46280 Neal Rd Punta Gorda, FL 33982

“Old High Grove” is a former 10 acre citrus grove located in East Charlotte County off well maintained paved road. This parcel is part of a former 3,640 acre citrus grove developed decades ago by the Freeman Bros. of Miami and later sold to American Agronomics (OrangeCo) as the Bermont Grove unit & then resold and managed for investors around the world. History flourishes here as these are the same prairies of Conquistadores, Frederick Remington, Bones Mizell, & the treacherous Calusa Tribe of Ponce de Leon fame. Old High Grove is a rectangular 10 acre block of Valencia or other varieties of citrus. The local AG zoning permits low density residential, conservation, recreation & other uses that accommodates those who understand & desire to live in an area of quiet privacy. There are a few deed restrictions protecting agricultural uses and ownership. The location is perfect for a homesite or weekend retreat in amongst citrus trees, farm animals, wildlife, and income crops. The property can be a great recreational hideaway with miles of private roads for horseback riding, hiking & bicycling. The general area and the property are ideal for wild hog & turkey including deer, if properly maintained for wildlife. Nature offers splendid views including the colorful early morning and late evening skies, the sunrises/sunsets & the nighttime view of the stars unhindered by the streetlights of the big city. This is in a vast area of scattered small & large groves & ranches. The vacant land in the area is owned by many out of state and out of the area owners. The land is ditched on all sides for maintaining the water table in the area so agricultural crops and citrus operations can be maintained. The elevation is about 60 feet above sea level. Recently the area has been sought as a homesite away from the larger cities of Central & South Florida. If seeking a rural & more relaxed lifestyle, then this acreage is slated to become a valued asset to the purchaser. There are a few homes are in the general 1-2 mile area. Electric service availability is the most crucial factor when acquiring a rural property and the service is to the property but damaged by Hurricane Ian and needs a new pole and reconnection. Most rural properties in the area do not have electricity & obtaining electric service is prohibitive due to the tremendous cost of the pole lines construction which can be in the thousands of dollars. Access is via SR31, Neal Road & by well-maintained internal access roads coming from the east & south of the property. In past years, the grove was maintained by Mardis Grove Service but currently is not under any agreement for maintenance or sale of the oranges. The 10 acres is in the East Charlotte Drainage District & there is an annual fee assessed through the annual tax bill.