About 300 Elton Darby Rd, Florence, Alabama, 35630
LUXURY PROPERTY AUCTION: 19 February–5 March. Accepting starting bids through 18 February. Starting bids expected between $1.25M–$2.75M. Earn an incentive by 18 February. The Darby House is an extraordinary gated waterfront estate on nearly seven acres with over 1,600 feet of Wilson Lake shoreline. Located in a protected slough, this renovated mid-century modern masterpiece captures the essence of lakeside luxury living. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout frame breathtaking water vistas, while rich mahogany woodwork and limestone create an atmosphere of timeless elegance. The chef's kitchen dazzles with custom cabinetry, Taj Mahal granite waterfall countertops, and a 60-inch Ilve eight-burner gas range. Outdoors, a shimmering saltwater pool with waterfall feature and hot tub anchor expansive stone patios, while an outdoor kitchen and fire pit set the stage for sunset entertaining. The half-court basketball and pickleball court and a heated guest house complete this lakefront sanctuary
Room Type : 2nd Kitchen, Basement (RoomType), Bath (RoomType), Bath 1/2, Bath 1, Bath 2, Bath 3, Bath 4, Bath 5, Bedroom (RoomType), Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bonus Room (RoomType), Breakfast Room, Dining Room (RoomType), Exercise Room (RoomType), Family Room (RoomType), Foyer, Great Room (RoomType), Gym (RoomType), Kitchen (RoomType), Laundry (RoomType), Living Room (RoomType), Mud Room (Room Type), Office (RoomType), Primary Bathroom (Room), Primary Bedroom (Room), Recreation Room (Room), Sauna (RoomType)
Attic : Floored, Partially Finished
Utilities : Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet - Cable, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
Sewer : Septic Tank
Water Source : Other (WaterSource), Public (WaterSource)
Parking Features : Additional Parking, Carport - Detached, Driveway, Gated (ParkingFeatures), Kitchen Level, Secured, Shared Driveway
Carport Spaces : 10
Security Features : Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Security Lights, Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior Features : Basketball Court, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Lighting (ExteriorFeat), Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage (ExteriorFeat), Tennis Court (ExterFeat)
Lot Features : Back Yard (LotFeatures), Few Trees, Front Yard (LotFeatures), Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Private (LotFeatures), Sprinkler System, Views
View : Forest, Lake (View), Panoramic, River (View), Rural, Trees/Woods, Water (View)
Waterfront Features : Lake Front, Main Lake View, Navigable Water, River Front, Seawall
Waterfront Name : Wilson Lake
Road Frontage Type : City Street, Private Road
Road Surface Type : Gravel, Other (RoadSurfaceType), Paved
Patio and Porch Features : Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Terrace
Roof : Shake, Synthetic
Achitectural Style : 3+ Story, Mid Century Modern
Property Condition : Update/Remodeled
Pool Features : Gas Heat, Gunite, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water, Waterfall (PoolFeatures)
Zoning: R1
Above Grade Finished Area : 7159
Below Grade Finished Area : 4248
Heating : 3+ Central Units, Central Unit, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Multi Units
Construction Materials : Glass, HardiPlank Type, Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details : Combination, Crawl Space
Interior Features : Breakfast Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling - Speciality, Counters-Quartz, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Freshly Painted, Glamour Bath, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry (InteriorFeatures), Primary Shower & Tub, Recessed Lighting, Sauna (InteriorFeatures), Smart Thermostat, Storage (Interior), Tile Shower, Tub-Soaking, Utility Sink, Walk-In Closet(s)
Number of Fireplaces : 1
Fireplace Features : Dining Room (Fireplace), Gas (Fireplace), Living Room (Fireplace), Stone (Fireplace)
Appliances : Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring : Ceramic Tile, Reclaimed Wood, Slate (Flooring), Terrazzo, Tile (Flooring), Wood (Flooring)
Basement : Bath/Stubbed, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Window Features : Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Wood Frames
