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        <author>rolivarez@oceanreefresorts.com (Destin Real Estate Sales)</author>
        <title>Own a Boater's Paradise at Kelly Plantation Destin</title>
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Destin has become a go-to destination among the rich and famous for several years now. In fact, many have established their primary residence here along the Emerald Coast. This is to no surprise with our area's crystalline white beaches and glowing jewel-toned gulf waters. Destin offers an idyllic lifestyle for vacations and privileged residency. If you are looking to acquire the crème de la crème of homes with a big boat dock, this regal residence on the bay at 4512 Olde Plantation Pl in Destin is the spot for you





This lavish, exclusively gated family estate is in the already exclusively gated Kelly Plantation residential community. Kelly Plantation, which was named after one of Destin's original founding families, is a highly prestigious world of its own. This community spans 900 acres of lushly landscaped grounds studded with natural lagoons, lovely lakes, and forested trails beside the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay. An award-winning championship golf course meanders through these surroundings and runs along part of the shoreline. A classically columned clubhouse includes a swimming pool, five lighted tennis courts, and a fitness facility. The main entrance on Emerald Coast Parkway is exquisitely gated with double fountains that lead to a lovely boulevard flanked by glossy magnolias and tropical plantings. This locale is minutes away from beachfront restaurants with friendly bars, grocery stores, and popular shopping destinations like Destin Commons. If you have your own Leer Jet, the private Destin airport is very close by, and the Midbay Bridge quickly leads to the Destin / Ft. Walton Beach Airport for travel connections to Europe and elsewhere.





The very best properties in this piece of paradise overlook the serene, beautiful bay. This stellar estate is at the tip of a precious private peninsula on the bay with superb 180-degree panoramic views. These incredible heavenly vistas can be seen from almost every room in the house. The gated grounds, which span almost two acres, are bordered by established clusters of live oak trees for privacy, while magnolias and palm trees provide tropical beauty. A paver stone driveway leads past the gate and circles around the front of this stately Tuscan-styled villa with a classic fountain in its center. Five attached garages swing out to one side of the main residence, including a separate large Guest House with upscale living quarters, a kitchen, one-bedroom, and a luxury bath. This home encompasses an amazing 9,411 square feet with a total of five bedrooms with ensuite baths. Another 6,708 square feet of usable space includes columned verandas, balconies, porticos, and screened porches for opulent entertaining. Lions flank an impressive stately portico entrance leading to a palatial foyer.





Once inside, a towering two-story ceiling rises into a round dome. An open staircase off to one side sweeps up to an ornate greeting balcony that looks down upon the foyer. A decorative metal vintage chandelier hangs suspended from high above a floor adorned with an inlaid medallion design in the center of the gleaming light marble tile that flows throughout the entire lower level of this palace. White Corinthian columns frame open portals into the central main living area, a sunny open breakfast room beside the gourmet kitchen, and an entire wing that houses the expansive master bedroom suite. Two steps lead down to the formal living area with a wall of windows framing the gorgeous bay views. A stylish white-columned fireplace mantle with dark inlaid ebony toned marble accents this space.





The breakfast room sits beside a seamless glass-paneled wall that looks out upon the bayside swimming pool that resembles a lovely lagoon and includes a bubbling hot tub that cascades water down into the pool beside it.





The spacious kitchen features high-end appliances, cream-colored custom cabinetry, sleek dark granite-topped counters, an island, a wraparound curved bar flanked with two columns, and a butler's pantry.





This pantry leads directly into the formal dining room that includes a soaring round tray ceiling, a gilded vintage chandelier, a triple wall of windows, and a tall arched faux portal completed entirely with a mirror.





The kitchen bar looks out into the family room, which features a gas fireplace with walls of built-in shelving on each side and two sets of glass doors that lead out to the bay view pool patio.





A portal leads from the family room into a rich, dark, handsome den that serves as a media room with two extra-large flatscreen TVs mounted one above the other for those &quot;must-see&quot; games. Another set of glass doors leading to a veranda overlooks the lovely bay in the distance.





