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744 Santa Maria DRIVE, Winter Haven, FL 33884
$409,900 Asking Price
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3
beds
2
baths
2,018
sqft
Built in
1995
Stunning 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Pool Home, Located on a Stocked Fishing Pond in the Desirable Gated Community of Overlook Estates East in S.E. Winter Haven. Welcome to 744 Santa Maria Dr, this beautifully upgraded residence exudes a unique blend of luxury and comfort with significant updates that cater to today's discerning buyer, including new luxury vinyl plank flooring (2020), a new roof (2020), a remodeled kitchen (2021), and a new water heater (2023). Inside, you'll find a welcoming open floor plan with elevated ceiling heights that lend an airy feel throughout. The remodeled kitchen features exquisite Brazilian marble counters, an island, beautiful cabinetry, a wall of stacked stone complimented by stainless steel appliances, and a handy closet pantry. This culinary masterpiece effortlessly flows into the dining and great rooms—ideal for entertaining family and friends. Retreat to the tranquil primary suite on the first level, where French doors open to the lanai, allowing natural light to flood the space. Enjoy the luxury of a walk-in closet and an en-suite bathroom featuring a corner soaking tub, a walk-in shower, and a new stylish granite vanity with dual sinks. An additional guest bedroom, a thoughtfully designed interior laundry room—including a washer, dryer, walk-in closet, a laundry chute, and secondary pantry—complete the main floor. Venture upstairs to discover another primary suite with an en-suite bath, and a large dressing area with a built-in makeup vanity with mirrored closets. This suite offers two walk-in closets and a luxurious bath with a jetted tub, walk-in shower, and dual sinks. The second level is also home to a Florida room, a spacious balcony with a pool table overlooking the backyard pond, and a catwalk with built-in bookshelves. Step outside and discover your own private paradise. The serene backyard features a stocked fishing pond teeming with Bass, Brim, and Tilapia—perfect for fishing enthusiasts. Enjoy relaxing on the back patio, feeding the fish and turtles, or take a refreshing dip in the screen-enclosed pool, which boasts a mesmerizing waterfall feature and wall enclosure for added privacy. The expansive deck space around the pond and pool, along with the glass-enclosed and covered lanais, offers plenty of room for outdoor gatherings, complete with a brick wood burning grill. Additional enhancements within the last 5 years include an irrigation well pump (2023), interior paint, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, bathroom fixtures, sinks and toilets, and some plumbing upgrades, making it move-in ready. Convenience meets functionality with a 2-car garage, a whole-house generator (gas connection required), and an irrigation well that reduces water expenses. Located in Central Florida between Tampa and Orlando, Winter Haven offers vibrant dining options, the popular Legoland Florida, and the scenic Chain of Lakes. With easy access to east and west coast beaches and local and international airports, this location is perfect for both relaxation and adventure. Contact us today to schedule your private tour and experience everything this exceptional home and its surroundings have to offer.
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Rooms:
- Attic, Florida Room, Formal Dining Room Separate, Great Room, Inside Utility
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry:
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Chute, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
- Flooring:
- Laminate, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- A/C:
- true, Central Air
- Heating:
- true, Central, Electric
Exterior
- General:
- Balcony, French Doors, Irrigation System, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters
- Style:
- Custom
- Pool:
- Gunite, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Parking:
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Construction
- Roofing:
- Shingle
- Windows:
- Blinds, Drapes
- General:
- Block, Stucco, Wood Frame, Two, Slab
Location
- Road/Access:
- Street Paved, Private Road
- HOA Amenities:
- Gated, Private Road, 550.0, Annually
- Originating MLS:
- Stellar MLS
- County:
- Polk
Lot
- Zoning:
- OVERLOOK ESTATES EAST PB 87 PG 46 LOT 13, 262835662930000130
- View:
- Pool, Water
Utilities
- Utilities:
- BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Private, Public, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Septic Tank
Financial
- Source:
- Stellar MLS
This listing courtesy of:
THE STONES REAL ESTATE FIRM, Deanna Stone
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About Winter Haven, FL
Housing
- Number of Units
- 53,724
- Median Home Value
- $154,192
- Median Rent
- $816
29.60% of housing units are renter occupied.
10.83% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
80.73%
- Public Transportation
-
0.39%
- Walk to Work
-
0.92%
- Work from Home
-
15.84%
- Other
-
1.21%
The median travel time to work is 23 minutes.
People
- Population
- 119,278
- Median Age
- 42.70
- Median Household Size
- 2.63
Education
- High School
-
33.52%
- Associate’s Degree
-
9.89%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
12.02%
- Graduate Degree
-
7.07%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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