SoWal Style: Paradise Vacation Home in WaterSound Beach

Just south of Scenic 30A in the heart of South Walton lies the amazing enclave of WaterSound Beach. The wide open spaces of gulf front dunes with wooden boardwalks is the true SoWal experience of nature's finest.

Sparkling pools and tree-lines streets are the perfect setting for the Cap Cod inspired architecture. At 60 Shingle Lane, a new custom-built home by Dune Construction owns a commanding view, protected by state park to the south that extends to the gulf. The home is for sale and offered by 30A Realty. For more info, and a tour, please call Jan Phillips at (850) 687-1743 for appointment, or Jim Phillips at (850) 276-1316.

To the west are park & pond views, and just a few steps away is one of the meandering walkways that are a signature feature of WaterSound Beach, heralded as one of the most captivating stretches of coastline on the Emerald Coast.

The home has over 5,000 square feet of large open living spaces, five and a half baths plus two spacious screen porches and numerous balconies, a side-entry garage and unique custom craftsmanship & design elements. As you enter this Sophisticated Coastal home you are directed to the Massive set of windows which lead to the custom crafted stairway, beautiful French Oak floors, wainscoating throughout the first level, large laundry room with custom cabinets, double sink and quartz countertops. A private elevator provides convenient access between levels, the chef's kitchen offers a gourmet design with separate butler's pantry with intricate detailing, preparation space & storage.

The kitchen has stunning white-quartz countertops, commercial appliances, sea glass subway tile and large white-quartz island with seating. The open living and dining area is anchored by a row of light-filled mahogany French doors that open up to the stunning fountain pool and spillover spa that celebrates the beauty of the water feature in addition to being one of the largest pools in WaterSound Beach.

The custom outdoor summer kitchen is close by, and a cozy firepit completes the resort-style outdoor living with Sonos sound system, two digital watchdog cameras and state of the art indoor/outdoor speakers. Custom wood ceilings add another layer to the open living and dining area anchored by a gas fireplace with seating in the living room and adjacent to one of the large screen porches overlooking the park and pond.

On the second level you are greeted by an additional living room with wet bar that leads to the outdoor balcony, delightful built-in bunk beds with en-suite bath and two additional spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and beautifully-appointed bathrooms.

Directly off the hallway on the second level is a huge outdoor screened-in bonus room with towering shell-embossed fireplace, gas ceiling lights and room for entertaining large crowds. The third floor leads to the master wing finished in Venetian plaster with a sitting area that leads to a balcony with sweeping views of the gulf.

The luxurious master bath has a large walk-in shower overlooking the gulf, a Kohler Vibracoustic bathtub with Chromatherapy and gas fireplace above to enjoy the true spa experience.

There is a separate living area off the master suite which includes a wet bar, ice maker and everything you need to step up to the fourth-floor tower room with balcony and amazing views of the gulf. This exclusive one of a kind property makes the best out of coastal living indoors and out.

To take a tour, contact the fine folks at 30A Realty!

30A Realty is made up of well-informed locals who are happy to help you learn a little about South Walton and the real estate market. Their office is located behind Angelina’s Restaurant in Seagrove Beach. For more information, please call 850-231-5030. Visit the web site for current homes and land for sale at www.30Arealty.com. Be sure to visit 30A Realty on Facebook for updates, new listings and happenings around South Walton.