This home's magnificent master suite wing off the entry foyer is exceedingly spacious. It includes a seating area in a bay window nook, a private den, and one of the most sumptuous luxury baths you have ever seen





An extended dressing area has two opposite walls, each with a cream-colored antique washed vanity cabinet lavished with gold decorative wreaths. This area leads to a raised temple-like marble-lined soaking tub with columns on all four corners that looks out upon a curved walk-in shower with open entrances on each side that arcs around the tub. An entire wall of floor-to-ceiling seamless glass panel windows looks out upon a garden area.





The other bedrooms are upstairs off the open imperial staircase landing, including individual luxury baths embellished with gorgeous stylish vanities. Two of these plush suites include windows providing stunning views of the bay, and one has glass doors that lead out to the upper-level balcony accented by classic balustrade railings.





An additional living area centered off the bedrooms includes a custom-built bar with light mottled granite countertops and a game room off to one side. A very spacious seating area looks down upon the open grandiose entry foyer and has a wall of glass balcony doors that frame the bay's beauty. These doors lead outside to the bay view balcony, where you may also see the lovely pool below.





A private dock has power and deep water access that can berth three yachts. Currently, there is a 70' and 55' yacht anchored there, along with a center console fishing boat and some jet skis.





This majestic mansion is listed at $8,000,000, coming in at $850.07 per square foot. There are only two other bayfront homes for sale at Kelly Plantation. One encompasses 15,829 square feet that includes six bedrooms listed at $15,000,000. Another with 7,229 square feet and five bedrooms is offered at $10,900,000. These homes come in at a combined average price of $1,123.25 per square foot, making this monumental property look like a deal


If you are a prospective buyer and ready to make an offer, contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate office today at 877-392-6085. We will set up a private tour, provide complete details and give you a professional comparative market analysis of these homes, others that may have pending contracts, as well as data on properties sold here within the past twelve months. This information will allow you to make an informed purchase offer for this forever dream home as well as a place to anchor your yacht


 
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        <title>Who Lives in Destin?</title>
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Ocean Reef Resorts has had the privilege of providing fine distinctive privately owned vacation rentals in Destin since 1982. Generations of guests have happily stayed every year at one of our professionally managed properties along with kids and even grandkids. It has become a wonderful passed down family tradition. This is not a surprise since the shimmering white crystalline beaches and jeweled waters of the glowing gulf continually receive national accolades. Our guests have made this their BEACH “home away from home”  


Who Visits Destin


They are in good company. The average income of visiting families is $178,600. It is a convenient “drive to” destination for many since 82 take a car down to see us and 72 bring their kids since this is a very family friendly place to be. About 76 come from cities in the Southeast and Texas. Most visitors are from these top five cities: Atlanta 18; Dallas/Fort Worth 10; Birmingham &amp; Nashville 6 and Houston 5. An extensive study revealed that while here 98 go to the beach, 93 eat in restaurants, 83 spend relaxing leisure time with their families and 73 go shopping. In 2018 visitors to the Emerald Coast rated overall enjoyment of their vacation experience at a 9.2 on a scale of 1 to10 and 95 plan to come back. A full 20 in the current year are first-time visitors.  


