Discover a residence that feels worlds away—yet sits in the heart of Palm Harbor. Tucked within highly sought-after Autumn Woods, this extraordinary 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom pool home rests on nearly half an acre and offers something increasingly difficult to find: true privacy, architectural character, mature natural beauty, and a home that is truly one of a kind.
Originally custom architected and built as the personal residence of acclaimed Bay-area luxury builder Marc Rutenberg, the home was created with intention. Mature trees, lush tropical landscaping, privacy hedges and brick-paver walkways create an estate-like setting with remarkable seclusion. Even the landscape has a story—the magnificent oak anchoring the property was hand-selected after an extensive search throughout the Southeast, transported by flatbed and installed by crane approximately 30 years ago.
Inside, craftsmanship takes center stage with solid white oak hardwood flooring, cedar beams, solid-core wood doors, tongue-and-groove ceilings, skylights and Marvin double-insulated windows and patio doors. Expansive living spaces flow naturally together and open to the pool and gardens, creating an effortless connection between indoors and out.
The chef's kitchen is equally impressive, featuring Calacatta marble countertops, custom wood cabinetry, Miele built-in ovens, a Wolf cooktop and multiple integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer units, including drawer refrigeration. A first-floor en-suite bedroom overlooking the pool offers flexibility for guests, multigenerational living or an office, while three additional bedrooms upstairs include the private primary suite.
Outside, the property transforms into a secluded garden retreat. The pool and expansive paver patio are surrounded by mature tropical landscaping, privacy hedges and a fully fenced yard, complemented by mango, lemon, fig and acerola cherry trees, an herb garden and premium landscape lighting.
Notable improvements include a 2021 roof, three newer high-efficiency HVAC systems, hardwood floors refinished in 2025, remodeled half bath and laundry room, siding upgrades, whole-home water filtration and softener with reverse osmosis.
Autumn Woods is known for its custom homes, mature tree canopy and peaceful streets, with four community ponds, tennis courts and a private park, all minutes from Gulf beaches, shopping, dining and major commuter routes.
1351 Willow Brook Drive is more than a luxury home—it is a private sanctuary with a history, a landscape decades in the making, and an individuality rarely found in Palm Harbor.
Property Details
- Interior
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabi
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling Features
- Central Air
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3.5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- View
- Pool,Trees/Woods
- Lot Features
- Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Private, Sidewalk, Paved, Unincorporated
- Lot Description
- Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Private, Sidewalk, Paved, Unincorporated
- Pool
- 1
- Pool Description
- Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Salt Water
- Pool Features
- Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Salt Water
- Exterior Materials
- Garden, Lighting, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
- Acres
- 0.44
- Square Feet
- 3933.0
- Parking Features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized, Tandem, Workshop in Garage
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Type
- Driveway
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 2.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Year Built
- 1983
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Shingle
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- Public, Well
- Utility Features
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener
- Subdivision
- AUTUMN WOODS-UNIT III
- Community Features
- Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Elementary School
- Sutherland Elementary-PN
- Middle School
- Palm Harbor Middle-PN
- High School
- Palm Harbor Univ High-PN
- County
- Pinellas
- Region
- PALM HARBOR
- Zoning
- RESIDENTIAL
- Original List Price
- $1,275,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 16
- Taxes Annual
- $7,705
- HOA
- 1
- HOA Fees
- 755.0
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- MLS #
- TB8482821
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Listing Office: ORANGE GROVE PROPERTY SOLUTIONS (#MFR260033790)
