Defuniak Springs FL Real Estate & Homes For Sale

3533 acres +/- of timberland, plantation and farmland lying astride the Florida/Alabama state line North of DeFuniak Springs, FL and East of Florala, Al. This property features some of the finest natural Longleaf Pine habitat in private hands, 3 miles of beautiful Natural Bridge Creek, five stocked ponds, 33 miles of roads for outstanding access and management, fully furnished 3,200 sq ft house converted from 19th century train depot, former stables with furnished 960 sq ft loft & large generator for house, barn and well, fully equipped maintenance shop in metal building with tools & equipment, three pole barns (one with office and large walk-in cooler), four farmhouses, RV camp area with water, power and septic and all implements, farm equipment, tractors, heavy equipment, trailers/containers, ATVs & support vehicles needed for turnkey operation, list of equipment, etc available. This property incorporates the historic Natural Bridge Spring, 'sink' and 'rise' geologic formations over which Natural Bridge Road travels. This is an incredible opportunity for recreation, preservation or a business venture. Just the 22 acre parcel the spring is located on was appraised at $520,000 in 2008 when Walton County was attempting to obtain funding to purchase the property for a public park and is now under consideration by Florida Forever for acquisition. What really sets this property apart from other timberland is that most of it has been in the same family since during or shortly after the Second World War. As a result, the vast majority of the timberland has never suffered 'conventional forestry' practices where clear-cuts, shearing, raking, mass application of herbicides and planting of non-native or non-site appropriate species, etc. completely erase the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem. This is not the biological desert of endless tidy rows of planted Slash/Loblolly that industrial forestry has wrought, instead there is the rich diversity of species that is so difficult and time consuming to restore once it is lost. Since the 1980's management has focused on selective thinning and prescribed fire resulting in some of the best uneven aged, natural regeneration Longleaf Pine ecosystem to be found anywhere. In site appropriate areas such as wetter soils Slash Pine is predominant. There is only one small Loblolly Pine plantation, a later addition to the property by acquiring an adjoining property that had been enrolled in the CRP previously, and a few stands of planted Slash Pine. Several Longleaf plantations are present as farm fields, pastures and acquired adjacent parcels are being restored to their natural state. Timber cruise just completed, volume information available upon request. Acreage and mapping is approximate, using Google Earth Pro, and is to be verified by buyer at buyer's expense. One of sellers is a Florida Real Estate Broker. Because of the size of the property, number and type of buildings, machinery, vehicles and personal property included in the sale, this is an AS IS transaction with buyer responsible for verifying and inspecting all aspects and conditions of real and personal property relevant to them. Owners will consider dividing property into substantial parcels bounded by roads, state line or other practical definitions. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property.

1380 acres +/- of natural timberland, farmland and plantation north of DeFuniak Springs, FL and East of Florala, Al. This property features some of the finest natural Longleaf Pine habitat in private hands, miles of beautiful, white-sand-bottomed Natural Bridge Creek, miles of roads for outstanding access and management, farmhouse, barn and pond. What really sets this property apart from other timberland is that most of it has been in the same family since during or shortly after the Second World War. As a result, the vast majority of this timberland has never suffered 'conventional forestry' practices where clear-cuts, shearing, raking, mass application of herbicides and planting of non-native or non-site appropriate species, etc. completely erase the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem. This is not the biological desert of endless tidy rows of planted Slash/Loblolly that industrial forestry has wrought, instead there is the rich diversity of species that is so difficult and time consuming to restore once it is lost. Since the 1980's management has focused on selective thinning and prescribed fire resulting in some of the best uneven aged, natural regeneration Longleaf Pine ecosystem to be found anywhere. In site appropriate areas such as wetter soils natural Slash Pine is predominant with very little Slash plantation on this block and no Loblolly plantation at all. Timber cruise just completed, volume information available upon request. Game abounds as should be expected in natural timberland and the aesthetics are outstanding, if you want only the best then you have found it. Acreage and mapping is approximate, using Google Earth Pro, and is to be verified by buyer at buyer's expense. One of sellers is a Florida Real Estate Broker. Because of the size of the property, old farmhouse, etc. included in the sale, this is an AS IS transaction with buyer responsible for verifying and inspecting all aspects and conditions of real and personal property relevant to them. Owners will consider dividing property into substantial parcels bounded by roads, state line or other practical definitions. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property.

