Bradford Brook
A secluded sanctuary just minutes from Tallahassee — 57 acres of natural beauty, rural charm, and a hunter’s dream retreat in the heart of the Apalachicola National Forest.
- 57 +/- acre recreation tract in Leon County, Florida
- Located less than 15 minutes from the heart of Tallahassee
- Surrounded by Apalachicola National Forest, 633,000 acres of public access
- Hunting, hiking, ATV riding, and fishing access in the National Forest
- Fishing access less than five minutes from Silver Lake Recreation Area and ten minutes from Lake Bradford
- Bradford Brook flows through the heart of the property
- 4,800 square foot 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath barndominium
- New pool with sun shelf
- Ten acres of cross fenced pasture with cattle
- Less than ten minutes from Tallahassee International Airport
- Less than ten miles from the Florida State Capitol building
- Abundant deer, turkey, quail and other small game
- Horse stables and barns
- Electric gate
Bradford Brook is a 57-acre private estate nestled less than fifteen minutes from the heart of Tallahassee. Encompassed on all sides by the majestic expanse of the Apalachicola National Forest, this extraordinary property offers an unmatched blend of seclusion, splendor, and recreation. The surrounding forest contains over 600,000 acres of undeveloped timberland separating Bradford Brook from the Gulf of America.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the serene atmosphere and complete privacy. A gated entrance and thoughtful security features ensure peace of mind, allowing you to fully enjoy the serenity that comes with owning a large parcel surrounded by hundreds of thousands of acres of protected forest land. Bradford Brook meanders gracefully through the center of the property, adding a unique water feature and nurturing abundant wildlife right outside your door. This creek is the main watershed of Lake Bradford, one of the top outdoor destinations in the city, known for its cypress-lined waters and popular recreational area for activities like fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.
At the heart of the estate is a 4,800-square-foot barndominium that seamlessly combines rustic charm with upscale, contemporary living. This impressive three-bedroom residence was crafted with an eye for both comfort and style, making it the perfect retreat for family life, entertaining guests, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings.
Step inside and you’re greeted by expansive open-concept living spaces filled with natural light and panoramic views of the surrounding pastures and woodlands. High ceilings, custom finishes, and exposed structural elements give a nod to the building’s agricultural inspiration while offering all the amenities of a high-end home.
While the property’s hunting opportunities are exceptional, Bradford Brook is designed for all-season enjoyment. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, elegant cabinetry, granite countertops, and a generous island that doubles as a gathering spot for friends and family. Whether preparing everyday meals or hosting dinner parties, this kitchen elevates the experience. Upstairs, a spacious balcony and sun room provide an ideal vantage point to watch deer graze in the fields or to savor your morning coffee. Beyond the impressive interior, the property invites you to embrace the Florida outdoor lifestyle to its fullest. A new pool and expansive patio area create the ultimate backyard oasis — perfect for lazy summer afternoons, family barbecues, or evening swims under the stars. Bradford Brook makes for the ultimate hunting camp or full-time secluded residence. The other half of the barndominium is a working horse stable and storage.
Adjacent to the home are three well-maintained fields totaling approximately ten acres. Currently home to a small herd of grazing cattle, these open pastures offer endless possibilities for a hobby farm. Imagine raising livestock, cultivating organic crops, or establishing an equestrian paradise — the fertile land and abundant water supply from Bradford Brook make it all possible.
For outdoor enthusiasts, few properties compare to Bradford Brook. With direct access to the surrounding Apalachicola National Forest, your recreational opportunities are virtually limitless. Spend your days hunting whitetail deer, wild turkey, or small game on your own land, then expand your adventure into the national forest for hiking, ATV trails, horseback riding, or exploring miles of scenic trails. The brook itself attracts a variety of native wildlife, adding to the property’s appeal for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Whether you’re an avid hunter or simply appreciate the beauty of untouched wilderness, this estate delivers the perfect balance of convenience and wild Florida allure.
Despite its remarkable privacy and remote feel, this property is incredibly convenient to the city. A quick fifteen-minute drive places you in the heart of Tallahassee — home to Florida State University, the Florida State Capitol, top-tier healthcare facilities, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Bradford Brook is the perfect blend of easy access to the city and seclusion. For families, the location offers the best of both worlds: children can attend highly rated local schools and participate in community activities, while parents come home each day to a private, peaceful retreat far removed from urban life.
Opportunities to own a property of this caliber, with this rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and modern appeal, are few and far between. Whether you envision creating a self-sustaining hobby farm, a secluded family estate, a hunter’s lodge, or simply a peaceful weekend getaway, this 57-acre paradise is the perfect spot to make your dreams a reality. At Bradford Brook, you can escape the ordinary day-to-day hustles of life and discover beauty and tranquility that only North Florida can offer. Here, the sounds of traffic are replaced by the murmurs of a clear brook, the distant call of native birds, and the soft rustle of wind through towering pines and hardwoods.
