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$2,499,900
1363 Windward Lane
Niceville, FL 32578
MLS# 961219
5 beds  |  5 baths  |  6230 sqft

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A quintessential, expansive Florida home situated on the bay.
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A quintessential, expansive Florida home situated on the bay. Beautiful bayfront estate with Southern views of Destin, a short boat ride away. The dock features a 10,000 lb covered boat lift, two seating areas, and a convenient swimming platform with built-in stairs. Unwind on your dock as the sky ignites in shades of gold and crimson. A dream setting for boat lovers and sunset seekers alike! The dock is fully constructed with Thru Flow decking and all new electrical. Enjoy stunning sunsets from the dock as you watch dolphins and other marine life gracefully pass by on the bay. End your day with breathtaking bayfront sunsets from your private dock. Complete with a boat lift, this is waterfront living at its finest! The home presents a stunning view from the bay, framed by its mature trees and lush landscaping. Covered boat lift with new lift. Watch the sun dip below the horizon as your boat rests on the lift, ready for another day on the water. A true boater’s paradise! Picture-perfect evenings await at this stunning waterfront retreat. With a private dock and boat lift, adventure is just steps away! Expansive waterfront estate. Mature trees and lush landscaping create a secluded and private backyard with a new well irrigation pump 2024. Outdoor separate patio area from family room with gas hook up and an area for crab/shrimp boils as well. Sit back and relax on your patio, enjoying the peaceful and serene waterfront setting. Ample waterfront patio space provides the perfect setting for entertaining guests. The ability to have everything at your fingertips while entertaining Relax with a cup of coffee and take in the serene views of the bay. A versatile space off the kitchen serves as either a large pantry or office. Your bonus room off of the kitchen A spacious kitchen designed to accommodate all your soirées and gatherings with ease. Soak in the serene bay views while relaxing by the fire. Welcoming living room with bay views shared with the kitchen Beautiful hallway powder room Kitchen offers plenty of storage and stainless appliances and gas cooktop. Large breakfast bar for gatherings Soak in the breathtaking views of the Bay through the abundance of windows that flood the home with natural light. A spacious downstairs waterfront master bedroom offers stunning views and easy access to outdoor living areas. Nestle up with a book in the master bedroom sitting area or just relax and soak in the stunning bay views. A spacious downstairs waterfront master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom offers luxury and comfort, complete with stunning water views. The spacious ensuite bath features a large tiled shower with a sleek glass door, adding a touch of elegance featuring dual vanities, elegant wallpaper, and stylish tile floors. A large front downstairs master bedroom with convenient access to a full bath. A gorgeous tub and shower combo highlights the downstairs full bath, which is connected to the bedroom and also accessible from the hallway for added convenience. The expansive waterfront bedroom with a shared bathroom and private balcony offers unparalleled luxury and comfort, all while providing breathtaking water views. A full shared bathroom complements the expansive waterfront upstairs bedrooms, providing both luxury and convenience. Balcony from upstairs master ensuite The expansive upstairs bedroom features a shared bathroom and offers stunning water views. The large upstairs front bedroom features three bunk beds and two additional beds, offering plenty of sleeping space for family and guests. Catwalk with amazing views of the bay, separates the right and left wings of the upstairs. Inviting bar area of the recreational or media room which is on the bay An enormous waterfront rec room offers plenty of space for a pool table and a media area, perfect for entertainment and relaxation. Balcony view from recreational room A convenient full bath is located in the rec room, adding extra functionality to the space. Aerial view of the property on the Bay Taking advantage of those delightful bay breezes. A boater's paradise in a gated community in Niceville. Welcome to your new Florida estate in the desirable neighborhood of Windward.

Property Description
Experience the pinnacle of bayfront living just 5 minutes from Crab Island in Destin! This exceptional estate in the prestigious gated community of Windward in Bluewater Bay boasts 6,230 sq. ft. of luxurious living space, featuring 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, and is renowned for offering some of the most stunning sunsets over Choctawhatchee Bay. Set amidst mature live oaks, palm trees, and native Florida vegetation, this home combines privacy with the beauty of its natural surroundings. As you enter, you are welcomed by a grand foyer with soaring 22-foot ceilings that open into the expansive Great Room, where floor-to-ceiling windows provide breathtaking views of the bay. Elegant custom details such as white oak flooring, mosaic tile work, crown molding, antique chandeliers, and two