Celebrities in Destin







Destin, Miramar Beach and the lovely coastal villages established along Scenic 30A in South Walton also have visitors who are famous national celebrities and some of them have homes here. Tom Cruise was spotted years ago at Café 30A with his wife at the time Nicole Kidman. John Travolta was seen on Holiday Isle. Jim Carrey and Laura Linney were in Seaside almost twenty years ago when they filmed on location there for a fantasy comedy called “The Truman Show”. Wayne Rogers who played Trapper John on the popular TV show “Mash” retired to Kelly Plantation.  Political strategists James Carville and Mary Maitland and singer Jessica Simpson have recently been spotted in Seaside at Bud &amp; Alleys. Actress Katie Holmes and her daughter Suri spent Memorial Day weekend in Rosemary Beach. Garth Brooks and Tricia Yearwood fly down there from Nashville on a regular basis for vacations. Other celebrities and sometime residents who have homes here include Britney Spears, Sheryl Crow (who frequents the Red Bar in Grayton Beach), Jessica Simpson, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, and Keith Urban. Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning and his two time Super Bowl winning brother, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, have been seen at Baytowne enjoying seasonal festivities. Other football players who spotted here include Cam Newton, Kevin Greene, Jason Elam, Keith Brooking, Danny Wuerffel along with basketball legend Michael Jordan. Peyton and Eli Manning, Cam Newton and Danny Wuerffel have homes here. Matthew McConaughey was on the Jimmy Kimmel Show and told him all about his love of Destin. Jimmy Kimmel asked him where it was located and McConaughey replied: “I’ll fly you down there” Celebrities who visit Destin love to do so incognito since besides the beautiful beaches and gorgeous gulf they are not bombarded by the paparazzi during their stays here. Those who own residences usually buy them through LLCs or under other names to maintain their privacy. Others who are not as private and maintain homes or luxury condos here include: Britney Spears in Destin;  Bestselling novelist John Grisham at Kelly Plantation; Vince Gill and Amy Grant at Seascape; Dallas Cowboy team owner Jerry Jones at Four Mile Village; members of the Sam Walton (Wal-mart) family, Keith Urban and Luke Bryan along Scenic 30A;  Republican political advisor Karl Rove in Rosemary Beach; former Governor Mike Huckabee, (father of White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee-Sanders)  in Blue Mountain Beach.  An acclaimed celebrity hairstylist from Hollywood named Scott Tyler moved to Grayton Beach a few years ago to semi-retire and opened a salon there. His previous clients included Barbara Walters, Madonna, Kathy Bates, Sharon Stone, Diane Sawyer, Marisa Tomei, Leeza Gibbons and even Frankie Avalon. Undoubtedly he’s told them all about it He was also the award-winning hairstylist for the Academy Awards for three years.  Country pop singer Jessica James Decker and nationally renowned chef Emeril Lagasse live in the exclusively gated residential enclave of Burnt Pine within the already gated community of Sandestin. Lagasse loves it here so much he hosted a walking tour of Harborwalk Village a few years ago on the Good Morning America News Program when they released results of a nationwide poll that declared Destin the Fourth Most Beautiful Place in America. After moving here he opened his own restaurant on Grand Boulevard.


Living in Destin





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Many others who have come down to play have bought to stay at least for family vacations since only 64 of homes in the Destin area are owner-occupied year round. Many rent out their homes or condos through Ocean Reef Resorts during a large part of the year but reserve them for their own use for special holidays or vacations. This helps provide lucrative income as well as certain tax benefits. Destin has a population of about 15,000 but of the 703 homes currently for sale, almost one third (228 of them) are priced $1,000,000 or more. They are in high demand since real estate appreciation has been averaging around 7 each year. Fortunately for most average buyers the median home price in Destin currently stands at  $279K while those in adjoining Miramar Beach are at $395K. If you want to join in to take advantage of owning your own place in paradise contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate division at 877-392-6085. Our staff of friendly professional Realtors can give you an in-depth market analysis of comparable properties for sale, annual rental income estimates for possible property investment and schedule a tour of homes you may be interested in seeing. We will be pleased to be of service



 


 
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        <title>Destin Real Estate with a View</title>
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The most highly sought after properties in Destin are those that “have a view.” By “view” of course, we are talking about a waterfront property, but &quot;waterfront&quot; can be like comparing apples to oranges. What these properties do have in common is the fact that they are all on the water. However, they may be beside the beautiful beach, on the shores of the vast expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay, on a canal at Holiday Isle or on Destin’s harbor. Each type has its own special accouterments. So without further ado, let's take a look at the varietals of Destin Real Estate with a View


