Enjoy privacy and coastal living in this custom-built home, bordered by a natural preserve along the side and rear. Located within a gated, 900-acre community, the home offers convenient access to a short walking trail leading to Bayou Park. Beautiful curb appeal welcomes you with a paver driveway leading to a three-car garage featuring epoxy flooring and ample room for a golf cart. A pillared entrance opens to a polished-tile foyer, introducing the quality craftsmanship found throughout the home. Impressive columns and crown molding define the spacious great room, while a nearby breakfast nook provides a comfortable setting for casual dining. A granite-topped bar adds a welcoming touch for entertaining. Doors open to an expansive screened terrace surrounded by lush greenery, offering generous space for outdoor dining and relaxing in the in-ground heated spa/pool. The first-floor primary suite provides a private retreat with a distinctive bay window and dual walk-in closets. The spacious primary bath features a jetted tub, two cultured marble vanities and a walk-in shower. Also on the main level are a powder room, a large laundry room with a sink and abundant storage, a versatile bonus room or office/bedroom with a built-in bunk and closet. Upstairs, oversized guest bedrooms. An additional bonus room with built-in shelving provide plenty of space for more storage. Whole house generator & central vacuum system. Ideal as a full-time residence or a peaceful second home, this property is close to an array of clubs and amenities, including tennis and pickleball courts, a yoga and fitness center, playgrounds, community pools and a fenced dog park. An 18-hole golf course with stunning bay views enhances the coastal lifestyle, with Destin Commons, Choctawhatchee Bay and the beaches all within easy reach. System updates include a water heater installed in 2026 and a roof replaced in 2022; HVAC- 2017. See the Documents section for the complete list of upgrades and improvements.