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$1,799,000
Original: $1,870,000
Active
1498 MARKHAM WOODS ROAD
LONGWOOD, FL 32779 — MARKHAM WOODS CORRIDOR
7 Beds
8 Baths
7,675 sqft
5.26 acres
Built 1991
3-Car Garage
About This Property
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Owner Financing Options Available...Call For Details. Looking for a private, multi-acre estate with the flexibility to expand, entertain, or create a true multi-generational compound? Welcome to the prestigious Markham Woods Corridor. Set on a cleared, high-and-dry 5+ acre homesite with no HOA restrictions, this property offers rare freedom and tranquility, feeling like your own private park complete with gorgeous mature oak trees, lush living privacy walls, and a dual-gated entrance.
The beautifully renovated main residence spans nearly 5,600 square feet and has been meticulously updated within the last year to offer ultimate peace of mind. Major recent upgrades include completely brand-new plumbing throughout the entire home, four new HVAC units, and fully modernized bathrooms featuring pristine new tile, hardware, lighting, and vanities.
Luxurious Main Residence Features include a Flexible Layout with up to 7 bedrooms (including 5 en-suites) and 8 bathrooms. Three spacious primary suites feature private baths and walk-in closets, plus a separate in-law suite with its own entrance, living area, kitchenette, and full bath. The Gourmet Kitchen is The heart of the home and boasts granite countertops, a massive center island, and premium appliances, including a Samsung 3-door refrigerator, Samsung dishwasher, and an Electrolux Icon dual oven/freezer stack. With Smart Home Technology; Enjoy automated luxury blinds on the main floor, smart-controlled exterior fountains, and customizable, color-changing boundary wall lighting.
With Unrivaled Entertainment & Outdoor Living features include a separate Ballroom / Theater with a $30,000 state-of-the-art automated LED lighting system that transforms this exceptional space. Featuring smart-controlled curtains, an LG mini-beam short-throw projector, a dedicated stage, and eight surrounding screens, it is perfect for hosting large-scale events, weddings, yoga retreats, or epic movie nights. Outdoor Entertaining doesn't get any better than this. Step out onto +/- 4,000 square feet of luxury brick pavers. The outdoor summer kitchen area is a chef's dream, featuring a commercial Vulcan convection oven complete with a full-sized pizza stone for authentic, restaurant-quality entertaining. *BONUS*- Exclusive Custom Pool Opportunity: While the expansive grounds offer a blank canvas, the seller—a commercial pool contractor—is offering an exclusive buyer incentive to build a custom pool to your exact specifications at their direct cost, allowing you to design your dream oasis without the retail markup!
The Detached Guest Quarters is Connected to the main home by a beautiful red-tiled covered breezeway. The massive two-story detached building offers a fully climate-controlled space. Upstairs features a 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a spacious lounge. Downstairs boasts a beautiful stainless steel kitchen, a storage room, and a garage—ideal for guests, staff, or incredible income-producing potential.
Zoned for horses and offering ample space for boats, RVs, and recreational vehicles, this estate is perfectly suited for a variety of uses. Conveniently located near Heathrow shopping, top-rated schools, area golf courses, and just 30 minutes from Orlando and the East Coast beaches. This is more than a home; it’s an investment in endless possibilities. Properties with this level of versatility, luxury, and land in this corridor rarely hit the market, and they never stay long. Call Today!
The beautifully renovated main residence spans nearly 5,600 square feet and has been meticulously updated within the last year to offer ultimate peace of mind. Major recent upgrades include completely brand-new plumbing throughout the entire home, four new HVAC units, and fully modernized bathrooms featuring pristine new tile, hardware, lighting, and vanities.
