8600 NE 147th Avenue Rd., Silver Springs, FL 34488

Silver Springs Estate on Lake Fore is a truly rare 9.78± acre inholding within the Ocala National Forest, offering unmatched privacy, lake frontage, direct access to nearly 400,000 acres of protected wilderness, and with a price of only $117,587 per acre. This high-and-dry property is surrounded by the forest and features exclusive private access to Lake Fore, a crystal-clear, sand-bottom lake where this is the only privately owned parcel. Ideal for kayaking, fishing, swimming, and quiet recreation-no motorized boats permitted. The 2,508 sq ft residence (built 2008) includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open great room with a stone fireplace, high ceilings, and a functional, move-in-ready layout that blends seamlessly into the natural surroundings. A 30' times 40' workshop provides ample space for equipment, storage, and projects. Wildlife is abundant, hunting is permitted (per regulations), and the setting delivers a true Old Florida experience-while remaining just minutes from Silver Springs and Ocala conveniences.