16451 Norris Road

This beautiful 3,700 sqft custom-built home is situated on over 14 acres in the equestrian community of Rustic Ranches Estates within walking distance to Wellingtons environmental preserve and a short golf cart ride to the local equestrian venues. A true estate setting full of charm! Develop the perfect equestrian property or enjoy the private parklike setting as is! The luxurious and meticulously curated home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, a large professional kitchen, marble floors, Lutron lighting system, and expansive outdoor living space including a loggia and screened-in patio; all overlooking acres of grass and mature trees. This property underwent a significant transformation, with extensive surface water management and functional enhancements. AVAILABLE FURNISHED No detail was overlooked during the recent renovation and upgrade project on the custom home. There is a new butler's pantry, new large laundry room, new in-garage workshop and a renovated primary bathroom. Updated interior and exterior lighting, new window treatments, fresh paint inside and out, new garage flooring and sealing color treatment of the roof are additional recent improvements to the house. The home has impact glass throughout, city water, a stand-by generator fueled by the in-ground 1000 gallon propane tank.
In addition to the house, the rest of the property has been extensively improved. Improvements include clearing excess vegetation, raising the property with over 1250 truck loads of fill dirt, adding new landscaping and extensive landscape lighting. There is a new driveway approach, driveway and pathways including a perimeter pathway around the entire 14+ acre property. Designed and implemented by Sexton Engineering, a renowned civil engineering firm, this enhancement project exemplifies a commitment to excellence, balancing luxury with practical functionality, emphasizing quality, superior design and environmental stewardship.
With access from two different roads (one to the North and one to the South) the property offers a wide range of possibilites. There is excellent potential for further equestrian development with plenty of space to add a large barn and a list of equestrian amenities to suit your needs. Storm water management and electrical upgrade for further development is already in place making it a much easier and less expensive build-out process. Additionally, the attic in the home is properly insulated for potential future studio apartment.
Come experience what photos and words cannot capture in this truly breathtaking property. This unique offering boasts a quiet, private and enchanting setting that is truly unsurpassed.
FURNITURE MAY BE INCLUDED FOR AN ADDITIONAL $200,000.
SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS. 50% DOWN PAYMENT REQUIRED. SHORT TERM ONLY.
Features:
- City Water
- 14.185 Acres
- Near entrance to the Wellington Environmental Preserve and trail to the horse show.
- Custom designed home built in 2013.
- 3,700 square feet under air.
- 12-foot ceilings in the majority of the house.
- 4 bedrooms; 3.5 bathrooms with a very large professional kitchen, counter bar, island seating, open dining room, living room, office and mudroom.
- Kitchen includes a professional gas 6 burner plus grill range with 2 electric ovens.
- Laundry Room: Equipped with new, state-of-the-art appliances for efficiency and convenience.
- Butler's pantry: Upgraded with secondary refrigeration and a dishwasher, ideal for catering and entertaining.
- Wine storage.
- Primary Ensuite: Completely renovated with custom marble slabs, exuding luxury and sophistication.
- Numerous custom closets and storage.
- Foyer entrance and gallery hall.
- Plantation shutters.
- Marble floors in the main living areas. Wood tile planks and ceramic tiles in the mudroom, office, and some bathrooms.
- Rain proof loggia and screened porch overlooking garden, lawn, paddocks and pond beyond.
Home Specifications:
- Utility/Work Room: Designed with private access and custom epoxy flooring, complemented by an oversized three-car garage.
- Garage has an insulated attic for a potential future studio apartment.
- Advanced Security System: Upgraded to include 360-degree monitoring for comprehensive coverage.
- Impact glass doors and windows throughout.
- Exterior Improvements: The residence received a full exterior repaint, enhancing its curb appeal and durability.
- Stand by generator supports the majority of the house including both A/C units, kitchen, living room, master bedrooms suite and office. Fueled by an in-ground 1000 gallon propane tank.
- Two tankless gas hot water heaters for unlimited hot water and low utility costs.
- House and garage attics are spacious and insulated to keep energy bill low.
- Tubular skylights.
- Customizable Lutron interior lighting and automatic outside lighting.
- Electrical conduit to gated entrance for future electric gate and/or lighting.
- Extra electrical panel for future pool and/or additional landscape lighting.
- Propane hook up in loggia for future propane grill and/or fireplace.
Property Specifications:
Surface Water Management
- Site Preparation: Cleared over 800 trees, including root systems and debris, to prepare the land for development.
- High-Quality Fill: Placed approximately 20,000 yards (1,264 truckloads) of premium fill material as the foundation for an engineered water management plan.
- Advanced Drainage System: Installed over 1,000 feet of underground drainage pipes connecting a 1-acre, oversized pond to five underground drainage structures. Additional drainage swales ensure optimal water flow.
- Regulatory Compliance: All work adhered to South Florida Water Management District guidelines. Littoral plantings were introduced and monitored to ensure water purity and compliance with retention standards. The pond was reshaped beyond requirements to enhance aesthetics.
- Mature Landscaping: The property features over 80 mature oak trees, 22 eucalyptus trees lining the utility trail, and 18 mature canary palms strategically relocated to frame the driveway, creating an elegant grand entrance.
Riding Utility Path
- Custom Design: A ¾-mile-long riding utility path was constructed around the property.
- Premium Materials: Built using commercial-grade #89 stone, the path incorporates water-shedding contours and underlayment for durability, low maintenance, and high functionality.
Irrigation System
- Oversized Well: A 20,000-gallon well was drilled to supply a golf-course-standard irrigation system, ensuring full coverage of the 15-acre property.
- Investment: The irrigation system represents an investment exceeding $275,000, ensuring the landscape remains lush and vibrant.