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
Lot/land
$1,500,000
3005 VERNA BETHANY ROAD LOT 8, MYAKKA CITY, FL 34251
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13.83Acres
Unimproved Land
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13.83 Acres Lot
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What's special
Expansive amazing viewsTwo beautiful spring-fed ponds
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Listed by:
Paul Hart 941-685-6412,
PREFERRED SHORE LLC 941-999-1179,
Stacey Hart 941-626-0026,
PREFERRED SHORE LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4705019
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Fencing: Wire
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
- Body of water: LAKE MANATEE
Lot
- Size: 13.83 Acres
- Dimensions: 1395 x 357 x 1250 x 651
Details
- Additional parcels included: 284410008, 283600005, 284410057, 284910106
- Parcel number: 284000007
- Zoning: A/WPM/ST
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Myakka City
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $847
- Date on market: 9/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 9/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000 |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 34251
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Myakka City Elementary
- Middle: Nolan Middle
- High: Lakewood Ranch High
Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





