Discover the potential of this 20+ acre property in Fort Meade, ideal for homesteading, ranching, small-scale commercial use, or as a private family compound. The land includes fenced pastures, barns, sheds, a 1+ acre pond, and a well-maintained residence - set back for privacy among orange groves. The perimeter is fully fenced, and the drive is lined with young Longleaf Pines beside Bahia grass pastures. A full-length screened front porch offers panoramic views across the property. Inside, the open-concept layout connects the kitchen, living, & dining areas. The kitchen features a central island & a gas range fueled by a 50-gallon propane tank. Continuing, find a full bath to the left, laundry/pantry closet to the right along with the master suite with walk-in shower. A second bedroom/office opens to an expansive 16x33 rear screened porch, extending the living space & perfect for entertaining, complete with ceiling fans, mounted TVs, & pond views. Off the porch is a fenced, irrigated food forest & herb garden. A separate building includes a full bathroom & RV hookup with septic, water, & 50-amp service. North of the home is a 24x40 insulated metal pole barn with multiple work zones. One bay has a roll-up door for storage; another features a canning/processing kitchen with a 100-gallon propane-fed commercial oven, mini-split, tankless water heater, three-compartment sink, dishwasher, washer/dryer & a walk-in pantry with its own AC—designed for conversion to cold storage. Extra outlets & upgraded electrical in place to accommodate the various activities. To the west are 3 large animal pens with water, a 20x25 metal barn with stalls & electric, and 3 hog pens with water. Additional structures include a supply shed, workshop barn with electrical access, & a She Shed with water, AC, & electric. The poultry zone includes 9 fenced pens with coops and nesting boxes. A 22x60 fenced garden with amended soil & irrigation is ready for planting. Nearby are 3 more metal storage buildings. A 25x36 divided kennel/pen & 30-amp RV hookup, both with water, to the east. A 1/3-mile walking/ATV trail runs through the Oak Hammock north of the pond, ideal for wildlife watching or livestock watering. The homestead is secured with flood lighting & backed by a 24KW Generac generator connected to a 500-gallon underground propane tank. The infrastructure is in place - just bring your vision.
Property Details
Property Features Property Features
MLS ID: MFRTB8360864 Year Built: 2020
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Body Type: Double Wide
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame Cooling: Central Air
Country: US County Or Parish: Polk
Direction Faces: South Exterior Features: French Doors, Garden, Lighting, Storage
Fencing: Barbed Wire, Board, Chain Link, Cross Fenced, Wire Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier Furnished: Negotiable
Heating: Electric Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
Levels: One Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Terms: Cash Lot Features: In County, Pasture, Private, Unincorporated, Zoned for Horses
Occupant Type: Owner Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Other Structures: Barn(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Other, Shed(s), Storage Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened Pets Allowed: Yes
Property Sub Type: Manufactured Home Property Type: Residential
Road Responsibility: Deeded Easement, Private Maintained Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Dirt
Roof: Shingle Security Features: Security Lights
Sewer: Septic Tank Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Listing Agent Must Accompany, Locked Gate, No Lockbox, ShowingTime
Special Listing Conditions: None Standard Status: Active
State Or Province: FL Utilities: Electricity Connected, Other
Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded View: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods, Water
Water Source: Well Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
Rooms Rooms
Living Room: 11x13.5 ft Kitchen: 11x11.5 ft
Dining Room: 11x7 ft Primary Bedroom: 11x12 ft
Bedroom 2: 11x9 ft Primary Bathroom: 6.5x9 ft
Bathroom 2: 4.5x8 ft
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