Presenting Windy Ridge Estate on 18 gated acres with 614 feet of pristine frontage on Lake Down, Butler Chain of Lakes. Manicured grounds, panoramic water views, and over 50,000 SF across multiple structures create an unrivaled lakefront compound. The walled entry opens to a grand foyer with a floating mahogany staircase, marble floors, paneled walls, and Murano chandeliers. An art gallery leads to a spacious living room featuring rich mahogany millwork and expansive lake vistas. Gourmet kitchen: salamander, dual double convection ovens, commercial icemaker, full-size refrigerator, and freezer. The main level includes one of two owners' suites, plus a library-lounge or a possible sixth bedroom. Dual staircases or a Thyssenkrupp elevator provide access to the upper level, which features four-bedroom suites, including the primary retreat. An 85-foot parlor with 20-foot ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and a wet bar provides a dramatic entertaining space. Screened porch captures southern lake views and Disney fireworks. Breezeway connects to a 5,600 SF rustic lodge with a bar, catering kitchen, entertainment hall, and locker facilities. Outdoor amenities: Junior Olympic pool, spa, decorative fountain, architectural lighting, direct lake access. Additional structures include a 4,000 SF paneled garage with 20-foot ceilings, an office, and a guest apartment; a 3,800 SF storage building; three separate garages accommodating motor coach and car collection; and staff quarters with a private courtyard. A rare fusion of Georgian grandeur, lakefront serenity, and equestrian potential—crafted for those who demand the extraordinary.
For sale
$30,000,000
9508 Windy Ridge Rd, Windermere, FL 34786
7beds
51,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2011
18.16 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$588/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thyssenkrupp elevatorDual staircasesPanoramic water viewsDecorative fountainGuest apartmentDirect lake accessPaneled walls
- 27 days |
- 8,381 |
- 301 |
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Listing Provided by:
Christine Gelman 561-723-4545,
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN 305-695-6070
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: O6388674
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
Originating MLS: Orlando Regional
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 14
- Full bathrooms: 12
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Florida Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Garage Apartment, Great Room, Utility Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Shower Heads, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x19
Other
- Features: Central Vacuum, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 696 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29x24
Bedroom 2
- Features: Central Vacuum, En Suite Bathroom, Exhaust Fan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 522 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29x18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Central Vacuum, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x21
Bedroom 4
- Features: Central Vacuum, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x18
Den
- Level: First
- Area: 468 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26x18
Dinette
- Level: First
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x13
Dining room
- Features: Central Vacuum
- Level: First
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x18
Family room
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Central Vacuum
- Level: First
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x23
Great room
- Features: Bar
- Level: First
- Area: 2490 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 83x30
Kitchen
- Features: Central Vacuum, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Dual Sinks, Exhaust Fan, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 600 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x24
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 960 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x30
Heating
- Central, Electric, Exhaust Fan
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Chair Rail, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Marble, Slate, Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Drapes, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 46,886
- Total interior livable area: 51,000 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Bath In Garage, Boat, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Oversized, RV Garage, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 12
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 70x22
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Dog Run, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sauna, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Salt Water, Tile
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake - Chain of Lakes, Lake Privileges, Lift, Lift - Covered
- Body of water: LAKE DOWN ON BUTLER CHAIN
Lot
- Size: 18.16 Acres
- Features: In County, Irregular Lot, Level, Zoned for Horses
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana, Guest House, Storage
- Parcel number: 092328000000009
- Zoning: R-CE-C
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate, Security System, Security System Owned
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Windermere
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $588/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $12,018,254
- Annual tax amount: $162,563
- Date on market: 3/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 154 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000+50%$588/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #O6388674 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listing removed | $19,995,000$392/sqft |
Source:  Douglas Elliman #R11136385 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2025 | Price change | $19,995,000-13%$392/sqft |
Source:  BeachesMLS #RX-11136385 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $22,995,000-23.4%$451/sqft |
Source: BeachesMLS #RX-11136385 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2024 | Listing removed | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #U8207115 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
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| 7/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/1/2023 | Price change | $30,000,000+20%$588/sqft |
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| 1/6/2023 | Price change | $24,995,000-16.7%$490/sqft |
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| 9/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
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| 7/31/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
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| 5/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/7/2021 | Listing removed | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
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| 9/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
Source: CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY ORLANDO #O5890318 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2020 | Listing removed | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
Source: STOCKWORTH REALTY GROUP #O5869189 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000+5.3%$588/sqft |
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| 6/27/2019 | Listing removed | $28,500,000$559/sqft |
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| 11/16/2018 | Listed for sale | $28,500,000-5%$559/sqft |
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| 3/6/2018 | Listing removed | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
Source: Dezer Platinum Realty LLC #A10368792 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
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| 7/9/2017 | Listing removed | $30,000,000$588/sqft |
Source: STOCKWORTH REALTY GROUP #O5412382 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2016 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000-25%$588/sqft |
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| 10/28/2015 | Listing removed | $40,000,000+1500%$784/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - Winter Park #O5398802 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2003 | Sold | $2,500,000+78.6%$49/sqft |
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| 10/29/1998 | Sold | $1,400,000+120.1%$27/sqft |
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| 8/16/1996 | Sold | $636,000$12/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $162,563 +7.2% | $9,913,313 +3% |
| 2023 | $151,649 +2.8% | $9,624,576 +3% |
| 2022 | $147,553 +1.1% | $9,344,249 +3% |
| 2021 | $145,965 +0.6% | $9,072,086 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $145,100 +0.7% | $8,946,830 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $144,106 +0.7% | $8,745,679 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $143,162 | $8,582,609 -5.3% |
| 2017 | $143,162 +1% | $9,064,612 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $141,763 0% | $8,932,764 +1.1% |
| 2015 | $141,772 -2.4% | $8,837,130 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $145,292 +2% | $8,265,519 +3% |
| 2013 | $142,459 +1.3% | $8,021,837 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $140,670 +35.6% | $7,832,724 +36.9% |
| 2011 | $103,726 | $5,720,400 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$201,757/mo
Principal & interest
$148507
Property taxes
$53250
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Neighborhood: 34786
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Thornebrooke Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Gotha Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10Olympia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Thornebrooke Elem
- Middle: Gotha Middle
- High: Olympia High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Orange County
- Windermere
- 34786
- 9508 Windy Ridge Rd
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