Beachfront Destin Real Estate





MLS 805941:  2988 Scenic Hwy 98


Homes on the shimmering bright crystalline beach in Destin are premier, prestigious properties and considered the ultimate location by many buyers. Residents can walk right out their back door to their own beautiful beach and plunge into the warm jewel-toned waters of the luminescent gulf. The panoramic vistas of the sparkling sensational scenery span out into the southern horizon. Besides the gorgeous views, you may also hear the soothing sounds of the surf. During the summer months, full moons rise over the gulf towards the east while during the winter the sun drops into the western waters in glorious heavenly fashion. In Destin beachfront properties extend from the western tip of Holiday Isle all the way down Scenic Highway 98 past the Crystal Beach neighborhood to the eastern side of prestigious Destiny, ending at the border of Miramar Beach. Since location determines demand, which also defines value, these homes are usually the most expensive.  Currently, there are 12 gorgeous beachfront homes for sale in Destin ranging in price from $998,999 for a three bedroom beach cottage* with 1,924 square feet ($519.23 per square foot) up to $4,599,000 ($1,009 per square foot) for a five-bedroom 4,558 square foot beachside villa. The average price of the twelve homes listed for sale comes in at $2,946,500 ($682.83 psf). Within the last 12 months, there have been six sales of beachfront homes ranging from $655,000 for a three bedroom 1,924 square foot cottage* up to $3,745,000 for a seven bedroom 5,632 square foot beach home with an average sale price at $2,400,000 ($611.43 psf).*NOTE: The three bedroom cottage with 1,924 square feet that sold last year for $655,000 is relisted at $998,999.


Bay Front Destin Real Estate





MLS 809499: 4501 Sawgrass Way


Bay front homes in Destin are also popular since Choctawhatchee Bay spans across three to five miles from the mainland. In a sense homes here have an island-like setting and lot sizes are almost always more significant than those on the beach. Unlike beachfront properties most of the houses on the bay have long docks for jet skis, pontoon and shallow-bottomed boats due to the low water depths. At night twinkling lights may be seen across the bay from the other side which provides enchanting views. Spectacular sunsets in the summer and full moon rises during the winter occur over the water here too but in the opposite season from the gulf. There are currently 14 Destin bayfront homes for sale ranging from $497,000 ($345.14 psf) for a three bedroom 1,440 square foot cottage up to $3,950,000 ($431.92 psf) for a seven bedroom 8,360 square foot mansion. The average list price stands at $2,118,214 which comes in at $464.19 per square foot. 21 Destin bay front homes sold within the past twelve months ranging from $549,000 for a two bedroom 1,510 square foot cottage up to $4,350,000 for an opulent 8,576 mansion with five bedrooms.  The average sale price closed at $1,565,916 at $372.77 per square foot.


Canal Front  Destin Real Estate





MLS 802252:  627 Gulf Shore Dr


These properties are made for boat lovers, and all of them are located on Holiday Isle. The Corps of Engineers built canals here when it was government land many decades ago which have decent depth even for large yachts. Almost all canal front homes in Destin include docks which are precious commodities since boat rental prices can be steep. Boats at this location are able to motor out onto the harbor and into the gulf or bay. The Destin Harbor borders Holiday Isle on the north side and the glistening jewel toned gulf runs along its southern shore. The only opening that connects Choctawhatchee Bay to the open gulf serves as its western boundary, so fishing vessels, sailboats and big yachts from many of these canal front homes are often seen skimming across the waters going back and forth.There are nine canal front homes for sale priced from $819,000 ($308.36 psf) for a four bedroom property with 2,656 square feet up to $3,580,000 ($300.51 psf) for a giant 11,913 square foot mansion with eleven bedrooms. The average list price is 1,929,100 which comes in at $403.43 per square foot. Within the past 12 months, there have been nine sales of canal front homes ranging from $625,000 for a three bedroom property with 2,101 square feet up to $1,779,000 for a five-bedroom home with 4,077 square feet with an average sale price of $1,131,142 coming in at $308.10 per square foot.


