Destin FL Real Estate & Homes For Sale

***ABSOLUTE AUCTION WITH NO MINIMUM RESERVE ON JUNE 12, 2013*** INQUIRE FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND BID REGISTRATION FORM*** Welcome to Torretta...Destin, Florida's Most Prestigious Waterfront Estate! Torretta is of a spectacular Tuscan Villa style that is truly a work of art! Situated on indisputably the finest bay-front lot in all of Destin, the sprawling 1.8 acre estate is located in the exclusive gated neighborhood of Waterford in Kelly Plantation and is a masterpiece beyond compare, with over 410' of water frontage on the Choctawhatchee Bay and Jones Bayou. Custom built to exact specifications using the finest of materials and the very latest in technology, this estate is the epitome of elegance and sophistication. A brick-paved motor court leads to the dramatic arched limestone entrance, flanked by two lion sculptures and iron Cantera doors. The grand foyer has dual stairways, each with hand-forged railings complementing the styling of the front doors, and allows for direct views through to the expansive pool pavilion with the ultimate backdrop; the serene bay waters! The first level features an open, inviting floor plan that is perfect for entertaining. A formal living and formal dining room flank the grand foyer. The dining room opens to a large wet bar with commercial grade 3' x 5' walk-in cooler and the family/casual dining area/kitchen. A round floor-to-ceiling saltwater aquarium is just one amazing focal point of this magnificent space. The gourmet kitchen would please the fussiest cook, with plenty of custom cabinetry, professional-grade stainless appliances, and gleaming granite counters. Just beyond the family room and visible from the kitchen is the home theater room, featuring stadium seating and 113' wide screen. The luxurious master wing has a large bedroom with three plasma televisions mounted to the ceiling over the bed, a waterfront sitting area, a fireplace, a sumptuous bath with a sunken, two-person Jacuzzi tub, a large walk-in shower, double vanities, and two very large walk-in closets. Two additional bedroom suites are on the first level, as well as an exercise room. Take the stairs or the elevator to the second level to find three additional bedroom suites, a wet bar and adjoining den, a spa room, a large storage room, two offices with a private entrance, and a large balcony overlooking the bay and pool area. Step outside on the first level to a tropical oasis, with a beach-entry pool, a fountain with swim-up bar, and a lanai with summer kitchen and fireplace--all screen enclosed and with one of the most spectacular views! Stacking sliding glass doors open from the family room, formal dining room, and living room onto the lanai, expanding the living and entertaining space. There are two garages; the north garage can accommodate six cars, while the south can accommodate three. In addition to the main house, a guest house over the north garage has two bedrooms, a full kitchen and living area, and a private entrance. So much thought went into each and every detail of this magnificent home! Finely appointed throughout with ruffled travertine floors, alderwood doors, hardwood floors, trayed ceilings, dome and hand painted ceilings, and faux finishes. Also includes heated pet rooms with doggie doors, a commercial-grade sprinkler system, a geo-thermal heating and cooling system, smart house wiring so that the touch of a button can change the lighting, pull up the weather forecast, or to tune in on a favorite style of music on keypads throughout the home, and much more! Of course, the grounds feature lush landscaping, as well as a boat dock with slips. A property of this caliber is a rarity and will certainly be admired by discriminating ownership that demands the finest detail money can buy! Please click the main image to view additional images and specifications.

FABULOUS ESTATE HOME IN THE HEART OF DESTIN LOCATED IN THE PREMIER SUBDIVISION IN DESTIN. BEAUTIFUL GATES WELCOME YOU AS YOU ARRIVE AT THIS ONE OF A KIND HOME ON DEEPWATER SURROUNDED BY LUSH LANDSCAPING. CIRCLE DRIVE BRINGS YOU TO THE ENTRANCE OF THIS GRAND ESTATE! ONCE YOU WALK IN THE DOOR YOU ARE OVERWHELMED BY THE OPULENT DECOR. THE HOME OFFERS A VERY OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH HIGH CEILINGS, FABULOUS MOLDINGS, MAJESTIC WINDOWS FACING THE WATER AND EXTREMELY NICE FURNISHINGS. ALL THE FURNISHINGS WILL REMAIN EXCEPT FOR A FEW EXCEPTIONS. A DETACHED GARAGE WITH GUEST HOUSE ARE LOCATED WITHIN THE GATED PROPERTY. SO MANY DETAILS.BEAUTIFUL POOL WITH SPA ARE RIGHT AT YOUR BACK DOOR. THIS TYPE HOME DOES NOT BECOME AVAILABLE OFTEN SO PLEASE TAKE TIME TO VIEW AND TAKE IN ALL THE WONDERFUL FEATURES THIS HOME OFFERS.