Magnolia Ranch is a Florida Licensed Hunting Preserve, one of only 180 licensed Hunting Preserves in the State of Florida. The ranch is stocked with Axis Deer, Blackhorn Antelope and Whitetail Deer bred from select 200 count Boone & Crockett bloodlines. As a state licensed hunting preserve, Magnolia Ranch is allowed to have an all weapons deer hunting season that runs from September 1st through March 20th. The owners of Magnolia Ranch have taken great time, effort, and planning to build one of Northwest Florida's premier private game preserves. Access to all parts of the ranch is made available by over 8 miles of clay roads suitable for travel by two wheel drive vehicles. The ranch has over 5 miles of high game fencing which includes 7 outside gates. The game fencing alone was constructed at a cost of well over $250,000.00. Ranch accommodations include a brand new 3000 square foot state of the art hunting lodge with open beamed cathedral ceilings, tile floors, a commercial kitchen, custom fireplace and sleeping quarters for up to 10 people. The original 1300 square foot camp house has been totally remodeled and is able to comfortably sleep 8 guests. The 5000 S.F. metal barn comes complete with guide sleeping quarters, an equipment storage facility, a game cleaning facility and a commercial grade walk in cooler. The 645 acres is made up of rolling hills, pasture, pines, mixed hardwoods and three stocked fish ponds full of bream & bass. 14 strategic food plots and 12 deluxe shooting houses have been developed and put into place for optimum hunting results. The native North Florida vegetation serves as perfect habitat for dove, turkey, duck and quail. Yet what may be the most important feature of this unique North Florida Hunting Preserve is its close proximity to Destin, Panama City, Seaside and the most beautiful beaches in the world. Shown by appointment. Listing agent must accompany PROPERTY TO BE SOLD "AS IS".

Magnolia Ranch is a 645 acre Florida Licensed Hunting Preserve, one of only 180 licensed Hunting Preserves in the State of Florida. The ranch is stocked with Axis Deer, Black Buck Antelope and Whitetail Deer bred from select 200 count Boone & Crockett bloodlines. As a state licensed hunting preserve, Magnolia Ranch is allowed to have an all weapons deer hunting season that runs from September 1st through March 20th. The owners of Magnolia Ranch have taken great time, effort, and planning to build one of Northwest Florida's premier private game preserves. Access to all parts of the ranch is made available by over 8 miles of clay roads suitable for travel by two wheel drive vehicles. The ranch has over 5 miles of high game fencing which includes 7 outside gates. The game fencing alone was constructed at a cost of well over $250,000.00. Ranch accommodations include a brand new 3000 square foot state of the art hunting lodge with open beamed cathedral ceilings, tile floors, a commercial kitchen, custom fireplace and sleeping quarters for up to 10 people. The original 1300 square foot camp house has been totally remodeled and is able to comfortably sleep 8 guests. The 5000 S.F. metal barn comes complete with guide sleeping quarters, an equipment storage facility, a game cleaning facility and a commercial grade walk in cooler. The 645 acres is made up of rolling hills, pasture, pines, mixed hardwoods and three stocked fish ponds full of bream & bass. 14 strategic food plots and 12 deluxe shooting houses have been developed and put into place for optimum hunting results. The native North Florida vegetation serves as perfect habitat for dove, turkey, duck and quail. Yet what may be the most important feature of this unique North Florida Hunting Preserve is its close proximity to Destin, Panama City, Seaside and the most beautiful beaches in the world. Shown by appointment. Listing agent must accompany

Beautiful 731 acre (approx.) tract located just south of Hwy 280 E. Rolling hills, creek, timber. It is all here! Great hunting property or location for your cabin. Owner may sell 20 acre and 40 acre tracts as well.

