5475 US HIGHWAY 98 N Okeechobee, FL 34972

This custom-built, concrete block and metal roofed farm homestead is being offered far less than potential market value. The property offers huge potential, with an airplane hangar (3216 sq ft, built in 1971), a metal roofed barn,(4176 sq ft, built in 2007) shooting range, four metal-sided concrete slab dog kennels(all dog kennels have electricity and window a/c units, 10X12 buildings and other structures on the property. Metal roof was installed in 2015, and a/c is from 2017. Water heater/softener of similar age. The barn was built in 2007, and has a metal roof. The airplane hangar is a large metal building that can be used is many ways. At one time, this property was part of a much larger parcel, with a runway on the property. There are THREE ponds on the property, the largest being close to the homestead. Ponds have fish in them - ponds are clean and healthy. Many waterbirds gather to these ponds. For a fraction of the potential after-repair value, make this beautiful sanctuary yours.

The homestead has an open floor-plan with a vivid-toned agua green stone fireplace that serves the family and living rooms. There is a formal dining room, as well as a large kitchen. Kitchen and bathrooms were gutted for a remodel about a year or so ago, and remains incomplete because seller became seriously ill. This is a blank canvas, on which you can make the home you wish. Much of the material needed for the work are on hand, and may be used. Master bedroom accesses back patio, and has large master bath and plenty of closet space. There is more than enough room for a pool at the back. Some farm equipment/livestock may be included with acceptable terms.

The property enjoys proximity to town - Publix, HomeDepot, Tractor Supply are close by, and yet also enjoys agricultural exemption on account of cattle, and magnificent horses that the owners have rescued. among other residents on this ranch, are ducks, pigs, and an African Leopard tortoise.

The acreage is fenced, and cross-fenced, with corrals and pastures to manage cattle and horses. Closest neighbors are a dairy farm and an ostrich farm next door. The back pastures are beautiful, with places to camp out and sky-watch.