Harbor Front Destin Real Estate





MLS 803047:  617 Lagoon Dr


Destin’s harbor front homes also include docks for big boats and feature dazzling views of the gorgeous gulf in the distance since many of them are on a high sugary bluff along Harbor Boulevard with long staircases that connect to docks below. Some are directly on the harbor on the outer shores on Holiday Isle. This great convenient location is in the very heart of Destin placing residents a very short distance away from Harborwalk Village, which has a wide array of restaurants, waterfront bars, specialty shops, musical concerts, seasonal festivals and fireworks throughout the summer as well as on special holidays.Seven harbor front homes are currently listed for sale priced from $1,275,000 ($378.11 psf) for a 3,372 square foot home with four bedrooms up to $2,395,000 ($470.81 psf) for a brand new 5,087 square foot five bedroom home that’s under construction. The average list price is $1,492,167 at $432.17 per square foot. Five harbor front homes have sold and closed within the past 12 months ranging from $750,000 for a 2,195 square foot four bedroom home up to $2,695,000 for 4,935 square foot Mediterranean style mansion with four bedrooms. The average price closed at $1,324,000 for $416.57 per square foot.Contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate Office today at 877-392-6085 for a friendly professional consultation, detailed information, a complimentary comparative analysis of properties available and tour those you may want to see.



 


 
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        <title>Ultra-Glam Condo at One Water Place for Sale</title>
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This penthouse-styled condominium soars high in the sky at One Water Place, located in a luxury tower with a stunning bayfront setting in Destin.



The community has a  prestigious aura of privileged living at the exclusively gated Kelly Plantation. The 3,220 square feet of sensational space includes three bedrooms with en-suite luxury baths and has been completely renovated. It is “over the top” due to its towering fourteenth floor placement and the opulent décor that spreads throughout the lavish interiors. The rotunda-like columned balcony has panoramic views of both the beautiful bay and glorious gulf. Vibrant spectacular sunsets are featured throughout the year. A private elevator foyer is lighted by a modern starburst chandelier and has thick solid glass double doors that lead into an elegant den with a crystal chandelier. A hallway that leads to the Great Room is brilliantly lighted on both walls with six floor to ceiling posts with multiple sets of clear double lantern globes.



Walls of windows in the open Great Room frame this sensational scenery with glass doors that lead out to the observation balcony which includes a Wet Bar and gas grill on one side. High tray ceilings and over-sized portals enhance the spaciousness. The Great Room is centered on a fireplace flanked by windows for views and lighted by a shell styled chandelier.



The open state of the art kitchen features unique walnut custom cabinetry that includes the fascia of a giant refrigerator, upscale stainless steel appliances, waterfall styled marble countertops, a deep sink, separate Wet Bar and a wine cooler. The side dining room area is lighted by two gothic styled lanterns in the center of the room with a wall of windows overlooking the bay and glass doors for the balcony.



The Master Bedroom has a teardrop crystal chandelier, glass doors for views and balcony access as well as a full en-suite bath.



This luxurious bath is entirely adorned with veined white marble that includes separate vanity sinks, a sleek white raised oblong tub and a walk-in shower. One of the Guest Bedrooms has a unique chandelier that has a few crystals suspended within a decorative twig metal frame that displays an enchanting tree like shadow on the ceiling. The luxury en-suite bath features a wide walk-in shower with an entire single wall of glass. Another Guest Bedroom is lighted with a lovely chandelier that has frosted tulip flower adornments. A powder room and a state of the art laundry room are richly embellished with a black ebony marble countertop with striking white veining that resembles lightning.


One Water Place includes a secured elegant formal lobby, a 5,000 square foot Fitness Center, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, club locker rooms, a sports bar, billiard room, theater room, conservatory, a palatial pool with a hot tub on the bay and a dog park. The seller who is a realtor is asking $1,595,000, which comes in at $496 per square foot. Fourteen other condos are listed from $749,000 for a 2,205 square foot unit up to $2,950,000 for a 6,800 square foot penthouse. Contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate Office today at (877) 392-6085 for a professional consultation and analysis and to start negotiations on this ultra-glam property.