Details
Contract Info
Listing Board: Emerald Coast
List Price/SqFt: 401.27
List Date: 2024-10-08
Current Price: $2,499,900
List Price: $2,499,900
Location, Tax and Legal
Sub Area: 1308 - Bluewater Bay
Elementary School: Bluewater
Middle School: Choice-Destin/Ruckel
High School: Niceville
Legal Description: WINDWARD PH IV LOT 14
General Property Info
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Contemporary
SqFt Source: County PA Records
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Garage: Yes
Carport: No
Driveway Spaces: 8
Pool: No
Pool Type: None
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 6230
Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 4
Half Baths: 1
Total Bathrooms: 5
# Stories: 2
Year Built: 1993
Garage Spaces: 2
Acreage: 0.38
Listing Info, Tax & Legal
Homestead: Yes
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 275
Annual Assessment Amount: 1100
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
New Buyer Fee: No
New Buyer Fee Amt: 100
New Buyer Fee Paid: $
Last Taxes: 12724.45
Last Tax Year: 2023
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: Experience the pinnacle of bayfront living just 5 minutes from Crab Island in Destin! This exceptional estate in the prestigious gated community of Windward in Bluewater Bay boasts 6,230 sq. ft. of luxurious living space, featuring 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, and is renowned for offering some of the most stunning sunsets over Choctawhatchee Bay. Set amidst mature live oaks, palm trees, and native Florida vegetation, this home combines privacy with the beauty of its natural surroundings. As you enter, you are welcomed by a grand foyer with soaring 22-foot ceilings that open into the expansive Great Room, where floor-to-ceiling windows provide breathtaking views of the bay. Elegant custom details such as white oak flooring, mosaic tile work, crown molding, antique chandeliers, and two
Waterfront
Bay: 1
Waterfront Feet: 96
Construction Status
Construction Complete: 1
Parking Features
Garage Attached: 1
Oversized: 1
Waterview
Bay: 1
Lot/Parcel Access
Controlled Access: 1
County Road: 1
Paved Road: 1
Lot Features
Covenants: 1
Flood Insurance Req: 1
Interior: 1
Level: 1
Restrictions: 1
Survey Available: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Beach: 1
Dock: 1
Gated Community: 1
Golf: 1
Marina: 1
Pool: 1
Tennis: 1
Waterfront: 1
Construction/Siding
Frame: 1
Stucco: 1
Utilities
Gas - Natural: 1
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
TV Cable: 1
Zoning
Resid Single Family: 1
Exterior
Balcony: 1
Boatlift: 1
Columns: 1
Dock: 1
Patio Covered: 1
Patio Open: 1
Porch: 1
Shower: 1
Sprinkler System: 1
Interior
Breakfast Bar: 1
Ceiling Cathedral: 1
Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1
Ceiling Raised: 1
Ceiling Vaulted: 1
Fireplace Gas: 1
Floor Hardwood: 1
Floor Tile: 1
Furnished - None: 1
Lighting Recessed: 1
Pantry: 1
Wallpaper: 1
Washer/Dryer Hookup: 1
Wet Bar: 1
Window Bay: 1
Window Treatmnt None: 1
Woodwork Painted: 1
Financing
Conventional: 1
VA: 1
Other: 1
Appliances
Auto Garage Door Opn: 1
Cooktop: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Oven Double: 1
Oven Self Cleaning: 1
Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1
Washer: 1
Energy
AC - 2 or More: 1
AC - High Efficiency: 1
Ceiling Fans: 1
Double Pane Windows: 1
Heat Cntrl Gas: 1
Water Heater - Gas: 1
Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath
MBath Shower Only: 1
MBed Carpeted: 1
MBed First Floor: 1
MBed Sitting Area: 1
MBed Waterfront: 1
Master Bedroom
First: 1
Bedroom
First: 1
Second: 1
Living Room
First: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Bonus Room: 1
Breakfast Room: 1
Family Room: 1
Foyer: 1
Garage: 1
Hobby Room: 1
Living Room: 1
Master Bathroom: 1
Master Bedroom: 1
Fees Include
Accounting: 1
Management: 1
Status Change Info
Status: Active
Location Tax and Legal
Area: 13 - Niceville
Street #: 1363
Street Name: Windward
Street Suffix: Lane
State: FL
Zip Code: 32578
County: Okaloosa
Project Name/Subdivision: WINDWARD PH 4
Parcel ID: 22-1S-22-2692-0000-0140
Property Features
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Lot Features: Covenants; Flood Insurance Req; Interior; Level; Restrictions; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Waterfront: Bay
Waterview: Bay
Parking Features: Garage Attached; Oversized
