Spacious Ranch Retreat with Workshop on 2.9 Acres – Minutes from OWA & Gulf BeachesDiscover a blend of comfort, functionality, and location in this all-brick ranch home nestled in the serene Ponderosa Estates of Elberta, Alabama. Situated on a generous 2.9-acre lot, this property offers both privacy and proximity to local attractions like OWA Parks & Resort and the pristine white sands of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. This home features an expansive 2,240 sq ft fully insulated workshop, complete with water plumbing, a climate-controlled mini-split system, and a 12.5-foot roll-up door—ideal for RV storage, vehicle projects, or a spacious hobby area. Inside, the home boasts custom built-ins, including double desks, dining room cabinetry, and additional storage in bedrooms and hallways. Enjoy a vaulted family room, a cozy breakfast nook adjacent to the kitchen, and a sunlit Florida room accessible via French doors from both the living area and the primary suite. Recent enhancements include refinished kitchen cabinets with new countertops, new deep stainless skin and dishwasher, new LVP click and lock flooring throughout, fresh trim, new skylights in the Florida room, and modern ceiling fans. Additional amenities include an oversized 2.5-car garage, an expansive driveway with ample parking, a fenced backyard, a serviced well and septic system, a full-home Generac generator, and an extra shed for tools and equipment. Experience the tranquility of country living without sacrificing convenience. This property offers a unique opportunity to own a versatile and well-maintained home close to Alabama's coastal attractions. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
2.93 acresLot Size
$246Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Catherine Cook• SimpliHOM Alabama -Huntsville LLC
Bought with Bryan H Rhoden• Dodson Real Estate Group, LLC
If you love wide open spaces and need a place to store your RV or work on cars then this is the home for you! Complete with a HUGE driveway and a 1,200 sq.ft. workshop in the back, there is plenty of room for all your outdoor hobbies. Situated on 3 beautiful acres of land, this home is not only roomy on the outside, but on the inside as well, featuring a formal living room and dining room, as well as a breakfast nook, family room and screened-in sun room. The home is also equipped with a whole house propane generator, so you will always be prepared!
BCAR #214261
Sep 10, 2014
Sold
$183,000
$91/sq ft
Jun 27, 2014
Listed
$189,000
$94/sq ft
+26
Cute Country ranch home in Ponderosa Estates sits on 3 acres. 1,200 sf workshop w/ office and 12 1/2 ft roll-up door perfect for working on cars or storing an RV! The home has formal living and dining areas as well as a spacious family room. Breakfast nook open to kitchen. Sun/Florida room is accessed from the Family room through double doors. Over-sized 2-car garage and HUGE driveway for parking!
Public Records
Aug 12, 2004
Sold
$164,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$555 (+20.0%)
2017
$462 (−10.7%)
2016
$518
Tax history for 26850 Timber Lane Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2018
$555 (+20.0%)
2017
$462 (−10.7%)
2016
$518
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
2,013
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baldwin County
APN
62-02-04-0-001-001.035
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
RSF-E
Residential Single Family Estate District
This zoning district is provided to afford the opportunity for the choice of a very low density residential environment consisting of single family homes on estate size lots.