Milton, FL- This 352+/- acre successful Agri-Tourist business is located at the center of growing Santa Rosa County. The local area is known for its vibrant farming communities, beach life & tourism. Coldwater Gardens is a retreat set in the Allentown Community offering a two-fold restoration. Continue this opportunity to offer relaxation while being surrounded by conserved biodiversity & habitats. Or use it as a private retreat for your organization, company or personal use. Much of the property is federally recognized as part of a biodiversity hotspot & offers 7 mi of mixed-use trails, 1.5 mi of creek frontage, events venue & stunning gardens. Approx. 32 acres contain the Terrace/Office, where weddings & events can be held & camping accommodations. The venue comes fully equipped with a commercial kitchen featuring a high-end gas stove, 100lb ice maker & commercial grade dishwasher. The 2 seating options include 70-80 people inside & 40-50 on a covered patio. (9) climate-controlled luxurious guest accommodations include (5) Cottage Cabins, (1) treehouse designed by renowned German architect Andreas Wenning, (1) 650sq.ft. Cabana & (2) tiny homes. For more information on these structures, please see the Additional Property Information PDF in the Attachments & Media Section. The remaining sites include camping in style at any of the (6) Glamping Sites accompanied by a bathhouse; (2) camping platforms for the more nostalgic outdoor camper; (1) Hillside Campsite that can host 10 guests for a close-knit group outing; & (1) Stargazing Platform to truly enjoy nights under the stars. Coldwater Gardens has created a culture of restoring & rebuilding the delicate ecosystems on this property, and it gladly welcomes its guests to enjoy the experience, reconnecting them with their inner environmentalist.

LANDSACPE

The diverse landscape is composed of forestlands, prairies, wetlands, a vegetable garden, access roads and trails, and various other features & developments. A number of areas host various species of pitcher plants. Most areas are a few hundred sqft, but one area in particular covers 2-3ac of red, white & hybrid pitcher plants. Some conifer and hardwood species include Atlantic White Cedar, Long Leaf Pine, Live Oak and Southern Magnolia. For a detailed list of species, see the Additional Property Information PDF.

Organic gardens are available to see unique agriculture techniques like aquaponics and hydroponics and include shiitake mushrooms, honey bees, vermiculture, and chickens. An automated-louvered wood-burning furnace circulates hot water to 2 greenhouses for winter heating when necessary. The Aquaponics Greenhouse has 2 separate 700 gal aquaponic systems. Each system utilizes 50-70 Koi fish & circulates the water among (6) 4X4X1 ft gravel-filled grow out beds. Numerous ornamental and succulent plants are grown for sale. Typical sales are from $100-$500/ wk.

RESTORATION

In the past, the property was intensively managed for pulpwood and is currently being restored back to ecological health. Restoration of the property has been underway for 6 yrs. Activities include yearly or bi-yearly controlled burns, creation & maintenance of fire lanes, mechanical clearing where needed, the planting of 40,000 Longleaf pines to bring back the native ecosystem, road and bridge maintenance for creek access. Current expenses for restoration are $15K-20K each year on burning, planting, road/burn break maintenance.

Property is currently eligible to receive grant money that can be used for land restoration over the next 5 yrs. Sellers are working to procure a 5-yr contract with the potential to receive $6000+ per yr based on the mapped out planted areas. Contract is transferrable.

THE BUSINESS

The weekend alone averages $7,500 of income. Venue has been used for 150+/- Weddings & Events that contribute to the $500k-$600k/yr Gross income. Utilities range from $18K- $25K per year. Tax benefits come with the conservation easement.