$990,000

18220 Elmwood, Alva, FL 33920

  • 5 beds |
  • 3 baths
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1956
  • Property Lot Size Icon3.2acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 5 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $——/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 2 months ago

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. see additional remarks 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 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.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
April 17, 2026
Data Last Updated:
June 24, 2026 at 9:47PM
Listing Office:
Dalton Wade Inc : 888-668-8283
Listing Agent:
Melissa McAmis : 307-360-7771
MLS ID:
A12004491
  • General: Breakfast BarBedroom on Main LevelBreakfast AreaDual SinksEntrance FoyerKitchen IslandKitchen/Dining ComboLiving/Dining RoomMain Level PrimarySeparate ShowerWalk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances: DryerDishwasherElectric RangeElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorWater SoftenerWasher
  • Laundry: Washer HookupDryer Hookup
  • Flooring: CarpetConcreteCeramic TileTile
  • A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: CentralElectric
  • Fireplace: Fireplace
  • General: Outdoor Living AreaPorchBarn(s)Outbuilding
  • Style: Ranch
  • Other Structures: Barn(s)OutbuildingPorchScreenedPatio
  • Pool: ConcreteGuniteIn GroundPool EquipmentScreen Enclosure
  • Parking: Attached CarportCircular DrivewayCarportDetachedGaragePaver Block
  • Roofing: Shingle
  • General: Block1
  • Road/Access: Private RoadWaterfront
  • HOA Amenities: None
  • Originating MLS: BEACH_MIAMI
  • County: Lee
  • Zoning: AG2N250 ft govt lot 2 center W telegraph creek15432600000110010
  • View: CanalPoolWaterView
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Source: BEACH_MIAMI

This listing courtesy of Melissa McAmis , Dalton Wade Inc

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