18220 Elmwood DR Alva, FL 33920Open Sun 12PM-2PM
UPDATED: 04/20/2026 11:00 PM ON MARKET: New on market today
Listed by Dalton Wade Inc • Missy McAmis
$999,999
5 Beds3 Baths3,512 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type: Single Family Home
Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Status: Active
Purchase Type: For Sale
Square Footage: 3,512 sqft
Price per Sqft: $284
MLS Listing ID: 2026018191
Style: Contemporary,Other,Ranch,One Story,See Remarks
Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 3
Construction Status: Resale
HOA Y/N: No
Year Built: 1956
Annual Tax Amount: $2,431
Tax Year: 2025
Lot Size: 3.200 Acres
Acres: 3.2
Lot Dimensions: Appraiser
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Property Description
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. Chef‘s 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.² 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.² 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.
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.
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