14130 8TH, OCALA, FL 34473

Description

Bring your horses and enjoy the perfect balance of comfort, functionality, and equestrian living. Ideally located just minutes from the Florida Horse Park and a short drive to the World Equestrian Center and HITS, this well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath pool home sits on 2.57 acres and offers a thoughtfully designed layout along with numerous upgrades that make it both move in ready and low maintenance. Inside, the home features 2,635 square feet of living space with durable tile flooring throughout, providing both style and easy upkeep. The kitchen offers ample cabinet storage and generous counter space, making it ideal for everyday living as well as entertaining. The spacious primary suite includes an en suite bathroom with double vanities and a beautifully tiled walk in shower. Two additional guest bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the home near a guest bathroom, creating a comfortable and private space for family or visitors. The fourth bedroom offers excellent flexibility and could easily serve as a mother in law suite, guest quarters, or home office, complete with its own private exterior entrance. Outdoor living is just as enjoyable with a screened in pool featuring a waterfall, creating the perfect place to relax and cool off on warm Florida days. The pool area provides peaceful views overlooking the property and paddocks, allowing you to unwind while watching your horses. The fully fenced 2.57 acre property is designed with horses in mind and features double board fencing in the front and single board fencing in the back, all lined with double mesh for added safety. Equestrian amenities include four paddocks, a round pen that can easily be converted into an additional paddock, and a well appointed four stall barn with room to add a fifth stall along with an attached tack and feed room. Additional structures include a 20x25 detached two car garage, a separate shed for equipment storage, and a concrete bunker that provides additional utility space. This property has also seen numerous recent updates, helping ensure long term value and minimal maintenance. Improvements include a new HVAC system installed in 2025 with a 10 year transferable warranty, a new roof installed in 2019, pool resurfacing completed in 2021, fresh interior and exterior paint completed in 2025 and 2026, and the septic system pumped and inspected in 2026. The horse barn was built in 2018, and the home also includes a 1 year home warranty for additional peace of mind. Whether you are looking for a private retreat, an equestrian ready property, or a well updated mini farm close to some of the area’s premier horse facilities, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Florida country living.