747 S Clayton Ave., Lakeland, FL 33801

Back of the Market! Wonderfully well maintained, beautifully updated & decorated, This home still has the original appeal and architectural details from 1935 when built by Thomas W. Bryant. This gorgeous property located in the Historic Biltmore Park Subdivision. Situated a corner lot and is walking distance from Lake Hollingsworth, Lake Morton and downtown Lakeland. It features an all brick exterior, a relaxing front porch to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or to watch the world pass by at the end of a busy day. When you enter this home, you step back in time with the airy feel of the formal entrance and living room that features hardwood floors, sparkling chandelier and stunning stone fireplace. The formal dining room is just off the living room and is light and bright - these rooms will meet all your entertaining needs. In addition to the formal areas, there is a bonus den/sun room/library/family room - your options are numerous. The recently updated kitchen features quartz counter tops, plenty of wood cabinets, a cooking island with new gas stove top, new stainless steel built in oven, microwave and refrigerator. Plenty of counter space to suit the needs of the chef in the family. There is both a mudroom and a large pantry/laundry room just off the kitchen, a butler’s pantry with built-in buffet and a bright, cheerful breakfast nook just steps away. You have two spacious master bedrooms to choose from plus a third large bedroom, all which have big walk-in closets. In addition to the attractively updated bathrooms, there is a large dressing room with built-in vanity. Some of the special attributes are a new frameless shower door enclosure, new lighting fixtures, high ceilings and crown moulding through-out, lots of closet and storage space. All the original plaster was repaired and refinished to just like new. There are original hardwood floors which have been refinished and stained. The electrical system was completely re-wired with new panels and service hook-up. The existing A/C units have been upgraded and maintained. 14 of the windows have had the glass replaced and re-glazed. Freshly painted inside plus the wood trim outside, new landscaping, fencing and upgraded sprinkler system. The character of this home must be seen to be appreciated. Welcome home to the charm of years gone by with this rare find in Lakeland. This is a true Lakeland beauty!