view of the lake. This residen al por‐

on of the property is serviced by a 6 inch, 195 . permi ed deep

well. The apartment and caretakers residence are on one electric

meter and the main residence one meter. Duke Energy provides

electric service. Apartment has Dish TV service.

Beach area in front of the apartment. This en re beach area can

also be accessed by a drive to permit tractors, mowers, etc. ac‐

cess for maintenance. “Annie” is re red but s ll has that “eye”

and interest in photography.

Typical early morning view.

Rear view of the boat house. Area for stor‐

age of small boats, canoes, etc.

This boat house has a walkway with rails on 3 sides and inside is storage of

gear and an electric boat li . The dock was recently extended and is now a

total of 200 . long. The area at the end is for fishing, addi onal boat stor‐

age and includes the second electric boat li for smaller boats. Electric

service here provides for special ligh ng or other desired uses. The

lakeside of this boat house could be screened and U lized for par es,

changing clothes, addi onal storage, etc.

End of dock. Birds and o ers are common.

View of the boat house

and gazebo from end

of the dock. There is a

5 HP pump near the

gazebo that pulls wa‐

ter from the lake and

irrigates the residence

landscaping in 4 sec‐

ons. This is a

“grandfathered” per‐

mission.

Can you imagine waking up to

this view?

A paved walkway leads from

the family room and pool ar‐

ea to this gazebo which has

an old fashioned swing, over‐

head fan and electric.

This gazebo with its spiral

staircase to the beach is a

landmark on the lake.

DISCLAIMER NOTICE:

Any informa on provided or implied in this package is obtained from sources that I consider reliable; however, I am not responsible for

mis‐statement of facts, errors, omissions, prior sales, leases, easements, changes in price, zoning changes or withdrawal from market

without no ce. This office is not responsible for verifica on of property boundaries, wetlands or scrub verifica on, soils or sub‐soils,

determina on of flood hazard areas, underground hazards such as sink holes, buried tanks or other contamina on. This office will pro‐

vide a list of firms available for environmental assessments if you so request.

Informa on on the grove has been obtained from best known sources and is not warranted to be correct as to produc on, varie es, root‐

stock, disease of any nature including Citrus Canker, Burrowing Nematodes, Decline, HLB (greening), insect or other disease infesta ons

of any nature, etc. A citrus consultant should advise for persons not involved in the industry.

County Planning verifica on for intended use is recommended. A buyer should personally confirm that the intended purchase meets

their present needs and any intended future use.

All Real Estate investments contain risk. It is recommended that poten al buyers inves gate and inspect this property, obtain any de‐

sired professional advice from contractors, building inspectors, engineers, planners, your CPA or other financial adviser, etc. to fully eval‐

uate this property and the investment. This should include your personal confirma on of present zoning, future land use, availability of

u li es and all other regula ons that would effect the intended use.

A buyer should always obtain a home inspec on report and this should include all improvements on this property. The improvements on

the property are sold “as is” but an inspec on is s ll recommended. The owners are not aware of any needed repairs but will be glad to

review or convey any desired informa on.

Lake Weir is described by professional appraisers as one of the finest recrea onal lakes in the State of Florida. It is located

midway between Ocala and Leesburg, and supports a host of different recrea onal ac vi es. The main part of the lake is

approximately 4 miles in diameter with an addi onal body of water (Li le Lake Weir) connected by a canal.

Lake Weir is about 6000 acres of pure water and white sand beaches. It is unique when compared to other larger lakes in

Florida as it has a sand bo om as opposed to a mud bo om. It has about 38 miles of shoreline, a maximum depth of over

20 . There are 2 restaurants on the lake and it adjoins County owned Carney Island. Lake Weir can also be u lized for

amphibious planes and you will occasionally see one pulling up to “Gator Joe’s” for dinner or just a break in your schedule.

Marion County, FL is a center of history. There are 30 places in the County that are in the Na onal Register of Historic Plac‐

es and 5 of them are in the li le City of Ocklawaha or nearby East Lake Weir.

The apartment and main house were built by Matshe Construc on Co. in Eus s, FL and they were so proud of their work

that they used pictures of this home in their adver sing for a number of years. It was excep onal for the area. The owners

have been very diligent in maintaining the charm and character of the property as well as the physical aspects of the prop‐

erty. The boathouse and gazebo on this bluff are one of the landmarks on the lake.

Marion County being the horse capital of the world is a frequent loca on for training race horses and the ac vity involved,

horse shows, etc. Check out Florida Horse Park h p://horsepark.com

A good web site for info as to the area is accessed by going to www.marioncountyfl.org

Lake Weir fish report www.fishingnotes.com

Nearby Weirsdale is the loca on of the popular Orange Blossom Opry which is becoming very popular for famous country

western entertainers. This property is readily accessible to “The Villages” which are now a city of their own!!

This property and home would be a great place for re rement, entertaining, hold a wedding? Or u liza on by an organiza‐

on for helping or inspiring others in addi on to con nua on of agricultural ac vity and possibly a winter home for your

horses if you are from out of state.

The en re property is under two ownerships and though the property cannot be physically divided, alloca ons will be

made to the residen al part and another to the grove and improvements.

Easy day trips to nearby Ocala Na onal Forest (383,000 acres of wildlife to explore and enjoy its huge springs)