This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Florida paradise with your own spring-fed backyard retreat. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom open floor plan home sits on Little Salt Spring and Palm Grove Colony Spring with an incredible 216 feet of frontage along the spring run flowing to the… Read More Gulf through the Mud River. Imagine stepping outside your back door and floating with the gentle current in crystal-clear 74-degree spring water year-round. Swim, tube, paddleboard, kayak, or simply relax while enjoying one of Hernando County’s hidden natural treasures right behind your home.
The spring-fed creek creates an unforgettable waterfront lifestyle and endless entertainment for family, guests, or vacation renters. The natural beauty surrounding the property offers peaceful old Florida charm with native palms, coastal marshlands, abundant wildlife, and scenic water views that feel worlds away from the stress of everyday life.
Inside, the home has been fully updated and is move-in ready. Features include wood-look ceramic tile flooring throughout for easy maintenance, an open and airy floor plan, all-wood soft-close shaker cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and updated bathrooms. The spacious master suite includes twin vanities and a walk-in shower. A large screened porch overlooks the spring run, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing after a day on the water. Washer and dryer are included. The property also features a separate oversized workshop/storage shed for all your tools, kayaks, paddleboards, and outdoor gear.
No HOA and short-term rentals are allowed, making this property ideal as a primary residence, vacation home, or income-producing rental. The spring run flows into the Mud River and eventually out to the Gulf of Mexico, though boating access is limited by a bridge.
Welcome to Palm Grove Colony, a hidden gem in Hernando County located just 60 minutes north of Tampa International Airport with easy access via the Suncoast Parkway. Tucked away from the congestion of US-19 and SR-50, this peaceful spring-fed riverfront community feels like stepping back into old Florida. Residents enjoy access to both the community spring and Little Salt Spring, adding even more value to this unique waterfront lifestyle.
At the heart of the community is the scenic Mud River, a spring-fed waterway flowing approximately three miles to the Gulf at Bayport. Nearby, the famous Weeki Wachee River adds to the area’s natural beauty with its crystal-clear spring water, abundant wildlife, and legendary mermaid attraction that has captivated visitors since the 1940s.
Outdoor recreation opportunities are endless. Spend your days boating, fishing, kayaking, scalloping, paddleboarding, snorkeling, diving, or enjoying unforgettable encounters with manatees and dolphins. Palm Grove Colony offers the rare chance to experience Florida’s natural beauty the way it was meant to be enjoyed—peaceful, scenic, and centered around the water. Discover the magic of spring-fed waterfront living and experience one of the Nature Coast’s most unique properties. Read Less
Courtesy of GULF COAST FISHING HOMES RLTY 813-394-4356
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
1
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
1,486
Lot Size
0.3 Acres
Year Built
1977
MLS Number
W7885877
Additional Details
Property Access
Road Surface: Asphalt
Appliances & Equipment
Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Other equipment: Fire Pit, Private Entrance
Building
Built in 1977, Living area: 1486, Living area units: Square Feet, Building faces East, Levels: One, Construction Materials: Block
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Fire Pit, Private Entrance
Floors
Ceramic Tile
Foundation
Slab
Heating
Central, Electric
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Laundry
Laundry Room
Lot
0.3 acres
Property
Trees/Woods, Water
Roof
Shingle
Sewer
Septic Tank
Taxes
Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: R29-222-17-2850-0000-0012, Public Survey Range: 17, Public Survey Section: 29, Annual Amount: $3,746, Tax Block: ., Tax Book Number: 7-38, Legal Description: PALM GROVE COLONY UNIT 2 A LOT IN SE COR OF LOT 1 BEING 84X131X132X126 MOL, Lot: 1, Year: 2025, Zoning: R2
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Water Source: Public
Water Features
Water Body Name: LITTLE SALT SPRING, Creek
Find The Perfect Home
'VIP' Listing Search
Whenever a listing hits the market that matches your criteria you will be immediately notified.
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of . Information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS, who may not be the office/agent presenting the information. This content last updated on . Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold or may no longer be available.
Confirm your time
Fill in your details and we will contact you to confirm a time.