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$3,294,999
8 S Watch Tower Lane
Watersound, FL 32461
MLS# 986788
4 beds  |  5 baths  |  2626 sqft

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8 S Watchtower Home Entry from the Beach Boardwalk ChatGPT Image Apr 1, 2026, 08_28_05 AM Screened Outdoor Dining and Living Living Room with Gas Fireplace - Seats 8 Designer Kitchen Custom Coffee Bar Kitchen Island and Dining Room The Newly Designed Kitchen Screened Outdoor Dining Screened Outdoor Dining Screened Outdoor Living with Daybed Foyer into Master on the Main Main Level Master Bedroom 8 s watch tower ln - awp media - 121 Master Bathroom Double Vanity Master Bathroom Main Level Guest Full Bath Full Bath Just Off Home Foyer Foyer into the Kitchen 2nd Floor Guest Suite 2nd Floor Guest Suite 2nd Floor Guest Suite Ensuite Bath 2nd Floor Guest Suite 2 2nd Floor Guest Suite 2 2nd Floor Guest Suite 2 Ensuite Bath 2nd Floor Guest Suite 3 2nd Floor Guest Suite 3 2nd Floor Guest Suite 3 Ensuite Bath 2nd Floor Guest Suite 3 Ensuite Bath Beach Boardwalk to the House Beach Boardwalk to the Home Entry Parking Side Entry to the Home Outdoor Gathering Space Parking - Potential Garage/Carriage Watersound is Private Beach Your Daily Stroll Takes You Here Beach Chair Setup Awaits The Place to Be for 30A Sunsets Beach Boardwalks Boardwalks Dunesider Community Pool Dunesider Community Pool Dunesider Community Pool 8 Watch Tower Lane Aerial View 8 Watch Tower Lane Aerial View
Open House (04/02/2026 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm)

Property Description
OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY APRIL 2. Behind the gates of WaterSound Beach, 8 S Watch Tower Lane sits on a premier corner lot steps from a private Gulf boardwalk. This 4BR/5BA, 2,626 sq ft beach house features a chef's kitchen with BlueStar & Sub-Zero appliances, KraftMaid cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The spa primary suite offers a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and boutique dressing closet. Three ensuite guest suites complete the layout. Enjoy 320 sq ft of wrap-around porch living behind white picket fences. WaterSound Beach amenities include private Gulf beach, golf cart beach access, resort pool, fitness center, and three championship golf courses by Tom Fazio, Greg Norman & Davis Love III. Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach minutes away

