6001 Bird Island Dr, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Bird Island — Central Florida’s Only Private Freshwater Island For Sale

Offered at $2,200,000 — Offer Received, Seeking Backup Buyers

Tucked away in the heart of Lake Griffin, just one hour from Walt Disney World, Bird Island is the only private freshwater island currently for sale in Central Florida — a rare 51-acre sanctuary offering unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and development potential.

Property Highlights

• 3–5 acres of buildable uplands — ideal for a luxury compound, eco-retreat, or multi-home estate

• All-new electric infrastructure (2023) — ready for expansion

• 2-bedroom elevated home with panoramic lake views

• Direct access to the Harris Chain of Lakes — 75,000 acres of premier bass fishing and boating

• Hurricane-protected freshwater setting — safer than coastal properties

• Private dock and boat access — complete seclusion with easy mainland reach

Rezoning Potential

Currently zoned for residential use, Bird Island offers strong potential for rezoning to support:

• Eco-tourism or boutique hospitality

• Wellness retreat or event venue

• Multi-home development or legacy compound

Its upland acreage and proximity to major attractions make it a compelling candidate for visionary buyers seeking flexibility and long-term value.

Lifestyle & Location

• 1 hour to Orlando International Airport

• 15 minutes to The Villages

• Surrounded by protected wetlands and wildlife

• Ideal for nature lovers, anglers, and privacy-seekers

Bird Island is more than a property — it’s a legacy opportunity. With an offer already in hand, we’re seeking backup buyers who recognize the rarity and potential of this one-of-a-kind Florida treasure.

This pristine, peaceful island on Lake Griffin is ccessible only by water, and a public boat ramp allows you to access the property by watercraft in five minutes! Just a few minutes from the famous THE VILLAGES, this property has huge potential (with re-zoning) for a water oriented 2nd or primary home, multiple unit get aways, a camp for your organization, or just a peaceful, unspoiled island retreat! Owner lives on the island with a stilted cabin with boat dock, & it has been nicely updated & is move-in ready. There simply aren't many properties like this available in Florida. Enjoy a wide variety of wildlife, including osprey, bald eagles, blue herons, anhinga, ibis, & river otters. If you've been looking for an isolated living environment or an island with many development possibilities, this is it!

Lake Griffin is the 8th largest lake in Florida and is approximately seven miles long. Lake Griffin is the only Harris Chain fishery with controllable water levels because of a lock on Haines Creek with two access points that opened into the Esmeralda Marsh. It's the least developed lake along the Harris chain of lakes that have boater friendly fun. These chain of Lakes have many points of access, restaurants, parks for play and splashing, sea plane adventures and beautiful nature. These chain of lakes include: Lake Harris, Eustis, Dora, Beauclaire and Lake Griffin. Lake Griffin boasts wonderful fishing. There are two locks which control the water levels of the lake. A public boat ramp is accessible on 441 at the south end of the lake at Herlong Park.