Perfectly crafted renovation on the gulf is ready for your unforgettable family retreat or lucrative short-term rental. Never rented under the current or previous owner, and renovated in 2023, this meticulously maintained beach front home is sold fully and professionally furnished and is located outside an HOA! Coastal comfort meets classic elegance with a touch of glam, inside and out, all set overlooking your private beach, perched on one of Destin's highest elevations. Drive in on whimsical pavers to your freshly painted facade and two car garage. Meander through lush landscaping and to the gated side courtyard for this visit's first glimpse of turquoise waters and snow-white sandy beaches. Breathe in warm salt air, no crowds in sight. Just behind you, three levels of deep gulf front balconies capture your full attention. Electronic full-house hurricane shutters are raised for your arrival, giving you a peak of inviting interiors. You can't wait to enjoy a soak in the recently installed hot tub, but the home's interiors are calling. Enter the front door through striking glass doors to a 24' entry and cobalt blue Artscape, illuminated by a cascading beaded-glass chandelier. Pause and smile for a moment but don't miss the first-floor private lockout. With its own fully equipped kitchen plus living and dining, the separate quarters can be rented or enjoyed separately. An alluring black marble staircase calls to the main floor but take the full house elevator if you like. Main floor kitchen/dining/gathering takes family center-stage. The kitchen invites a crowd to gather at the dining bar or at the contrasting natural wood island. You crank up some Tom Petty on the Sonos sound system. Custom white cabinetry stretches to high ceilings and highlights designer Thermador appliances including a glass cook top, warming drawer and paneled refrigerator. Stylish dark granite countertops beg for wine tasting and will forgive a spill or two. The crowd expands to the open concept living/dining but can't-stay-away-from gulf waters so some retreat to the balcony for sunset. At days end, guests retire to one of four additional guest suites or to the downstairs lock-out, all served by private sophisticated sparkling-white tiled baths. The hosts rise to the third floor main ensuite which sits high over the gulf, claiming privacy and expansive gulf views, plus its own sitting room. The main bedroom master bath embraces a touch of Hollywood glam and invites a candle-lit soak for two. If you are looking for a didn't miss a thing, checks all boxes, dream retreat, you've found your way home. Call for a private showing.
