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Classic Southern Country Home For Sale on 20+ Acres near Dade City, Florida

 

What Southern Charm! This lovingly preserved classic home is located in the hills between Dade City and San Antonio, Florida. Entering from the inviting front porch you step back in time where homes had character and were not "cookie cutter" in design. This home features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, wood floors and walls, and 4 fireplaces! High ceilings throughout add to the spacious feeling this home offers. Everywhere you look you see the uniqueness of this gracious home!

Nearby is a detached guest house with a full bath, a galley kitchen, and a screened porch. A perfect place for guests or visiting family members. It would also make a comfortable home office, inlaw apartment, or separate game/entertainment area. Many possibilities here! Guest house's square footage not included in home's total.

Heat getting to you? Take a dip in this beautiful pool. It will be hard to find a better venue for entertaining and relaxing. The pool is screened enclosed for your comfort. Surrounding the pool are grand lawns that offer all the space you will need for outdoor activities like football, soccer, and baseball. You can do them all here. Adjacent to the pool is a gazebo that contains a whirlpool spa. Soak those tired muscles while surrounded by a peaceful, tranquil environment. Hard to find that in a subdivision.

On the side of the main house nearest the pool is a comfortable screened porch where you can watch the antics of the property's resident songbirds and squirrels.

The property includes a barn with 4 stalls and a tack room. Plenty of room for expansion if you so desire. Surrounding the home and barn you have 20+ acres of wooded and open land that leads down to the seasonal lake. The woods provide natural privacy screening from the neighboring properties. They can also provide the wood for the 4 fireplaces so that you can be snug and warm on cool evenings.

At $800,000 this property offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for that unique homebuyer who is looking for something very different and special. Call JOHN ELWELL at CENTURY21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. Tel: 813-783-4444 today for more information and to arrange a tour. Or e-mail me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com  Seeing will be believing!

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Modestly Priced Mobile with Many Updates For Sale w/Land in Oaks Royal 1 & 2 in Zephyrhills, FL

This very nice 2 bedroom mobile home is located in popular Oaks Royal I & II subdivision, just a little west of Zephyrhills, Florida. This is not a rental park and you own the land under the homes here. Oaks Royal I & II is also on the state's list of registered 55+ subdivisions at the time that this item was posted.

From window replacements & a roof-over in 2008 to a remodeled bathroom, just to mention three, it has many great updates that make it more modern than many of its "younger cousins".

On the back of the home there is a comfortable deck, and on the other side is a pleasant screened lanai for you to enjoy. And adjacent to this area is an extremely roomy storage/laundry area.

Even though the yearly homeowner association fees are low in Oaks Royal I & II, it has great amenities. A large clubhouse, a community swimming pool, and shuffleboard courts. 

The subdivision's central location puts supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, parks, medical facilities, etc within a few minutes drive. Even Tampa is not faraway. Very convenient indeed.

One pet is permitted in Oaks Royal I & II, with some weight and breed restrictions.

Could this be just the little piece of sub-tropical paradise that you have been looking for? Come and enjoy all that Florida and this comfortable residence have to offer at an extremely affordable price. Only $39,900!

For more information or to arrange a tour, call: JOHN ELWELL - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-783-4444. Licensed in Florida.

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Florida Trailer Estates Furnished Mobile Home For Sale at a Great Price in Zephyrhills, Florida

Don't want to spend a fortune to get your piece of the Sunshine State? Then consider this property. Located in Florida Trailer Estates, this clean & furnished mobile home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The main living area has vaulted ceilings which makes this space seem even larger. The flow from the dining area to the kitchen to the living room is unobstructed. More than enough room to comfortably entertain friends and family. The comfortable furnishings will make spending time here a true pleasure.

The bedrooms are just down the hall with the full bathroom close at hand. Have guests coming down from the north to get a little Florida sunshine? They will no doubt enjoy the accomodations this residence provides.

Just outside the front door is a large winterized Florida room with a connection to the home's central heating and A/C system. It could be a television room, office area, third bedroom, craft room, etc! It even has a trundle bed for guests to sleep on. And extra space is always nice.

Outside is the home's carport, a very big storage shed, and a laundry room with a half bath inside. The washer and dryer inside will also stay with the home.

In Florida Trailer Estates you own the land under the mobile units. This is NOT a rental park. HOA fees are low, yet the park still has a fine recreation building & shuffleboard courts.

Just east of the northern business area of Zephyrhills, Florida, the location of this home will make your trips to supercenters, restaurants, medical facilities, supermarkets, parks, neighboring cities, etc extremely convenient.

For its very modest price of just $35,000, this home has a lot to offer. Come and see if this could be your winter retreat or your “for always” home. Call today!

