95 Ansley Forest Drive , Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459(Walton County)

Enjoy life on the bayou from this southern style home, built by Luke & Blue’s Custom Homes in 2013. Located within the private, gated community of “The Estuary," this home sits high and dry on a one-acre lot with 162 feet of private waterfront. It is one of just 39 estate-sized lots. Five beds and four full bathrooms pamper family and guests in comfort and style. A sweeping circular driveway brings you to the front porch with its quintessential swing seat and Bevolo gas lantern. Double mahogany doors lead into an elegant hallway that exudes timeless coastal charm. Step inside and feel the warm ambiance of this traditional family home envelop you. A wall of full-height windows and French doors bathe the entire family room in natural light. The heart of pine plank flooring and reclaimed wood beams tastefully complement the white Shaker-style kitchen cabinets and stainless appliances. A huge quartz-topped island combines bar seating with storage and more workspace. The formal dining room, cozy den, laundry room and a desk nook make good use of the space. Wood-tread stairs lead up to a second sitting room and a bonus room beneath the eaves. Guest bedrooms open directly onto the upper balcony, providing more private space. The master suite is conveniently located on the main floor, providing living all on one level, if required. It has a beautiful bathroom with a twin quartz-topped vanity, soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Updates include new fiber optics and fresh paint upstairs. The screened rear porch is a gathering place for relaxing in the evening and watching birds fly home to roost. Sit on the swing seat, light the wood-burning fire on cool evenings and toast s’mores in the glowing embers. Entertain guests or sit back and savor peaceful moments with captivating views of the wooded backyard and visiting wildlife. A boardwalk winds its way down to the personal dock and boat lift, which has direct access to Choctawhatchee Bay. The oversized garage provides additional space for storing vehicles, bicycles and water toys. Nicknamed “30A on the Bay,” this peaceful enclave is surrounded by mature forest as part of the Point Washington State Forest, which can never be developed. As well as being right on the bay, residents are minutes from white sandy beaches, boutique shopping, gourmet dining and an enviable 30A lifestyle. This beautiful residence is ideal as a peaceful hideaway, vacation home or primary residence.