A Sanctuary Built with Love and Purpose in Seagrove Beach..For many years, my late wife Linda and I dreamed of making the beautiful 30A area our permanent home. In 2000, we found the perfect lot in Seagrove Beach--a quiet, idyllic spot just a short walk from both the shore and the vibrant heart of Seaside. We knew instantly this was where we wanted to build our forever dream.In 2004, we partnered with renowned local architect Tom Christ to bring our vision to life: a modern beach house flooded with natural light, designed to stand beautifully against the elements for generations to come.-Engineered for Peace of Mind-No detail was spared in making this home incredibly strong, resilient, and low-maintenance.- Fortified Structure: Built with a stucco and concrete block first floor, elevated 10 feet to eliminate stormwater concerns, and anchored by stainless steel cables running from the roof rafters directly into the concrete foundation.- Premium Materials: Clad in durable Hardie Board siding, fitted with hurricane-rated windows and doors, and topped with a long-lasting, wind-resistant standing-seam galvanized-aluminum roof.- Salt-Air Protection: Constructed using exclusively stainless steel exterior screws to prevent corrosion, alongside premium Trex decking on all porches so you can enjoy the Gulf breeze without the upkeep of painting or staining.- Reliability: Equipped with a whole-house natural gas generator to ensure uninterrupted comfort and power. *** A Home Designed for LivingCompleted in 2006, the interior was a true labor of love. Linda spent months curating furniture and furnishings from across the Southeast, creating a space that felt both elevated and deeply welcoming.It was designed to be lived in full-time. The layout features generous office space that comfortably accommodates two remote work setups, alongside a dedicated, quiet hobby room. For nearly two decades, this home provided us with a wonderful life. We spent our days walking to the beach for swims and sunsets, exploring local craft breweries and restaurants, and filling the rooms with the laughter of visiting friends and family.-The Next ChapterFollowing Linda's passing, this beautiful home holds too many memories for me to stay, but it remains a profound testament to the life and dreams we shared here. This house was built to be a sanctuary, a place of joy, and a bedrock for a beautiful life. My deepest hope is to pass it on to someone who will cherish the craftsmanship, embrace the incredible 30A lifestyle, and fill these walls with wonderful new memories of their own.-On the first floor, you'll find a guest suite with private bath, walk-through laundry, and a massive unfinished flex space -- perfect for a future primary suite, media room, or game lounge.On the second floor, the open-concept living and dining area opens onto porches on both sides creating an ideal indoor-outdoor flow. A guest suite with a walk-in shower rounds out this level. The third floor is a private retreat: the primary suite stuns with wall-to-wall windows, a private balcony, dual closets, and a spa-worthy bath with double vanity, garden tub, and walk-in shower. Plus, there's a second guest room with pre-plumbing area ready for an ensuite bath Carriage House (781 sq-ft) 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and a full kitchen, perched above a 3-car garage, complete with a double car garage door on the left and single car garage on the right. A separate 11 x11 storage space. Ideal for multi-generational
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Agency Name: Davis Properties Of Nw Fl
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Agent Name: Kimberly Pieper
Agent Phone: (832) 692-7279
Agency Title: Premier Property Group
Estimated Payment
$ 9,523.40 per month $7,778.35 Principal & Interest $725.67 Property Tax $1,019.38 Homeowner's InsuranceIf the email address was found in our system, your password has been sent. Please check your inbox.
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286 Forest Street | MLS# 986020
This single family home located at 286 Forest Street, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $3,495,000. This property was built in 2006 and has 6 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 5426 sq. ft. Forest Street is located in the SEAGROVE 5TH ADDN subdivision. Search SEAGROVE 5TH ADDN real estate on kimberlypieper.premierfl.com today.