A Unique Island Property
Ideal For Your Equestrian Dreams

    This premier property of approximately 360 acres is nestled at the bottom of one of the highest elevations in Central Florida and sits between the bass filled waters of Lake Pasadena and Buddy Lake. Wildlife abounds in this picturesque setting of moss-draped live oaks and surrounding wetlands with a quilted backdrop of rolling hills, orange groves, and natural flora of Florida. From Fox Squirrels to Sandhill Cranes, this serene spot is a genuine animal haven.

    Centrally located between Orlando, Ocala, and Tampa, in the heart of Florida horse country, Sheik Island is easily accessible to many of the top horse venues. It is situated between Sarasota Polo Club and The Villages, two hot spots for polo. It is approximately 1-1/4 hours from Ocala for access to the Ocala Breeders Sales Company and the HITS winter circuit. Orlando, the up and coming center for dressage, is just 1-1/4 hours away. The farm is about 30 minutes from Tampa and the Florida State Fairgrounds, which hosts many top shows for several breeds and disciplines. The location of the farm also makes it accessible to horse racing tracks in Tampa and Miami, and one of the top steeplechase tracks in the country at Little Everglades Ranch in Dade City.

    Constructed in the late 1990’s, two state-of-the-art barns, designed by Blackburn Architects, focus on safety and workability. The main barn consists of 16 oversized stalls ideal for large horses and foaling, separate hay and shavings storage, a beautifully wood paneled tack room, lab, men’s and women’s full bathroom facilities, indoor wash racks, and many more amenities. It has a center aisle layout with outside dutch doors on each stall. A vented roof, a cupola at the cross aisle of the main barn and dormers provide much needed ventilation and light. An adjacent two-story building includes three executive office suites, a reception area, a three-bedroom apartment, large machine shop, laundry room and a multitude of storage. The eight-stall barn is a smaller version of the large barn with no less attention to quality and detail. This is truly a luxury facility for horse and rider alike.
 
   Sheik Island also features two houses that overlook picturesque Buddy Lake. They are situated on opposite shores and provide the perfect location for observing amazing sunsets over the tranquil water.

    The primary lakefront residence, approximately 2154 square feet, built in 1997, is a three bedroom, two bathroom, ranch style with a large bright open kitchen and living area with a stone hearth fireplace and an adjacent spacious screened lanai and pool. The main home is a wonderful place for entertaining or just relaxing.

    The second home, approximately 1667 square feet, built in 1941 and fully renovated in 1998, is a three bedroom, two bathroom cottage with two carpeted living areas, a brick fireplace, a kitchen with pine cabinetry, a large laundry/mud room and screened back porch. This cozy home is perfect as a guesthouse or manager’s residence. Sheik Island’s unique characteristics provide views from every angle, seclusion from the hustle and bustle of a growing community, and a top quality facility for both the horse and rider while still being easily accessible to stores, airports and many top horse venues.

Sunset over Buddy Lake

Amenities

*Farm equipment, furniture, and selected artwork are not included in the sale price but are available for purchase. Prices available upon request. (All measurements are approximate and should be verified by Purchaser.)

Owner/Seller:
Sheik Island Farm, Inc. and KIM Enterprises, LP
Contact:
Rick Michaels (813) 226-8844 or Kim Wilson (352) 279-2104
36225 Covington Road, Dade City, FL 33525