JOHN ELWELL at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-783-4444 or email me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com  Licensed in Florida

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New Low Price on 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Furnished Double-Wide Mobile For Sale in Zephyr Shores near Zephyrhills, FL

 

This 2 bedroom/2 bath furnished mobile home is located just west of Zephyrhills, FL in the popular Zephyr Shores subdivision. This is no rental park. You own the lots here! Its convenient location will make trips to the supermarket, restaurants, pharmacies, parks, medical facilities, home centers, and the City of Tampa a breeze!

 

This residence is very comfortable and can easily serve as your vacation oasis or a year-round spot to hang your hat. The interior space is very well utilized. The kitchen, dining area and living room flow easily together. And just off the living room is a light & bright Florida room that has been finished off. It even has its own separate air-conditioning unit. Cleaning will be "a snap" with this unit's easy to maintain laminate flooring. Both bedrooms have walk-in closets so storage will not be a problem.

 

Outside there is a carport, an open covered patio, a spacious screened lanai, a utility/laundry room, and a detached utility shed. Not to mention that this lot is larger than those in many other mobile home subdivisions. This home has it all at a very modest price.

 

Your low homeowners association fees give you access to the recreation building, swimming pool, and shuffleboard courts. They even cover your trash pick-up twice a week! And the home is just a minute's walk away from beautiful Six Mile Pond. Sorry, no pet dogs permitted here, but you may have 1 housecat.

 

 

Call today for more information or to arrange a tour of this home. Now just $41,000 I am sure you will like what you see! John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. Tel: 813-783-4444 or e-mail me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com I also invite you to stop by my main real estate webpage at: www.jelwell.century21bnr.com

 

 

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Mobile Homes For Sale with Land in Zephyrhills, Florida as of May 12, 2012

Want to find a place where you can escape winter's icy blasts? Well, Zephyrhills, Florida might be just the perfect corner of the USA where you can find a refuge from the snowing and blowing.

To assist you, I am attaching an updated Adobe PDF file to this post of the mobile homes that are currently available for purchase here as of May 12, 2012. Keep in mind that, depending on when you see this page, some of the listed homes may have been sold (especially if it is a very old post). If that happens, call me at the numbers below, and I can send you an updated list. No problem!

Also keep in mind that these mobile homes include the land under them. They are not on rental lots and are purchased with fee simple, condominium, or cooperative ownership.

All you have to do is click on the following link to download the pages that you can view and/or print: Download Mobile Homes for Sale as of May 12, 2012  They are listed from lowest price to highest. If you just want to see them on your computer, increase the view to 100% at the top of the screen so you can see them better. If you want to print them, then click on the PRINT BUTTON, and they should print up "full-page view" automatically. The arrows on the page will move you to the next or the previous page of listings. Usually, there are many to look at.

Keep in mind these homes are from our own CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. inventory, and that I can also e-mail you listings from other companies via our Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Just let me know what your requirements are.

I can even set up an auto-notification system so you will get immediate messages when a new listing comes on the market that meets your needs! Convenient, right? Also do not forget that these homes include the lots under them. They are not located in rental parks.

Some of these homes may be in registered 55+ Housing subdivisions. To check this out, you can visit the State of Florida's 55+ Registry page. Just click on the following link for information direct from the state: http://fchr.state.fl.us/housing_directory/search/Pasco/County  You can also call me for questions on this issue.

If you would like to contact me about these or any other homes, you can call me at: 813-783-4444 or e-mail me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com

You are also welcome to visit my main webpage at: http://www.jelwell.century21bnr.com/

John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. Licensed in Florida.

Houses, Condos, and Villas For Sale in Zephyrhills, Florida as of May 12, 2012

If you are looking for your place under the Florida sun, Zephyrhills could be just the spot that you are searching for.

To assist you, I am attaching an updated Adobe PDF file to this post that shows just some of the single-family houses, villas, condos, and townhomes that are currently available for purchase here as of May 12, 2012. From that date until the day you see this list, some of these properties may have been sold (especially if it is a very old post.) If that happens, please let me know, and I can get you an up-to-the-minute list. No problem!

All you have to do is click on the following link to download the pages that you can view and/or print: Download Houses, Condos, Villas For Sale as of May 12, 2012  They are listed from lowest price to highest. If you just want to see them on your computer, increase the view to 100% at the top of the screen so you can see them better. If you want to print them, hit PRINT, and they should print up "full-page view" automatically. The arrows on the page will help you move back and forth between all of the different pages. There are always more pages than just the first one!

