Oyster Bay
One of the last great coastal investment properties within a 188 mile stretch of gulf coast.
- 12.88+/- acres Waterfront Property in Wakulla County, Florida
- 265 feet of canal frontage
- Private 2.25 +/- acre salt pond
- Paved frontage on Shell Point Road, Kornegay Road and Canal Street
- Potential for 22 townhomes in established golf cart community
- Marsh front and the canal opens directly to Apalachee Bay
- One of the last waterfront developable multi-family properties with sewer and water on the entire 188 mile stretch of Nature Coast
- Shell Point boat launch, beach and park just 4 minutes away
- From Mashes Sands to Weeki Wachi, 86% of the 188 miles of “Nature Coast” gulf frontage is forever protected.
- Shell Point is surrounded by the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge with over 1,000 square miles of federal and state lands.
- one of the last unbuilt infill properties and borders the St. Marks Wildlife Refuge
This is one unique coastal property opportunity!
Residential single-family, multi-family or townhome potential.
Introducing Oyster Bay, a 12.88+/- acre waterfront property located in the newly revamped and rapidly growing Shell Point area of Wakulla County, Florida. Situated amidst a landscape of thriving development, this rare property stands as one of the last expansive, undeveloped properties boasting coveted gulf access and marsh frontage, while being seamlessly connected to sewer and water infrastructure along the illustrious 188 miles of “Nature Coast.” Not many know that Oyster Bay is surrounded by nearly 1,000 square miles of federal and state lands, making this property one of the last opportunities to develop a piece of the “Nature Coast.”
Thanks to Florida Forever and our good friend, the late George Willson, of the 188 miles of Florida coast from Week-Wachi to Mashes Sands, 86% is State and Federal Lands". Jon Kohler
Just a leisurely 4-minute drive away lies the Shell Point Beach and boat ramp, emblematic of the revitalization transforming this locale into one of Florida’s signature coastal communities. A mere 22- minute drive leads to the newly acclaimed Trident Restaurant and the locally beloved Angelo’s seafood in Panacea, offering an array of culinary delights amidst a backdrop of coastal charm. Both restaurants are situated with a beautiful view of the water and sunset. Fresh seafood awaits around every corner in this area, where you will be met with friendly locals and an abundance of coastal history. Mineral Springs Seafood and My-Way Seafood are just a few examples of the fresh seafood purveyors in this community, both found within a 20 to 30-minute drive.
“If you haven’t been to Shell Point lately, you will be pleasantly surprised by what it’s become.” - Jon Kohler
Shell Point Beach
The property runs from the main Shell Point Road to Canal Road. It is cleared and park-like with classic cabbage palms and towering longleaf pine. Upon arrival at Oyster Bay, you may witness blue herons fishing for their next meal, adding to the enchantment of this coastal haven teeming with indigenous flora and fauna.
Enhancing the property’s aesthetic appeal is a 2.25 +/- acre “salt pond.” A picturesque oasis to immerse oneself in serenity and natural beauty. Additionally, the visionary owner, who owns Rocky Bend Flint River Retreat that can also be found listed on our website, has laid the groundwork for Oyster Bay’s potential. With pre-development efforts such as a wetland delineation and a 22-unit townhome conceptual plan, this property is a gem for someone looking to invest.
“Nearby, 10+ year old townhomes at Alligator Point have recently sold in the $600,000 range with no boat slips and nothing close to the calm waters that this part of the gulf coast has to offer.” - Jon Kohler
“It is important to note that the “Nature Coast” runs from about 8 miles west of here for about 180 miles to the south. This unique coastline is renowned for calm seas, exceptional boating and world-class flats fishing. The good news and bad news is that about 86% of the coastline is owned by the state or federal government, making the last few places like Oyster Bay even more valuable and private property opportunities even harder to find." - Jon Kohler
Elevate your lifestyle amidst the tranquility of Oyster Bay, where the allure of coastal living harmonizes with unparalleled recreational opportunities. Whether embarking on scenic hikes through St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge or immersing oneself in the adrenaline-pumping pursuit of red fishing in these pristine waters, every outdoor enthusiast will find their paradise. Indulge in leisurely beach strolls, birdwatching expeditions, and captivating sunsets, as Oyster Bay presents a canvas for endless recreation and relaxation as well as a great marketing opportunity for a future developer.
“One should understand that this area is the furthest west portion of the approximately 188+/- miles of “Nature Coast," of which all but 26 miles is permanently protected. Few people realize that 86% of the Florida coast here can never be developed, which is incredibly hard to come across today." - Jon Kohler
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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.