Field Notes · The Home

The style of this home

A walk through the open floor plan, the kitchen, the pool, and the barn — the details that make this one worth seeing in person.

June 9, 2026 5 min read

This home at 12764 County Road 223 in Oxford, FL isn't trying to be something it's not. It's a single-story ranch built for the way people actually live in Central Florida — open, practical, and designed to connect the indoors with the land outside. Here's what stands out when you walk through.

The open floor plan

The layout is functional from the moment you step inside. A formal living room flows into the family room and kitchen, all connected under tall ceilings that give the space a sense of openness without feeling cavernous. The ceramic tile flooring runs throughout the main living areas, practical for Florida living and easy to maintain with pets, kids, or muddy boots from the pasture.

The kitchen

The kitchen is the center of the home — wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a stone tile backsplash, and a central island that works as both prep space and casual dining. The open-concept design means you're never separated from the living areas, whether you're cooking dinner or keeping an eye on guests. A breakfast area off the kitchen gets natural morning light and connects to the dining space.

Primary suite

The primary bedroom features a tray ceiling, neutral tones, and direct access to the Florida room — which means you can step out to the pool area without walking through the main living spaces. The en suite bathroom includes a built-in soaking tub, a glass block window for natural light, and a wood vanity with dark stone countertop. It's a setup designed for daily comfort, not just show.

The pool and Florida room

The screened-in pool is the centerpiece of the backyard. The enclosure keeps things comfortable year-round — screened from insects but open to the sky. A covered concrete patio extends the living space for outdoor dining or simply sitting with coffee. The pool features a water feature and is surrounded by mature landscaping and palm trees. This is where Central Florida living becomes real.

The barns and acreage

What sets this property apart from most homes in the area is the infrastructure already in place for agricultural or equestrian use. A pole barn provides covered storage or workspace. A fully equipped barn has water and electric — ready for horses, livestock, or a serious workshop. Nearly 10 acres of fully fenced land means the hard work of fencing is done. Whether you're keeping horses, running a small farm, or just want room to spread out, the land is ready.

No HOA

No HOA restrictions on this property. That means no one telling you what you can or can't do with the land. Horses, chickens, outbuildings, recreational vehicles — the choice is yours. For buyers coming from HOA-governed communities, this kind of freedom is one of the main reasons to look at Oxford.

The details

  • 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
  • ~1,850 sq ft under air
  • Screened pool + covered patio
  • Nearly 10 fully fenced acres
  • Pole barn + equipped barn (water & electric)
  • No HOA restrictions
  • Oxford, FL 34484 / Sumter County