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$6,520,000
26 N Founders Lane
Watersound, FL 32461
MLS# 924584
Status: Sold
6 beds  |  8 baths  |  5690 sqft


Incredible estate sized residence on a larger Founders lot within Watersound Beach.
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Incredible estate sized residence on a larger Founders lot within Watersound Beach. This is a prime location in Watersound across from a beautiful park with easy access to the Gulf from the boardwalk right outside your door. This property offers 6-bedrooms between the home and carriage home and a viewing tower with Gulf and park views. The pool can be heated and offers the sound of serenity with the water feature. There is a hot tub and surrounding deck to relax in. The owner enhanced the outdoor living by adding the screened-in porch, ideal for outdoor dining and grilling.
The living area and half bath are also just past the porch making it easy for entertaining. The other side of the home has a fantastic covered porch to enjoy facing the green space. The grand foyer is beautifully decorated with a unique light fixture and accent wall. Boasting 12 foot ceilings and craftsman details like wooden beams, shiplap walls, custom built-in's and an idealistic open floor plan there is a seamless flow to this home. Amazing Chef's kitchen with oversized Quartz island perfect for casual dining. Kitchen features plentiful custom cabinetry, farm sink, great natural light and stunning pendant lights. Kitchen offers SubZero appliances, 8-burner Wolf range, dual dishwasher, wine fridge and ice maker. Elegant formal dining area with beautiful chandelier. The open floor plan and architectural features really set this home apart. Spacious mud room with custom built-in's and shiplap. Downstairs laundry room with full size washer & dryer laundry sink, storage and utility closet. Half bath with wood accent and wallpaper not far from the screened-in porch and pool. Spacious downstairs master bedroom with custom curtains, shiplap accent walls and king bed. This room has fantastic natural light with nature views and direct access to a patio. Striking en-suite master bathroom with double Quartz vanity and large marble walk-in shower with glass surround. There is a large soaking tub to relax in. Paver stone open air patio off the downstairs master suite. Just off the foyer is another bedroom on the ground floor. Downstairs guest bedroom also has a king bed and en-suite bathroom. Ensuite guest bathrooms with nicely tiled walk-in shower. The remaining three bedrooms are located on the second floor. There is a great landing area to greet you at the second floor and custom mirrored book shelves leading to the master suite. Upstairs master suite has vaulted ceilings, shiplap accents, plantation shutters and his & hers closets. Phenomenal ensuite master bathroom with double vanity and marble shower with bench, rain head and glass surround. Generous soaking tub with large window, chandelier and plantation shutters. This balcony near the master bedroom was added by the owner and is the perfect spot for your morning coffee. There is a great landing area off the master leading up the additional living area. The upper living area boasts 17-foot barrel-ceilings and plenty of room to relax. There are two guest bedrooms upstairs each with their own wing along with lofty vaulted ceilings, great natural light and ensuite bathrooms. Ensuite guest bathroom with Quartz vanity and tiled shower. Additional guest bedroom upsets with double doors leading to a luxurious bathroom. Ensuite guest bathroom with raised ceilings and walk-in shower. This bathroom also has a Quartz double vanity and soaking tub. Perfect place to unwind or take a summer nap. The third floor has a great wet bar making it easy to enjoy refreshments on the viewing tower. Elevator goes all the way to this floor to and then there is a spiral staircase to the tower. Good sized tower to take in the Gulf views and enjoy a glass of wine for sunset. Amazing view of the expansive park. There is a spiral staircase leading to a lofted area with a queen bed. There is another full bath not far from the spiral staircase for the loft room to use. The second laundry room is surely convenient for the upper level. A private walkway from the main house allows access to the one-bedroom carriage house complete with a kitchenette and dining & living area. The carriage house is great for guests or extended family and has raised ceilings. Carriage house has a full bedroom and bath. Bathroom with Quartz vanity and shower. This elegant estate is conveniently at the edge of the expansive greenspace, pond and wooden walkways to the private beaches. WaterSound Beach is an exclusive beach community with seven miles of boardwalks and walking trails connecting community pools, children's park, puttering green and dog park. The beach boardwalk meanders through breathtaking dunes bringing you to paradise. The WaterSound private beach is unparalleled. There is an amazing Golf cart boardwalk for easy access or drop off to the beach in addition to the walking one. Enjoy nature trials and one of the rare coastal dune lakes for fishing, kayaking or paddle boarding. There are multiple pools to enjoy within WaterSound, this one is close to the home. You can also be a member of WaterSound Beach Club. 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461 26 N Founders Lane, Watersound, FL 32461