Spectacular! There is no other way to describe this one of a kind Penthouse at St. Thomas at Silver Shells. This is the most exclusive address in Destin. Custom built and designed with upgrades to include the ultimate in high end finishes and extras. The piece de resistance is the 2700 square foot roof top terrace with summer kitchen, fireplace, wet bar, outdoor shower and breathtaking endless views in every direction. Enter the penthouse from your semi-private elevator that opens directly into the condo's elevator foyer. Step into the condo through lead glass and iron double doors and be mesmerized by the beauty and elegance of Penthouse 4A. The spacious gulf front living and dining area includes floor to ceiling windows, inlaid wood and marble flooring, trey ceilings, columns, fireplace and multiple built-ins. The wet bar area has an ice maker, wine fridge and a gorgeous iron door leading to the wine cellar. Elegant balustrades set off the covered gulf front terrace accessible from the kitchen, living/dining area and master bedroom. The kitchen with awesome views is a chef's delight with a Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, Dacor 6 burner gas range with double ovens, convection oven and warming drawer, Bosch dishwasher, beautiful custom built cabinetry and gorgeous granite countertops. The large center island provides ample work space for the gourmet chef, storage galore; including 2 large sub zero cooling drawers. In addition there is a gulf front breakfast room and keeping room with fireplace. The spacious master with sitting area and morning kitchen has an amazing wall of windows providing incredible gulf views and an awesome master bedroom closet. The incredible master bath has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the beach, a Jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower with multiple shower heads, separate vanities and his & her water closets. The cabinetry, doors and trim must be seen to be fully appreciated. Storage and built in cabinet space abound in every room in the house. The den/media room has a trey and faux finished ceiling and built-ins across 2 walls. A separate media closet makes accessing the home's electronics easy and accessible. Both guest rooms are large providing privacy and in suite baths. There are multiple terraces which can be accessed from every room. For the discerning buyer who wants "only the best". This property is incomparable and unsurpassed and is not duplicated in the area. Walk up the wide marble staircase with beautiful iron railing to access the rooftop terrace. The views are indescribable. Part of the terrace can be closed off and is heated and cooled. Must see to fully appreciate this incomparable space providing multiple seating areas, summer kitchen, wet bar, fireplace, outdoor shower, and bath. For those who love to entertain, this is the place! On the parking level, you have an oversized 4 car garage with a separate work and storage room. St. Thomas is an exclusive rental restricted building with an elegant lobby, library, beachside pool and hot tub for residents only, deeded garage parking, climate controlled storage units and semi-private elevators that open directly into each unit. The Silver Shells Resort provides every amenity imaginable: including 24 hour gated and guarded entrance, cardio & weight rooms, 4 tennis courts, basketball court, grills and picnic area, a 7500 sq.ft. lagoon pool, an indoor/outdoor heated pool, several hot tubs, the Silver Shells Day Spa and Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. This 30 acre resort, with lots of green space, has over 1000 feet of beach and a Sand Bar on the beach serving food and drinks in season. Shown by appointment only to qualified buyers. Buyers to verify square footage.

Proudly presenting one of Destin's most historic estates, the Clary Mansion...nestled on a bluff overlooking scenic Joe's Bayou in Destin. Never before offered for sale, this graceful residence encompasses 8,500 square feet, 5 private bedroom retreats with 5 baths. Its irreplaceable, tranquil setting boasts 300 feet of deep-water on a vast 3.38 acre estate comprised of three contiguous lots. The fabulous detail is consistent through every stately room in the home, which was constructed under the strict supervision of the famed owners, Roger & Ella Clary, original partners in the world famous Tropicana Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The level of grandeur of this remarkable property is unparalleled in Destin! Private showings are by scheduled appointment only.

