525 NE 9th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32601

A distinctive Duckpond home listed on the Historic Register. Built in 1936 and known as the "Hobbit House", this 2458 sq ft home features a great room, kitchen, sunroom, study, bonus room, 3 bedrooms, recently renovated Euro-style master bath, walk-in storage area, newly landscaped lawn with new irrigation system, beautiful flagstone patio and fenced backyard. There are vaulted 14'' ceilings throughout and numerous skylights, original hardwood floors, wooden shutters and a wood burning fireplace. The garden is landscaped with azaleas, camellias, gardenias, and crepe myrtles and a wonderful large oak tree. The home is conveniently located near downtown Gainesville, Shands Hospital and the University.