555 E STANFORD STREET

BARTOW, FL 33830

** Photos in the guest house have been virtually staged to illustrate the property’s potential ** Stunning Victorian-style home built in 1906 built, reportedly, by Thomas Lee Wilson. Also known as the "My Girl" house, the Stanford Inn Bed & Breakfast, and lately as Hope House, the main portion of the property offers approximately 5,776 SF under air. The property blends historic charm with extensive renovations, while preserving its original character. Zoned R-3, City of Bartow. The uses go well beyond just residential and include some of the following commercial uses: Airbnb, traditional bed and breakfast or guesthouse, group home, family care home, hospice, rehab etc. Professional office uses are also possible. The tour of the property starts with a stunning wrap around, 1,500 SF porch, a perfect setting for gatherings, meetings or events, or a place for morning coffee. The grand foyer opens to multiple living spaces including a front sitting room, formal living and dining rooms, private office, and a spacious updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, appliances, counter bar, and separate dining area. The first floor also features a large primary suite with fireplace and ensuite bath, and laundry facilities. Upstairs includes a gorgeous loft/flex space and five additional bedrooms, each with its own character, fireplace, ensuite bathroom, and an additional laundry facility — ideal for bnb, group home, or multi-generational living. Additional improvements include a 1,000 SF two-story guest house (built 2022) with 1 bedroom, 1 bath and loft and a 500 SF air-conditioned flex building (ideal for office, gym, or media room), formerly the carriage house. There is a large pool on the property, as well as 7 fireplaces, wainscoting, crown moulding, some original wood floors, transom windows and French doors. This property is a must see! See weblink for more photos and video.

Listing courtesy of SAUNDERS REAL ESTATE, LLC (863) 581-0059



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