$7,500,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2025
5 Beds
5 Baths
4,452 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,685 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

107 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Dune Lakes Elementary School Rated A-
  • In Ground Pool
  • Beach House

About This Home

As of July 2025

A rare opportunity in exclusive Shell Seekers Cove, this stunning five-bedroom, five-bathroom gulf-front villa offers the ultimate in coastal luxury. Spanning 4,452 square feet on a generous 0.38-acre lot, this exquisite home is a true beachfront sanctuary, where timeless architecture meets modern innovation.

Enter through a charming courtyard framed by graceful arches and gas lanterns, where a tranquil pool and fountain set the tone for relaxed coastal living. Inside, an open-concept design showcases breathtaking gulf views through expansive walls of windows. Chiseled stone floors, coffered ceilings and a fireplace create an inviting living space, while the gourmet kitchen features premium appliances, ample counter space and seamless flow to the dining area. The second level offers two luxurious master suites with private balconies overlooking the gulf perfect for soaking in the sea breeze and endless sunsets. Two additional ensuite bedrooms provide comfort for guests or family. Throughout the home, thoughtful details shine, from intricate ceiling designs to impact-resistant glass windows and doors.

With modern technology at its core, the home has geothermal heating and cooling and a whole-home natural gas generator for energy efficiency and peace of mind. Outdoor living is effortless, with expansive covered patios, a private boardwalk leading directly to your secluded beach, and endless space for entertaining.

A two-car garage adds convenience, while the private pool and no HOA restrictions make this property ideal for use as a primary residence, vacation home or luxury rental. Located moments from Gulf Place and the best of 30A's dining, shopping and activities, this villa offers coastal elegance and modern comfort making every day feel like a getaway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Abbott

Scenic Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Email: chris@scenicsir.com License #3078996 Listed on: 03/14/2025

Scenic Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Michaelanne Lauderdale

Inlet Beach Real Estate License #3305698

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $54,156

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55x325
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Beach House
  • Exterior Columns
  • Frame Construction
  • Floor Insulation
  • Slate Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Piling Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,452 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Sitting Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Gulf Views
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Only in Primary Bathroom

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Doors

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Van R Butler Elementary School
  • Emerald Coast Middle School
  • South Walton High School

Utilities

  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • High Efficiency Heating System
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02-3S-20-34160-000-0712

Community Details

Overview

  • Shell Seekers Subdivision

Recreation

  • Beach

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$54,156

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.37
  • Lot Size: 55x325
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Subdivision Name: Shell Seekers
  • Directions: Traveling along Scenic Highway 30A, Shell Seekers is located south of 30A less than a half a mile East of Gulf Place Town Center.
  • Architectural Style: Beach House
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Doors
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Attribution Contact: chris@scenicsir.com
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Waterview:Gulf2: Yes
  • Energy:Heat High Efficiency: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Waterfront:Gulf: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Energy:AC - High Efficiency: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy:Insulated Doors: Yes
  • Rooms:Foyer: Yes
  • Rooms:Bonus Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Sitting Room: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Energy:Heat - Two or More: Yes
  • Energy:Insulated Floors: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Continue Clean, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Wine Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Beamed, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All, Double Pane Windows
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Ice Machine: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Garden Tub: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Self Cleaning: Yes
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Interior:Floor WW Carpet: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Recessed: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Appliances:Security System: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling TrayCofferd: Yes
  • Appliances:Wine Refrigerator: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Built-In Bookcases: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Beamed: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Continue Clean: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Dead End, Level, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
  • View: Gulf
  • Waterfront Features: Gulf
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Frame, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Columns, Shower, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Details: Foundation On Piling
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Covered, Porch
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Level: Yes
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Survey Available: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Stucco: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Foundation On Piling: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Frame: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Lot Features:Dead End: Yes
  • Exterior:Shower: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - In-Ground: Yes
  • Exterior:Columns: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof TileSlate: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Concrete: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, Oversized
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes
  • Appliances:Auto Garage Door Opn: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage3: Yes
  • Parking Features:Oversized: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Beach

Schools

  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • High School: South Walton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16117.2
  • Parcel #: 02-3S-20-34160-000-0712
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 54156.2
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2025
Closed on
Jul 17, 2025
Sold by
Glavine Thomas and Glavine Christine
Bought by
66 Shell Seekers Cove Property Trust and Moore
Seller's Agent
Chris Abbott
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michaelanne Lauderdale
Inlet Beach Real Estate
List Price
$7,995,000
Sold Price
$7,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$495,000
-6.19%
Views
97

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2021
Sold by
Marsden Sullivan F and W Real Estate Trust
Bought by
Glavine Thomas and Glavine Christine

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2019
Closed on
Aug 20, 2019
Sold by
Blackshear John Murray
Bought by
Marsden Sullivan F and The W Real Estate Trust
Seller's Agent
Greg Kohls
Kohls Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Test Test
ECN - Unknown Office
List Price
$4,100,000
Sold Price
$4,100,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2006
Sold by
C M Andrews Properties Inc
Bought by
Blackhear John Murray and Blackshear Faye Walstead

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2003
Sold by
Kremer Louise M
Bought by
Andrews Mark and Andrews Mary
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $7,500,000 Shoreline Title
Warranty Deed $7,500,000 Shoreline Title
Warranty Deed $5,750,000 Stewart Title
Warranty Deed $4,100,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $4,700,000 Destin Land & Title Inc
Warranty Deed $665,600 Coastal Title Group Inc
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Sold $7,500,000 -3.2% $1,685 / Sq Ft
06/29/2025 06/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Price Changed $7,750,000 -3.1% $1,741 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Sale $7,995,000 +95.0% $1,796 / Sq Ft
04/30/2023 04/30/23 Off Market $4,100,000 -- --
08/20/2019 08/20/19 Sold $4,100,000 0.0% $921 / Sq Ft
07/24/2019 07/24/19 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2019 05/23/19 For Sale $4,100,000 -- $921 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $52,293 $5,967,148 -- --
2023 $52,293 $5,793,348 $0 $0
2022 $51,772 $5,624,610 $2,365,602 $3,259,008
2021 $32,629 $3,418,781 $1,696,018 $1,722,763
2020 $30,165 $3,021,803 $1,509,325 $1,512,478
2019 $26,288 $2,806,730 $1,369,500 $1,437,230
2018 $24,222 $2,595,427 $0 $0
2017 $22,785 $2,531,507 $1,139,923 $1,391,584
2016 $21,473 $2,405,503 $0 $0
2015 $17,243 $1,696,385 $0 $0
2014 $16,319 $1,583,003 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 971195

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 02-3S-20-34160-000-0712