A true log cabin with substance, character, and modern functionality, set on 4.2 acres. Built in 2008, this distinctive property pairs the warmth of authentic log construction with numerous improvements, secured with keyless smart lock entry. The main living area centers around a stone wood-burning fireplace and a mounted TV, creating a natural gathering point. The kitchen opens up to a walk in pantry, epoxy countertops, new appliances, and dining area. through the kitchen you will enter a large laundry room which connects to the garage. The two-car garage has been converted into a full gym and includes a solar-powered exhaust fan and surround sound. This property comes with a Five-bay carport which gives an added covered space for vehicles, trailers, and equipment. A crushed-tile driveway provides excellent drainage during Florida’s rainy season Outside, the wraparound porch extends a relaxed living space leading to an in-ground pool with a depth of 5.5' ft, new pump and filter. Two furnished tiki huts featuring an outdoor TV and surround-sound system, and a firepit with surrounding benches creating a versatile outdoor entertaining area. Extensive upgrades include a well-maintained 2018 aluminum roof, two new HVAC systems with all-new ductwork, encapsulated and sealed crawlspace with dehumidification protects the home against ground moisture and improves air quality, completed in 2025. A tankless electric water heater installed in 2026 delivers on demand. A Culligan water softener UV treatment conveys with no monthly service cost. The property water is sourced by wells at 100' ft deep eliminating a traditional water bill. The sprinkler system also draws from the well. The home has been upgraded with smart-home functionality, Nest thermostat, new security camera systems, outdoor lighting, Starlink internet with speeds up to 375 -475 Mbps, and financed solar panels that help offset electricity usage. (The seller will also pay the financed solar-panel balance in full at closing)( starlink will convey and be transferred to new owner). This genuine log cabin pairs timeless craftsmanship with modern technology and upgrades, while the 4.2 acre lot offers space, privacy, and flexibility, a combination that is increasingly difficult to find.
Blue Jordan Forest, located between Lake Reedy and Lake Arbuckle, is a wooded and lakeside Frostproof neighborhood with sandy lanes and wide-open skies. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lake Reedy Boat Ramp area, where trailers, tackle talk, and sunrise launches set the daily rhythm. Homes lean toward low-slung Florida ranches and cabin-style retreats tucked behind pines and palmettos. The landscape reads as water, scrub, and pasture, with long views and dark night skies. Life here tracks the seasons—fishing, paddling, and quiet drives along the lake edges.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
High ceilings
Kitchen/family room combo
Solid wood cabinets
Thermostat
Walk-in closets
Shades on windows
Wood-burning fireplace
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Convection oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Water filtration system
Water purifier
Water softener
Tankless water heater
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Covered wrap-around porch
Outdoor lighting
Rain gutters
Wire fencing
In-ground gunite private pool
Cabana
Mature landscaping with oak trees and wooded areas
Landscaped, unpaved lot
Home design
Single family residence
Log construction
Two levels
Southeast-facing
Parking
Attached garage
Garage with 2 spaces
Carport with 5 spaces
Security
Gated community
Security lights
Security system
Construction
Log construction
Metal roof
Crawlspace and pillar/post/pier foundation
Built with durable materials
Utilities
Well water
Septic tank
Electricity connected
Sprinkler well
HOA & community
HOA: Glen Cutts — required
Annual association fee $420 (monthly equivalent $35)
Association includes private road maintenance and trash
Pets allowed (cats and dogs)
Financial info
Annual taxes listed (see records for details)
Other
Irrigation equipment included
Whole-house water purification
Solar energy generation
Energy-efficient lighting
Property is homesteaded
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Log Cabin get-away near world-famous Fishing & Hunting! Newer built 2008 Custom Log Cabin with wrap around porch and an in-ground pool on 4 acres in the beautiful natural Florida wooded forest of Blue Jordan Forest, a gated community of rural homes near the famous Kissimmee River, River Ranch, and the Avon Park Air Force Range which has about 82,000 acres for public use for hunting, fishing and recreation. Quiet and serene, this log cabin includes a 2 car oversized garage, two large split bedrooms upstairs with a cat-walk between each. Downstairs features the Master Bedroom, huge rustic living room with a fireplace and high ceilings, kitchen and dining area with an inside laundry room that boasts shower for those dirty days working in the yard. Home offers 3 deep wells on the property. High-speed internet is available. Lots of storage space under the wrap around porch.
Public Records
Jun 4, 2021
Sold
$196,100
$87/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #P4712708
Dec 19, 2016
Sold
$170,000
$75/sq ft
Nov 19, 2016
Pending
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Oct 24, 2016
Listed
$184,900
$82/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #K4701063
Oct 21, 2016
Listing Removed
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Sep 20, 2016
Price Changed
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Aug 23, 2016
Price Changed
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Jul 17, 2016
Listed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$393 (−90.9%)
2024
$4,334 (−0.4%)
2023
$4,352 (−16.1%)
$56,186 + $300,829
$357,015
2022
$5,184 (+14.7%)
$54,178 + $301,222
$355,400
2021
$4,521 (+4.9%)
$37,581 + $333,366
$370,947
2020
$4,308 (−0.8%)
$22,618 + $286,177
$308,795
2019
$4,344 (+10.3%)
$20,637 + $271,196
$291,833
2018
$3,940 (+2.4%)
2017
$3,847 (+22.1%)
$19,636 + $232,864
$252,500
2016
$3,150 (+49.9%)
$19,636 + $232,864
$252,500
2014
$2,101 (−0.6%)
$16,839 + $185,117
$201,956
2013
$2,115 (+12.0%)
2012
$1,889
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
4.02 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,264
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,264
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Polk County
APN
293130993326000550
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
A/RR
SAP
Rural Agricultural/Residential District
The purpose of the A/RR district is to provide lands for the continuation of productive agricultural uses and to provide for very low density residential development within unincorporated rural areas. The A/RR district permits agricultural activities, agricultural support facilities, multi-family dwelling units, farm labor housing, group living facilities, and community facilities.
Zone overlays
SOUTHEAST
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Jun 26, 2024 • Final
Mechanical
Replace the existing air conditioning unit with a new straight cool unit and a variable speed air handler.
HVAC
Oct 24, 2023 • Final
Electric
Install a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Frostproof, FL • 33843
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.9 hrs
8.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1894 R E Byrd Rd
$787,278
$13K under list price of $800K
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