Avenues to Acres modern homestead lifestyle

Modern Living Rooted in Home, Land & Lifestyle

Avenues to Acres™ is a modern lifestyle brand rooted in the belief that finding the property is only the beginning. The greater possibility lies in what home and land can become—and the life they can make possible.

Founded by Florida real estate professional and modern homesteader Shontelle Walton-Raphael, the brand grew from both sides of that journey: helping people find their place, then experiencing firsthand what it means to shape a property into a home, a working farm, a creative space, and something meaningful to pass forward.

Avenues to Acres™ is for those who see property not as a finished product, but as a foundation for living, creating, growing, and building something of their own.

Four Paths, One Purpose

Real Estate — More Than a Transaction
Real Estate

More Than a Transaction

Real estate is the beginning of a new chapter—helping people find the home, land and lifestyle they want to build.
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The Studio — Real Spaces. Original Stories.
The Studio

Real Spaces. Original Stories.

A 1.25-acre Florida content studio where home, garden and lifestyle brands come to life through installations, demonstrations and authentic storytelling.
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The Farm — Growing with Purpose.
The Farm

Growing with Purpose.

The Farm shares specialty plants grown with care in Southwest Florida, helping others create thriving gardens and healthier homes.
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CEO of My Household — CEO of My Household
CEO of My Household

CEO of My Household

Practical lessons on family, finances, homeownership and building a life with intention—one decision at a time.
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OUR BEST SELLER

The Miracle Leaf Plant

From Our Farm to Your Home
Thoughtfully grown at The Raphael Family Farm & Nursery in LaBelle, Florida and available in two popular sizes.
Medium-size Miracle Leaf plant
Medium Size
Large-size Miracle Leaf plant
Large Size

What Clients Say

5.0

Based on 20 RateMyAgent reviews

Verified review · RateMyAgent

Shontelle is an “amazing” Realtor. She’s professional, caring and exudes extensive experience and expertise in her field as a Realtor. She also has an impressive Rolodex and referral system. She is fair and balanced in her approach toward the seller’s and buyer’s needs. We were very impressed with how smoothly our closing process was conducted. Shontelle is, and will continue to be, an outstanding asset to any organization she chooses to work with.

Dr Fred & Margaret Conde

Buyer · Ave Maria, FL · 3 months ago

Verified review · RateMyAgent

Shontelle is the absolute best real estate agent we’ve ever used! She is extraordinary in every way, always showing the highest commitment to her clients. She communicates clearly, directly and proactively. Shontelle is a high-caliber professional who consistently goes above and beyond her responsibilities and goes the extra mile to get results. We only wish we had found her sooner! Rest assured that you will be in the best hands in the business with Shontelle. She offers a fair and objective point of view, a strong drive to get things done and fast responses to questions and consultations. We were thoroughly impressed by her in-depth market knowledge, her analytical skills and her data-driven recommendations. Shontelle is the right person whether you’re looking to sell your property or buy one. We highly recommend her based on our A+++ experience!

J Jose D Alfonso

Seller · Ave Maria, FL · 3 months ago

Verified review · RateMyAgent

She’s very dedicated and follows through quickly and thoroughly. She’s a BEAST!

Seller

Lauderhill, FL · July 25, 2024

Where Modern Living Meets the Land

AFFILIATIONS

Compass Real Estate
Equal Housing Opportunity
Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service

Florida Licensed Nursery • FDACS Registration No. 48033076 • USDA Farm Service Agency Registered Farm

Shontelle Walton-Raphael

Broker Associate | Compass

Serving Southwest and South Florida from the Gulf Coast to the Gold Coast