415 ACRE ECO RESORT AND VENUE IN MILTON, FL

Hospitality for Sale
Also listed as Business Opportunity, Special Purpose
Catylist Listing ID: 30860060
Property Subtypes: Recreation Cabins, Resort, Vacation Rental(s), Other
Number of Units: 19 Units
Building Size (RSF): 8,425 SF
Gross Building Area: See Agent
Gross Land Area: 414.69 Acres
Sale Price: $6,200,000
Unit Price: $326,315.79 Per Unit
Property Use Type: Business
Building Name: Coldwater Gardens
Name of Establishment: Coldwater Gardens
Sale Terms: Cash to Seller, Other
Cap Rate: Undisclosed
Last Updated: 7/26/2024

Overview / Comments

Milton, FL - Captivating 415+/- acre waterfront property with over 8,900 feet on Big Coldwater Creek. Ready for your hunting/fishing lodge, corporate or personal retreats, events and weddings, Skeet or Sport Clay shooting, and all sorts of other outdoor activities. Located in the heart of Santa Rosa County, this property perfectly blends natural beauty with modern amenities.

There are 12 heated and cooled cabins that and a gathering place of 4236 sqft for social gatherings. There are also 3 RV sites, 4 Sheds, and glamping sites, tree house lodging,

Key Highlights include
- Wildlife: Nestled within a federally recognized biodiverse hotspot, there's ample opportunity for white-tail deer and a variety of waterfowl and birds, quail. Sit by one of the 4 Creekside sandbars and nearly 2 miles of creek frontage offer the chance to fish bream, smallmouth bass, and channel catfish.

- Camping Area: Approximately 40 acres of uplands and 375 acres of pines offer a diverse terrain for a variety of camping or hunting settings.
- Extensive Trails: Enjoy 7 miles of mixed-use trails and miles of scenic creek frontage for tubing, kayaking, canoeing, or paddle boarding.

- P2 & AG-RR Zoning makes various uses possible.

- Event Venues: Multiple stunning gardens provide a picturesque natural backdrop for weddings, corporate meeting, church events and other events, while the 2,320 sq. ft. community center comfortably hosts up to 130 guests.

Existing Lodgings were built with rustic luxury in mind and come fully furnished. The central bathhouse ensures a comfortable stay for up to 70 guests, accommodating all camping styles seamlessly. Currently, there are:
- 5 Cottage Cabins
- 2 Newly built Canopy Cottages
- 1 Bridal Suite
- 1 Treehouse designed by renowned architect Andreas Wenning
- 1 Cabana
- 1 Tiny Home
- 6 Glamping tents
- 2 Creekside camping platforms
- 1 Stargazing Platform

Recent Updates (2022-2023):
- Built 2 of 3 new canopy cottages.
- Resurfaced roads and poured 4 slabs. Septic and rough-in plumbing on 3 of the slabs for additional cabanas; framing started on the 4th slab for a check-in/office/store.
- Acquired an additional 57.16 acres, enhancing creek frontage.
- Remodeled the tiny house and cabana. Cabana got a new a/c unit in bedroom & bathroom.
- Installed new roof on the tiny house and new windows and stairs on the treehouse.
- Added the Bridal Suite next to the outdoor gardens & ceremony space, community bonfire area, and hammock lounge.

Other Unique Features:
- Organic Gardens: Explore aquaponics in the greenhouse, pollinator gardens, vegetable greenhouse, and chicken coops.

- Restoration Efforts: Ongoing ecological restoration, including planting 40,000 Longleaf pines. Annual restoration expenses range from $15K-$20K.

- Potential Grants: Eligible for a 5-year, transferable grant of $85/acre for land restoration.

From its rich natural features to its modern amenities, this is a rare opportunity to create something truly special. Unlock the full potential of this diverse property! Contact us today to make this exceptional land your next venture.

Additional Details

Nearest MSA: Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent
County: Santa Rosa
Taxing Authority: Santa Rosa County, FL
Tax ID/APN: 35-4N-28-0000-00100-0000, 26-4N-28-0000-00101-0000 & 26-4N-28-0000-00102-0000
Zoning: P2 / AG-RR
Retail Clientele: General, Family, Business, Tourist, Recreation, Other
Property Located Between: Berrydale & Allentown
Property Visibility: Good
Largest Nearby Street: Lewis St/Hwy 87
Traffic/Vehicle Count: 3,000
Highway Access: Hwy 87, Hwy 4, I-10
Airports: Pensacola International - 34 mi; Milton Airport - 19 mi. Several other small/private use airports in a 20 mile radius.
Site Description: 414.69 acres. over 9,000 ft (1.7 mi) of creek frontage on Big Coldwater Creek. 3 designated Sandbar areas along the creek. See Additional Property Info in documents for more detailed information about the landscape of the property.
Area Description: Beach city/Military town - Western tip of Florida Panhandle on Pensacola Bay along the Gulf Coast. October, April and November are the most pleasant months in Allentown, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Rural Agriculture land surrounding this parcel..Great place to live and raise a family. As the north end of Santa Rosa County continues to grow, the Jay community looks for ways to vamp industry, residential development and community pride. Recognizing the growth happening in Santa Rosa County, community leaders have embarked on building a multi-million dollar sports complex at Bray- Hendricks Park. The proposed improvements include playground equipment replacement and other improvements for various recreational sports and will also include an outdoor fitness court. Progress was made when the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved $1 Million of funding toward the $3 Million project. They were also awarded a $1,500 grant from the Florida League of Mayors to upgrade their Marketplace. Santa Rosa County's population boomed during the past decade, growing more than 24%, according to the 2020 Census numbers released in August 2020. The county expanded by 36,628 residents during the past 10 years to bring its total population to an even 188,000 people and added more residents than any other county in the Florida Panhandle.
Nearby Attractions: 7 Miles: Zip Adventures- Zip lines, programs, and activities with 250 canoes, 100 kayaks, 500 tubes, and 10 stand-up paddle boards for customer use. Adventures Unlimited also has nearly 100 acres on its Wilderness Resort location campgrounds for groups and individuals, a catering facility, group retreat cabins (which holds up to 70 people), private cabins, a playground, a nature trail, sports fields and a volleyball court. 15 Miles: Carpenter's Park- Riverside public park with a boat ramp 17 Miles: Bagdad Mill Site Park- Historic riverside park with kayak launch. And Sweetwater Suspension Bridge- Tourist Attraction. 20 Miles: Blackwater River State Park- Canoeing, camping and more. 40 Miles: Gulf Breeze Zoo, and various attractions of Gulf Breeze and Navar Beach. 68 Miles from various attractions and beaches in Pensacola, FL.
Total Number of Buildings: 15
Number of Stories: 1
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2022
Construction/Siding: Other
Water Recreation: Other
Exterior Description: See Additional Property Info in documents for more detailed information
Parking Type: Surface
Parking Description: Parking around the event venue, garden, south sandbar, and bathhouse. Gravel parking lot.
Heat Type: Other
Heat Source: Other
Air Conditioning: Other
Interior Description: See Additional Property Info in documents for more detailed information
Zoning Description: Active Park / Rural Residential Agriculture. See Documents.
Lot Frontage: IRR
Lot Depth: IRR
Water Service: Other
Sewer Type: Septic
Easements: Ingress/Egress
Land Ownership: Fee Simple
Legal Description: (3) Parcels # 35-4N-28-0000-00100-0000, 26-4N-28-0000-00101-0000 & 26-4N-28-0000-00102-0000

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Patty Helton-Davis

PHD Realty, LLC. Gulf Coast CMLS Member
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