 
 
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        <title>Kelly Plantation Bayfront Estate for Sale</title>
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Kelly Plantation is one of the most prestigious gated residential communities in Destin. It is named after a founding family who owned a giant timber plantation here many years ago. The premier location is just west of Destin Commons overlooking the vast expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay. You have probably seen it from the Mid Bay Toll Bridge when entering Destin from the north. This lushly landscaped community spans 900 acres of pristine property with natural lagoons, lovely lakes, forested trails and an award-winning championship golf course that runs along part of the shore. A classically columned clubhouse includes a swimming pool and five lighted tennis courts. The main entrance off of Scenic Highway 98 is exquisitely gated with double fountains that lead to a lovely boulevard entry flanked by glossy Magnolias. The very best properties in this piece of paradise overlook the serene, beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay and one of these incredible estates is now available for sale.


This stunning 8,360 square foot Mediterranean style villa with seven bedroom suites and ten baths comprises a one-acre bayfront estate at 4502 Old Plantation Place. It includes a rare deep-water dock with multiple boat lifts that can harbor a large yacht. The entire home has been completely remodeled with meticulous attention to classic styling and includes state of the art amenities.



A new circular brick paver driveway provides a graceful entry that incorporates an individual carriage guest house above a three-car garage. These guest quarters are as luxuriously appointed as the main house with an open living area, a gourmet kitchen, a spacious bedroom and a gorgeous full bath. Towering arched wrought iron doors lead into an open foyer past a columned entrance into the main manor. Once inside you will feel like you are in the regal residence of European aristocracy. Richly toned hardwood flooring flows throughout each room accentuated by high ceilings adorned with thick crown molding for an elegant look.



Walls of windows face the beautiful bay with glass doors that lead from the living room, family room as well as the kitchen to a swimming pool with a screened lanai, a full summer kitchen, a stone fireplace and a bar with two wine coolers. A waterfront wing of the first floor incorporates the Master Bedroom Suite with a sitting area, double walk-in closets and a luxurious spa bath with an ultra jetted tub, a separate shower, double vanities as well as a private water closet.



The open Chef’s Kitchen features all high-end appliances, which include a Wolf 6 gas burner range with a griddle, double ovens, two dishwashers, a broad side by side refrigerator freezer and rich custom cabinetry. There is streaked granite topped island for seating with beautiful lanterns suspended above, a copper sink with a tumbled marble backsplash and a walk-in pantry. Four Guest Bedrooms with en suite baths face the bay upstairs where there are also two bonus rooms that may be used as additional bedrooms, a study, playroom, exercise room or storage space.  Another full bath is located off a sitting area and near a state of the art Media Room.





This magnificent bayfront property in Kelly Plantation is listed at $3,950,000. Contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate office at (877) 392-6085 for additional details and schedule a tour today.

 
 
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        <title>Destin’s Most Extravagant Penthouse for Sale</title>
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Take a moment and picture living extravagantly in the lap of luxury. Chances are you imagining a premier penthouse that soars high atop a prestigious waterfront tower. Penthouse 5 at One Water Place in Destin is just that place and it is now offered for sale.





This prestigious property encompasses 5,600 square feet of opulence that includes three bedrooms, two of which are Master Suites with private bathrooms. The paramount placement helps crown this luxury tower providing spectacular views across the wide expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay and the waterfront fairways of the Kelly Plantation golf course.





Walls of windows overlook the sparkling scenery while glass doors provide access to the penthouse balcony from the pavilion-like living room, sumptuous Master Bedroom Suite, Guest Suite, formal Dining Room, Library and European styled Gourmet Kitchen. This spacious columned balcony has decorative metal railings, stone tile flooring, an Outdoor Kitchen and a Wet Bar.





A private elevator whisks you to the top and opens into the entrance foyer. Here you are captivated by the palatial design, which is looks like a magnificent mansion or a regal residence. Twelve-foot ceilings are crown molded and some are richly accented with multiple trays intricately inlayed with gold frames that decorate the center hallway, living and dining rooms - providing a Versailles like elegance.