Property Description
This magnificent newly built estate is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. Located within the highly sought-after WaterSound Beach community, this property offers the ultimate in luxury coastal living. Nestled on a larger lot at the edge of an expansive green space and pond, this estate offers privacy and tranquility, while still being within walking distance to the private beaches and dunes of WaterSound. The home features six bedrooms spread between the main house and the carriage home - three of which are master suites, providing ample space for family and guests. In addition, there is a lofted room that can be used as an additional sleeping area. One of the standout features of this property is the viewing tower, which offers breathtaking views of the park & Gulf of Mexico

Details
Documents
Status Change Info
Sold Price/SqFt: 1145.87
Status: Sold
Under Contract Date: 2023-06-23
Sold Date: 2023-08-07
Sold Price: $6,520,000
Contract Info
Listing Board: Emerald Coast
List Price/SqFt: 1273.29
List Date: 2023-06-01
Current Price: $6,520,000
List Price: $7,245,000
Location, Tax and Legal
Sub Area: 1806 - S of of 30A/East
Elementary School: Dune Lakes
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Legal Description: LOT 60 WATERSOUND BEACH PH 3 PB 15-62 OR 2675-305 OR 2943-5 OR 2943-2457 OR 3050-727 OR 3151-1374
General Property Info
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Beach House
SqFt Source: Building Plan
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Garage: Yes
Carport: No
Driveway Spaces: 3
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Private
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 5690
Bedrooms: 6
Full Baths: 7
Half Baths: 1
Total Bathrooms: 8
# Stories: 3
Year Built: 2020
Garage Spaces: 2
Listing Info, Tax & Legal
Who Paid Doc Stamps: Seller
Who Paid Title: Buyer
Homestead: No
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1300
Annual Assessment Amount: 5200
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
New Buyer Fee: Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt: 0.05
New Buyer Fee Paid: %
Last Taxes: 41553
Last Tax Year: 2022
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: This magnificent newly built estate is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. Located within the highly sought-after WaterSound Beach community, this property offers the ultimate in luxury coastal living. Nestled on a larger lot at the edge of an expansive green space and pond, this estate offers privacy and tranquility, while still being within walking distance to the private beaches and dunes of WaterSound. The home features six bedrooms spread between the main house and the carriage home - three of which are master suites, providing ample space for family and guests. In addition, there is a lofted room that can be used as an additional sleeping area. One of the standout features of this property is the viewing tower, which offers breathtaking views of the park & Gulf of Mexico
Construction Status
Construction Complete: 1
Parking Features
Garage Detached: 1
Guest: 1
Waterview
Gulf: 1
Pond: 1
Lot/Parcel Access
Paved Road: 1
Private Road: 1
Lot Features
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Project Facilities
Beach: 1
Exercise Room: 1
Gated Community: 1
Pool: 1
Tennis: 1
TV Cable: 1
Waterfront: 1
Construction/Siding
Roof Shingle/Shake: 1
Siding Wood: 1
Utilities
Electric: 1
Gas - Natural: 1
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
TV Cable: 1
Underground: 1
Zoning
Resid Single Family: 1
Exterior
Balcony: 1
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Fenced Lot-Part: 1
Guest Quarters: 1
Hot Tub: 1
Patio Covered: 1
Patio Open: 1
Pool - Heated: 1
Pool - In-Ground: 1
Porch: 1
Porch Open: 1
Porch Screened: 1
Shower: 1
Interior
Breakfast Bar: 1
Built-In Bookcases: 1
Ceiling Beamed: 1
Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1
Ceiling Raised: 1
Ceiling Vaulted: 1
Elevator: 1
Fireplace Gas: 1
Floor Hardwood: 1
Floor Marble: 1
Floor Tile: 1
Furnished - Some: 1
Guest Quarters: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Lighting Recessed: 1
Plantation Shutters: 1
Shelving: 1
Split Bedroom: 1
Wallpaper: 1
Washer/Dryer Hookup: 1
Wet Bar: 1
Window Treatment All: 1
Financing
Conventional: 1
FHA: 1
VA: 1
None: 1
Other: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Ice Machine: 1
Microwave: 1
Oven Self Cleaning: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1
Smoke Detector: 1
Stove/Oven Gas: 1
Washer: 1
Wine Refrigerator: 1
Energy
AC - Central Elect: 1
Heat Cntrl Electric: 1
Water Heater - Tnkls: 1
Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Garden Tub: 1
MBath Separate Shwr: 1
MBed First Floor: 1
MBed Walk-in Closet: 1
Master Bedroom
First: 1
Second: 1
Bedroom
First: 1
Second: 1
Kitchen
First: 1
Living Room
First: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Dining Area: 1
Kitchen: 1
Living Room: 1
Master Bedroom: 1
Fees Include
Accounting: 1
Internet Service: 1
Legal: 1
Licenses/Permits: 1
Management: 1
Recreational Faclty: 1
Security: 1
Trash: 1
Location Tax and Legal
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 26
Street Direction: N
Street Name: Founders
Street Suffix: Lane
State: FL
Zip Code: 32461
County: Walton
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERSOUND BEACH
Parcel ID: 20-3S-18-16012-000-0600
Property Features
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Waterview: Gulf; Pond
