Listing Details for MLS #C7522011
48033 Bermont Road, Punta Gorda, Fl

Land - Real Estate in Punta Gorda

Listing Price: $1,095,000 (Mortgage Calculator →)Property Use:
Days on Market: 50

Description of Property

To step onto The Lake on Big Prairie is to walk through the very soul of Florida’s history. This isn't just a 30-acre estate; it is a timeless landscape where the echoes of the first Floridians meet the legacy of Spanish Conquistadors. From the ancient hunting grounds of the Calusa and Tequesta to the 19th-century "open prairie" where legendary cattle barons like Bones Mizell drove their herds across a fenceless horizon, this property is a living canvas. It is the same rugged, romantic wilderness that inspired Frederic Remington to immortalize the Florida “Cracker Cowboy” in his world-renowned paintings. Spanning approximately 1,350 by 968 feet, the property is defined by its magnificent water features. A shimmering 7.5-acre central lake of 27 feet in depth is complemented by three smaller ponds, creating a sanctuary for local wildlife. With over 1,100 feet of lake frontage and an elevation of 60 feet, the terrain offers a high, dry, and picturesque foundation for your vision. Sowed with Argentine Bahia, the land is perfectly suited for ranging cattle, equestrian pursuits, or simply preserving the natural beauty of the Florida interior. The true value of this acreage lies in its exceptionally liberal Agriculture (AG) zoning within Charlotte County. This designation is a rare find, offering a level of freedom seldom seen in modern real estate. Build up to three distinct homesites or modular homes—ideal for a family compound or a legacy estate. Construct pole barns, workshops, or agricultural structures without the standard permitting hurdles, thanks to the AG status. Whether you envision a horse stable, a fish hatchery (lake stocked with hybrid bluegill, talapia and bass), a boutique muscadine vineyard, or a private nature preserve, the Charlotte Co. Municode Sec. 3-9-30, Agriculture guidelines provide for a vast array of uses including silviculture and viticulture. Located on SR 74, this parcel serves as a bridge between the tranquil interior and the vibrant Gulf Coast. While you are just a scenic drive from the boating world of Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf Islands, the fast routes of SR 29 and US 27 put the Atlantic coast—West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, and Miami—within easy reach. You will find yourself surrounded by the prestige of Florida’s great agricultural dynasties, including the Lykes, Alico, and Evans families, and buffered by state-protected preserves that ensure your privacy remains permanent. As the sun sets over The Lake on Big Prairie, the sky transforms into a masterpiece of towering clouds and vivid colors that no city light can dim. Here, the nights are truly dark, revealing a universe of stars undisturbed by the bustle of SW Florida. This is more than a land purchase; it is an opportunity to own a middle-sized parcel in an area where such gems are rapidly disappearing. Escape the noise and reclaim your peace on the prairie. Whether for investment, agriculture, or a private retreat, The Lake on Big Prairie is Florida as it was meant to be.

Garage: No
Carport: No
Water Frontage: Pond
Water Access: Pond