In addition, ornate vintage golden candle chandeliers hang from the Foyer, Living Room, Dining Room, Library, Master Bedroom Suite and the Kitchen Breakfast Room. Architectural niches are spread throughout for the display of precious decorative art. Gleaming cream-colored marble flooring flows from room to room, many of which have graceful wide arched openings.





A library office beside the foyer includes custom shelving enhanced by carved columns and centered by a built-in granite topped cabinet. The living room is adorned with large carved Corinthian columns and has seating areas overlooking the beautiful bay.





A majestic marble mantel has two levels of miniature Corinthian columns for adornment that encase the fireplace and a large TV.





The amazing Master Bedroom Suite has another carved mantle fireplace, a seating area, access to the balcony and a luxurious private bath. This portioned Master Bath includes a double walk-in shower with marble tile and a richly toned granite topped vanity off to one side.





The main part of the bath has another separate vanity and a unique raised shell sculpted soaking tub in an elegant alcove with two portals of mirrors. A classically styled statue pours water down into the tub from an urn while a golden coach lamp hangs down from above and provides lighting along with a shimmering crystal wall sconce nearby. The formal Louis XIV styled Dining Room has its own balcony.





The Gourmet Kitchen features modern Wolf and Subzero appliances and includes custom cabinetry with intricately carved millwork, two prep islands with double thick granite tops, a free standing gas range, a built-in wine rack as well as a formal Breakfast Room area beside one set of balcony doors. The two spacious Guest Bedrooms have access to individual full luxury bathrooms with richly carved marble vanities. One of the bedrooms has a bath en suite with balcony access and is currently being used as a Den.


This extravagant Penthouse 5 at One Water Place is currently listed at $3,300,000. Contact our Ocean Reef Real Estate office at (877) 392-6085 for more information and schedule a tour     

 
 
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        <author>rolivarez@oceanreefresorts.com (Destin Real Estate Sales)</author>
        <title>HDTV Extreme Home for Sale in Destin</title>
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HGTV featured a magnificent mansion located in the prestigious gated bay front enclave of Waterford at Kelly Plantation in Destin for a special “Extreme Homes” segment. Extreme Homes features some of the most spectacular homes ever built anywhere in the world but when the film crew flew in from London for their two day photo shoot they were “overwhelmed” by this architectural treasure. This palatial Tuscan styled villa located at 4300 Breakwater Drive in Destin is prominently placed on a premier peninsula encompassing almost two lavishly landscaped estate grounds.  



The setting overlooks the beautiful bay with 410 linear feet of waterfront that includes a long dock and boat slip.



An expansive paver driveway leads to a motor court that is flanked by Royal Palm trees and embraced by two wings that incorporate the eight-car garage. The awe inspiring temple-like edifice is literally breathtaking with a triple columned entrance framing two story arched windows on this palace. The thirty-one rooms span across 13,950 square feet of majestic architectural artistry that combines elegant old world accoutrements with every embellishment imaginable.



These include: $100,000 floor to ceiling aquariums;  A resort styled indoor swimming pool that measures 4,500 square feet and resembles a tropical lagoon; A Media Room that has stadium styled seating facing a 113” HD TV and a Computerized $500,000 Audio/Video/Surround Sound/Security Smart House Technology throughout. This home even has climate controlled mini suites for pets.  



There are eight private Master Bedrooms with individual luxurious baths en suite. An additional two baths act as powder rooms in other portions of the villa. Iron Cantera doors flanked by lion sculptures lead to the formal two story entry hall. This has a double staircase with ornate decorative metal railings that sweeps up to a landing above a portal leading to a Gathering Room. An elevator also goes up to the upper floor. The meticulous interior detailing includes soaring chandeliers, DaVinci like ceiling murals, rich exotic blends of marble and granite adornments, thick black onyx columns, coffered tray ceilings that glow with hidden lighting, multiple opulent fireplaces with custom carved stone mantles and intricate crown molding.



