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12 Lake Essay Drive, 
Panacea, FL 32346

$239,900

2

Beds

1

Bath

1,148

Sq Ft

Single Family

Active

Listed by

Katherine Lewis

Waypoint Properties

850-926-9100

Last updated:

January 27, 2026, 05:42 PM

MLS#

385810

Source:

FL TBR

About This Home

12 Lake Essay Drive

Escape to Wild Azalea Cottage on Lake Essay—a serene lakefront retreat where you can relax and unwind amid soothing birdsong and abundant wildlife. This sun-soaked, stylishly refitted cottage is nestled within the St. Marks Nature Preserve, offering a scenic hidden oasis with endless possibilities. Ideal as a staycation getaway, income-producing rental, or comfortable year-round residence, the home sits on a sprawling private property away from the hustle and bustle while still offering the best of both worlds. Enjoy the peace of nature just minutes from it all—only 10 minutes to sandy Gulf beaches and conveniently close to the charming seaport town of Panacea, featuring shopping, dining, a seafood market, antique shops, marina and boat yards, aquarium, marine park with playground, fishing pier, and scenic biking trails to the beach.

Home Facts

Single Family

1 Bath

2 Bedrooms

Built in 1984

Price Summary

239,900

$208 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

385810

Last Updated:

January 27, 2026, 05:42 PM

Added:

8 month(s) ago

Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

1

Full Bathrooms:

1

Interior

Living Area:

1,148 Sq. Ft.

Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Cottage

Building Area:

1,148 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1984

Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

14,374

Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$239,900

Price per Sq. Ft:

$208 per Sq. Ft.

Source:FL TBR
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