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Bruce Ratliff is a retired elected official (Property Appraiser Taylor County). Bruce brings years of experience in ad valorem tax knowledge. His property tax background gives JKA Associates & clients a unique insight into the complicated tax process. Bruce held several positions in the Florida Association of Property Appraisers, including member of the Board of Directors, President, Vice-President and Secretary, and served on the Agricultural & Legislative Committees for the Association. The real estate business has been part of Bruce’s life since childhood. His mother, Shirley Ratliff owned Professional Realty of Perry, Florida and his father, Buster owned Ratliff Land Surveying which Bruce was General Manager of before his political career.
From murky farm ponds to pristine glacier-cut lakes and everything in between, Knox Daniels’ expertise stems from a lifelong fascination of water and the creatures that live in and around it. He recognizes and helps clients appreciate the value water features bring to a property. “My goal is to help buyers realize and sellers maximize the value different water bodies bring to a property, not only in a recreational sense, but also for social storm reasons.” After extensively traveling the country for collegiate BASS fishing tournaments, Knox graduated and worked for the Southeast’s finest fisheries and wildlife biologist, Greg Grimes. With Grimes’ company, AES, Knox managed many of the southeast’s finest private lake estate/impoundment properties, and learned the intricacies of upscale property management. Learning from Greg and other biologists, Knox honed in on the specific conditions and habitat needed for optimal gamefish growth in private lakes. He has also worked as a property manager on several thousand acres and for a commercial developer, facilitating the dirt work and builds of several apartment complexes, but his true passion has always been in the outdoors. “I’ve always had an insatiable fascination with ponds/lakes and am grateful to be able to help to place clients on the properties of their dreams and make their personal fisheries/wildlife goals reality with JKA.” – Knox Daniels
As a landowner of his own family farm, Lick Skillet, along with family land that has been passed down and enjoyed together at Keaton Beach for 40 years, Jon knows what it means to be a steward of the last best places. As a third-generation land broker with more than 30 years of experience in advising landowners in this niche, Jon is known for his innate ability to harvest a land’s unique intrinsic value. Touting several notable sales under his belt, Jon personally closed Rock Creek/Molpus – 124,000 acres of premium timberland at $142,000,000 – which was known as the largest timberland land sale in the Southeast for eight years running. He is a co-founding member of LandLeader and achieved the real estate industry’s highest honor, “2022 National Broker of the Year – Recreational Land Sales,” by the Realtors® Land Institute.
Prior to joining Jon Kohler & Associates, Walter Hatchett served for 30 years as a land manager to several of the south’s most esteemed properties, including Rock Creek. As a former property manager himself, and a consistently ranked “Top Sales Producer” nationwide and achieved “APEX Top 20 Land Broker” multiple times, Walter has a keen eye for the best in habitat management.
With Madison County roots, Lori grew up on her family farm at Pettis Springs along the historic Aucilla River. A love of the land was instilled in Lori very early on by her father who was a local farmer. Lori understands the importance of good land stewardship and has witnessed first-hand how her own father, a former 2-term member of the Florida House of Representatives whose district encompassed many rural counties of the Red Hills Plantation Region, with a little bit of sweat equity, so lovingly worked their own family land. These are core values she carries with her today, and nothing gives her more personal satisfaction than to represent some of the south’s best land stewards.
Hailing from a long line of outdoorsmen, Tim learned a great deal from his father and grandfather. He saw first-hand what it means to be a good land steward. He believes land is so much more than a place to hunt, fish, and grow timber or crops. “It’s an identity, a resting place, a safe haven and a way of life, said Tim.” Tim’s family ties to Alabama run deep. During his grandfather’s first term, Governor James was responsible for signing into law Alabama’s first state duck stamp which helped to ensure funding for the procurement, development, and preservation of wetlands for migratory waterfowl habitat. He also established Alabama’s lifetime hunting license, so it is no surprise that Tim is an avid outdoorsman with a keen eye as to how best to improve habitat for the greater good of its wildlife.
Jason has been assisting landowners for the last 28 years in Georgia and South Carolina obtain achievements the owners did not realize were possible. His degree in Biology from Georgia Southern stemmed from the desire to know how things in nature work. His plantation roots began at just 16 years old outside of Albany, GA and the last 20 years were spent in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. His entire career has been spent developing a global approach to plantation management. That plan included sales. Sales is in Jason’s blood- his mom had a 45-year career as a real estate broker. After college, he chose to pursue his passion of making properties great. In 2011, Jason sold his first plantation. Since then, he has assisted buyers and sellers with over $20 million in sales while most of that time working as a full-time General Manager of a large Lowcountry plantation. Today, he is committed to using his unique skill set and experience to guide landowners through the many challenges of plantation ownership.