503 N CLARA AVE Deland, FL 32720

Just now unveiling this “One of a Kind” piece of art… with an incredible history!
Built by one of the first pioneers to settle in DeLand, Col. Christopher C Codrington, a Jamaican planter. The original home was built in 1878. Designed in a “Caribbean Farmhouse” style architecture. With the original location of the front door facing south, (fronting W Minnesota Avenue). Over the years it was expanded upon, which included a new front porch and the current entrance that fronts on North Clara Ave. Many believe it to be the oldest “in town” home in DeLand. Col. C C Codrington was one of the earliest pioneers of DeLand. He built this treasure using hand sawn heart pine in much of the home. At the time the home was built it was nestled amongst acres of fragrant Orange groves. Over the years, many of the individuals fortunate enough to see the home first hand, have said the interior of the attic area resemble the craftsmanship of those building boats and ships in this period.
This home offers a versatile floor plan with 3BR/1.5 BA well positioned on an over sized almost Half Acre lot in the heart of the Northwest Historic district. Only three blocks from Award Winning Downtown DeLand and Stetson University. Charming “authentic period” features remain in the home such as the Enchanting “Cupola” style windowed Florida room with a tongue and groove high ceiling that flows off the kitchen with great panoramic views of the private back yard and garden/screened atrium area.
Over the last several years new features have been added to adapt to todays needs and lifestyles such as the Detached screen enclosed atrium that provides a pleasant bug free environment to entertain in or dine alfresco! Enjoy the open air private fenced back patio that is accessed off the living room and provides a peaceful, quiet space to relax and enjoy nature.
The fascinating, full story and history of this home was researched and prepared by the current owner and is available as an attachment to the listing. To preview History of Home, "Click" on the virtual tour below the front photo of home. Once tour is playing, "click" on the three "menu bars" on lower left side; then click on "History Of Home.
Please Note: The Sellers will review offers and respond after 4/10/23. Please allow for that timeframe when submitting an offer. Thank you