Historic Bartow - 3 Buildings Comm / Resid

Stunning Victorian-style home built in 1906 and formerly operated as a bed & breakfast and tea house. Also known as the "My Girl" house, 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.

Upstairs includes a gorgeous loft/flex space and five additional bedrooms, each with its own character, fireplace and ensuite bathroom — 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). 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!

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Highlights Iconic

• 1906 Victorian estate on .73 acres, located on historic E. Stanford Street in Bartow. Approximately 5,776 SF under air with expansive living and entertaining spaces
• Other structures include a 1,000 SF two-story guest house built in 2022 featuring a 1-bedroom, 1-bath private residence
• The other additional structure is a 500 SF air-conditioned flex building perfect for office, gym, studio, or media room
• 1,500 SF porch, the perfect setting for gatherings, meetings or events, or a place for morning coffee
• Zoned R-3, City of Bartow, uses includes Airbnb, traditional bed and breakfast or guesthouse, group homes, family care home, hospice, rehab etc.
• Professional office uses may also be possible
• Former traditional Bed & Breakfast with commercial potential for hospitality or group living uses
• Six bedrooms, each with fireplace and ensuite bathrooms, ideal for guest accommodations or bnb operations
• Grand foyer with multiple elegant common areas including formal living, dining, and sitting rooms
• Large updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, appliances, counter bar, and casual dining area
• Seven fireplaces and preserved historic details including original wood floors, transom windows, and French doors
• Common parking available in the front and rear of the property
• Bartow is the County seat of Polk County. The location is an ideal Central Florida spot, located halfway between Walt Disney World/Orlando and Tampa/St Pete, Clearwater
• Located near downtown amenities, included restaurants, bars, retail and government offices
• Excellent access to major state highway routes, including State Road 60 and US Hwy 17. Less than a two minutes drive to US 98 / Broadway Ave
• ** Photos in the apartment living room and bedroom include VIRTUAL STAGING for illustration purposes

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