Sweet Water Estates

Sweetwater estates

Sweetwater estates

812 Sweetwater Club Blvd, Longwood, FL 32779

About This Property

812 Sweetwater Club Blvd, Longwood, FL 32779

11.9 acres, 15,000 sq. ft,. 9 bedrooms with ensuites, 9.5 bathrooms, 5 acre private fishing lake, professional tennis court, large guest/pool house

Price: $9,999,950.00

Seller’s Commission of 5% of Purchase Price

Historic Architectural Masterpiece: Designed in the late 1970s by Tom Hurley”co-founder of the acclaimed architectural firm Helman, Hurley, Charvat & Peacock”for Harold and LuEsther Mertz, the billionaire founders of Publishers Clearing House. This visionary compound blends mid-century modern sensibilities with opulent scale.

 

Grand Living Spaces: The estate spans approximately 16,000 to 17,000 square feet, featuring 9 bedrooms and between 7.5 to 13 bathrooms across varying listings.

 

Expansive Private Grounds: Nestled on nearly 12 acres of serene, manicured land, the property includes ponds teeming with koi, lavish waterfalls, and a spring-fed, 5-acre private fishing lake.

 

Ultimate Entertainment Retreat:

A 40,000-gallon sparkling pool with spa and multi-source heating (solar, gas, and electric)

 

A private tennis court

 

Outdoor bridges, terraces, and designed landscaping that elevate the estates grandeur.

 

Striking Architectural Details: Inside, you find soaring 25-foot ceilings, walls of bulletproof, insulated glass, and dramatic bronze statues, all accessed via elaborate bronzed doors opening into a lavish foyer.

 

Gated, Ultra-Private Setting: Set behind a .3-mile gated drive within the exclusive Sweetwater Club, the estate also includes a separate guesthouse and caretakers quarters, ensuring comfort and security.

 

A Storied Backdrop: Over the years, this estate has hosted two presidents, senators, governors, and corporate luminaries truly a stage befitting its grandeur.

 

Location & Lifestyle
Located just outside Orlando in Longwood, this elegant sanctuary provides both tranquility and convenience: About 15 minutes from downtown Orlando, granting quick access to major dining, cultural, and sporting venues”think Orlando Magic, Orlando City Soccer Club, House of Blues, and Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Near world-class golf courses, including those designed by Greg Norman and the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club.

 

Summary
812 Sweetwater Club is not just a home it’s a monumental legacy. A mid-century modern architectural gem, this estate offers an unmatched living experience with expansive grounds, luxurious amenities, and a rich historical narrative. Its gated seclusion and prime location near Orlandos cultural epicenter make it both a private haven and a regal statement of lifestyle.

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Sweetwater Estate

Opulent Secluded 11.9 Acre Estate with a 5 Acre Private Fishing Lake

Prestigious Gated
Sweetwater Club Golfing Community

The spiraling staircase provides an alternative to the elevator.
The spacious second floor hallway overlooks the formal living room and entrance foyer.
The formal Living Room offers glass walls from floor to ceiling that provide an uninterrupted vista of the outdoors.
The second floor view of the Living Room is simply breathtaking.
Beautiful Mother-in-law suite is located in a separate wing of the mansion.
The kitchen is a homemaker’s or chef’s dream come true. The all stainless equipment features a double door Subzero refrigerator, wall oven, wall microwave and wall bread warmer. The triple deep stainless sink includes a spray, instant hot water fountain and soap dispenser. The hooded island can accommodate families and visitors whose time is limited and desire is to have a delicious meal without too much fanfare.
The St. Charles kitchen cabinets are among the best in the world and have unbelievable storage space to accommodate numerous dinnerware and cookware.
The separate breakfast room provides a private dining experience with hand-crafted custom furniture and sculptures from abroad that decorate the color-coordinated walls. The unique floral hand-crafted lamp is a conversation piece during a hearty meal.
The formal dining room includes a recessed cabinet, extra-long china hutch and glass top table which were custom designed and installed in the home by a famous European master who utilized Mother of Pearl inlays to complement the black enamel handcrafted works of art. The glass walls provide natural light during mealtime.
Two-story Library accomodates thousands of books and converts to a home theatre.
The large entertainment patio wraps gracefully around the rear of the estate, providing a magnificent outdoor arena for several hundred guests. Tucked under the overhang is a state of the art stainless steel outdoor kitchen.
The Guest House provides a second area for outdoor entertaining.
The ceiling-to-floor windows enhance the beautiful baby grand piano that conveys With the property.to the elevator.

Two-story library provides a study-like environment for the most studious. The collection of books includes a wide range of subjects and most are available for the new owner.

Bedrooms are easily convertible to office spaces with floor-to-ceiling walls that provide sufficient natural light during working hours and a view of the picturesque grounds.

The outdoor patio connected to the dining room brings the indoors outside during a relaxing fun time with family and friends.

The large master bedroom is furnished with two custom chairs, a matching crown bed, and a bench covered with Versace fabric. The matching drapers complete.

The mother-in-law accommodations feature a large outdoor garden accessed by sliding doors in a ceiling-to-floor wall. As is the case with all of the 9 bedrooms in the mansion, there is an ensuite.

The complimentary amenities featured at Sweetwater Estates include a professional tennis court, swimming pool, and spa hot tub all nested near the 3,000 sq. ft. guest/pool house with 2 generous bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a full kitchen.

The grounds are embellished with 10 beautiful bronze statutes including the four bronze dolphin fountain in the water feature facing the front of the mansion.

The 5-acre private lake was stocked with bass, brim, and carp for the pleasure of fishing enthusiasts.

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