A travertine marble columned portico serves as a wide deep covered balcony deck upstairs that is easily accessible for viewing the sensational sunsets that occur right over the bay part of the year.



The piece de resistance of this amazing villa is the massive indoor climatized lagoon swimming pool that provides a private paradise that is tropically inspired. This provides an incredible setting for “over the top” entertainment at its Hollywood best The glistening surface measures 50 x 90 while a simmering Hot Tub nearby can accommodate up to eight. At one end a columned curtain-like waterfall pours down into the pool. A rich blend of stone flooring throughout is toned in colors of butterscotch, chocolate, parchment and creams. Massive marble columns frame the sides raised around the pool with a Wet Bar that you can swim up to and an outdoor kitchen for grilling. Individual seating areas are scattered throughout and multiple wide portals frame the sensational scenery that includes the lushly landscaped grounds and beautiful bay.


This &quot;Extreme Home&quot; featured by HGTV is offered at $3,995,000. For more information view the epidsode on HGTV and contact one of our professional Ocean Reef Real Estate consultants at 877.392.6085.

 
 
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        <author>rolivarez@oceanreefresorts.com (Destin Real Estate Sales)</author>
        <title>Regatta Bay vs Kelly Plantation</title>
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Are you considering buying a home at Regatta Bay or Kelly Plantation in Destin and are wanting a comparison?  This is the classic comparison of apples and oranges. Both are lovely lushly landscaped premier residential communities that are just a short distance away from each other bordering the Choctawhatchee Bay. Each one has its own golf course and are equidistant to Destin Commons, area grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants and the beach. The choice is just a matter of personal taste.



Regatta Bay is centered on an 18 hole championship golf course that was designed by Robert C. Walker, the former lead architect of renowned Arnold Palmer. Quite a few of these exceptional homes face the beautiful bay while others are located on the many ponds and landscaped lakes that decorate the terrain. Architectural styles range from classic Mediterranean to contemporary. The golf course contains 6,894 yards of play with a par of 72. The Regatta Golf Club has received numerous accolades including being named one of Golf Digest's “Top Places to Play in North America”, “Number One Favorite Golf Course in Northwest Florida” by Florida Golf News Magazine and “Best of the Emerald Coast” by EC Magazine. The gorgeous mission tiled club house sits on one of the lakes with a full service bar and restaurant. Golfers are pampered here with circulating beverage carts offering complimentary chilled apples and mango scented chilled towels on hot days. There are currently eighteen homes for sale listed from $442,000 to $1,995,000.



Kelly Plantation is just west of Destin Commons.  This gated residential community was named after one of the original land barons of Destin who used this parcel for timber. Kelly Plantation includes Mediterranean, contemporary, colonial and of course antebellum styled homes.  Double fountains at the main gate provide an exquisite entrance along with a beautiful boulevard lined with magnolias. The expansive property encompasses 900 acres that is divided into nine distinct neighborhoods comprising of single family homes. Kelly Plantation also features three high-rise luxury residential towers called Water Place that are located on the bay. They are one of the first things you see when you cross into Destin on the Mid Bay Toll Bridge. Most of the property is forested along with pristine marshlands, parks and trails. A peninsula juts out towards the north bordering Jones Bayou and quite a few of the giant estate sized bay front homes have docks for their boats. There are about a dozen inland lagoons and lakes throughout Kelly Plantation providing a lush watery setting for the homes that border them. They’re centered on an 18 hole championship golf course designed by Fred Couples, which boasts over 7,000 yards of play beside the bay shoreline and several inland lakes, one of which is over seven acres in size. Golf Magazine named the Kelly Plantation Golf Club course as “one of the Emerald Coast's best groomed and most acclaimed layouts.” The columned antebellum styled club house serves lunches daily and is available for wedding receptions and other special events. It features a swimming pool and five lighted tennis courts. There are 41 properties listed for sale between $539,000 to $3,995,000.


Call our Ocean Reef Real Estate today for more information or to schedule a tour at 877.392.6085.

 
 
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    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2016 08:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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