PRIVATE NATURE HIDEAWAY! FLANKED BY CONSERVATION LAND! Escape to the tranquility of nature in this one-of-a-kind custom three-level stilt home nestled on five wooded acres. This extraordinary retreat is surrounded by more than seventy acres of protected conservation land—ensuring lasting peace and privacy. The home features heavy wood-frame construction on solid concrete pillars, a galvalume metal roof, and solar panels for remarkably low electric bills. The lower level offers versatile space for parking, hobbies, or storage, complete with a workshop and rustic bath with private outdoor shower. The main level features an open-concept living area with cozy fireplace and chef’s kitchen. The spacious upper level includes a large family or game room, laundry area, and private master suite.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
3 spacesParking
Listed by Sherri Denning• Southern Heritage Real Estate
Est. $2,116 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1270 Tom Coker Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MARMLS #A11896210
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$645,000
Feb 24, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2026
Price Changed
$685,000
Oct 14, 2025
Listed
$695,000
FORTMLS #2025014086
Mar 30, 2026
Sold
$645,000
Feb 23, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 17, 2026
Price Changed
$685,000
Oct 7, 2025
Listed
$695,000
+41
PRIVATE NATURE HIDEAWAY! FLANKED BY CONSERVATION LAND! Escape to the tranquility of nature in this unique custom three-level stilt home, nestled on five wooded acres. Originally built by a renowned bird illustrator and later willed to the Nature Conservancy, this extraordinary property is now privately owned and bordered by more than seventy acres of conservation land, ensuring your natural sanctuary remains forever preserved. The home’s architectural character shines through its heavy wood-frame construction set on solid concrete pillars, topped with a galvalume metal roof and solar panels for exceptionally low electric bills. The property offers unique outdoor living with a detached wood deck and bar for entertaining, a separate guest house, firepit, and meandering nature trails surrounded by native trees and wildlife. The lower level of the home provides flexible space for parking, hobbies, or storage, complete with a workshop, and a rustic bath with private outdoor shower. The main level offers an expansive open concept living area featuring a cozy fireplace with 85” tv, chic chef’s kitchen, large bedroom, guest bath, and an additional room perfect for dining, office space, or third bedroom. This level is surrounded by a screened wraparound porch on all sides, blending indoors and outdoor living in a serene natural setting. The upper level features an oversized family or game room, large laundry, and private master suite. The open wraparound deck provides multiple seating areas, including space for the hot tub, and invites relaxation among the treetops. Designed for comfort, creativity, and connection with nature, this remarkable home offers the rare opportunity to live privately amid a truly natural Florida landscape. Property is located in the SW Florida rural Muse area of Glades County with a LaBelle address. This rural location is in the country but only 40 minutes from downtown Fort Myers, 1 hour from Naples, and 2 hours from the Miami area for easy and quick access to your own private Hideaway!
FORTMLS #223022117
Jun 19, 2023
Sold
$473,000
May 11, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2023
Relisted
—
Apr 28, 2023
Price Changed
$498,500
Apr 18, 2023
Pending
—
Mar 22, 2023
Listed
$525,000
+45
HOME BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO BUYER WALKING - NO INSPECTION WAS COMPLETED! This unique and beautifully updated home sits on a gated 5 ACRE LOT for maximum privacy in Muse, a rural community in LaBelle. This home boasts soaring high ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, expansive loft, easy maintenance vinyl wood plank flooring, and a wraparound balcony. The kitchen features wood accents, stainless steel wall oven and microwave, built-in refrigerator/freezer, farm sink, and ample storage. The primary bedroom features a hot tub on the balcony, modern en-suite bathroom with huge rainfall showerhead, and large walk-in closet. The house is equipped with solar panels on the metal roof, lowering electric bills to an average of $25 per month. Tucked away in the woods and away from the beaten path, this property is a private oasis.
Public Records
Jul 20, 2021
Sold
$250,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,304 (−15.6%)
$125,000 + $444,914
$569,914
2024
$11,028 (+48.2%)
$123,000 + $505,577
$628,577
2023
$7,440 (+3.1%)
2022
$7,215 (+327.8%)
$85,000 + $364,096
$449,096
2021
$1,686 (+1.7%)
2020
$1,657 (+3.4%)
2019
$1,602 (+1.7%)
2018
$1,575 (+2.5%)
2017
$1,537 (+0.8%)
2016
$1,525 (+3.0%)
2014
$1,481
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
1,780
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Glades County
APN
A154228A00002C0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
AR
Agricultural Residential District
This section applies to the AR agricultural residential district. This district is intended to provide for activities with agricultural orientation with a combination of residential uses. Normally, urban type services cannot be efficiently or economically supplied to lands within this district in the foreseeable future and such district is not to be considered urban. It is further intended that this district not be utilized for the purpose of avoiding or evading county subdivision regulations or that it be used as a residential single-family zoning district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Ranch
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Agriculture-Cropland
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Parking
Features: Covered, Driveway
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Room Information
Room Types: Family Room, Storage Room, Workshop
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry Tub
Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Vinyl
Other Features: Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Pantry, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Details: Resale
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fence, Outdoor Shower, Room For Pool
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
Pool and Spa Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Above Ground
Lot Information
Lot Features: Five To Ten Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning Description: Musa
Property Information
Direction Faces: East
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $9,304
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,780
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Glades County
APN: A154228A00002C0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
West Glades School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
7/10
Glades Virtual Instruction Program
Public K-12 • Assigned • 25.0mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
13% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Labelle, FL • 33935
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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