These homes are just a few of the listings from our own CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc.inventory, and I can also send you many others that are currently for sale. Not only that, but I can also e-mail you listings from other real estate companies via our Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Just let me know what your housing requirements are. I can even set up an auto-notification system so you will get immediate messages when a new listing comes on the market that meets your needs! Convenient, right??

Do keep in mind that some of these homes could be in registered 55+ Housing subdivisions. To check this out, you can visit the State of Florida's 55+ registry page. Just click on the following link for a list of such subdivisions/parks from the state site: http://fchr.state.fl.us/housing_directory/search/Pasco/County . If in doubt, ask me, and I will get the information for you.

If you would like to contact me about these or any other homes, you can call me John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-783-4444 or e-mail me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com You can also contact me if you have a property that you would like to sell. As you can see, I use the internet a lot and that is crucial when selling a home today!

You are also welcome to visit my main webpage at: http://www.jelwell.century21bnr.com/

Licensed in Florida

Forest Lake Estates Furnished Double-Wide Mobile Home For Sale in Zephyrhills, FL

Looking for a winter retreat or a permanent home? Then take a serious look at this great option. This furnished 2 bedroom/2 bath double-wide mobile is not on a rental lot. With its purchase, you get an owner's share in the Forest Lake Estates Cooperative. No lot rent to pay here.

Inside you have a comfortable living room that flows easily into the dining room and kitchen. In the kitchen there is plenty of cabinet and counter space for the cook of the house. You also have a useful peninsula where you can sit while preparing food, eat informal meals, or do other tasks.

The master bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. A welcome retreat for the new owners of this property. Not a bad place to retire to after you have had a day full of interesting diversions in Forest Lake Estates.

Nearby is an inviting guest room and a full hallway bathroom. Friends and family will enjoy visiting you in this great home!

Its open floor plan and vaulted ceilings make this residence seem very spacious. In addition to its interior spaces, you also get not one, but two screened patios and a south-facing Florida Room just off the living room. There is also a utility room off the eastern screened patio with a washer and dryer for your convenience.

What a wonderful place to live and entertain guests in! It is being sold completely furnished and “move-in” ready. Just bring your personal items and start enjoying your new life in Forest Lake Estates!

Your monthly co-op fees get you access to some of the best amenities of any subdivision in our area. Two swimming pools, a whirlpool spa, tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, horseshoes, a room full of pool tables and a basketball court. You also get access to the pier on tranquil Forest Lake! You might start to believe that you are living in a five-star resort! What more could you want? 

Conveniently located near shopping, parks, supercenters, restaurants, medical facilities, etc. Tampa, Lakeland, and even Orlando are just short trips away!

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. The owners have priced this home attractively at just $54,000! Call today for more information and to arrange a tour! JOHN ELWELL - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-783-4444 or e-mail at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com  Licensed in Florida.

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Beautiful Furnished Double-Wide Mobile Home with Land For Sale in Forest Lake Estates in Zephyrhills, FL

PRICE REDUCED! This beautiful and furnished double-wide mobile home is located in Forest Lake Estates on the east side of Zephyrhills, Florida. It has 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths and is being sold "move-in ready". Just bring your personal items and start enjoying your new life in one of Zephyrhills' most attractive subdivisions.

The vaulted ceilings in this double-wide mobile make it seem even larger than it already is! The main living area is open and bright with excellent circulation from living room to dining room to kitchen. A perfect place to entertain friends and family in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. The dining room has the space to hold a large table and surely many delicious meals will be enjoyed here. Just want a snack or a less formal meal? Then the kitchen's peninsula/breakfast bar will be a nice place to nibble away.

Just off the living room is a screened lanai with its table, chairs and gliders that beckon you to have a seat and enjoy the tranquility of Forest Lake Estates. Put up your feet and just luxuriate in our great sub-tropical climate. After all, isn't that why you came to the Sunshine State?

The spacious master bedroom is at the rear of the home. It has its own full en-suite bath with a double vanity and shower. What a great place to get ready to greet the day or to unwind after a long one! More than enough closet space here for all of your storage needs. A second large bedroom and hall bath are nearby, and will provide all of the extra room for guests that you might require.

Forest Lake Estates is a cooperative, and the current owners HAVE purchased their share which will be transferred to the home's new owners. So NO lot rent to pay here. The monthly HOA fee covers your lawncare, trash removal & entrance to the subdivision's amenities including: 2 swimming pools, a whirlpool spa, a HUGE clubhouse, tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pitches, and a park area by the lake! Just about the best facilities that you will find in Zephyrhills!

This wonderful home has a lot to offer for just $65,000! Come and see if this could be your winter retreat or your “for always” home.

Call JOHN ELWELL at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. 813-783-4444 or email me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com Licensed in Florida.

