30A Under 500K at Seacrest Beach

7 Endless Summer Way East in Seacrest Beach Florida

7 Endless Summer Way East Seacrest Beach FloridaSeacrest Beach on Scenic 30A is located on the popular eastern end of Scenic 30A between Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. The classic Florida Cottage architecture, neighboring location to Rosemary Beach, and amenities of Seacrest Beach make it a popular vacation destination. Being located between two of the most prestigious and expensive luxury communities on 30A, Seacrest Beach offers an affordable alternative to the ultra luxury Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach.

Enjoy this amazing cottage in Seacrest Beach that backs up to open space. 7 Endless Summer Way East is a spacious 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath home with bunk room. This coastal cottage in Seacrest is the perfect retreat for family vacations and is just a short stroll to the deeded beach access as well as the amazing 12,000 square foot resort pool. The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a cozy front porch for enjoying an early morning cup of coffee. Backing up to the protected wooded open space you will enjoy quiet evenings on the screened-in porch and use of the summer kitchen. This home in Seacrest Beach is a must see!

If you are interested in this luxury home in Seacrest Beach and would like to preview it, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

7 Endless Summer Way East in Seacrest Beach
2,109sf
3 Bedroom | Bunk Room | 3.5 Baths
Built in 2005
Seacrest Beach Florida
Offered at $489,000
 

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30A Under 400K at Magnolia Cottages

Owner Financing Available 9 Blackwater Street at Magnolia Cottages

Magnolia Cottages 9 Blackwater StreetMagnolia Cottages by the Sea is a quaint cottage community with easy private access to the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Located on the eastern end of Scenic 30A, Magnolia Cottages is a popular destination for vacation renters with a convenient location to dining, shopping and entertainment at Seaside, WaterColor, Rosemary Beach and Pier Park. This beautifully furnished bungalow has a streamlined kitchen, handsome hardwood flooring, and tons of storage space all perfect for low maintenance living. You’ll love relaxing on the secluded screened porch where the natural aroma therapy of the surrounding Florida Pines will soothe you into a stress-free state of mind. This beach cottage can be purchased with Owner Financing and could be your personal slice of heaven!

If you are interested in this luxury home in Magnolia Cottages and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

9 Blackwater Street Magnolia Cottages
1,225sf
Built in 2006
3 Bedrooms | 3 Baths
Owner Financing Available
Offered at $399,000

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Grayton Beach Half Acre Estate Property on Banfill Street

Grayton Beach…Nice dogs, strange people…

Lots 10 - 12 Banfill Street in Grayton BeachIf this sounds like your kind of town, then Grayton Beach is for you.  Grayton Beach was founded in 1890, making it one of the oldest beach communities along the Florida panhandle.  Within this eclectic beach town, signature pieces of property have been passed down from generation to generation, so it is very rare for these pieces to come on the market.  For those of you that have been waiting for that unique piece of property in Grayton Beach, the time to purchase is now.  Up for sale are three individual lots on Banfill Street.  These lots can be purchased individually or together to make a generous sized estate.  This property puts you within walking distance to the lake, the beach, and the RedBar.  The mature oaks bring you back to a time when life moved a little slower.  I simply can not stress how special this property is and how rare of an opportunity this is.  Come take a look and start making memories that last a lifetime.

Lots 10-12 Banfill Street in Grayton Beach
150×140
0.481 acres
Offered at $1,500,000
 
If you are interested in this luxury estate in Grayton Beach and would like to preview it, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

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WaterSound Beach Dream Home 8 Shingle Lane

WaterSound Passages Luxury Home 8 Shingle Lane

8 Shingle Lane in WaterSound PassagesSituated on one of the largest lots within the community of WaterSound beach, lies this stunning six bedroom, six bathroom masterpiece. With its own private pool and wonderful outdoor spaces, leaving the comforts of home will be hard to do. The interior of this house is uniquely appointed with reclaimed hardwood floors, limestone and marble countertops, and gourmet appliances.

When entering the house you are immediately greeted with a large open family style kitchen and a separate dining area. The chef kitchen includes Thermador appliances and a built in wet bar. The cathedral ceiling family room boasts an impressive fireplace, built in bookcases, and massive windows.

Of the six bedrooms, two are master suites, two are guest suites, and are two bunk rooms. With so many choices to choose from, you will be sure to please everyone in your family with their sleeping arrangements. Each bathroom has marble countertops, gorgeous fixtures and creative mirrors. Additionally, there is a carriage house with a full service kitchen. The game room and the lookout tower add to the unique flair of this house and provide additional space to either entertain or enjoy the house on your own accord. The well planned design of the house also includes an elevator, a two car garage, and electronic storage throughout. WaterSound Beach Club membership is available to convey with the purchase of this remarkable house. Listed at 3.495 million, this 6,000 sqft house is just waiting to be enjoyed!!

