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Alva, FL 33920
- 5Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 3,512SqFt
- 1956Year Built
- 3.20Acres
- MLS# C7525120
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market1 month, 15 days
- Area33920 - Alva
- CountyLee
- Subdivision Acreage & Unrec
Overview
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 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. Nestled in mature native yellow pines dripping with Spanish moss, Sable, cabbage, palms and tropical fruit trees, it borders the West Bank of Telegraph Creek at the distal end near the Caloosahachee river. The serene privacy of Florida is found in this estate beginning with the inviting entrance design that enhances the aesthetic appeal of this property.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 screen, 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.Enjoy bank fishing on Telegraph Creek, 10,000 lb. boat lift, walk or ride the equestrian trails in the telegraph Creek preserve or Bob Janes preserve. Property views to the east, our land in a conservation easement or simply stay at home in paradise hidden from the world.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Window Features: WindowTreatments
Roof: Shingle
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, InGround, Lap, ScreenEnclosure
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: PrivateEntrance, PrivateYard, RainGutters, StormSecurityShutters
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $999,999
Garage / Parking
Garage: Yes
Carport: Yes
Car Ports: 1
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: Stone, WoodBurning
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: Carpet, CeramicTile, Tile
Levels: One
Laundry Features: Inside, LaundryCloset
Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, LivingDiningRoom, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, Other, StoneCounters, SolidSurfaceCounters, VaultedCeilings, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments
Appliances: ConvectionOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, Microwave, Refrigerator, WaterSoftener, WaterPurifier, Washer
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: 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!
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3.2
Lot Sqft: 139,523
Misc
Other
Special Conditions: None
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 15
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Stories: 1
Total Stories: 1
Foundation: Slab
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 9
Sqft Info
Sqft: 3,512
Bulding Area Sqft: 6,860
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 2
Tax Legal Description: N 250 FT GOVT LOT 2 LYING W OF CRK CENTER
Tax Block: 11
Tax Annual Amount: 2794.07
Tax Book Number: D/1
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Well
Sewer: PrivateSewer, SepticTank
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: Creek, RiverAccess
View: Yes
Water Body Name: TELEGRAPH CREEK
View: CreekStream, Water
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!This listing courtesy of Dalton Wade Inc
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MLS# C7525120 located at 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida is brought to you by David Shippey REALTOR®
18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida has 5 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida is C7525120.
The price for 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida is $999,999.
The status of 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida is Acreage & Unrec.
The home located at 18220 Elmwood Drive, Alva, Florida was built in 2026.
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