This magnificent estate features 40 fenced acres creating a sanctuary for wildlife, including the likes of black-bellied whistling ducks, wood storks, and sandhill cranes. The picturesque setting provides the perfect backdrop for the 5,752 sq/ft old florida style home built in 2006 , a 1,620 sq/ft guest/caretaker house built in 2015 and an insulated wind rated metal building. The homes are built to the highest standards with impact windows and are protected by a 45kw generator. Impeccable detailing and architectural elements are found throughout the house including a stunning hand carved wall unit and fireplace mantel, wood beam ceilings with tongue and groove, stunning faux wall treatments, bamboo ceilings, wrap around screened porches and a resort style pool with a magnificent water fall. The home features a gourmet kitchen with granite counters, high end appliances including a gas cooktop and electric oven, large walk-in pantry and seating for the whole family at the breakfast bar. This idyllic private estate is bordered by preserve and Babcock Ranch on the North and West side insuring that your wildlife sanctuary remains the special place that it is today.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
40.17 acresLot Size
$556Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Michael McMurray• Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Listed by Chad Reedy• Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Joseph Ziccardi• McCallion and McCallion
Nothing short of fantastic. West Indies style spacious, spacious, spacious ranch. Only 6 years since new. Resort Style Pool environment. Exceptionally clean - professionally completely decorated. Approximately 6.7 acres of land is included at this price. Seller has approximately $4,000,000 into the home and land. The seller will sell the remaining (approximately 33 acres)for $600,000 Seller will carry the financing on the land only. (11 years 5% interest) Opportunistic land investors dream home. Buy this one, enjoy and wait. You will not be disappointed. The price of the extra land is for the purchaser of this home only. Land will not be sold separately from the home. Preserve on north and West side of the 40 acres. Please see virtual tour. You will be hooked at this price. Most furnishings are negotiable and can be purchased.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,303 (−0.2%)
2024
$33,369
Tax history for 16631 N River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,303 (−0.2%)
2024
$33,369
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
6
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
39.98 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
5,728
Year built
2006
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Lee County
APN
14432600000060000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
AG-2
Agricultural District
The purpose of the agricultural districts is: To provide areas for the establishment or continuation of agricultural operations, with residential uses being permitted as ancillary to agricultural uses; and To accommodate those individuals who understand and desire to live in an agricultural environment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Office
Research & development
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Dec 9, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the existing air conditioning unit.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking
Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Handicap, Paved, RV Access/Parking, Two Spaces, See Remarks, Garage Door Opener
Window Features: Sliding, See Remarks, Transum Window(s), Impact Glass, Shutters
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Access
Negotiable
Flooring: Marble, Wood
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Bathtub, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Master, See Remarks, Separate Shower, Bar, Home Office, Loft, Split Bedrooms, Smart Home, Workshop
Multi Unit Information
# Of Units In Community: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Frame, See Remarks
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Fruit Trees, Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Storage, Water Feature, Gas Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Deck, Open, Patio, Porch, Screened