Casa Bella: A Private Lake Van Estate on Nearly 13 Acres in Auburndale, FL

Casa Bella at 501 Adams Barn Road is a gated, 9,200+ square foot lakefront estate on 12.82 acres on Lake Van in Auburndale, Florida. Built in 2002, it offers a primary suite with steam shower, four guest bedrooms, a study with a built-in train set, a full in-law apartment with kitchen, a waterfall pool, a sauna, and unrestricted boating on a 595-acre lake. It sits six miles from I-4 between Tampa and Orlando. Listed by Elizabeth Willers, Willers Homes Team at SERHANT.

Welcome to Casa Bella at 501 Adams Barn Road 🔑, a gated lakefront estate on 12.82 acres along the shores of Lake Van in Auburndale, Florida. A long, scenic driveway leads to the home. Mature trees surround it. The lake stretches out in front of it. This is Central Florida privacy at a scale that rarely hits the market.

🚤 Lake Van Waterfront Living: 595 Acres of Open Water

Lake Van spans 595 acres and reaches depths of up to 30 feet. Motorized boats, jet skis, and houseboats are all welcome. No permit required. No boating restrictions. Spend the day on the water, fish off your own shoreline, and end every evening with open-water views 🌅.

Most lakefront homes in Polk County sit on small lots with neighbors on both sides. Casa Bella gives you nearly 13 acres of your own shoreline setting.

🏛️ Over 9,200 Square Feet of Traditional Design

Built in 2002, the home opens to a grand foyer with a crystal chandelier and a sweeping staircase. Formal and casual dining spaces flow into expansive living areas filled with natural light and lake views. It works for big holiday gatherings and quiet weeknights alike.

👩‍🍳 A True Chef's Kitchen

Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances anchor a kitchen made for serious cooking and easy entertaining 🍷.

🛁 A Primary Suite Built Like a Spa

The primary suite is a private retreat with:

  • Dual bathrooms
  • Steam shower
  • Marble tub enclosure
  • Custom closets
  • Terrace access overlooking the grounds and Lake Van

🚂 A Study With a Built-In Train Set

The private study features a built-in train set with tracks, plus its own en-suite bath. It's a showpiece for collectors, a dream room for grandkids, and the kind of detail buyers remember after every other showing blurs together.

🏠 Full In-Law Apartment for Multigenerational Living

A separate in-law apartment includes its own kitchen, living room, and bedroom with a private balcony 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. Aging parents, adult children, long-term guests, or a live-in caregiver all get real independence under the same roof. Add the four spacious guest bedrooms in the main home and there is room for everyone.

🌴 Resort-Style Outdoor Living

  • Waterfall pool 🏊
  • Sauna
  • Direct Lake Van access for boating, jet skiing, and fishing 🎣
  • Nearly 13 acres of mature trees and natural privacy 🌳

✅ Estate Features at a Glance

  • Gated entry 🔒
  • 12.82 acres on Lake Van
  • 9,200+ square feet, built 2002
  • Primary suite plus 4 guest bedrooms
  • Study with built-in train set and en-suite bath
  • In-law apartment with kitchen, living room, and bedroom with balcony
  • Multiple garages 🚗
  • Upgraded systems
  • Panoramic waterfront views

➕ Want More Land? Nearly 28 Acres Available

An adjoining 14.92± acre lakefront land listing is available separately. Together, that's nearly 28 acres on Lake Van for buyers who want a true private compound, room for horses, a guest house, or a legacy family property.

📍 Location: Between Tampa, Orlando, and Disney

Casa Bella sits six miles from Interstate 4 in Auburndale, right in the middle of the Tampa to Orlando corridor ✈️.

  • Interstate 4: 6 miles
  • Walt Disney World: approx. 40 minutes
  • Downtown Lakeland: approx. 20 minutes
  • Tampa: approx. 50 minutes
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO): approx. 55 minutes
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA): approx. 60 minutes

You get the privacy of the country without giving up access to two major metros, theme parks, and international airports.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Casa Bella located? Casa Bella is at 501 Adams Barn Road, Auburndale, FL 33823, on the shores of Lake Van in Polk County, Central Florida.

How many acres is the Casa Bella estate? The home sits on 12.82 acres. An adjoining 14.92± acre lakefront land listing is available separately, for nearly 28 acres combined.

Can you use motorized boats on Lake Van? Yes. Lake Van allows motorized boats, jet skis, and houseboats with no permit required and no boating restrictions.

How big is Lake Van? Lake Van spans 595 acres and reaches depths of up to 30 feet.

Does the home have an in-law suite? Yes. A separate in-law apartment has its own kitchen, living room, and bedroom with a balcony.

How far is Casa Bella from Disney World? About 40 minutes by car via I-4. The home is six miles from the interstate.

Who is the listing agent? Elizabeth Willers, Luxury Home Specialist and leader of the Willers Homes Team at SERHANT.

🚨 Schedule Your Private Showing

Reach out to the Willers Homes Team at SERHANT. to tour Casa Bella. Lakefront estates with this much land, this much house, and a full in-law apartment rarely come available in Polk County. 📲

Elizabeth Willers, Luxury Home Specialist, Willers Homes Team at SERHANT., the most followed real estate brand on social media.