1008 E Gilchrist St., Plant City, FL 33563

Beautifully restored Queen Anne Victorian built in 1902 by Albert Schneider, founder of the Florida Strawberry Festival and one of Plant City’s first mayors. Lots of character and unique details including wrap-around front porch, gas flame lantern over the front door, hardwood flooring throughout (including much of the original heart pine flooring), 12’ ceilings, stained glass, enormous fireplace with marble hearth, sliding French doors, custom woodworking and crown molding, glass doorknobs, cedar-lined closets. Upgrades include remote-control fireplace ignition, tankless hot water system, home security system, and dedicated exterior Christmas light outlets (operated by interior light switch). Impressive foyer leads to the living room, dining room and sun porch which are all spacious and perfect for entertaining. Swinging door in the dining room opens to a butler’s pantry with built-in china cabinet that leads to the kitchen. Eat-in kitchen is stunning, boasting two huge pantries and showcasing stainless steel appliances including a gas range with built-in grill and push-button raised vent system, double wall ovens, dishwasher and extra-large refrigerator. Charming kitchen also has a porcelain farm sink, polished brass hardware and custom cabinetry. Separate laundry and mud rooms located at the back-door/family entrance include more built-in cubbies. Covered breezeway connects the home to detached garage with two adjoining storage rooms. The home sits on three lots and has private irrigation well.