Project Facilities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Dock; Gated Community; Golf; Marina; Pool; Tennis; Waterfront
Exterior: Balcony; Boatlift; Columns; Dock; Patio Covered; Patio Open; Porch; Shower; Sprinkler System
Interior: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Cathedral; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Ceiling Raised; Ceiling Vaulted; Fireplace Gas; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Furnished - None; Lighting Recessed; Pantry; Wallpaper; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Wet Bar; Window Bay; Window Treatmnt None; Woodwork Painted
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Oven Double; Oven Self Cleaning; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Washer
Utilities: Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More; AC - High Efficiency; Ceiling Fans; Double Pane Windows; Heat Cntrl Gas; Water Heater - Gas
Master Bedroom: First
Bedroom: First; Second
Living Room: First
Rooms: Bedroom; Bonus Room; Breakfast Room; Family Room; Foyer; Garage; Hobby Room; Living Room; Master Bathroom; Master Bedroom
Financing: Conventional; VA; Other
Fees Include: Accounting; Management
Supplements
gas fireplaces enhance the sophistication of the design. The well-appointed kitchen features generous cabinetry, an expansive bar that comfortably seats six, a cozy breakfast nook, and a walk-in pantry, making it perfect for culinary enthusiasts and entertaining alike. Adjacent to the kitchen, the inviting family room is bathed in natural light from large southwest-facing windows, offering spectacular views of the water. A tucked away office adjacent to the kitchen offers a quiet work or study area. Step outside onto a spacious porch that leads to a lush backyard with an elevated sun deck, providing a serene retreat with maximum privacy. The private dock, complete with a swimming platform and boathouse with lift, is perfect for enjoying all your favorite water activities. After a day of boating and swimming, rinse off with a hot shower in the enclosed outdoor shower stall. The expansive first-floor master suite features a cozy sitting area with large windows that offer beautiful views of the bay and direct access to the back porch. Large his and hers walk-in closets lead to the ensuite bathroom that serves as a spa-like retreat, complete with his-and-her sinks, a large walk-in shower, and abundant natural light. An additional bedroom with an ensuite bath is conveniently located on the first floor. The second floor, accessible by two staircases on opposite sides of the house, boasts three generously sized bedrooms, each with windows designed to capture stunning views. A unique rec room with a built-in bar and private balcony overlooks the bay, creating an ideal space for relaxation or entertainment. You won't run out of storage space in this home with plenty of easy access storage areas at every turn. Additional exterior features include a well-sprinkler system, an oversized two-car garage with large attic storage space above, and a spacious decorative driveway. Residents of Windward enjoy access to community amenities such as a central brick-paved gathering park, a 100-foot sandy beach with a boat dock, and a private swimming area. The Bluewater Bay community also offers lakes, sports fields, five swimming pools, a marina, pickle ball courts, tennis courts, award-winning golf courses and restaurants galore. This extraordinary estate represents a perfect blend of luxury, community, and the coveted waterfront lifestyle. All within minutes of Destin but located in quaint Bluewater Bay in Niceville. Don't miss the chance to make this breathtaking property your own ~ a must-see for discerning buyers!
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Dimensions
GarageFirst31 x 2231.0022.0031 x 22
Breakfast RoomFirst13 x 1013.0010.0013 x 10
BedroomFirst22 x 1522.0015.0022 x 15
Master BedroomFirst30 x 1830.0018.0030 x 18
Master BathroomFirst15 x 1115.0011.0015 x 11
Family RoomFirst23 x 2023.0020.0023 x 20
Living RoomFirst28 x 2528.0025.0028 x 25
FoyerFirst28 x 528.005.0028 x 5
Hobby RoomFirst8 x 88.008.008 x 8
BedroomSecond21 x 1321.0013.0021 x 13
BedroomSecond21 x 1321.0013.0021 x 13
Bonus RoomSecond35 x 2035.0020.0035 x 20
BedroomSecond22 x 1322.0013.0022 x 13

Listing Office: Compass

Last Updated: September - 30 - 2025

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