Located just one hour from Orlando, Bird Island is an undiscovered paradise of waterfront living on the western edge of Lake Griffin. A premier hunting and fishing retreat, Bird Island will auction online next month via Concierge Auctions in cooperation with Cassandra Lamoureux of Keller Williams Classic Realty. Currently Listed at $6.5 million, the property will sell No Reserve to the highest bidder. Bidding will be held January 22–27th via our digital marketplace, ConciergeAuctions.com, allowing buyers to bid remotely from anywhere in the world.
“The serenity of Bird Island creates a private escape from the world for me and my family. We can enjoy Florida’s natural beauty while we fish or hunt ducks, yet we still have all the wonderful things available that Central Florida has to offer,” stated Michael Szewc, the seller. “We are looking forward to going to auction with Concierge Auctions to help us name a new owner for this incredible property.”
Less developed than the other Harris Chain Lakes, Lake Griffin is an exclusive getaway. The private island can be accessed by seaplane, boat, or a helipad can be built to come by helicopter. The existing home is a two-bed, one-bath cottage and would make for a luxurious guest house. The cottage features a large wraparound porch ideal for watching sunsets and migrating flocks. Vaulted ceilings, skylights, and walls of sliding glass doors create an airy feel. The most notable feature of this property are the three dry, buildable acres zoned for a much larger estate. Create an expansive multigenerational estate, a four-season corporate retreat, or a wellness resort. Bird Island can be transformed to build a dream home, while surrounding guests with complete privacy as the ultimate escape. One can hunt, fish, or relax in the Central Florida sunshine.
Additional features include a chef’s kitchen with a large island with an under-mount sink and a copper countertop; an open living room and casual dining area; beamed, vaulted ceilings throughout the home; outdoor entertaining areas include a wraparound, screened in porch and deeded dock; and complete power and telephone access surrounding the whole island.
“Bird Island is filled with endless possibilities with the opportunity to build,” stated Cassie Lamoureux, the listing agent. “With Concierge Auctions’ prosperous database and marketing skills, I am delighted to partner with them to create a successful auction for our seller.”
Bird Island sits only 10 minutes from shopping and golf in the small lakefront community of Lady Lake. Located on the western edge of Lake Griffin across from the Emeralda Marsh Conservation area, the island is filled with hundreds of species of wintering birds, egrets, cranes, bald eagles, and ducks that call this area home, as well as a few manatees and alligators. The Harris Chain of Lakes’ relatively deep waters supports a variety of different craft and watersports. The property is less than 2 hours from Daytona Beach and The Space Coast to the east and Tampa to the west. The island's position offers peace and quiet, while providing convenience of several major cities close by.
Bird Island is available for showings by appointment only and for private virtual showings.
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