"Casa De Ceilo" on the Gulf! Gorgeous four bedroom, four full plus two half bath Gulf front residence in highly desirable Destiny by the Sea. Finely appointed throughout with travertine and marble floors and baseboards, raised ceilings, eight foot solid core doors, crown molding, elevator, gourmet kitchen with custom cherry cabinetry, gleaming granite counters and breakfast bar, upgraded appliances. Luxurious Gulf front master suite has sitting area and private balcony and a sumptuous bath with granite counters, double vanities, jetted tub, walk-in shower, double walk-in closets. Additional custom features include an elevator, home theater room with Starry Night ceiling and wet bar. Fourth level features a bonus room leading to a terrace with hot tub and incredible Gulf views! Impressive rental history! As always, all fees and dimensions should be verified.

Fabulous newly constructed home at The Estates at Indian Point, Destin's next & most exclusive gated bay front community. Gorgeous lot with mature live oaks and over 147 feet of water front on the Bay and at the mouth of deep water Indian Bayou. With 7,850 square feet of living space, this spectacular home lives large with seven bedrooms, seven full and two half baths, formal living and dining room with fireplace, large open kitchen with custom cabinetry, built-in professional grade stainless appliances, granite counter tops and large breakfast bar, great room with fireplace and wood beamed ceiling, home theater room, luxurious master suite with fireplace and spa inspired bath, library, wine room, office with beautiful built-in's & Fireplace, Game Room, Large Screened Outdoor Living Room with Summer Kitchen & fireplace, in ground bay front pool and hot tub, deepwater boat dock with dockage for 70'+ vessel, three car garage, and so much more! A one of a kind home on a one of a kind lot! Seller will consider trade!

GULF FRONT ELEGANCE---110 FEET ON THE BEACH WITH BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF THE GULF OF MEXICO. THIS HOME HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RENOVATED. FABULOUS KITCHEN WITH CUSTOM CABINETS, BRUSHED GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, TOP OF LINE APPLIANCES AND EXPANSIVE BAR IN CENTER OF KITCHEN. SPACIOUS MASTER SUITE WITH LARGE SITTING AREA FACING THE BEACH COMES COMPLETE WITH MARBLE BATH AND GLASS TILE SHOWER. YOU ENTER THIS ELEGANT HOME THROUGH EUROPEAN STYLE FRONT DOORS. THIS HOME HAS A 4 CAR GARAGE WITH 2 SPACES HEATED AND COOLED. A LARGE JACUZZI FLOWS INTO THE OVERSIZED POOL RIGHT AT THE BACK DOOR. THIS GATED HOME SITS ON OVER AN ACRE FACING THE BEACH. THERE IS A LOT ACROSS THE STREET AT 625 GULF SHORE DR WITH 2 DEEPWATER BOATSLIPS THAT CAN BE PURCASED WITH THIS HOME AT AN ADDITIONAL COST. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE ALL THE FINE DETAILS! THIS HOME HAS GREAT RENTAL INCOME. Listing Broker/Salesperson has ownership interest in the property.

