Waterfront - Fixer Upper - Primary on Main

Address

3005 Verna Bethany Road, MYAKKA CITY, FL

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 1,500,000

Property Attributes

MLS#A4704097
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyManatee
CityMYAKKA CITY
AreaMyakka City
NeighborhoodNA
Zip34251
StyleBungalow
Year Built1965
Taxes$ 847
Price$ 1,500,000
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms1
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage930
Lot Size13.82 Acres

Data Source:

Stellar MLS

Property Description

A RARE LAKE MANATEE WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY — JUST UNDER 14 ACRES! Opportunities like this rarely become available! Spanning just under 14 acres across five parcels, this extraordinary property offers an impressive nearly 1,000 feet of frontage along beautiful Lake Manatee, creating an exceptional canvas for a private estate, family compound, equestrian operation, or one of a kind recreational retreat. The property features two beautiful spring-fed ponds, acres of lush pasture grass, and a small private dock providing access to Lake Manatee bringing together the best of waterfront living and the FREEDOM OF NO HOA acreage. Imagine waking up to expansive amazing views, riding horses across your own pasture, keeping cattle, or simply enjoying the peace and privacy that only a property of this scale can provide. For the equestrian enthusiast, the possibilities are tremendous. The combination of expansive pasture, multiple parcels, water access, and proximity to the area’s equestrian and racing destinations creates an ideal setting for an upscale equestrian center, training facility, or private horse estate. With the racetrack only miles away, racing enthusiasts will appreciate the opportunity to create their own personalized racing-inspired compound or training property. For those envisioning something even more exclusive, this property provides a remarkable opportunity to create an estate-style family compound where multiple generations can enjoy a private, spacious waterfront setting. The five-parcel configuration offers additional flexibility for exploring future plans and possibilities, subject to applicable county regulations and approvals. Whether your vision is a magnificent waterfront estate, premier equestrian property, cattle operation, racing enthusiast's dream, or simply a private Lake Manatee retreat with room to create something extraordinary, this is a truly special piece of Florida real estate. This property does also have a small fixer upper home on site that could torn down, rehabbed as ranch hand quarters or use your imagination for what it fits best. Property consists of Parcels Id's 284000007, 284410008, 283600005, 284410057, 284910106

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
Myakka City Elementary Elementary School	Nolan Middle Middle School	Lakewood Ranch High High School

Price History
9/7/2026	Listed $1,500,000

General Features

Sewer	Septic Tank
Heating	Central
Cooling	Central Air,Mini-Split Unit(s)
Utilities	Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected
Roof	Shingle
Appliances	Range,Refrigerator
Zoning	A/WPM/ST
Architectural Style	Bungalow
Construction Materials	Wood Frame
Pets Allowed	Yes
Year Built	1965
Levels	One
Property Subtype	Single Family Residence
Tax Year	2025
Ownership	Fee Simple
Waterfront Features	Lake Front
Additional Parcels Description	284910106, 284410008, 284410057, 283600005
County	Manatee
New Construction	false
Property Type	Residential
Subdivision Name	NA
Facing Direction	North
Garage Y/N	false
Other Structures	Shed(s),Storage
Total Rooms	5
Full Baths	1
Status	Active
Directions	Heading east on SR 64 from I 75, turn right going South on Verna Bethany and left into long narrow driveway by the sign.
High School	Lakewood Ranch High
City	MYAKKA CITY
Body of Water	LAKE MANATEE
Senior Community Y/N	false
MLS Area	34251 - Myakka City
Lot Size Units	Acres
Lot Size Square Feet	602498
Carport Spaces	1
Carport Y/N	true
Listing Terms	Cash,Conventional
Elementary School	Myakka City Elementary
Land Lease Y/N	false
Tax Annual Amount	847
Middle/Junior High School	Nolan Middle
Property Condition	Fixer
Additional Parcels Y/N	true
Lease Considered Y/N	true
Virtual Tour	https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/A4704097
Building Area Units	Square Feet
Living Area Units	Square Feet
Standard Status	Active
Occupancy Type	Owner
Tax Lot	8
Legal Description	THAT PORTION OF LOT 8 IN SEC 1/35/20 OF MANATEE RIVER PARK; TOG W/ VACATED STREETS LYING WITHIN THE ABOVE PARCEL PER OR 319/442 & OR 324/184, THE ABOVE PARCEL BEING FURTHER DESC AS FOLLOWS: THAT PART OF SW1/4 OF NW1/4 OF SEC 1, MORE PARTICULARLY DESC AS FOLLOWS; FROM THE NW COR OF SW1/4 OF NW1/4 SEC 1, GO S 88 DEG 46 MIN 35 SEC E, ALG N LN OF SD SW1/4 OF NW1/4, 469.99 FT, TH GO S 00 DEG 48 MIN 12 SEC W, PARALLEL TO W LN OF SD SW1/4 OF NW1/4, 591.12 FT TO A PT, TH S 53 DEG 22 MIN 37 SEC W, 122.07 FT TO S LN OF THE N1/2 OF THE SW1/4 OF NW1/4; TH GO N 88 DEG 33 MIN 32 SEC W, ALG SD S LN 233.05 FT; TH GO N 00 DEG 48 MIN 12 SEC E, PARALLEL TO E LN OF SD SW1/4 OF NW1/4, 650.14 FT TO A PT; TH N 88 DEG 46 MIN 35 SEC W TO W LN OF SD SW1/4 OF NW1/4,
Water Access Type	Lake
Minimum Lease	No Minimum
Water Access Y/N	true
Water View Y/N	false
Flood Zone Code	X500, A
In Law Suite YN	false
Flood Zone Code X500	Yes
DockY/N	true

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Thermostat
Flooring	Vinyl
Furnished Y/N	Unfurnished
Air Conditioning Y/N	true
Heating Y/N	true
Fireplace Y/N	false
Laundry Features	Inside
Total Bedrooms	3
LivingAreaSource	Public Records
Total Baths	1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities	Private Entrance,Storage
Vegetation	Fruit Trees,Oak Trees
Fencing	Wire
Lot Features	Cleared,Pasture,Zoned for Horses
Water Source	Well
Lot Size Area	13.8315
Foundation Details	Pillar/Post/Pier
Building Area Total	1026
Lot Size Acres	13.82
Road Surface Type	Asphalt
Private Pool	false
Waterfront Y/N	true
Covered Spaces	1
Number of Lots	5
Road Responsibility	Public Maintained Road