Property
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
1/2 Baths
None
Year Built
1970
Sq.Footage
1,760
Now officially the ONLY Gulf-front home or homesite available in Blue Mountain Beach--an extraordinary distinction in one of 30A's most tightly held stretches of coastline. With the most recent Gulf-front sale reaching $16,700,000 and another sale with similar frontage closing at $16,300,000, recent market activity underscores the increasing value of Blue Mountain Beach Gulf-front property and the scarcity of opportunities offering this combination of frontage, natural elevation, privacy and setting. A rare and irreplaceable opportunity in the heart of Blue Mountain Beach, this legacy Gulf-front property has been held by the same family since 1970 and has never before been offered for sale in its 56-year history. Offering approximately 75 feet of direct Gulf frontage and nearly 30 feet of natural elevation, this is the kind of coastal asset builders, investors and legacy buyers can wait years to secure. Its development potential is equally compelling. As a grandfathered lot, the property benefits from approximately 5-foot side setbacks--an increasingly valuable advantage when designing on Gulf-front land. Combined with its generous width, mostly cleared homesite, existing seawall and ownership rights extending to the mean high water line, these characteristics provide exceptional flexibility for future design and the potential to accommodate a substantially larger residential footprint while preserving valuable space for a pool and expansive Gulf-front outdoor living. Its development potential is equally compelling. As a grandfathered lot, the property benefits from approximately 5-foot side setbacks--an increasingly valuable advantage when designing on Gulf-front land. Combined with its generous width, mostly cleared homesite, existing seawall and ownership rights extending to the mean high water line, these characteristics provide exceptional flexibility for future design and the potential to accommodate a substantially larger residential footprint while preserving valuable space for a pool and expansive Gulf-front outdoor living. But the numbers only tell part of the story. Standing here is an entirely different experience. From this remarkable natural elevation, the coastline seems to wrap around you like a horseshoe, creating the feeling of being at the center of an extraordinary stretch of the Gulf. The view extends west toward Destin and east toward Panama City Beach, with miles of coastline unfolding in both directions. Even from the main floor of the existing cottage, the Gulf fills your field of vision and creates the remarkable sensation of sitting almost directly above the water. That is part of what makes Blue Mountain Beach different. You don't necessarily have to build high to capture extraordinary Gulf views--the land itself provides the vantage point. Nearly 30 feet of natural elevation creates an expansive perspective that feels dramatically different from much of the surrounding coastline. It isn't simply the view; it's the feeling of being there. Short-term rental friendly and uniquely positioned away from public beach access points, the property offers enhanced privacy and guest appeal while remaining convenient to everything along 30A. Just down from where Blue Mountain Road meets the Gulf and Big Redfish Lake, the property sits near the area's spectacular coastal dune lake outflows and a natural buffer between Grayton Beach and Blue Mountain Beach, helping preserve the serene, low-density character of this shoreline and naturally discouraging the overcrowding found along more heavily accessed stretches of the coast. Tucked along a quiet, low-traffic street, the property offers an exceptional foundation for a future luxury Gulf-front residence, legacy family retreat or high-performing vacation rental. The existing Old Florida cinderblock cottage, with a 2022 roof, offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, approximately 1,760 square feet and a fireplace, and remains largely original. Preserve its nostalgic coastal character, expand the footprint, or completely reimagine the property as a new Gulf-front estate designed to capitalize on its extraordinary width, grandfathered setbacks, natural elevation, privacy and panoramic Gulf views. With Blue Mountain Beach Gulf-front inventory now reduced to a single available opportunity, and recent sales demonstrating the extraordinary values being achieved along this coveted shoreline, this property represents something increasingly difficult to find on 30A: substantial Gulf frontage, remarkable natural elevation, advantageous grandfathered setbacks, a peaceful setting and the freedom to create what comes next. Some properties can be recreated. The land, elevation and perspective found here cannot.
Features & Amenities
Interior
-
Other Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork
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Total Bedrooms
4
-
Bathrooms
2
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Cooling YN
YES
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Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
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Fireplace YN
YES
-
Heating YN
YES
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Heating
Central, Electric
-
Pet friendly
N/A
Exterior
-
Garage
No
-
Construction Materials
Concrete
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Patio and Porch Features
Porch, Patio
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Pool
No
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Waterfront YN
YES
Area & Lot
-
Lot Features
Cleared, Waterfront
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Lot Size(acres)
0.45
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Lot Size(square feet)
19,602
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Property Type
Residential
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Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
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Architectural Style
Beach House
Price
-
Sales Price
$9,500,000
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Tax Amount
$32,097.3
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Sq. Footage
1,760
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Price/SqFt
$5,397
HOA
-
Association
YES
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Association Fee Includes
N/A
School District
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Elementary School
Dune Lakes
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Middle School
Emerald Coast
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High School
South Walton
Property Features
-
New Construction
NO
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Sewer
Public Sewer
-
Water Source
Public, Well
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Location
County
Walton
Elementary School
Dune Lakes
Middle School
Emerald Coast
High School
South Walton
Listing Courtesy of Bridgett L Hall-Cotton , A List Beach Realty LLC
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