Parking Features: Garage Detached; Guest
Project Facilities: Beach; Exercise Room; Gated Community; Pool; Tennis; TV Cable; Waterfront
Exterior: Balcony; BBQ Pit/Grill; Fenced Lot-Part; Guest Quarters; Hot Tub; Patio Covered; Patio Open; Pool - Heated; Pool - In-Ground; Porch; Porch Open; Porch Screened; Shower
Interior: Breakfast Bar; Built-In Bookcases; Ceiling Beamed; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Ceiling Raised; Ceiling Vaulted; Elevator; Fireplace Gas; Floor Hardwood; Floor Marble; Floor Tile; Furnished - Some; Guest Quarters; Kitchen Island; Lighting Recessed; Plantation Shutters; Shelving; Split Bedroom; Wallpaper; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Wet Bar; Window Treatment All
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Ice Machine; Microwave; Oven Self Cleaning; Refrigerator; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Smoke Detector; Stove/Oven Gas; Washer; Wine Refrigerator
Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable; Underground
Energy: AC - Central Elect; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Tnkls
Master Bedroom: First; Second
Bedroom: First; Second
Kitchen: First
Living Room: First
Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Area; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom
Financing: Conventional; FHA; VA; None; Other
Fees Include: Accounting; Internet Service; Legal; Licenses/Permits; Management; Recreational Faclty; Security; Trash
Supplements
The outdoor spaces of this estate are simply phenomenal. The heated private pool with hot tub and water feature is the perfect place to cool off on a hot summer day. The pool deck and two porches provide ample space for lounging and entertaining, while the master balcony offers a quiet retreat with stunning views. Inside the home, the craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident throughout. The 12-foot ceilings and wooden beams create a sense of spaciousness and grandeur, while the shiplap walls and custom built-in's add warmth and character. The open floor plan allows for a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, making it ideal for entertaining. As you enter the home, you are greeted by the warm glow of gas lanterns and an elegantly decorated grand foyer. The home offers an incredible open living area and a formal dining area that exudes elegance. If outdoor dining is more your style, there is a fantastic added screened-in porch with a grill perfect for enjoying meals outside. The interior Chef's kitchen is a true masterpiece, with an oversized Quartz island that is perfect for casual dining. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, a farm sink, and top-of-the-line appliances including a SubZero fridge, an 8-burner Wolf range, dual dishwasher, wine fridge, and ice maker. The first floor of the home is where you will find the spacious master suite, complete with a stunning master bathroom featuring double vanities, a marble shower, and a soaking tub. There is also a guest quarters downstairs, a half bath, a laundry room, and a mudroom. The second floor is where you will find two additional master suites and a guest bedroom each generously sized with ensuite baths, custom curtains & plantation shutters and walk-in closets. There is also a spiral staircase leading to a lofted area with a queen bed and another full bath and laundry room nearby. The upper living area boasts 17-foot barrel-ceilings and access to an incredible covered porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The third floor of the home is where you will find the viewing tower, which offers panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and the surrounding green space. The elevator goes all the way up to the third floor, where you will find a wet bar and easy access to the tower - ideal for catching the sunset with a glass of wine. The one-bedroom carriage house is perfect for guests or extended family and has raised ceilings and a full bedroom and bath. The home is impeccably maintained and has many custom features, making it a true gem within the WaterSound Beach community. WaterSound Beach is an exclusive beach community with seven miles of boardwalks and walking trails connecting community pools, a children's park, a puttering green, and a dog park. The beach boardwalk meanders through breathtaking dunes, bringing you to paradise. This home is also close to the golf cart beach path and additional wooden walkway, making it an ideal location to enjoy all that WaterSound has to offer. There is a community pool close by and you have the option to join the coveted WaterSound Beach Club as well. Enjoy the nature trails, Deer Lake State Park, and one of the rare coastal dune lakes for fishing, kayaking, or paddleboarding. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a custom newly built Chris Fox home ideally positioned on a larger lot in WaterSound.
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Dimensions
KitchenFirst10.9 x 2310.9023.0010.9 x 23
Dining AreaFirst10.6 x 2110.6021.0010.6 x 21
Living RoomFirst16.6 x 2316.6023.0016.6 x 23
Master BedroomFirst12 x 1512.0015.0012 x 15
BedroomFirst13 x 1413.0014.0013 x 14
Master BedroomSecond12 x 22.612.0022.6012 x 22.6
BedroomSecond11 x 1411.0014.0011 x 14
BedroomSecond11 x 1211.0012.0011 x 12

Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC

Last Updated: July - 29 - 2025

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