Luxurious Main Residence Features include a Flexible Layout with up to 7 bedrooms (including 5 en-suites) and 8 bathrooms. Three spacious primary suites feature private baths and walk-in closets, plus a separate in-law suite with its own entrance, living area, kitchenette, and full bath. The Gourmet Kitchen is The heart of the home and boasts granite countertops, a massive center island, and premium appliances, including a Samsung 3-door refrigerator, Samsung dishwasher, and an Electrolux Icon dual oven/freezer stack. With Smart Home Technology; Enjoy automated luxury blinds on the main floor, smart-controlled exterior fountains, and customizable, color-changing boundary wall lighting.
With Unrivaled Entertainment & Outdoor Living features include a separate Ballroom / Theater with a $30,000 state-of-the-art automated LED lighting system that transforms this exceptional space. Featuring smart-controlled curtains, an LG mini-beam short-throw projector, a dedicated stage, and eight surrounding screens, it is perfect for hosting large-scale events, weddings, yoga retreats, or epic movie nights. Outdoor Entertaining doesn't get any better than this. Step out onto +/- 4,000 square feet of luxury brick pavers. The outdoor summer kitchen area is a chef's dream, featuring a commercial Vulcan convection oven complete with a full-sized pizza stone for authentic, restaurant-quality entertaining. *BONUS*- Exclusive Custom Pool Opportunity: While the expansive grounds offer a blank canvas, the seller—a commercial pool contractor—is offering an exclusive buyer incentive to build a custom pool to your exact specifications at their direct cost, allowing you to design your dream oasis without the retail markup!
The Detached Guest Quarters is Connected to the main home by a beautiful red-tiled covered breezeway. The massive two-story detached building offers a fully climate-controlled space. Upstairs features a 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a spacious lounge. Downstairs boasts a beautiful stainless steel kitchen, a storage room, and a garage—ideal for guests, staff, or incredible income-producing potential.
Zoned for horses and offering ample space for boats, RVs, and recreational vehicles, this estate is perfectly suited for a variety of uses. Conveniently located near Heathrow shopping, top-rated schools, area golf courses, and just 30 minutes from Orlando and the East Coast beaches. This is more than a home; it’s an investment in endless possibilities. Properties with this level of versatility, luxury, and land in this corridor rarely hit the market, and they never stay long. Call Today!
Property Details
Basics
- Property Type
- Residential
- Property Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- O6399260
- Days on Market
- 21
- Year Built
- 1991
- Levels
- Two
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Additional Rooms
- Attic,Bonus Room,Den/Library/Office,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate,Garage Apartment,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry,Media Room,Storage Rooms
- Direction Faces
- East
- Occupant Type
- Owner
Size & Structure
- Living Area
- 7,675 sqft
- Total Area
- 8,272 sqft
- Lot Size
- 5.26 acres
- Lot Sq Ft
- 229,126 sqft
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Full Baths
- 8
- Garage Spaces
- 3
Interior
- Flooring
- Bamboo, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Tile, Travertine
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
- Interior Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Dry Bar, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Windows
- Blinds, Window Treatments
- Fireplace
- Yes — Other, Wood Burning
- Furnished
- Negotiable
- A/C
- Central Air, Zoned
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
Exterior & Lot
- Exterior Features
- Awning(s), Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Entrance, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Construction
- Brick, Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Patio/Porch
- Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Other Structures
- Guest House, Outdoor Kitchen, Storage
- Fencing
- Masonry, Stone
- Lot Features
- Cleared, In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot, Paved, Zoned for Horses
- View
- Garden, Trees/Woods
Water & Pool
Community & HOA
- HOA
- No
- Homestead
- Yes
- Security
- Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Utilities & Systems
- Water
- Public, Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
- Flood Zone
- X
- Parking
- Boat, Circular Driveway, Covered, Curb Parking, Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, RV Access/Parking
Financial
- List Price
- $1,799,000
- Original Price
- $1,870,000
- Annual Taxes
- $0
- Tax Year
- 2026
- Listing Terms
- Cash, Conventional, Owner Financing
- Special Conditions
- None
- Possession
- Close Of Escrow
Schools
- Elementary
- Woodlands Elementary
- Middle School
- Markham Woods Middle
- High School
- Lake Mary High