Welcome to Flip-Flop Farm, your private retreat nestled on 10 lush acres with a beautiful year-round creek. You’ll be captivated by a long, scenic driveway leading to a host of Grand Oak trees. But you’ll fall in love with the Old South wrap-around porch that invites you to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath Florida farmhouse is full of character, yet it’s been updated with modern comforts. Inside, the open floor plan offers a spacious family room with stunning wood-beam ceilings, an inviting dining area, and a farmhouse-style kitchen equipped with modern conveniences. The large primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, while the second and third bedrooms are generously sized for family or guests. Enjoy the protection of the seven-years-young metal roof and the peace of mind of a newer HVAC system. Even better, you’ll love the energy savings thanks to the nearby pole barn equipped with fully owned solar panels that power the entire home and sell excess power back to the utility company. Often, watch your electric meter run backward! This lovely 10-acre property offers an abundance of fun opportunities for the whole family, with year-round Gamble Creek providing a glimpse of old Florida from the distant past. The A-1 zoning allows for horses, cows, goats and as many turtles as you can find in the creek. The owners have enjoyed seeing eagles, red-tailed hawks, barn owls, and even a doe and her fawns that visit just about every spring. With less traffic than the nearby highway, Jim Davis Road offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility. This property is ideal for those seeking country living with sustainable touches and timeless farmhouse style, all while being a few miles from modern grocery stores, shops and many restaurant choices. Boating enthusiasts will love that they can park large boats on the property and then find great fishing and adventures only 5.4 miles away at the Fort Hamer boat ramp. Come and see Flip-Flop Farm to discover old Florida living is still alive and well — with all the modern conveniences you’ve come to enjoy.
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
1,880
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
493700009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
A
General Agriculture District
The A District is intended to preserve agricultural lands, promote general agricultural economic activity, and allow for the co-existence of other uses generally consistent with agricultural activities. In addition, it is intended that agricultural areas be protected from the encroachment of incompatible uses and that development be guided within the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Office
Post office
Recreation
Veterinary clinic
Feb 3, 2026 • Final
Residential
Construct a new addition to the building.
Addition
Mar 17, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Replace a straight cool package system with a new heat pump package system. The new system will be the same size and installed in the same location and elevation.
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.