About 9851 Merle Dr
PRICED TO SELL! PRICED BELOW MARKET VALUE. This property has it all! Located on just over 5 ACRES this acreage estate home features a 4 bed/2.5 Bath Florida Style Saltwater Pool home with an additional detached 1 Bed/1 Bath furnished guest house perfect for supplemental income via Airbnb, visiting guests or extended family. Located off Merle Dr., this superb location is just 2 miles off Bayshore and Nalle Road on a paved no pass-through private road which is surrounded by other large acreage estate homes. The property is completely fenced with wrought iron electric gated entry, attached 2 car garage, additional detached parking garage, multiple storage sheds, horse stalls with chicken run & separate coop and is zoned AG2 (which allows for outbuildings and agricultural exemptions for lowered taxes). The owner excavated an additional pond on the rear property and back filled the lot to allow animals to range even during rainy season. Built in 1999 this Florida Style Home has an inviting feel with front porch entry, an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, split bedroom floor plan, plank tile flooring throughout, centrally located kitchen featuring granite countertop &, new stainless appliances, wood burning fireplace, and a large volleyball style pool with a shaded patio overlooking the pasture. Notable features and upgrades include a 2015 metal roof with a new roofs over the guest house garage and barn, detached garage walls replaced in 2026, new firepit, new screens on the house lanai, new A/C units on both houses, new well, new septic system for the guest house, fresh paint inside and blackout blinds installed throughout the home. The owner also planted a variety of trees which will be attached to this listing. The owners are now ready to pass down their beloved oasis “Simply Natural Farm” to the next owner that will enjoy this retreat just as much as they have!
Features of 9851 Merle Dr
| MLS® # | 2026001186 |
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| Price | $849,900 |
| Sold Price | $825,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,760 |
| Acres | 5.14 |
| Year Built | 1999 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family |
| Style | Ranch, Single Family |
| Status | Closed |
Community Information
| Address | 9851 Merle Dr |
|---|---|
| Area | FN09 - North Fort Myers Area |
| Subdivision | WILLIAM WINTERS SUBDIVISION |
| City | NORTH FORT MYERS |
| County | Lee |
| State | FL |
| Zip Code | 33917 |
| Community Type | Non-Gated |
Amenities
| Amenities | Storage, Horses OK, Stable(s) |
|---|---|
| Parking | Driveway Paved, Load Space, Paved, RV-Boat, Attached |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Attached |
| View | Landscaped Area, Pond, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | No Approval Needed |
| Waterfront | Creek |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Below Ground, Concrete, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure |
| Elevator | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Fireplace, Foyer, French Doors, Pantry, Smoke Detectors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Coverings |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Reverse Osmosis |
| Heating | Central Electric |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric |
| Fireplace | Yes |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Screened Porch, Screened Lanai/Porch, Built-In Wood Fire Pit, Storage |
| Lot Description | Dead End, Oversize |
| Windows | Window Coverings |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction | Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | January 7th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | July 31st, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 245 |
| Zoning | AG-2 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| Annual Recurring Fees | $0 |
Listing Details
| Office | Realty One Group MVP |
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