1038 acres +/- of natural timberland and plantation lying astride the Florida/Alabama state line North of DeFuniak Springs, FL and East of Florala, Al. This property features some of the finest natural Longleaf Pine habitat in private hands, miles of roads for outstanding access and management, farmhouse and RV camp area with water, power & septic. What really sets this property apart from other timberland is that most of it has been in the same family since during or shortly after the Second World War. As a result, the vast majority of this timberland has never suffered 'conventional forestry' practices where clear-cuts, shearing, raking, mass application of herbicides and planting of non-native or non-site appropriate species, etc. completely erase the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem. This is not the biological desert of endless tidy rows of planted Slash/Loblolly that industrial forestry has wrought, instead there is the rich diversity of species that is so difficult and time consuming to restore once it is lost. Since the 1980's management has focused on selective thinning and prescribed fire resulting in some of the best uneven aged, natural regeneration Longleaf Pine ecosystem to be found anywhere. In site appropriate areas such as wetter soils Slash Pine is predominant. There is only one small Loblolly Pine plantation, a later addition to the property by acquiring an adjoining property that had been enrolled in the CRP previously, and a few stands of planted Slash Pine. One Longleaf plantation is present as an acquired adjacent parcel is being restored to its natural state. Timber cruise just completed, volume information available upon request. Game abounds as should be expected in natural timberland and the aesthetics are outstanding, if you want only the best then you have found it. Acreage and mapping is approximate, using Google Earth Pro, and is to be verified by buyer at buyer's expense. One of sellers is a Florida Real Estate Broker. Because of the size of the property, old farmhouse, etc. included in the sale, this is an AS IS transaction with buyer responsible for verifying and inspecting all aspects and conditions of real and personal property relevant to them. Owners will consider dividing property into substantial parcels bounded by roads, state line or other practical definitions. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property.

Tradition, charm, grace... elements embraced at Twin Falls Plantation, in the heart of Northwest Florida. If you've ever dreamt of a luxurious private estate amid an Old South setting, Twin Falls Plantation is your dream transformed into reality. The Antebellum style home, exudes Southern Charm with a modern flare is located in Walton County, only 25 minutes north of the sugar-white sand beaches. Twin Falls Plantation encompasses more than 650 secluded acres of manicured uplands, wooded bayous and spring-fed lakes. Twin Falls Plantation is named for two waterfalls found along Bruce Creek, which meanders through the property, a tributary of the Choctawhatchee River. The plantation home, built in 2004, includes 21 Tuscan columns with 14 ft. ceilings, 8 ft. doors and features two wings. The exterior walls are poly-steel framing, which is energy efficient insulating concrete forms, covered with brick. This, coupled with steel I-beams that tie the foundation to the roof, makes the home a fortress against storms. If the electricity ever goes out, your Generac standby generator goes on automatically, to power the entire home, storm-resistant, double-insulated windows add to the stability and energy efficiency. The mansion also features elaborate crown molding and trim throughout as well as custom Travertine tile, marble and durable Mirbeau hardwood floors. One wing houses the main kitchen, designed for a master chef, as well as a family room, laundry room, a gym and garage. The bedrooms can be reached by private elevator or by traversing the exquisitely beautiful curved staircase. Each bedroom contains its own private bath. A series of double doors leads to colonnaded galleries at the rear of the first and second floors, which overlook the two lakes and guest cabin. The second wing contains a heated lap pool, summer kitchen and full bath. Natural gas serves all three fireplaces, the grill and stove in the main house, as well as the summer kitchen by the pool and the heated pool itself. Twin Falls Plantation is gracious southern living, a breathtaking display of style and charm. The guest cabin is a sportsman's paradise. Though it has a rustic facade, you'll want for nothing inside. It comes complete with all the comforts of home. It contains over 5,000 sq, ft. of tongue and groove poplar wood, all taken right from the property and milled locally. With four captain's beds in the loft, two sets of bunk-beds and a California king in the master bedroom, the cabin comfortably sleeps 11. The cabin overlooks a boathouse poised on the shore of one of two stream-fed lakes that are stocked with bass, bream, shell cracker and blue gill. Trex decking leads to an outdoor grill pavilion, perfect for fish fries or barbecues. Twin Falls Plantation was the recipient of the Florida Forest Stewardship Award in 1995 for enhancement of wildlife and the environment. Whether you are a nature-lover or an avid sportsman, Twin Falls Plantation is home to wildlife and flora in its natural setting, featuring wild turkeys, ducks, quail, doves and white tail deer. Its current dove hunting field could be converted into a private airstrip if it meets local, state and federal qualifications. Airstrip study has not been done. Formerly a working plantation, growing cotton, soybeans and peanuts, Twin Falls Plantation is now an active pine plantation and has a variety of pine species in various stages of growth. Over 300 Oak trees have been strategically planted throughout the property. The Antebellum home is 4996 sq ft with 3 bedrooms. The guest lake home is 1740 sq ft with 3 bedrooms. Buyer to verify all information with property.

