Welcome to Novella Farm, a beautifully renovated, classic home at the end of a private, tree-lined road with 2.95-acres of property. Just minutes from downtown Winter Park and major roadways, this home offers the opportunity to live the idyllic farm life with city conveniences just a few miles away. This homestead was fully restored in 2016 including new systems such as AC, roof, electric, and plumbing, but it retains the character, charm, and pride of workmanship from the time it was built with solid clapboard block construction and dimensional lumber. The grounds contain the main house with 4 bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms and 4170sf; a detached unfinished 1/1 guest cottage with kitchen & living room at 583sf; and multiple outer buildings for animals and equipment. The floorplan is spacious and perfect for entertaining with welcoming entry foyer; separate formal living room with hand-constructed bow window; dining room with built-ins and wainscotting; bonus room with beamed vaulted ceiling, exposed brick, wood-burning fireplace, and Pecky Cypress siding. The kitchen/family room wing was expanded during the renovation, and the kitchen rebuilt with soapstone countertops, an imported French Lacanche gas range, white subway tile backsplash, and large designer island with custom lighting that opens to generous family room with wall of bookshelves and fireplace. The downstairs owner’s suite has elegant bathroom with oversized shower with rain head & multiple sprayers, double vanity with marble counters + separate makeup vanity. The upstairs has the original master suite with abundant closet space and attached bathroom, in addition to 2 more large bedrooms with shared bath that has Cambria quartz counters and white subway tile, plus multiple niches that make for great flex space. Features include 9’ ceilings, solid oak floors throughout, crown molding, lots of custom millwork, French doors, great storage, designer fixtures & lighting, and secured electric entrance gate. Interior mudroom/laundry room with slate floors, 3 car garage, saltwater pool (2016) with travertine deck, and large outdoor covered porch. This home was lovingly renovated to create a timeless vintage feel, and the surrounding land evokes Old Florida with its lush Live Oaks and wooded surroundings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
2.95 acresLot Size
$278Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Nancy Bagby• FANNIE HILLMAN & ASSOCIATES
Contact: 407-644-1234
Bought with Dan Haber• PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTL. REALTY
It has been my pleasure introducing this one-of-a-kind beauty to the market! Buyers will love this home as it is tucked away on 2.95acres of land that sits on a private drive that could be fully gated. A home built in 1968 with superb quality shiplap block that maintains its cool throughout the year and a cool on your wallet, too! You must visit this beautiful two story home that features 2 master bedrooms. One on the first level and another on the second level. Both are very large in size with walk-in closets and on suite baths that begs to be dreamed up with beauty. This home has 2 fully functioning wood burning fireplaces. One off of your kitchen and family room combination and another in your Trophy room or Library. Throughout you have hardwood floors and large banks of windows to bring in a ton of light. Both secondary bedrooms are large in size with walk-in closets as well. Off of the family room leads to an overhang patio that looks out to your pool and pool deck. The beautiful oaks trees on this property are also a part of the charm as this patio space opens up to acres of green space for places to play. The in-law suite is the 5th bedroom. The In-law suite is proximately 500sqft with a living room, bedroom, bathroom, and full kitchen. This home needs a bit of work so Call to make an Appointment today and bring your imagination of what this home is destined to be.
Public Records
Aug 19, 1996
Sold
$320,000
$77/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1990
Sold
$277,000
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,252 (−1.8%)
$272,500 + $737,107
$1,009,607
2024
$13,491 (+11.6%)
$272,500 + $737,107
$1,009,607
2023
$12,092 (+86.2%)
$327,600 + $710,674
$1,038,274
2022
$6,493 (+0.8%)
$327,600 + $558,082
$885,682
2021
$6,445 (+3.9%)
$118,000 + $383,714
$501,714
2020
$6,205 (+0.2%)
$118,000 + $331,792
$449,792
2019
$6,194 (+2.8%)
$106,200 + $322,891
$429,091
2018
$6,027 (+13.1%)
$106,200 + $315,695
$421,895
2017
$5,327 (+49.4%)
$106,200 + $282,532
$388,732
2015
$3,566 (+0.6%)
$106,200 + $198,184
$304,384
2014
$3,545 (−1.2%)
2013
$3,589 (+12.8%)
2012
$3,181
Tax history for 2838 Red Bug Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,252 (−1.8%)
$272,500 + $737,107
$1,009,607
2024
$13,491 (+11.6%)
$272,500 + $737,107
$1,009,607
2023
$12,092 (+86.2%)
$327,600 + $710,674
$1,038,274
2022
$6,493 (+0.8%)
$327,600 + $558,082
$885,682
2021
$6,445 (+3.9%)
$118,000 + $383,714
$501,714
2020
$6,205 (+0.2%)
$118,000 + $331,792
$449,792
2019
$6,194 (+2.8%)
$106,200 + $322,891
$429,091
2018
$6,027 (+13.1%)
$106,200 + $315,695
$421,895
2017
$5,327 (+49.4%)
$106,200 + $282,532
$388,732
2015
$3,566 (+0.6%)
$106,200 + $198,184
$304,384
2014
$3,545 (−1.2%)
2013
$3,589 (+12.8%)
2012
$3,181
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.72 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
4,578
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Seminole County
APN
22213030000800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
A-1
Agriculture District
The lands included within the A-1 Agricultural District are often characterized as being located in areas of the County where urban services are minimal or nonexistent. The A-1 classification is also present in the majority of future land use designations established under the Seminole County Comprehensive Plan. These lands may have access to a full range of urban services and are potentially appropriate for reclassification to greater development densities and intensities, as determined by the Comprehensive Plan; Properties developed under the A-1 classification are devoted to a wide range of residential and non-residential development types, including agricultural uses and detached single-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Educational / school
Recreation
Aug 4, 2025 • Final
Res alterations, no change in units
Remodel
Aug 29, 2016 • Final
Res alterations, no change in units
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Bath In Garage, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side