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18220 Elmwood Drive

Alva, FL

Listing Details

  • $890,000
  • MLS# C7525120
  • Type Residential - Single Family
  • Status Active
  • 5
    Bedrooms
  • 3 full
    Bathrooms
  • 3,512
    Square Feet
  • 3.200 acres
    Lot Size
  • 1956
    Year Built

Description

MOTIVATED REDUCTION *** $-100,000.00 *** PRICE IMPROVEMENT REFLECTS SELLER MOTIVATION. PRICED TO MOVE AT AN UNBEATABLE VALUE!UNPRECEDENTED VALUE AND OPPORTUNITY. 3.2 AC, 2 HOMES, 2400 SF RED IRON BARN, LAP POOL AND HUGE LANAI, NAVIGABLE WATER 500 YARDS TO CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER DOWN RIVER OF LOCKS. ZONED AG-2. NO HOA, NOT IN A SUBDIVISIONS. PRESERVED TELEGRAPH VIEWS BY CONSERVATION EASEMENT. HAVE INSTANT EQUITY AND BE FREE IN YOUR FUTURE FROM ASSOCIATIONS AND RESIDENTIAL ZONING. This is a truly remarkable property that photographs can't do it justice. Such a beautiful oasis!! Private, peaceful,...Perfect for an Artist, writer, photographer... Read more or just a nature lover! The good life awaits!! Multigenerational property 2 home estate. Enjoy the workshop/barn of the 2400sf red iron/steel barn. Enjoy the screened recreational area with 40ft pool. Located on 344 feet of the navigable Telegraph Creek, 550 yards to the Caloosahatchee river. Feel the privacy in this 3.2 acre estate. ZONED AG 2! Mature oaks & pines, find yourself in the secret, equestrian and recreational Hideaway of Alva, Florida! The tranquility and elegance of this 3.2 acres rich in classic southern style charm. DETAILS: Main house is 2422sf 3/2 with grand open spaces. The kitchen features state of the art amenities, including BLANCHE quartz countertops, stainless steel sink, eye-catching subzero, classic French door, refrigerator freezer. Chefs choice of the induction range, convection, double oven and an easy to reach conveniently located microwave oven. Designer cabinetry, with soft, closing drawers and heavy hinge, including a large walk-in pantry with designer doors, and stainless steel barn door hardware. The multi Chef kitchen will support the families best chefs at holidays and gatherings with the island kitchen as the social hub of the 700 ft. gathering space. A large family room is the hub for the three bedrooms on the north side of the house. The family room features a wood-burning fireplace, and panoramic veiws of the backyard and the telegraph creek. The master suite includes a large walk-in closet and private bath with dual sinks and a spacious custom shower. Private access into the lanai and pool area. The second bedroom, with a vaulted ceiling and access into the pool lanai area. The third bedroom features, built-in open bookshelves, + large size walk-in closet. BONUS!! 1090 ft. guest house with carport. Full functioning, with living room, dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen in the central space, full laundry, hook ups, independent HVAC from main house, and a bedroom located on each end of the living space. A large screened, private lanai invites you to relax and enjoy.A 40 x 60 red iron steel building with three overhead doors and an access door, on a monolithic pour of concrete is here for your needs.

Key Features

  • Hurricane Shutters
  • Private Entrance
  • Private Mailbox
  • Private Yard
  • Rain Gutters
  • Sliding Doors
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • High Ceilings
  • Kitchen/Family Room Combo
  • L Dining
  • Living Room/Dining Room Combo
  • Open Floorplan
  • Other
  • Primary Bedroom Main Floor
  • Solid Surface Counters
  • Solid Wood Cabinets
  • Stone Counters
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Window Treatments
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18220 Elmwood Drive
Alva, FL 33920
Subdivision
ACREAGE & UNREC
County
Lee

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All Property Features

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Softener
  • Body of Water: TELEGRAPH CREEK
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Days on Site: 75
  • Directions: From exit 143 Bayshore/Pine Island Rd, east 3.3 mi Lee Civic Center, north 31, 2 miles north to River Road RT 78, east 3.2 miles to Elmwood, Cedar post and rail fence on south, Elmwood Dr, south to first driveway on east (left), approach with enjoyment!
  • Exterior: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace: Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Garage: 4
  • Garage Dimensions: 40x60
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Home Warranty Y/N: No
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, L Dining, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Lot Dimensions: 3.2
  • Lot Size: 3.20 Acres
  • Number of Septics: 1
  • Number of Wells: 2
  • Other Equipment: Private Entrance, Private Yard
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Pets Restrictions: AG2 ZONING, PETS PER LEE COUNTY ZONING REGS.
  • Pool: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Screen Enclosure
  • Property Attached Y/N: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, Listing Agent Must Accompany, No Lockbox, ShowingTime
  • Special Sale Provisions: None
  • Special View Info: Water
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Taxes: $2,794
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
  • Water: Well
  • Water Access: Canal - Brackish, Creek, River
  • Water Access Y/N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Bridges - No Fixed Bridges, Lift - Covered
  • Water View: Creek
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Zoning: AG-2