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Windermere, FL · Single Family Residence

9601 Ambleside Dr

$1,160,000
List price
4Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
3,018Square feet
1Acres

THE SETTING, AND THE DETAILS

A closer look.

Virtually Staged. Move in. Reimagine. Or build new. Welcome to the Lake Down Shores lifestyle, where one-acre homesites and private community access to the Windermere Chain of Lakes offer a special opportunity. Set on a beautiful corner lot just a few homes from the lake, 9601 Ambleside Drive offers something increasingly difficult to find: a move-in-ready home today, an exceptional amount of land, and the flexibility to imagine something entirely different for the future. Situated on a full, flat acre, the property offers a generous front yard while still leaving an enormous backyard with incredible possibilities. Offering more than 3,000 square feet of single-story living, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and garage parking for four vehicles, the home has been refreshed with a roof replaced in 2021, one of two HVAC systems replaced in 2022, new interior and exterior paint, lighting and fixtures, updated bathrooms, new door hardware, new front door, new carpet in many rooms, plumbing updates, new water softener, and new water heater. Generously sized rooms and an interconnected floor plan make this a wonderful home for entertaining. Wood flooring complements the main gathering areas, while expansive near-floor-to-ceiling windows and Solatubes bring in abundant natural light. The family room connects to the kitchen and air-conditioned Florida room, which features casement windows and plantation shutters. Updated in 2020, the kitchen features abundant cabinetry with wood pull-out drawers, a large island, quartz countertops, stainless-steel Samsung and LG appliances, and a glass-top convection range. The spacious primary suite features an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, plus French doors leading to a flexible bonus room ideal for a home office, nursery, or sitting room. Three additional bedrooms are also generously sized, and a large laundry room provides additional storage. What truly distinguishes this property is the opportunity it presents. Enjoy the beautifully refreshed residence today, reimagine the existing home through a comprehensive transformation, or create an entirely new custom residence on this exceptional one-acre homesite. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage plus a separate 2-car detached garage, dedicated irrigation well, and septic system pumped in April 2026. Lake Down Shores residents enjoy access to the community’s private HOA boat ramp onto the Windermere Chain of Lakes. The seller, an experienced luxury home builder, has already developed concepts specifically for the property, including plans for both a complete renovation of the existing residence and new construction. These concepts offer a compelling vision of what this remarkable homesite could become while letting the next owner choose the path that best reflects their lifestyle. Conceptual plans are available for review and are presented for inspiration only; future improvements and construction are subject to applicable governmental and HOA approvals. To experience the builder’s design aesthetic, finishes, and portfolio of completed residences, please ask to view Web Link 1.

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The details that help you decide.

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Home essentials
Price per square foot
$384
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathrooms
1
Heated living area
3018
Lot size (acres)
1
Lot size (sq ft)
43624
Year built
1975
Property type
Residential
Property style
Custom, Florida, Ranch
Interior & rooms
Interior features
Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Additional rooms
Attic,Den/Library/Office,Family Room,Florida Room,Formal Dining Room Separate,Formal Living Room Separate,Inside Utility
Land, water & community
Waterfront
No
Waterfront type
Not provided
Water body / lake name
LAKE DOWN
Water view
Not provided
Dock
Not provided
Dock features
Not provided
Other views
City
Lot features
Cleared, Corner Lot, Level, Near Golf Course, Rectangle, Paved, Unincorporated
Exterior features
Private Mailbox, Sidewalk
Community amenities
Deed Restrictions
Zoning
R-CE
Current use
Not provided
Horse amenities
Not provided
Fencing
Not provided
Other structures
Other
Pool, parking & systems
Private pool
No
Pool features
Not provided
Garage
Yes
Garage spaces
4
Carport
No
Carport spaces
Not provided
Parking features
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Parking Pad, Garage
Fireplace
No
Fireplace features
Not provided
Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water supply
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Public, Sprinkler Well
Construction
Construction materials
Block, Stucco
Roof
Membrane, Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Stories
1
Levels
One
Location & schools
City
WINDERMERE
Subdivision
LAKE DOWN SHORES REP
County
Orange
ZIP code
34786
Elementary school
Thornebrooke Elem
Middle school
Gotha Middle
High school
Olympia High
Association, taxes & listing
HOA / association
Yes
Association fee
$100
Fee frequency
Annually
Included services
Not provided
Association amenities
Not provided
Additional association fee
Not provided
Additional fee frequency
Not provided
Condo fee
Not provided
Condo fee frequency
Not provided
Annual property taxes
$4,829.88
Tax year
2025
Other annual assessments
Not provided
CDD
No
Listing status
Active
Days on market
18
Listing broker
CENTURY 21 CARIOTI
MLS number
MFRO6447280

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Listed by CENTURY 21 CARIOTI · MLS MFRO6447280
Source: mfrmls · Listing updated 2026-11-08 20:06:32 UTC.
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MLS MFRO6447280 · CENTURY 21 CARIOTI

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