Active Kick-Out - contingent upon buyer sale/closing POOL! Experience comfortable Florida living in the highly desirable Lake Lorraine Estates community of Shalimar. With a spacious layout, thoughtful details, and a prime Emerald Coast location, this home is the perfect blend of style, function, and convenience. Inside, you're welcomed by a tiled foyer that leads to a formal dining room accented with crown molding and chair rail details. The main living room features cathedral ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating an inviting space to relax or entertain. The kitchen offers granite countertops, tile flooring, bar seating, and an eat-in dining area, and opens to a secondary living space that provides additional room for gathering. A laundry room with access to the two-car garage adds everyday convenience. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, with all bedrooms featuring ceiling fans and carpet flooring. The spacious primary suite showcases vaulted ceilings and direct access to the outdoor living area, while the en-suite bathroom includes tile flooring, a whirlpool tub, separate glass and tile shower, a walk-in closet, and a double vanity with granite countertops. Step outside to enjoy a covered patio with a ceiling fan and a partially covered deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The privacy-fenced backyard and mature landscaping create a peaceful outdoor retreat. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, and retail centers along Eglin Parkway, as well as Uptown Station, this home offers excellent access to everyday conveniences. The property is also approximately half a mile from the beautiful waters of Lake Lorraine and Choctawhatchee Bay, providing easy opportunities to enjoy boating, fishing, and waterfront views. With its close proximity to downtown Fort Walton Beach, Eglin Air Force Base, and Hurlburt Field, this location offers the perfect balance of accessibility, lifestyle, and Emerald Coast living.