Details
Contract Info
Listing Board: Emerald Coast
List Price/SqFt: 1254.76
List Date: 2025-10-03
Current Price: $3,294,999
List Price: $3,294,999
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 22 WATERSOUND BEACH PH 1 PB 15-28 OR2457-931 OR2760-197 OR 3160-4173
General Property Info
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Beach House
SqFt Source: Appraiser
Garage: No
Carport: Yes
Carport Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Driveway Spaces: 3
Street Spaces: 1
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2626
Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 5
Total Bathrooms: 5
# Stories: 2
Year Built: 2005
Acreage: 0.15
Listing Info, Tax & Legal
Homestead: No
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1795
Annual Assessment Amount: 7180
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
New Buyer Fee: Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt: 1
New Buyer Fee Paid: %
Last Taxes: 20613.11
Last Tax Year: 2024
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY APRIL 2. Behind the gates of WaterSound Beach, 8 S Watch Tower Lane sits on a premier corner lot steps from a private Gulf boardwalk. This 4BR/5BA, 2,626 sq ft beach house features a chef's kitchen with BlueStar & Sub-Zero appliances, KraftMaid cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The spa primary suite offers a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and boutique dressing closet. Three ensuite guest suites complete the layout. Enjoy 320 sq ft of wrap-around porch living behind white picket fences. WaterSound Beach amenities include private Gulf beach, golf cart beach access, resort pool, fitness center, and three championship golf courses by Tom Fazio, Greg Norman & Davis Love III. Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach minutes away
Construction Status
Construction Complete: 1
Parking Features
Carport Detached: 1
Covered: 1
Golf Cart Enclosed: 1
Guest: 1
Oversized: 1
Other: 1
Lot/Parcel Access
Controlled Access: 1
County Road: 1
Paved Road: 1
Private Road: 1
See Remarks: 1
Lot Features
Corner: 1
Covenants: 1
Easements: 1
Level: 1
Restrictions: 1
Survey Available: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Beach: 1
Community Room: 1
Deed Access: 1
Exercise Room: 1
Fishing: 1
Gated Community: 1
Pavillion/Gazebo: 1
Pets Allowed: 1
Picnic Area: 1
Playground: 1
Pool: 1
Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1
TV Cable: 1
Waterfront: 1
Construction/Siding
Concrete: 1
Foundation On Piling: 1
Roof Composite Shngl: 1
Roof Dimensional Shg: 1
Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: 1
Siding Wood: 1
Trim Wood: 1
Utilities
Gas - Natural: 1
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
TV Cable: 1
Underground: 1
Zoning
Resid Single Family: 1
Exterior
Fenced Lot-Part: 1
Patio Covered: 1
Porch: 1
Porch Screened: 1
Shower: 1
Sprinkler System: 1
Interior
Ceiling Beamed: 1
Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1
Ceiling Raised: 1
Fireplace: 1
Fireplace Gas: 1
Floor Hardwood: 1
Floor Tile: 1
Furnished - All: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Lighting Recessed: 1
Owner's Closet: 1
Pantry: 1
Plantation Shutters: 1
Washer/Dryer Hookup: 1
Window Treatment All: 1
Financing
Conventional: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Freezer: 1
Microwave: 1
Oven Self Cleaning: 1
Range Hood: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Security System: 1
Stove/Oven Dual Fuel: 1
Stove/Oven Gas: 1
Washer: 1
Energy
AC - 2 or More: 1
AC - Central Elect: 1
Ceiling Fans: 1
Double Pane Windows: 1
Heat Cntrl Electric: 1
Water Heater - Gas: 1
Water Heater - Tnkls: 1
Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Garden Tub: 1
MBath Separate Shwr: 1
MBath Tile: 1
MBed First Floor: 1
MBed Walk-in Closet: 1
Master Bedroom
First: 1
Bedroom
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
Ground Keeping: 1
Internet Service: 1
Land Recreation: 1
Legal: 1
Licenses/Permits: 1
Management: 1
Master Association: 1
Recreational Faclty: 1
Security: 1
Trash: 1
TV Cable: 1
Status Change Info
Status: Active
Location Tax and Legal
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 8
Street Direction: S
Street Name: Watch Tower
Street Suffix: Lane
State: FL
Zip Code: 32461
County: Walton
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERSOUND BEACH
Parcel ID: 20-3S-18-16010-000-0220
Property Features
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Lot Features: Corner; Covenants; Easements; Level; Restrictions; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Parking Features: Carport Detached; Covered; Golf Cart Enclosed; Guest; Oversized; Other
Project Facilities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Community Room; Deed Access; Exercise Room; Fishing; Gated Community; Pavillion/Gazebo; Pets Allowed; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Short Term Rental - Allowed; TV Cable; Waterfront
Exterior: Fenced Lot-Part; Patio Covered; Porch; Porch Screened; Shower; Sprinkler System
Interior: Ceiling Beamed; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Ceiling Raised; Fireplace; Fireplace Gas; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Furnished - All; Kitchen Island; Lighting Recessed; Owner's Closet; Pantry; Plantation Shutters; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Window Treatment All
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Oven Self Cleaning; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Security System; Stove/Oven Dual Fuel; Stove/Oven Gas; Washer
Utilities: Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable; Underground
Energy: AC - 2 or More; AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Double Pane Windows; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Gas; Water Heater - Tnkls
Master Bedroom: First
