354 Valdosta Rd., Arcadia, FL 34266

Embrace the romance of the heart & soul of “Old Florida”. Enter this original Spanish-Mediterranean style homes, built c. 1925, through the tropical screened front porch that also serves as seasonal dining & entertaining space. Warm heart pine floors shine in the living room, adjacent to the library/study. On the right is a fireplace and tall windows with antique swinging curtain rods, Continue beneath an archway into the formal dining room with lots of natural light & high ceilings. The bedroom wing includes 2 bedrooms & bathroom with jetted tub. Another arch leads to the kitchen, adorned by a large hand-painted tile mural, extensive Mexican tile & antique architectural components – & brand new stainless steel refrig! Beyond the kitchen is a breakfast room embellished by Spanish tiles, good storage, & flat screen TV, & then a lg utility room. Off the kitchen is a raised tile terrace with ramp access, flanked by the most gorgeous bougainvillea! A short breezeway leads to the studio apartment with bathroom skylight & views of gardens & massive oaks. Hedgerow landscaping encloses the property for a wonderful sense of privacy & peacefulness. Various gardens offer a charming pastoral tranquility for morning coffee in a large veranda beneath grand oaks & queen palms. Meandering the numerous stone paths, you'll discover the art gallery (or office, exercise-yoga or hobby room), fountains, 2 small pools, an outdoor shower cabana, & a small art studio amid 2 acres of butterfly serenity, gardener’s paradise.