"Florida Cracker Camp" is a native undisturbed 5 acre parcel in Golden Ranches, a 1,200 acre rural acreage subdivision in eastern Charlotte County. Being “a cracker property” means the property is perfect as a recreational retreat to be enjoyed to its fullest as typical Florida natives enjoy the land and the season of the year. It is "a place to get away…actually a real hideaway.” The land supports a native palmetto prairie and a native oak, pine, and cabbage hammock. A mile to the east is a large cattle ranch and to the north of the tract is an abandoned orange grove and to the west an active grove. Often in these groves will be found wild hog, deer, turkey and small game. There is a pond directly to the west of the property on the neighboring grove which attracts game. Recreation in SW Florida is often based on what the season offers and during hunting season hunting is permitted on local state game and private preserves off of SR74. Access to the property is via Eugene Drive, which is the best road in the subdivision with electric service within a quarter mile of the tract. Each season of the year brings recreation and agricultural or residential opportunities based on the season of the year. Experiences abound with many possibilities which can be: view wildlife from your tree stand, set up game camera’s, set up a small pistol/gun range, limited primitive camping, ride your horse, your ATV or your motor/electric off-road bikes on the parcel or in the general area on the dedicated roads. The 5 acres has trails nearby that go across other nearby property which would require permission. Most property in the area is owned by out of town owners and some owners have never seen their property but a few times. There are full time residents throughout Golden Ranches and their lifestyles must be honored, because everyone cherishes the quiet of the general area. This is the property, if you wish quiet, peaceful surroundings with folks who desire the same. When driving or riding here respect the roads and consider each intersection the possibility of meeting a neighbor or a guest at an intersection. There are no sheds or buildings on the property, however the zoning of Agriculture permits without a permit a pole barn, metal sheds and metal buildings. Permits are needed when you place electric wiring and plumbing in a building for electric service or well water. The private dirt roads are maintained by local owners who work to keep roads in tip-top shape as there are no rules governing road maintenance. The elevation here is about 50 to 60 feet above sea level. There are no known wells on the property and if wanting to go onto the property a culvert will be needed. There are no deed restrictions. Zoning is agriculture in Charlotte Co. The general area consists of scattered small farms, ranches & undeveloped parcels owned by out of state property owners. Limitations are prescribed by the AG zoning which permits all uses under the description including low density residential (1 home per parcel), conservation, agriculture, recreation, and other uses consistent therewith. The purpose of the AG district is to provide areas for the establishment - continuation of agricultural type operations & uses…. accommodates those individuals who understand and desire to live in an agricultural environment of quiet privacy.