Bedroom: Second
Kitchen: First
Living Room: First
Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Area; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom
Financing: Conventional
Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Internet Service; Land Recreation; Legal; Licenses/Permits; Management; Master Association; Recreational Faclty; Security; Trash; TV Cable
Supplements
FAQ: 8 S Watch Tower Lane, WaterSound Beach -- Watersound Beach, FL 32461 Where exactly is 8 S Watch Tower Lane located? The property is located at 8 S Watch Tower Lane, Inlet Beach, Florida 32461, within the gated WaterSound Beach community on Scenic Highway 30A in Walton County. WaterSound Beach sits between Deer Lake State Park to the west and Camp Creek Lake to the east, approximately 21 miles from Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP). Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, and Seacrest Beach are all within easy biking or golf cart distance. How close is 8 S Watch Tower Lane to the beach? The home is steps from a private boardwalk that leads directly to the Gulf of Mexico. WaterSound Beach features golf cart beach access -- one of the only communities on 30A where residents can drive a golf cart directly to the sand. The community maintains over one mile of private, uncrowded beachfront exclusively for residents and their guests. How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8 S Watch Tower Lane have? The home has four bedrooms and five full bathrooms. The primary suite on the main level features a spa-inspired bath with a walk-in shower, separate soaking tub, dual vanity, and a boutique-style dressing closet. The three upstairs guest suites each have their own private ensuite bath and walk-in closet, making this an ideal layout for families, multi-generational groups, or vacation rental guests. What are the kitchen features at 8 S Watch Tower Lane? The chef's kitchen is outfitted with professional-grade BlueStar and Sub-Zero appliances, custom KraftMaid cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The kitchen is open to the main living and dining area, creating a seamless flow for entertaining. The home also features 320 square feet of outdoor living space on wrap-around coastal porches with classic white picket fencing. Is 8 S Watch Tower Lane in WaterSound Beach a good vacation rental investment? Yes. WaterSound Beach is one of the most sought-after short-term rental communities on 30A, and properties in this community have historically generated strong vacation rental income. The home's four ensuite bedrooms, proximity to the beach boardwalk, and access to WaterSound Beach Club amenities make it highly attractive to vacation rental guests. Some comparable WaterSound Beach properties have projected annual rental returns in excess of $150,000-$300,000 depending on usage and management. What amenities are included in WaterSound Beach for residents of 8 S Watch Tower Lane? Residents of 8 S Watch Tower Lane enjoy full access to WaterSound Beach community amenities, which include: Over one mile of private Gulf beachfront Golf cart beach access via boardwalk Multiple community pools Puttering Park (18-hole putting course) Fitness center Bike and kayak rentals Scenic walking trails, boardwalks, and pedestrian bridges Deer Lake State Park access to the west Camp Creek Lake for kayaking and paddleboarding to the east The DuneSider Grill (seasonal poolside dining) 24-hour gated security Optional membership to the WaterSound Beach Club adds access to a 7,000-square-foot resort-style pool, zero-entry children's pool, private beach club, full-service restaurant, Sunset Bar, and tennis courts. What golf courses are near 8 S Watch Tower Lane in WaterSound Beach? Three championship golf courses are within minutes of 8 S Watch Tower Lane. Camp Creek Golf Course, designed by Tom Fazio, is regarded as one of the finest courses in Florida. Shark's Tooth Golf Club, designed by Greg Norman, offers a challenging links-style experience. Origins Golf Club at WaterSound Origins, designed by Davis Love III, provides a third world-class option. All three courses are available to WaterSound Club members and are open to the public. What is the HOA fee for WaterSound Beach at 8 S Watch Tower Lane? The quarterly HOA assessment for 8 S Watch Tower Lane is $1,795, totaling $7,180 annually. This covers community maintenance, gated security, trails, boardwalks, and common area upkeep. A one-time new buyer fee also applies at closing. Annual property taxes were $20,613 for the 2024 tax year. What makes WaterSound Beach different from other 30A communities? WaterSound Beach is widely considered one of the most private and exclusive communities on all of Scenic Highway 30A. Unlike many 30A neighborhoods where Highway 30A runs through the community, WaterSound Beach is fully gated and set apart from the road, creating a secluded, resort-like environment. The community was master-planned by the St. Joe Company on 256 acres of natural coastal dunes and encompasses four distinct landscape types: Gulf beachfront, the rare Camp Creek coastal dune lake, the Intracoastal Waterway, and protected woodlands. The architectural style -- influenced by Nantucket, Cape Cod, and Martha's Vineyard -- gives WaterSound Beach a timeless, storybook coastal aesthetic unlike anything else in Northwest Florida.
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Dimensions
Living RoomFirst14 x 1314.0013.0014 x 13
Dining AreaFirst10 x 810.008.0010 x 8
KitchenFirst14 x 1114.0011.0014 x 11
Master BedroomFirst15 x 1315.0013.0015 x 13
BedroomSecond12 x 1112.0011.0012 x 11
BedroomSecond15 x 1015.0010.0015 x 10
BedroomSecond24 x 1624.0016.0024 x 16

Listing Office: 30A Coastal Life LLC

Last Updated: April - 01 - 2026

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