573 Acres of Land with Home for Sale in Alford, Florida

Looking for a large acreage tract in North Florida? Presenting Sampson Farms, a 573+- contiguous acre farm with a nice 3BR/2BA home, large equipment barn, and over 100 acres of open pasture and hayfields that are fenced and cross fenced. Loaded with deer and turkey, this unique property is scattered with some upland longleaf and slash pine with some wiregrass, various species of hardwood in the drains, and pot holes perfect for ducks.

Land

Sampson Farms is a unique tract. It is situated just south of Alford, FL in Jackson and Washington counties. This tract has dirt road frontage on the north and south ends of the property. The main access is off of Reedy Creek Rd and the property has an established road system through the entire property. The north end has the improvements which include a 1,888+ sq ft home ( tax records) adjacent to a large shop and shed. There is a 17 +- acre pasture in the front of the house that may be perfect for your special cows or horses.

This property was used for cattle and hay production in the past. There is a 50 +- acre hayfield with various species of grass and the balance of the 71 +- acres of the open ground is scattered with large live oaks and other shade trees and a few pot holes for water. The property is fenced and cross fenced, but those may need some TLC to maintain your confidence and secure your animals.

There have been multiple deer and turkeys spotted on this farm as well as a couple of native alligators. This parcel is unique to most in the region since it has longleaf pine scattered throughout and even some scattered wire grass. The upland portions of this farm may be a great place to groom for quail hunting in the very near future with some land management geared for the sporting life.

Though quail hunting has not been the current owners passion, there are many old food plot locations and deer stand locations throughout the property. The owner has kept them mowed and they could be tilled and planted with very little preparation.

Improvements

This tract has a site built home that is approximately 1,888 +- heated square feet ( tax records). The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with an eat in kitchen and dining area. The ranch style layout includes a spacious kitchen and dining area with a large living room, masonry fireplace, with all of the bed rooms on one end.

The Master bedroom has a large dedicated bathroom and ample closet space. The other 2 bedrooms share the bathroom in the hallway. The roof was replaced in 2015 and the back porch railing was just installed.

The property has ample storage space for all of those farm implements and support equipment. The recent 40 x 72 shop with a 20 x 72 lean-to on each side is massive. There is also an older shop structure that may provide multiple uses with a little TLC. The power is supplied underground from the pole to the shop and to the private well.

Recreation

For the true sportsman, this tract has multiple game options. The tract would be a great recreational spot, vacation spot, or place to call home while being close to the beach and all the gulf coast has to offer. If hunting is your passion, there are multiple species one could chase on this tract. Deer, turkeys, ducks, varmints, and maybe even some doves and quail with some preparations. The expansive acreage will give the outdoor enthusiast plenty of room to roam and chase animals.

Other recreation could include riding side by sides, 4 wheelers, horses, fishing, and of course walking the many roads and trails established on the property.

Location

Sampson Farms is located in Jackson & Washington Counties in the Florida panhandle. Jackson County shares its northern most boundaries with Alabama and Georgia. The region is well know for its agriculture and rural living lifestyle. Common outdoor activities include hunting, fishing, hiking, and exploring all that the Gulf Coast has to offer. The Panama City Beach Pier is an hours drive. This property is also close to other attractions including; Falling Waters State Park, Hinson Conservation and Recreation area, Florida Caverns State Park and Blue Springs Recreation Area.

The closest airport, about 48 miles away, is the Northwest Florida Beaches International with direct flights to many popular cities in the US.