18220 Elmwood Dr, Alva, FL 33920
For Sale $999,999
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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.
Built- In Cabinets
Fireplace
Foyer
Laundry Tub
Pantry
Volume Ceiling
Walk- In Closet(s)
Window Coverings
Horses O K
Taxes: $2,431.35
Boat Canopy/ Cover
Boat Dock Private
Boat Lift
Dock Included
Elec Avail at dock
Screened Porch
Screened Lanai/ Porch
Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator/ Freezer
Refrigerator/ Icemaker
Reverse Osmosis
Washer
Water Treatment Owned
Y
Creek
Navigable
Building Description: Ranch, Contemporary, Single Family
Community Type: Boating, No Subdivision, Non- Gated
MLS Area: Not Applicable
Total Square Footage: 3,512
Total Rooms: 8
Total Floors: 1
Water: Softener, Well
Construction: Concrete Block, Metal Frame, Stucco
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-04-20 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Concrete, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Lap, Screen Enclosure
Furnished: Negotiable
Kitchen Description: Island, Walk- In Pantry
Windows: Window Coverings
Parking: Circular Driveway, Detached, Attached Carport
Garage Spaces: 5
Flooring: Concrete, Tile
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Heating: Central Electric
Cooling: Central Electric
Fireplace: Y
Storm Protection: Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows, Other, Shutters - Manual
Laundry: Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Other
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: None
Maintenance: Other
Rear Exposure: E
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Lot Desc.: Dead End, Irregular Lot, Oversize
Amenities: Horses O K
Listing Courtesy Of: Dalton Wade Inc
cwrwyo@gmail.com
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.
Property Details
Price: $999,999
Sq Ft: 3,512
($285 per
sqft)
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
City: Alva
County: Lee
Type: Single Family
Development: Not Applicable
Acres: 3.2000
Virtual Tour/Floorplan: View
Year Built: 1956
Listing Number: 2026018191
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $2,431.35
Application Fee: $0.00
Garage:
5
Furnishings: Negotiable
Pets Allowed: Yes
Total Recurring Fee Frequency: 0.00
Interior Features:
Built- In Cabinets
Fireplace
Foyer
Laundry Tub
Pantry
Volume Ceiling
Walk- In Closet(s)
Window Coverings
Amenities:
Horses O K
Financial Information:
Taxes: $2,431.35
Exterior Features:
Boat Canopy/ Cover
Boat Dock Private
Boat Lift
Dock Included
Elec Avail at dock
Screened Porch
Screened Lanai/ Porch
Equipment:
Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator/ Freezer
Refrigerator/ Icemaker
Reverse Osmosis
Washer
Water Treatment Owned
View:
Y
Waterfront Description:
Creek
Navigable
Additional Information:
Building Description: Ranch, Contemporary, Single Family
Community Type: Boating, No Subdivision, Non- Gated
MLS Area: Not Applicable
Total Square Footage: 3,512
Total Rooms: 8
Total Floors: 1
Water: Softener, Well
Construction: Concrete Block, Metal Frame, Stucco
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-04-20 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Concrete, Equipment Stays, Electric Heat, Lap, Screen Enclosure
Furnished: Negotiable
Kitchen Description: Island, Walk- In Pantry
Windows: Window Coverings
Parking: Circular Driveway, Detached, Attached Carport
Garage Spaces: 5
Flooring: Concrete, Tile
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Heating: Central Electric
Cooling: Central Electric
Fireplace: Y
Storm Protection: Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows, Other, Shutters - Manual
Laundry: Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Other
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: None
Maintenance: Other
Rear Exposure: E
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Lot Desc.: Dead End, Irregular Lot, Oversize
Amenities: Horses O K
Map of 18220 Elmwood Dr, Alva, FL 33920
Listing Courtesy Of: Dalton Wade Inc
cwrwyo@gmail.com