990 acres +/- of timberland, plantation and pasture lying astride the Florida/Alabama state line north of DeFuniak Springs, FL and east of Florala, Al. This property features some of the finest natural Longleaf Pine habitat in private hands, five stocked ponds, miles of roads for outstanding access and management, 3,500 feet of frontage on Natural Bridge Creek along the Eastern boundary, fully furnished 3,258 sq ft house converted from 19th century train depot, former stables with furnished 960 sq ft loft & large generator for house, barn and well, fully equipped maintenance shop in metal building with tools & equipment, two pole barns (one with office and large walk-in cooler), two farmhouses, RV camp area with water, power and septic plus all implements, farm equipment, tractors, heavy equipment, trailers/containers, ATVs & support vehicles needed for turnkey operation, list of equipment, etc available. What really sets this property apart from other timberland is that most of it has been in the same family since during or shortly after the Second World War. As a result, the vast majority of the timberland has never suffered 'conventional forestry' practices where clear-cuts, shearing, raking, mass application of herbicides and planting of non-native or non-site appropriate species, etc. completely erase the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem. This is not the biological desert of endless tidy rows of planted Slash/Loblolly that industrial forestry has wrought, instead there is the rich diversity of species that is so difficult and time consuming to restore once it is lost. Since the 1980's management has focused on selective thinning and prescribed fire resulting in some of the best uneven aged, natural regeneration Longleaf Pine ecosystem to be found anywhere. In site appropriate areas such as wetter soils Slash Pine is predominant. There is only one small (approximately 8 acres) Loblolly Pine plantation, a later addition to the property by acquiring an adjoining property that had been enrolled in the CRP previously, and a Slash Pine plantation of approximately 46 acres. Several Longleaf Pine plantations are present as farm fields, pastures and acquired adjacent parcels are being restored to their natural state. Timber cruise just completed, volume information available upon request. This listing is a portion of MLS# 574218. Acreage and mapping is approximate, using Google Earth Pro, and is to be verified by buyer at buyer's expense. One of sellers is a Florida Real Estate Broker. Because of the size of the property, number and type of buildings, standing timber, machinery, vehicles and personal property included in the sale, this is an AS IS transaction with buyer responsible for verifying and inspecting all aspects and conditions of real and personal property. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property.

A Developer's Delight-Start Building NOW! ONLY minutes from Eglin Air Force Base,Duke Field, Crestview and the New Cantonment Army Special Forces Site. 157.75 Acres, 87 Home Sites providing one or more acres each, HOA in place and recorded, Development order granted, Wildwood Lakes Phase III has Paved roads in, Plat recorded. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD "AS IS".

Class "A" Horse Farm. Only 10 miles North of Defuniak Springs. This is one of the most gorgeous farms in our part of the country. Two homes on 367 acres. Main home is 3324 sq ft and 2nd home 1465 sq ft 3/2. The Stable barn is 13.000 sq ft, it contains a kitchen, A.C. common area, 3 bathrooms, hot water bathing station, bunk room, office,Vet room, supply and tack rooms. 20 Horse stalls with iron gate's and concrete walls, rubber matt flooring. 10 roll up doors. Hay Barn 6000 sq ft and can hold 400-500 round bales. Machine and Equipment shed 4800 sq ft. Covered arena & holding stalls 20,000 sq ft. Mare Barn 8,000 sq ft, Hub Barn 1500 sq ft. The main house large kitchen with Walnut Cabinet, 2 A.C. wired security system, trayed and double trayed ceiling's, jacuzzi tub, double glass block shower. Awesome. Rolling pastures that are double fenced. Currently 200-300 cattle. 3 ponds and fresh springs. Some hardwoods and abundant wildlife.