The minute you pass the gates into this EQUESTRIAN community of homes on 10 ACRES or more parcels with rolling hills you will feel the peace and serenity of Bear Hollow. THIS HOME offers a private gated retreat with OVER 11 ACRES of "OFF THE GRID" living with WHOLE HOUSE SOLAR PANELS that have been installed in the back yard (not on the roof)and a 200' deep ARTESIAN WELL offering incredible drinking water! The floor plan was designed to entertain with soaring ceilings, a living room AND family room that are open to each other with incredible pool views allowing for guests to easily flow from room to room. The kitchen has TONS of oak cabinets, quartz counters, large island with sink and newer appliances. The split bedroom plan offers total privacy with the master suite occupying one wing of the home. The master has access to the pool area and has his and her closets. Off the master bedroom is the master bath with 2 vanities, water closet, walk in shower with cultured marble for easy care cleaning and a jetted tub with a stunning stained glass window above. On the other side of the house, two nice sized bedrooms and a bathroom are perfect for guests or office use. The utility room with washer and dryer lead to the 3 car garage. Out back the pool, spa and patio with pavers make the perfect place to relax and just enjoy the gorgeous views. There is a beautiful 1 acre SPRING FED pond just beyond the pool so bring your pole and catch some fish! Come live life in style while maintaining the utmost in privacy in this gorgeous luxury community. The good life is waiting! (VA assumable loan at $2.99%. Ask for details)
Gated, Equestrian community with rolling hills and ponds. .. Beautiful double door entry to a 9x11 Foyer. .. Open Floor Plan. .. 13' high Ceilings & Crown molding all thru. .. Spacious kitchen with island to seat many friends in addition to the cozy 8x11 breakfast nook. .. Nice surprise awaits you in the MBR, a way to think outside the box. .. 2 walk in closets, His and Hers grooming areas in the MBA, Custom Glass Lead window above the Jacuzzi tub & Separate shower. .. Large 16x34 in-ground pool, Serenity Pond on South side of house. .. A heavenly setting for your every day living. .. Great drinking water, NO softner needed thanks to the 200' deep well. .. and a lot more!. .. A place to call home.
Public Records
Jan 25, 1995
Sold
$50,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,350 (+3.0%)
2024
$4,223 (+1.8%)
2023
$4,148 (−1.1%)
2022
$4,195 (−1.5%)
2021
$4,258 (+2.9%)
2020
$4,140 (+2.1%)
2019
$4,057 (+1.2%)
$71,220 + $214,213
$285,433
2018
$4,008 (+3.2%)
$71,220 + $214,213
$285,433
2017
$3,884 (−0.5%)
2016
$3,902 (+3.9%)
$71,220 + $198,987
$270,207
2014
$3,756
Tax history for 511 Bear Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,350 (+3.0%)
2024
$4,223 (+1.8%)
2023
$4,148 (−1.1%)
2022
$4,195 (−1.5%)
2021
$4,258 (+2.9%)
2020
$4,140 (+2.1%)
2019
$4,057 (+1.2%)
$71,220 + $214,213
$285,433
2018
$4,008 (+3.2%)
$71,220 + $214,213
$285,433
2017
$3,884 (−0.5%)
2016
$3,902 (+3.9%)
$71,220 + $198,987
$270,207
2014
$3,756
*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
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.87 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,628
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Highlands County
APN
C35373002001900000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
AU
Agricultural District
The AU agricultural district is intended to apply to those areas presently and primarily agricultural.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Dairy
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Wastewater treatment
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Window Features: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 11
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Screened
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 3479
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Block, Concrete
Property Features
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Land Information
Irrigation Source: Well
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 368
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 11.88
Lot Size Area: 11.88
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 11.88
Zoning Description: RES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,147.52
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, See Remarks, Well
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Not Available
Sewer: None, Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $80
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $80
Location Information
Directions: EAST ON SR 70. LEFT TO BEAR HOLLOW ENTRANCE. GO THROUGH GATE AND FOLLOW ROAD TO HOUSE ON RIGHT.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,628
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 11.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Highlands County
APN: C35373002001900000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HeartlandAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Lake Country Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
Lake Placid Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.2mi
4/10
Lake Placid High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
4/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$778,000 – $942,000
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