There are big houses, and then there’s this.
A newly listed $115 million estate outside Tampa isn’t just large or well-appointed, it’s the kind of place that feels like someone kept adding ideas until they ran out of land.
A go-kart track? Sure. A bowling alley? Of course. A full automotive gallery? Why not make it large enough to fit nearly two dozen cars?
Known as The Oaks Estate, the property stretches across 87 acres along Lake Thonotosassa and is now listed with Eddy Martinez and Roland Ortiz of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. It’s one of those rare compounds that tries to do everything — and it kind of succeeds.
You can arrive by helicopter… or seaplane
Right away, the tone is set. This isn’t a “pull into the driveway” kind of property.
The estate is positioned for arrival by helicopter or seaplane, which tells you pretty quickly the scale of what’s going on here.
It’s set about 20 minutes from Tampa, but the whole setup leans more toward private compound than suburban mansion.
An 87-acre spread with a 36-acre stone-walled core
The land alone puts it in a different category.
The main compound sits inside a 36-acre stone-walled perimeter, with another 51 acres forming a surrounding greenbelt.
That buffer adds both privacy and future flexibility — though it’s hard to imagine needing more space.
The entrance runs past a guardhouse and under mature oak trees before opening up to fountains and a limestone-fronted mansion.
A 36,000-square-foot main house that leans château, not Florida
The main residence spans over 36,000 square feet and takes its cues from French Normandy architecture.
It’s not the typical glass-heavy Florida look.
Instead, you get limestone, steep rooflines, and a sense that the house could just as easily sit somewhere in the French countryside — if it didn’t overlook a Florida lake.
A grand salon built to impress (and then some)
Inside, the grand salon does exactly what the name suggests.
Arched ceilings rise overhead, limestone floors run throughout, and a wall of 12-foot mahogany French doors opens straight out to the terrace.
It’s the kind of space designed for big gatherings, but it still connects directly to the water views beyond.
A gentleman’s lounge with an integrated bar
To the side, an equally impressive gentleman’s lounge offers a more intimate space for get-togethers.
Flanked in wood, the space features an integrated bar reminiscent of a speakeasy, and dedicated seating to watch games or shows.
A kitchen setup that could run a small restaurant
The main kitchen centers around a La Cornue Château setup, paired with bold quartzite surfaces.
But the real giveaway of the home’s scale is what sits behind it: a full catering kitchen designed to handle serious events without spilling into the main living areas.
With an oversized dining room to match
A Bridgerton-level dining hall puts all that cooking power to good use, providing ample space for royalty-worthy gatherings to suit even the most formal of tastes.
The primary suite has custom dressing rooms
The primary suite isn’t just a bedroom, it’s more like a self-contained zone (and a fashionista’s dream-come-true).
It includes lake-facing views, dual spa-style bathrooms, custom dressing rooms, and smaller lounge areas that break up the space. It feels less like a suite and more like a private apartment within the house.
A 72-foot pool, plus an indoor aquatic setup
Water shows up everywhere on the property.
Outside, there’s a 72-foot saltwater pool with lake views. Inside, there’s a separate aquatic setup tied into the home’s larger wellness area.
A full wellness center with spa, gym, and more
The wellness setup goes well beyond a basic home gym.
There’s a full spa, hammam, sauna, massage areas, and dedicated fitness spaces. It’s closer to a boutique hotel setup than a residential add-on.
A bowling alley and private cinema tucked inside
Then there’s the entertainment level.
A bowling alley, a private theater, billiards — all built into the home rather than treated as extras. It’s the kind of setup that keeps everything on-site, no matter the occasion.
A go-kart track… because why not
Outdoors, things get even more unusual.
There’s a lakeside go-kart track that loops through the property — not something you see in most listings, even at this level.
Equestrian facilities with a full training setup
For equestrian use, the estate includes a five-acre arena, a six-stall barn, paddocks, and a professional-grade horse walker.
It’s a full setup, not just a token feature.
A 22-car gallery that feels more like a museum
One of the standout features is the showstopping car gallery.
Designed to hold 22 vehicles, the space is more showroom than garage, with room for display, maintenance, and even office and meeting areas above.
A two-story boathouse right on the lake
At the water’s edge, a two-story boathouse anchors the lakefront.
It includes a rooftop terrace and sits alongside the estate’s broader outdoor setup, tying the property directly to Lake Thonotosassa.
A guest house and multiple support structures across the grounds
Beyond the main house, the estate includes a separate guest residence and additional support buildings.
Everything is spread out across the land, giving the property more of a campus feel than a single-home layout.
A property that tries to do everything — and mostly does
At $115 million, The Oaks Estate sits in a rare category.
It’s not just about size or price. It’s about how many different lifestyles it tries to cover in one place — cars, horses, water, fitness, entertaining — all wrapped into a single property.
It’s a lot. But that’s exactly the point.
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