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REDUCED! Great Double-Wide Mobile Home For Sale in Zephyr Shores near Zephyrhills, FL

PRICE REDUCED on this wonderful furnished 2 bedroom/2 bath double-wide mobile home in Zephyr Shores, one of Zephyrhills, Florida's more popular mobile subdivisons. This is not a rental park. You own the land under the home here. And even better, the lots in Zephyr Shores are larger than in many of the other mobile subdivisions. This home happens to sit on a corner lot.

The current owner has updated several items during her occupancy of the home. The kitchen has plenty of counter space and storage in its cabinets. The range, refrigerator, and microwave oven will remain with the home. As will an assortment of utensils, dishes, pots, and pans.

Right next to the kitchen is the bright dining area with its built-in cabinets and a glass-fronted hutch. Plenty of room to entertain friends, neighbors, or family with a delicious meal.

The spacious living room is just around the corner. The home is being sold furnished, so all of the furniture that you see in the attached pictures will stay with the home when it is sold, including the sleeper-sofa. Imagine yourself relaxing here on a mild winter day while back north everyone you know is getting frostbite!

The master bedroom is just down a short hallway. It has two closets, one of which is a walk-in. Of course, it has its very own bathroom. More than enough room in the master for a sitting area, television, or computer desk. A very pleasant retreat for you to enjoy.

Even the second bedroom is larger than in many homes like this. Any guests you invite to visit you will love staying here. It has a roomy closet, and just across the hall is the second bathroom of the home.

On the east side of the home there is a nice sunny Florida room with a sofa-bed for additional guests. It also has its own air-conditioning unit for those days when you want to cool things off a bit.

On the west side of the home is a screened lanai, a carport, and an attached utility room. There you will find the washer and dryer. Lots of storage space here as well. In addition, there is also a detached utility shed behind the home.

The low homeowner association fees get you access to the park's recreation building, swimming pool, shuffleboard courts and Six Mile Pond. It even covers your trash pick-up service!

This is a pet restricted subdivision. In this section, 1 housecat is permitted per home.

 

 

If you think that this could be your little piece of paradise under the Florida sun, call for more information or to arrange a tour. At just $49,900 it is one of the best deals around.

 

Call John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. Telephone: 813-783-4444 or E-Mail: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com You are also welcome to stop by my main webpage at: www.jelwell.century21bnr.com Licensed in Florida.

 

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Very Spacious 4 Bedroom/2.5 Bath Double-Wide on 1 Acre on Allen Road, Zephyrhills, FL

 
This wonderfully spacious 4 bedroom/2.5 bath double-wide mobile home with its 2,280 square feet of living space is located just west of Zephyrhills, Florida on a 1 acre lot on paved Allen Road. The home sets behind a large front yard that is partly fenced, and the gracious oak trees out front add to the tranquil feel of this setting. Plenty of space for parking and outdoor activities here. County water is connected to the home so no worries about well maintenance.

The home has a huge living room with a vaulted ceiling and a corner fireplace. Plenty of room for all of your furniture and your large screen television. Just off this space is a separate den/office room which can be used in multiple ways. Could even be a fifth bedroom if you needed one.

The home is based on the "split plan" concept so that the master bedroom is on the south end of the home and the other three bedrooms are on the north end. The master is extremely roomy with an ample walk-in closet. And if you can believe it, there is a second den/bonus room that leads right off the master bedroom. It could be a home office/nursery/private sitting room for you. I told you this home had tons of space!

The master bath has entries from the previously mentioned bonus room, as well as the master bedroom. It features a double vanity, a garden tub, and a separate shower enclosure. Just like having your own private spa in your home.

On the other end of the home are three more bedrooms, a full bath and a half-bath for guests. These bedrooms are nearly as big as the master bedrooms in many other homes. No cramped feeling here.

The kitchen is between the living room and dining room. Cabinets and counter space are everywhere. Not only is there an island for you to work at, but also a peninsula where informal meals can be taken. All major appliances remain with the home, except the freezer.

The dining room is just adjacent to the kitchen area and provides a more formal setting for enjoying a delicious meal with family and friends.

Just off the kitchen is the laundry room with additional pantry storage and its own laundry sink.

Outside the back door is a comfortable deck, and a brand new air-conditioning/heating unit that was installed in the autumn of 2009!

This home has a lot to offer to its new owners. Why not call today for more information or a tour. Priced at just $129,900 it should generate a lot of interest in the market.

Call John Elwell - REALTOR at CENTURY 21 Bill Nye Realty, Inc. at 813-783-4444 or e-mail me at: jelwell1@tampabay.rr.com Licensed in Florida.

I also invite you to stop by my webpage at: www.jelwell.century21bnr.com

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