RIVERFRONT SANCTUARY on 7+ Acres in Arcadia! Tucked away at the end of a long, winding driveway, this beautifully renovated riverfront home offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and modern comfort. Set on over 7 acres, this peaceful retreat invites you to slow down and truly enjoy the Olde Florida lifestyle. Inside, the open, airy and bright floor plan flows effortlessly from the kitchen to the dining and living areas, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Thoughtful upgrades shine throughout, including granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and warm wood-look tile flooring that ties each space together with timeless style. Step outside and experience the magic of this property. Enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets from the back porch while listening to the sounds of nature. A gentle creek winds through the land, complete with a charming footbridge. Past that you have approximately 300 feet of direct Peace River frontage! Spend your days kayaking, canoeing, fishing, fossil hunting, or simply enjoying the water’s edge. The property also offers excellent functionality with a 30x20 metal garage, perfect for storage, a workshop, or hobbies along with a 20x20 carport on a concrete slab for covered parking. Wildlife lovers will appreciate frequent sightings of deer and native birds, adding to the serenity and charm of this unique setting. Whether you’re exploring the acreage, casting a line in the river, or unwinding on the porch, this one-of-a-kind property feels like a true escape! Where nature takes center stage and life moves at a slower pace.
Property Description: Elevated, Stilt Home
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
7.04 acresLot Size
$382Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Gaby Bonville• THE WILLIAMSON GROUP REALTY, I
Contact: 863-494-9009
Bought with Gaby Bonville• THE WILLIAMSON GROUP REALTY, I
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
Parking Information
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Inside
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Other Structures: Other, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
Has Additional Parcels
Zoning: A-10
Land Information
Vegetation: Oak Trees, Wooded
Total Acreage: 5 to less than 10
Lot Information
Number Of Lots: 2
Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County
Lot Size Acres: 7.04
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 28490
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 265.24
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,377.34
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Additional Water Information: Creek: Hampton Branch
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 70 turn on to County Road 661 (1st Bunker) to right on Girl Scout Road (about 5 miles) take Girl Scout all the way down, the paved road will end and turn into a shell road. To home on right. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,552
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: 1981
County: DeSoto County
APN: 01-37-24-0195-0000-0450
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 863-494-9009
Previous Status: Temporarily Off-Market
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 284
BOM Date: 2026-02-27T00:00:00.000
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-04-10
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 392.40
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: North
Home Information
Living Area: 1552
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 144.19
Building Area Total: 2855
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Stilt/On Piling
Stories Total: 1
Levels: One
Security Features: Security Gate
Around this home
Schools
West Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.8mi
5/10
Desoto Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
4/10
Desoto County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$563,000 – $682,000
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