Mountain Lake Estates Historic District
Mountain Lake Estates Historic District, Historic residential district in Lake Wales, Florida.
Mountain Lake Estates spans 896 acres of land with Mission Revival and Colonial Revival architectural styles north of Lake Wales off FL 17 Scenic Highway.
Frederick S. Ruth purchased 3,500 acres in 1915 and initiated the development of Mountain Lake Estates during the 1920s as a winter residential community.
The district contains 65 historic buildings, including El Retiro Estate and Mountain Lake Colony House, which represent significant architectural achievements of the early 20th century.
The Mediterranean Revival style Mountain Lake Colony House functions as a club for residents and provides accommodations for their guests throughout the year.
Frederick Law Olmsted Jr designed 600 acres of residential space while Seth Raynor created the golf course, marking the first such development in central Florida.
Location: Florida
GPS coordinates: 27.93600,-81.58300
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:03
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