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$1,950,000

SOUND-TO-GULF - One of the island's original homes, this waterfront cottage has been reborn, blending coastal charm with modern luxury. This 3BR/2.5BA, 2,324 SF home offers 152 FEET ON SANTA ROSA SOUND and Gulf beaches nearby. Inside, exposed beams run throughout, and a DRAMATIC NEW KITCHEN features all-new cabinetry, full-extension drawers, quartz countertops, coffered ceilings, and generous workspace for cooking/entertaining. Exquisitely renovated bathrooms continue the coffered-ceiling detail. The SPECTACULAR FLORIDA ROOM is a true showpiece with a soaring 17-FOOT CEILING, massive exposed Cypress beams, custom molding, a stunning built-in WET BAR, and a full wall of 15-FOOT-WIDE, 8-FOOT-TALL GLASS SLIDING DOORS framing spectacular Sound views from the room and bar. Remote-control blinds add comfort and style. Outside, extensive lighting accents the expansive paver patio and dock, heated pool with waterfall, and COVERED BOAT DOCK WITH BUILT-IN WET BAR, built for serious boating and entertaining. The dock features a 20,000-LB BOAT LIFT, extra-wide walkways, a 10' granite fish-cleaning station with dual sinks, Trex decking and railings, and an elevated SUNDECK with panoramic views of the Sound. To top it all off, enjoy the island lifestyle with one of America's most beautiful beaches nearby, where sugar-white sand crunches beneath your feet and unforgettable sunsets light up both the Gulf and your own backyard. This is the SOUND-TO-GULF lifestyle you've been looking for!

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1012321 MLS

623 Pelican Dr, Fort Walton Beach

$1,150,000

A true architectural treasure on Okaloosa Island, this striking mid-century modern residence was designed to stand apart--and decades later, it remains every bit as distinctive. Perched high above the shoreline with 122 feet of waterfront along the breathtaking Santa Rosa Sound and Intracoastal Waterway, this 2,284-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home pairs iconic design with panoramic water views and an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Once featured in Southern Living Magazine, the home was undeniably ahead of its time and remains a rare piece of Okaloosa Island architectural history. The experience begins before you ever step inside. A sweeping canopy of mature ligustrum creates a private, almost enchanted approach, forming a lush natural passage to the home. As you arrive, a distinctive breeze block wall--a hallmark of mid-century design--offers the first glimpse of the architectural character that awaits. Together with the custom, one-of-a-kind front door, these details create an entrance that feels both private and unmistakably original. Step inside and the home's architecture immediately takes center stage, as sweeping views of the Sound draw your eye through the living spaces and toward the water beyond. Inside, original mid-century character blends effortlessly with contemporary sophistication. Soaring ceilings, an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows create an extraordinary sense of volume, light, and connection to the outdoors. Walls of glass transform the ever-changing beauty of the Sound into living art, while built-in shelving surrounding a striking black granite fireplace provides a dramatic focal point and the perfect backdrop for art, books, and collected treasures. Thoughtfully designed for both privacy and entertaining, each of the home's three bedrooms features its own private bath, while an additional powder room is conveniently positioned just off the main living area. The home's connection to the water continues outdoors, where an expansive paver patio sits high above the shoreline, creating a spectacular setting for entertaining, dining alfresco, or simply watching boats glide along the Intracoastal. With 122 feet of waterfront, the property offers abundant space to embrace life on the Sound, from quiet mornings by the water to unforgettable evenings beneath the coastal sky. A private dock places the best of the Emerald Coast within easy reach. Spend the day boating, fishing, paddleboarding, or cruising to Crab Island and Destin, then return home to the privacy and serenity of your own waterfront retreat. Architecturally significant, effortlessly sophisticated, and unmistakably one of a kind, this is far more than a waterfront home--it is a piece of Okaloosa Island history. Properties with this combination of design, elevation, waterfrontage, and character are rarely offered. This is a home that simply must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated.

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1012145 MLS

521 Dorado Ave, Fort Walton Beach