Watch the sun sink into the bay from this custom-designed, majestic waterfront estate on a sprawling 1.1 acres with dockage, spacious pool and plenty of room for indoor and outdoor entertaining. From the long circular drive to the charming central courtyard ringed with balconies, this 7,401 sf home embraces your family and friends with the warm and welcoming spirit of New Orleans. While space abounds, the 7 bed/5 full bath/2 half bath compound is comfortably divided into a two-wing main home, separate carriage house with an efficiency apartment, expansive pool deck with brick fire pit, and a fun summer kitchen/man cave with the cozy atmosphere of a local bar and grill. The main home wows your guests with a dramatic front entrance, antique doors, copper gutters and stunning old Chicago brick accents while old-fashioned Southern charm invites them to stay with brick interior archways, outdoor alcoves for reading or relaxing, plus private covered balconies and porches tucked in throughout the design. The main house gourmet kitchen is outfitted with a new Subzero refrigerator, two Bosch dishwashers, Jenn-Aire cooktop, wine coolers, warming drawer and an oversized L-shaped granite island. The adjoining dining room includes the convenience of a built-in custom buffet with warming drawer. The primary bedroom is on the ground floor with open bay views, soaring ceiling, separate sitting area and a stunning primary bath with a surprise private garden. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and full baths, and a recently updated media room/gym/bonus room. The separate two story guest wing adds 3 more bedrooms, 2 full baths and a separate full kitchen. The estate also offers the advantage of two laundry areas. Outside is a substantial backyard and a huge 20 x 40 pool trimmed in Tennessee bluestone. The bayfront dock includes two boat lifts, a boat house, jet ski lift, kayak platform and flow-through decking for longevity. The main house and guest annex also have a new metal roof. Driftwood Estates is located down Mack Bayou near Sacred Heart Hospital, A+ rated public schools, Grand Boulevard for dining and shopping, and is just minutes from 30A beaches. Call today to schedule your private visit to this one-of-a-kind estate.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: New Orleans
Year Built: 2004
Stories: 2
Living Area: 7,401 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Mainsail Realty Company
Office Email: brokerclayton@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Clayton F Bonjean
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Gas Oven, Washer, Wine Cooler
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
Interior: Built-in Bookshelves, Ceiling Crown Molding, Guest Quarters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Plantation Shutters, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Wet Bar, Window Treatment(s)
Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 5
Total Bedroom Count: 7
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: Yes
Waterfront: Bay, Rocky Shoreline
View: Bay
Exterior: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Boathouse, Boatlift, Cabana, Dock, Fenced Lot-Part, Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pool - Enclosed, Pool - In-Ground, Porch Screened, Sprinkler System, Summer Kitchen
This property is $4.5M more than the Median Sold Price and $230/SqFt more than other homes in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: #964976
Listing Office:
Office Name: Mainsail Realty Company
Office Email: brokerclayton@gmail.com
Listing Agent: Clayton F Bonjean
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Jul 17, 2012
Jul 17, 2012Home Sold
$2,000,000
Aug 27, 2001
Aug 27, 2001Home Sold
$475,000
Jun 19, 2000
Jun 19, 2000Home Sold
$360,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$12,129
$1,761,579
2019
$11,784
$1,229,037
2017
$12,726
$1,321,163
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
8
/10
Van R. Butler Elementary School
6694 W County Highway 30A
Distance between this listing and this school5.06 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
10
/10
Bluewater Elementary School
4545 Range Rd
Distance between this listing and this school7.88 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Destin Elementary School
630 Kelly St
Distance between this listing and this school10.36 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Destin Middle School
4608 Legendary Marina Dr
Distance between this listing and this school6.47 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
7
/10
Lewis School
281 Mississippi Ave
Distance between this listing and this school11.69 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
7
/10
C.W. Ruckel Middle School
201 Partin Dr N
Distance between this listing and this school11.91 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
South Walton High School
645 Greenway Trl
Distance between this listing and this school8.59 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
/10
Niceville High School
800 John Sims Pkwy E
Distance between this listing and this school11.88 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
/10
Seaside Neighborhood School
10 Smolian Cir
Distance between this listing and this school12.57 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,907. Typical income of Santa Rosa Beach, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 389 Driftwood Point Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 389 Driftwood Point Rd property is $5,495,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 389 Driftwood Point Rd is a house located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, 32459.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 389 Driftwood Point Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $12,129 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 17, 2012 for $2,000,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 389 Driftwood Point Rd has 7 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 389 Driftwood Point Rd is 7,401 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 389 Driftwood Point Rd is 2004.
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This home is located at 389 Driftwood Point Rd in Santa Rosa Beach, FL and zip code 32459. This 7,401 square foot home, which was built in 2004, sits on a 1.10 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 28, 2024 and is currently priced at $5,495,000.
Santa Rosa Beach, FL housing market in December 2024 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 9 sold at listed price and over 68 sold below. Between November 2024 and December 2024, Santa Rosa Beach, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 1.7%. While the average time on the market in December 2024 was 133 days, the median list price was $956,666.
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