Absolutely stunning waterfront estate in the desirable gated golf community of Kelly Plantation! Meticulously designed and luxuriously appointed throughout, this spectacular home, built by Johnson Custom Builders, was the winner of the prestigious Aurora Award. Impressive curb appeal, with a circular brick paver drive, beautiful Wyland dolphin fountain, porte cochere, a three-car garage and a two-car garage and gorgeous 10 foot Honduran mahogany and glass entry doors leading to the grand foyer which features soaring 24 foot ceilings, a sweeping staircase, designer lighting. The formal living area has a wine bar with granite counters, ice machine, wine refrigerator, a 100 gallon "living coral reef" aquarium separates the living room from the formal dining room. Just off the formal dining area is the open leisure room/casual dining/gourmet kitchen which features a Thermadore gas range, double ovens, two warming drawers, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, four refrigerator drawers, ice machine, two dishwashers, walk-in pantry, menu desk, loads of custom cabinetry, gleaming granite counters, large breakfast bar, dining area overlooking the lanai and pool. The first floor is also home to the library/study and the grand master suite which features an exercise room, morning kitchen, spacious bedroom with fireplace and a luxurious bath with two large vanities, large glass walk-in shower, jetted tub and private water closet. Take the curved marble staircase or the elevator to the second level and enjoy the open Captain's Quarters, complete with entertainment center, wet bar with refrigerator, ice machine and microwave. There's plenty of room for a billiards table and games table! In addition, there are two master suites, and two additional bedrooms with a Hollywood bath on the second level. All these rooms open onto the balcony of the two-story screened lanai overlooking the pool and bayou. On the first level, all living areas and master suite open onto a tremendous screened lanai, complete with covered outdoor living and dining areas, summer kitchen, sparkling heated pool and hot tub, expanding the living and entertaining space. This is a boater's paradise with a private dock accommodating a 65 foot vessel, additional boat slips, personal watercraft lifts, jet ski port, fish cleaning station and fabulous bay views! Additional custom features of this spectacular residence include geothermal heating and cooling system, Smart House wiring for sound, security, lighting, heating and cooling which can be controlled from a remote location, surround sound in leisure room, first level master and captains quarters, elevator, outdoor fiber optic lighting, custom sculpted turtle fountain, marble floors, faux finishes and so much more! Kelly Plantation homeowners enjoy the finest of amenities including manned security gates, Owner's Club, pool, tennis courts, playground, golf club with restaurant, activities director and more! This is a must see for the discriminating buyer! As always, all dimensions important to the buyer should be verified.

Renovated in 2010, this home embodies timeless elegance on the Gulf in Dunes of Destin. With 4 stories of large balconies perched above emerald waters and sugary white sand, "Jewel in the Sand" lives up to its name. Blending traditional elements with modern accents, all interpreting the Gulf, this 6 bedroom, 7200 sq. ft. home is a new vision of the classic beach home. Sparkling Gulf waters beckon at every turn, guiding you from room to room. The floor plan offers rare privacy for a variety of combinations of owners and guests. Beyond Dunes of Destin's gated entrance, this home's high-design architectural style will impress visitors. Upon entering the home, the updates and renovations are apparent: recessed lighting, travertine floors, rich crown molding, custom built-ins, gas fireplaces, and more. On the ground floor, two guest suites, a bunk room, and living area with morning kitchen lead to a large paver patio and BBQ area. A private beach boardwalk ascending a rolling sand dune leads directly to the beach. The elevator and stairs guide you to the second floor - the heart of the home. The Gourmet Kitchen with a breakfast bar, custom cabinetry, stainless steel GE Profile appliances, a double oven and island with glass cook top will delight the cook in your family. Located within reach of the kitchen, the spacious, open Gulf facing living room and dining room are ideal for entertaining. All rooms capture views, and each floor offers a spacious balcony overlooking the Gulf. The third floor features the Master Suite, offering direct access to the balcony and en suite bath, a guest suite with private bath, and laundry. The glamorous Master Bath features a large glass walled shower, dual vanities, his and her water closets and an elevated whirlpool tub with views of the Gulf. Accessible by stairs or elevator, the fourth level offers a private guest suite with living room, summer kitchen, two bedrooms, one and a half baths and a covered and sunning balcony. Additionally, this home features a double garage and parking for four vehicles. This iconic vacation rental is expected to generate more than $180K in rental income this year. Dunes of Destin is a desirable gated community with private beach access, a community pool, and a lake. Call to make an appointment to see this luxurious home today!

Elegance is what you will find in this luxurious 2 story 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath Penthouse. This amazing upgraded property is located on the North side of Destin Harbor and nestled in 2.5 acres with almost 500 feet of waterfront! Exclusive rental restricted condo building offering heated waterfront pool, private boardwalk, conference room, parking garage, private guest quarters for visitors and a private gym. Your boat slip is included with this upscale property. You will be amazed at the views of East Pass, Destin Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico from this "TEN STAR DIAMOND" property. This residence features large balconies, travertine floors, gas fireplace, built-in bookcases wet bar, custom kitchen with Viking appliances, and a sound-proof home theater just to name a few of the amenities you will enjoy. The master suite features double vanities, separate shower, walk-in closets and a private balcony. Square footage, measurements & dimensions are approximate and should be verified by the buyer.