5037 WILLOW OAK LANE SPRING HILL, FL 34607
update time: 09/28/2026 14:37:16
Virtually Staged. Hidden beneath a canopy of majestic oaks and tucked away from the street behind the gates of the prestigious Lake in the Woods community, this extraordinary all-brick traditional estate is one of Hernando County's true hidden treasures. Set on nearly **2 acres** across **two separately parceled homesites (Lots 7 & 11)**, this remarkable property offers an exceptional blend of privacy, timeless craftsmanship, and endless possibilities. Boasting **5,911 heated square feet** and **8,152 total square feet under roof**, this expansive residence features **5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath**, thoughtfully designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Rich architectural details, soaring spaces, and classic finishes create an atmosphere of warmth and elegance throughout, while a stunning custom library with floor-to-ceiling built-ins provides the perfect executive office or private reading retreat. Multiple formal and casual living areas, along with **two wood-burning fireplaces**—one indoors and one outdoors—offer inviting spaces to gather with family and friends. The spacious chef's kitchen features abundant workspace, a butler's pantry, and an additional preparation area, while the breakfast room overlooks a peaceful koi pond, creating a tranquil setting for morning coffee. A **private guest suite with its own separate entrance** offers exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, extended family, long-term guests, or a private home office. The oversized garage provides tremendous storage and offers exciting **future potential for guest quarters or a carriage house**. Outside, you'll discover your own private retreat complete with a **heated swimming pool, heated spa, outdoor fireplace, mature landscaping, and multiple outdoor living areas**, all surrounded by towering trees that create an enchanting estate-like setting unlike anything else in the area. One of the property's most unique and valuable features is the inclusion of **two separately parceled homesites**, offering the rare opportunity to preserve additional privacy, build a future custom residence with its own driveway, or simply enjoy the flexibility and long-term investment potential. While a discerning buyer may choose to personalize select finishes, the home's exceptional scale, solid brick construction, timeless architecture, and irreplaceable setting provide a foundation that simply cannot be replicated. Residents of Lake in the Woods enjoy beautifully maintained grounds, mature tree-lined streets, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, and community gathering areas, all conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, Weeki Wachee Springs, the Gulf Coast, and the Suncoast Parkway for an easy commute to Tampa. **Rarely does an estate combine nearly two acres of gated privacy, two separate homesites, nearly 6,000 square feet of living space, and the flexibility for true multigenerational living—creating a one-of-a-kind legacy property where generations can gather and memories can be made for years to come.**
South on 19 from State Road 50. Turn right (West) at Lake In The Woods Drive by Steak and Shake. Go all the way to the gate. Once in the gate bear right and head up River Birch until you reach the end at a stop sign. Turn right onto Lake in the woods Dr. Go through the 4 way stop at Royal Oak and proceed to the next street called Willow Oak. Make a left, pass the corner house the 5035 Willow Oak and look for 2 brick pillars with a driveway in between that seem to go up the hill into no where. Turn left on to that driveway and proceed up to the house.
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