The Ultimate Guide to Luxury Gated Living on the Florida Gulf Coast

Exclusive Living: Explore Luxury Gated Communities in Destin and Beyond

This is your ultimate guide to some of the most popular luxury gated communities in Destin and the surrounding Florida Gulf coast. Most of our buyers desire a luxurious, secure, and comfortable lifestyle with access to recreational activities and high-end services within an exclusive community.

Some of the most popular features our discerning buyers are looking for in a luxury gated home include waterfront property, access to a golf course and whether the community allows short term rentals. We've addressed this below and included a guide to dozens of the most exclusive Gated Communities in Destin and the nearby Florida Gulf Coast.

Can I get Waterfront?

You'll find that most of the luxury gated communities listed below have a variety of waterfront settings or water views. These range from homes nestled beachfront at the the Gulf of Mexico, bayfront on Choctawhatchee Bay, or situated by one of the picturesque coastal dune lakes in Santa Rosa Beach.

The Gulf Front Experience

A few examplesof the outstanding Gulf front residences include:

Vizcaya, Santa Rosa Beach, FL - Vizcaya is an intimate, Gulf front community of exclusive beach estates in Dune Allen Beach, where almost 1000 feet of private beach is yours to enjoy.

Four Mile Village, Santa Rosa Beach, FL - The most pristine beachfront neighborhood along the Emerald Coast, Four Mile Village is protected by virgin sand and a state preserve to the East. Most seasoned visitors to the area have never heard of this neighborhood. Homes don't come up here often

Destiny, Destin, FL - Nestled around a magnificent stretch of beach, Destiny homes for sale offer an idyllic refuge. Buyers will find Gulf front villas, lake view homes, vacation properties and more, all tucked away in quiet, guard-gated communities.

Beachfront homes in Four Mile Village in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Coastal Dune Lake With a Some Gulf on the Side

If you're interested in a peaceful lakefront experience, with the Gulf just outside your backdoor, these areas are especially desirable:

Camp Creek Point, Inlet Beach, FL - Just sixteen custom homes overlook Camp Creek Lake, on private, wooded lots. The community of Camp Creek Point has over 700 feet of beach frontage along the Gulf of Mexico.

The Retreat, Santa Rosa Beach, FL - Sitting in a slightly elevated location, the ocean and preserve views are truly outstanding. Depending on your home, you could be backing right onto Draper lake, or just a few steps from the soft white sandy beach.

Lake Place at Grayton Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, FL - Nestled in a peaceful little enclave in Grayton Beach, surrounded by trees and woodlands, this gated neighborhood offers a mixture of lakefront homesites, complete with private docks, and interior properties.

Beach & lake homes in Lake Place at Grayton Beach in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Bayfront for Boaters

For those seeking a luxury bayfront experience on Choctawhatchee Bay, there are a couple of choices that come to mind.

Burnt Pine, Miramar Beach, FL - Burnt Pine homes are located in the prestigious and most exclusive gated community of the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and boasts luxurious living, a prestigious address and an incredible array of amenities and activities within easy reach. Burnt Pine is enjoyed by discerning individuals in one of the most envied golf communities in the country.

Churchill Oaks, Santa Rosa Beach, FL - Exclusive bayfront residences span the shore of Choctawhatchee Bay in this exclusive waterfront neighborhood. Park your yacht in your private deep-water slip and have 24 hour access to incredible fishing, boating or Gulf of Mexico adventures.

Bayfront homes in Churchill Oaks in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Can I Rent These Homes?

Many of these Destin and 30A homes allow short term rentals and can provide luctrative investment income when you're not there. If you're interested in a property, just ask your realtor to provide a projected gross rental income.  Others have strict rules against rentals, opting to preserve the privacy and more peaceful nature of a community focused on long-term residency. It's best to verify the rental policies on an individual community basis.

Are there Homes close to a golf course?

We've indicated in the list below whether these homes are close to a golf course. In some cases, homes are backing right onto a fairway. Popular ultra-luxury golf communities include Kelly Plantation and Burnt Pine.

Guide to Florida Luxury Gated Communities Near Destin & the Scenic 30A

The following is a list of luxury gated communities in Destin and the surrounding 30A with Community, City, Average List Price (only for listings over $5M), and the main Feature (Gulf, Lake, Golf, etc.). You can always search all Gated Communities in a variety of price ranges in the Destin area.

The team at destin real estate are highly knowledgeable and experienced in working with the many luxury gated communities near Destin and along the Scenic 30A. We understand that your time is valuable, just give us an idea of the features you're looking for and we'll produce a short list to meet your needs. When you're ready, call Tim Shepard at (850) 325-0004 , and we'll set up a tour so that you can view the properties first hand.

Beachfront homes in Vizcaya at Dune Allen Beach in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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