1398 GROVE TER

About this home

Improved! Positioned on a charming brick-lined street in historic Winter Park adjacent to Windsong, this custom-built residence pairs solid architectural craftsmanship with extensive modern upgrades. Refinished Mahoghany double doors open to 12-foot ceilings, soft curved archways and a thoughtful layout finished with travertine on the main level and reclaimed maple and beech hardwoods upstairs and in the primary suite. The expansive, open family room centers around a gorgeous gas fireplace and flows seamlessly into a true chef’s kitchen featuring a new marble tile backsplash, Rejuvenation drum chandelier, granite countertops, prep island, custom lighted cabinetry, a six-burner gas range with pot filler, double ovens with warming drawer and a Thermador French-door refrigerator. An adjoining butler’s pantry with wine fridge and wet bar connects directly to the formal dining room, complemented by a newly constructed dedicated wine room and a quiet main-level office or library. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat with detailed tray ceilings, dual walk-in closets, a jetted soaking tub, twin vanities and direct French-door access to the outdoor living area. Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms and two full baths including a private en-suite accompany a classic Juliet balcony overlooking the pretty front yard. Designed for effortless Florida living, the covered summer kitchen is perfect for relaxing with friends and watching football, featuring a built-in grill, custom copper hood and beverage fridge, while the second covered lanai is perfectly situated for a hot tub. Both look out over a private saltwater pool framed by maintence-free turf, lighting and a newly planted podocarpus privacy hedge. Recent capital improvements include new dual HVAC units, a tankless water heater, whole-home surge protection, central vacuum, smart-home automation for pool, security and irrigation, six new exterior fixtures, complete interior and exterior repainting, epoxy-coated garage floors, extensive kitchen renovations, refinished front entry doors and fully refreshed landscaping. Enjoy no HOA dues, seasonal neighborhood block gatherings and quick access to Lake Mizell, premier schools (Brookshire, WPHS, Park Maitland, Lake Highland, Geneva) and a convenient pedestrian cut-through directly to Park Avenue dining and shopping.