Buyers will find a variety of waterfront homes for sale in Destin and the surrounding area, including condos that overlook the Gulf of Mexico and beachfront estates with deep water dockage for large pleasure craft. You can choose from Intracoastal Waterway, ocean, bay, canal or bayou waters when looking for a waterfront property for you and your family. For a real treat, check out the waterfront homes overlooking rare coastal dune lakes in Destin and off the Scenic 30A Highway.
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This 10.78 Acre Property is the ''Crown Jewel'' of the Emerald Coast with approx. 270' Gulf of Mexico/Beach and Hwy 98 Frontage. The existing 25,963 SF Estate Home has been ''gutted'' so will most likely be a tear down to obtain the Beach Frontage. The...
''Footprints by the Sea''- Impeccably maintained and prominently positioned on the Gulf in Destin Pointe. It offers 70 feet of Gulf frontage sitting directly East of the East Jetty in Destin, with sweeping Gulf views in either direction. Destin Pointe is a...
True Beach front luxury! From the breathtaking views from multiple balconies to the secluded beach, this is a coastal delight! With its recent and complete renovation to its Gulf front pool and spa, Semi True Story is a true Gulf front masterpiece. It...
Behind the gates of Grand Cove sits this beautiful estate, with some of the most amazing bay views we have seen. Architect Geoff Chick masterfully updated the home in 2018, taking full advantage of the prominent site and selecting timeless and exquisite...
A true boater's paradise, 505 Vera Cruz welcomes both the avid angler as well as the weekend cruiser. Currently accommodating a 67' sport fisher on the outside slip plus an additional center console in the interior slip, this property has ample room for...
This outstanding bayfront estate is the ideal permanent residence or second home for those who enjoy boating, water sports and sunset vistas. Packed with wonderful design features, it has many luxury amenities including an elevator, remote screens, Lutron...
NEW CONSTRUCTION in Churchill Oaks! This 4044sf Gregory Jazayeri designed masterpiece, constructed by Coastal Custom Builders, features 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths. Custom finishes throughout include quartz kitchen countertops, oak flooring, Wolf/Sub-Zero...
Entered for comp purposes only. This stately custom built Churchill Oaks home has 5 bedrooms, 5 and 1 half bathrooms, upstairs sitting area, 2-car garage, and a private pool. This classic but contemporary home includes high-end finishes and features...
Imagine living in this prestigious custom-built home by renowned builder Norm McLean. Reached along a lengthy gated driveway, this recently completed coastal contemporary home occupies an oversized lot with a gated winding 400 ' drive and breathtaking...
Boaters and entertainers will want to check out this stunning new bayfront home with its own private pool and carriage house. It goes beyond the norm with a deep-water dock, one of the last in Driftwood. The 60-ft. dock can easily accommodate a larger boat...
This exclusive Waterfront Estate is located on a private 4.5 acre lot, featuring lush landscaping and large oak trees with over 281 feet of deep water frontage on Joe's Bayou. Hidden in the heart of Destin. Features of the spacious 9188 sq. ft home...
Prominently positioned at arguably the most convenient location from Destin to 30A, this stunning new construction residence will grace 100 feet of prime bay front shoreline, capturing unobstructed views from Sandestin to Mid-Bay Bridge, it is perfectly...
Real estate buyers looking for a house along the water will find a beautiful array of styles to choose from in Destin and the Fort Walton Beacharea. There are golf homes in Emerald Bay, Kelly Plantation and Regatta Bay that also offer water access and beautiful views. Indian Bayou and Joe’s Bayou offer deep, protected waters ideal for dockage and slips for large watercraft. Destin boat homes are very popular with the sport fishermen and boating enthusiasts who come to Florida seeking the ultimate in fishing and boating opportunities.
Choctawhatchee Bay, with its many communities, offers a variety of beachfront homes right on the Bay, from posh condos overlooking the water to dock front estates with their own deep water boat slips. Communities on Choctawhatchee include Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Freeport, Niceville, Shalimar and Valparaiso, and several neighborhoods in North Santa Rosa Beach. Choctawhatchee Bay homeowners have direct access to the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, the sheltered waters of the Bay, deep water fishing and the Gulf of Mexico.
The Intracoastal Waterway runs from Carrabelle, FL to Brownsville, TX. Choctawhatchee Bay is a part of this 1050-mile inland waterway. Completed in 1949, the Intracoastal Waterway is mainly used for barge transportation, but is also used for tours, recreational boating and access to Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf. In the Destin area, waterfront properties on the Intracoastal Waterway also afford their owners some incredible wildlife viewing.
Beach or Gulf Front Communities in Destin
If you're seeking a Gulf front home in Destin - one that actually sits on the sand, just steps from the Gulf waters, then the following beachfront communities should be added to your shopping list:
Holiday Isle canal front homes are another option for boating enthusiasts. Holiday Isle is a small, 3-mile-long island just across from Destin with 18 sumptuous Gulf front properties spanning over 2,000 linear feet of soft white sand. The island has ample room for pleasure-craft along the sides of the canals, which provide access to Destin Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. Gulf front homes, canal front houses and Destin-facing properties are all available. View homes for sale in Holiday Isle
Dunes of Destin features eleven beachfront lots ranging from 112 to 132 Sandprint Circle. This gated beachfront community in Destin has 600 feet of private deeded beach, heated community pool and a fishing lake - all in the heart of the finest restaurants and shopping in Destin. View homes for sale in Dunes of Destin
It's not uncommon to see beach homes upwards of 12,000 square feet side-by-side next to charming beach cottages in Crystal Beach. Twenty eight beachfront lots range from a spacious 1/3 to 1/2 acre in size and are found in addresses from 2938 to 3486 Scenic Highway 98. View Homes for sale in Crystal Beach
When it comes to beachfront communities in Destin, Destiny by the Sea is considered the crème de la crème. There are approximately thirty-six Gulf front homes or lots in Destiny by the Sea, spanning 2,000 feet of beach, houses may be found from 4700 to 4772 Ocean Blvd. View Homes for sale in Destiny by the Sea