Laundry Features : Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Inside, Laundry Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink, Washer Hookup
Other Structures : Guest House, Poultry Coop, Tennis Court(s)
Docs On File : None
Room Type : 2nd Kitchen, Basement (RoomType), Bath (RoomType), Bath 1/2, Bath 1, Bath 2, Bath 3, Bath 4, Bath 5, Bedroom (RoomType), Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bonus Room (RoomType), Breakfast Room, Dining Room (RoomType), Exercise Room (RoomType), Family Room (RoomType), Foyer, Great Room (RoomType), Gym (RoomType), Kitchen (RoomType), Laundry (RoomType), Living Room (RoomType), Mud Room (Room Type), Office (RoomType), Primary Bathroom (Room), Primary Bedroom (Room), Recreation Room (Room), Sauna (RoomType)
Attic : Floored, Partially Finished
Utilities : Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet - Cable, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Water Connected
Sewer : Septic Tank
Water Source : Other (WaterSource), Public (WaterSource)
Parking Features : Additional Parking, Carport - Detached, Driveway, Gated (ParkingFeatures), Kitchen Level, Secured, Shared Driveway
Carport Spaces : 10
Security Features : Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Security Lights, Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior Features : Basketball Court, Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Lighting (ExteriorFeat), Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage (ExteriorFeat), Tennis Court (ExterFeat)
Lot Features : Back Yard (LotFeatures), Few Trees, Front Yard (LotFeatures), Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Private (LotFeatures), Sprinkler System, Views
View : Forest, Lake (View), Panoramic, River (View), Rural, Trees/Woods, Water (View)
Waterfront Features : Lake Front, Main Lake View, Navigable Water, River Front, Seawall
Waterfront Name : Wilson Lake
Road Frontage Type : City Street, Private Road
Road Surface Type : Gravel, Other (RoadSurfaceType), Paved
Patio and Porch Features : Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Terrace
Roof : Shake, Synthetic
Achitectural Style : 3+ Story, Mid Century Modern
Property Condition : Update/Remodeled
Pool Features : Gas Heat, Gunite, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water, Waterfall (PoolFeatures)
Zoning: R1
Above Grade Finished Area : 7159
Below Grade Finished Area : 4248
Heating : 3+ Central Units, Central Unit, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Multi Units
Construction Materials : Glass, HardiPlank Type, Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation Details : Combination, Crawl Space
Interior Features : Breakfast Bar, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling - Speciality, Counters-Quartz, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Freshly Painted, Glamour Bath, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry (InteriorFeatures), Primary Shower & Tub, Recessed Lighting, Sauna (InteriorFeatures), Smart Thermostat, Storage (Interior), Tile Shower, Tub-Soaking, Utility Sink, Walk-In Closet(s)
Number of Fireplaces : 1
Fireplace Features : Dining Room (Fireplace), Gas (Fireplace), Living Room (Fireplace), Stone (Fireplace)
Appliances : Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring : Ceramic Tile, Reclaimed Wood, Slate (Flooring), Terrazzo, Tile (Flooring), Wood (Flooring)
Basement : Bath/Stubbed, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Window Features : Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Wood Frames
Laundry Features : Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Inside, Laundry Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Multiple Locations, Sink, Washer Hookup
Other Structures : Guest House, Poultry Coop, Tennis Court(s)
Docs On File : None
Street Address: 300 Elton Darby Rd
City: Florence
State: Alabama
Postal Code: 35630
County: Lauderdale
Directions:
From Florence Blvd and Cox Creek, turn south on Cox Creek Pkwy. Turn left on Huntsville Rd. Turn Right on Elton Darby Dr and go through gate. Continue through second gate to house.
Property Information :
Listing Status: Active
Size: 11,407 Sqft
Lot Size: 6.80 Acres
MLS #: 526740
Bedrooms: 7 bd
Bathrooms: 8 ba
Price: $6,500,000
Tax Amount: 7235.5
Construction Status: Built in 1957
Last Modified : Feb 3 2026 3:24AM
Amenities :
Basement
Courtesy of: Erica Hubbard, Stutts Properties, Inc (MLS# 1838)
Source MLS: SMLSA