8248 E Fort Cooper Road This 7.73-acre property offers something incredibly rare in Inverness - large acreage adjacent to town with permanently protected views. Located directly across from Fort Cooper State Park, your backdrop of mature trees, wildlife, and open wilderness is preserved forever - no future development, ever. Aerial photos showcase the full scale - sweeping tree canopy, park frontage, and a level of privacy that's nearly impossible to find this right by the town. Wide open space, quiet mornings, and the kind of peace that's hard to find - all just minutes from everything. Just 1/2 mile to the Withlacoochee State Trail and a short 3-mile bike ride to downtown Inverness - recently recognized as one of the top small towns in the U.S. - with waterfront parks, local restaurants, shops, farmers markets, and access to Tsala Apopka Lake. Build your custom home, excluded homestead, or peaceful retreat while remaining minutes from daily conveniences. Why this property is hard to replace: - Park-front acreage with forever-protected views - In-town proximity without in-town density - No HOA - Low taxes through 2026 via agricultural exemption - New owner can continue exemption with updated forestry plan by May 2027 Property details: - 7.73 acres | Unimproved | Sold as-is - Well and septic required - Flood zone: partially Zone X, partially Zone AE - Zoning: CLR | Single-family residential use Location: - Around 1 hour to Tampa, Orlando, and Gainesville - Minutes to Crystal River and Rainbow River - Easy Gulf and Atlantic coast access Park-front acreage with protected views and trail access this nearby town is a rare find.