* * Seller Financing available. Call listing agent for details. Tucked away down a quiet dirt country road this beautifully restored 1945 Old Florida Cottage sits on a 2.08 acre high-and-dry private homestead and offers a rare blend of historic charm, privacy, and creative possibility. Previously known as Camp Wild Dog, the property has served as a butterfly habitat, garden sanctuary, and most recently a boutique Airbnb retreat for couples and families seeking a peaceful escape from the pace of everyday life. Surrounded by mature trees, beautiful views, and thoughtful outdoor spaces, this property is perfect for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and build a productive homestead, food forest, hobby farm, outdoor school, or those who simply want to soak in the front porch views and sounds of the country with a glass of wine or a cup of coffee. The historic cracker cottage has been fully updated while preserving its original character. Inside you'll find a well-designed layout with a defined kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and living area. Modern updates include updated electrical, insulation, zone AC, along with a full kitchen featuring an oven, refrigerator, freezer, and microwave as well as plenty of storage space. Outside, there’s a designated gardening area with a gravity fed irrigation system as well as a potting shed, utility shed, a big outdoor fireplace area with seating and shade, and a large concrete sun deck making it well suited for gardening, hobby farming, or any other type of creative work. Since it’s over 2 acres, the zoning allows for up to four farm animals including horses, cows, sheep, goats, and pigs. A 35-amp RV hookup and water access provides additional flexibility for guests, campers, or future expansion. With no flood zone concerns and plenty of usable land, the property offers room for a wide range of possibilities. Expand the existing home, build a second residence on the already poured slab while keeping the cottage as a guest house, continue operating a boutique retreat, or simply enjoy the peaceful lifestyle of a private country homestead. Despite its tranquil setting, the property is only about eight minutes from downtown Dade City, where you'll find antique shops, bakeries, award winning barbecue, restaurants, and year-round festivals. Whether you're a gardener, artist, writer, animal lover, or someone simply looking for a quiet place to breathe, this unique Old Florida retreat offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the countryside while still staying connected to town and the rest of beautiful sunny Florida!
~CAMP WILD DOG~ Centrally located, Rural location, 8 minutes from town. Bring the horses, chickens and dogs and escape the rat race. This lovely homestead on 1.08 acre is perfect for your veggie patch or flower farm. Enjoy the secret garden, shaded with mature trees. The property has a potting shed and a kitchen garden. Pole barn with three stalls for the horses, and a 35 amp on a power pole to hook up camper for cleaning. Enjoy your glass of wine on the front porch or the morning sunrise with a cup of coffee. This property has mature landscaping and adorable original cracker house, 1945 all updated. The old homestead has been restored to better than before. Need more house? Add on or build a second house and keep her as a guest house. Give your neighbors a country wave as you pass them by on your slice of Old Florida charm. ADDITIONAL ADJACENT ACRE AVAILABLE
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #T3167186
Oct 1, 2019
Sold
$45,000
$82/sq ft
Aug 31, 2019
Pending
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Jul 11, 2019
Price Changed
$55,000
$100/sq ft
Apr 3, 2019
Listed
$75,000
$136/sq ft
Two Acres high and dry. Home had extensive fire several years ago and given no value. Well and power at property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,821 (−0.4%)
$36,824 + $59,002
$95,826
2024
$1,827 (+2.7%)
$36,824 + $59,093
$95,917
2023
$1,780 (+13.7%)
$36,824 + $57,096
$93,920
2022
$1,565 (+74.0%)
$36,824 + $50,920
$87,744
2021
$899 (+53.7%)
2020
$585 (+0.4%)
$25,758
2019
$582 (+0.9%)
$25,758
2018
$577 (−27.1%)
$25,758
2017
$791 (+7.7%)
2016
$735 (+2.5%)
2014
$717 (+0.6%)
2013
$713 (+3.8%)
2012
$687
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.08 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
576
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
576
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pasco County
APN
12-25-21-0010-12400-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
AR
Agricultural-Residential District
The purpose of the A-R Agricultural-Residential District is to allow the development of relatively large tracts of land to accommodate those individuals who desire a rural or estate-type living environment; to curtail urban development in areas which lack facilities, until such time as those facilities are available; and to promote conservation of rural environments through limiting the intensity of development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
8% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dade City, FL • 33525
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 39425 Wilds Rd
$320,237
$12K under list price of $332K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $272K to $320K.