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

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8 Shingle Lane
WaterSound Beach – Passages
6,297sf
6 Bedrooms | 6.5 Baths
Built in 2008
Gulf Views
HOA $1,110 / quarter
Offered at $3,495,000

 

WaterSound Beach Dream Condo 99 Compass Point Way 408

Compass Point Unit 408 in WaterSound Beach is the Ultimate Luxury Condo!

WaterSound Compass Point #408 Gulf Front CondoThe longer I live in Northwest Florida, the more I appreciate the natural beauty surrounding me at every corner. I can honestly say I never get tired talking about the coastal dune lakes and the sunsets to those visiting our area for the first time. With so many beach “towns” along 30-A, it can be difficult to pinpoint a favorite. For me however, WaterSound has always held a special place in my heart. WaterSound has truly it’s own unique personality along 30-A and the Compass Point condos are an excellent example of taking advantage of the natural beauty of NorthWest Florida.

Compass Point Unit 408 in WaterSound Beach is simply stunning. The circular floor to ceiling windows are the focal point of the condo, allowing the individual unobstructed views of the dunes and the Gulf for miles on end. The dunes surrounding Compass Point are truly special and not to be under-appreciated. With it’s open floor plan and generous size, this gulf front condo represents the best of coastal living. This unbelievable residence encapsulates truly exquisite and awe-inspiring Gulf Front living in WaterSound. Unlike any other condo you have seen before, you will know you have found perfection the moment you step inside. Each of the three guest suites offer unsurpassed views of the Gulf with their own private en suite bath. Gorgeous heart of pine wood floors, spacious balconies, and a spectacular chefs kitchen are just a few of the upgrades in this residence. This is how WaterSound has defined elegant beach living and I for one think they have done an excellent job.

If you are interested in this luxury condo in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email us info@teambaranowski.com.

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WaterSound Compass Point #408
1,818sf
3 Bedrooms | 3 Baths
Built in 2005
4th Floor Unit/ Single Story
HOA $4,590/qtr
Offered for $1,750,000

 

Grayton Beach Gulf Front Home 270 Garfield Street

Grayton Beach Gulf Front “S’il Vous Play” 270 Garfield Street Top Luxury Pick

Grayton Beach Gulf Front Home 270 Garfield - S'il Vous PlayFor the locals of 30-A, historic Grayton Beach has always held a special place in our hearts. Being able to drive on the beach, shore fishing with your Jeep at your back, and the eclectic atmosphere of the Red Bar are just a few of the things that make Grayton uniquely its own. 270 Garfield Street, a home custom designed by architect Jeff Floyd, is an extraordinary example of Gulf front living in Grayton Beach.

This 4-story house has five bedrooms & five baths, with sweeping, unobstructed vistas across State owned dunes. Each bedroom is its own private retreat, with serene furnishings and amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico. With a southwest exposure, you are sure to enjoy year-round sunsets from numerous angles throughout the house. This house has all the bells and whistles you would be looking for in a quality beach house. Heated private pool, double-glazed, low-E glass impact resistant windows and doors, custom finished elevator, private baths adjoined to each bedroom, master bedroom with his and hers closets, including an office area with views of Western Lake, wide-plank Hickory floors throughout, deep porches on every floor, tankless water heating system and a spacious gourmet kitchen are just to name a few! Speaking of the kitchen…this kitchen was truly designed for ease of use. The kitchen includes granite breakfast bar, stainless GE Monogram appliances throughout: 2 refrigerators, 2 dishwashers, 2 washers, 2 dryers, a gas cooktop, convection oven, microwave, ice maker, and a wine cooler. With fireplace and porches galore, why would you ever want to leave this coastal haven. On the off chance that you find yourself needing to “get out”, the beach is just a stones throw away.

If you are interested in this luxury home in Grayton Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

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270 Garfield Street Grayton Beach
3,717sf
5 bedrooms | 5.5 Baths
4 Stories
Built in 2007
Grayton Beach
Gulf Front
Gulf Views
53 Water Front Feet
No HOA
Offered at $2,295,000
 

 

WaterSound Beach Waterfront Masterpiece 68 Creek Bridge Way

68 Creek Bridge Way in WaterSound is our Top Luxury Home Pick

68 Creek Bridge Way WaterSound Beach waterfront homeThis recently built custom lake front beauty is located in the gated community of WaterSound. Designed by Daniel Martin, 68 Creek Bride Way is one of a kind. With its idyllic setting, this WaterSound waterfront home provides endless opportunities for coastal bliss. The main floor is comprised of all open living space: chefs kitchen, formal dining, open living space with a beautiful fireplace, and decks surrounding the exterior. Countless windows, means views from every angle. Whether it is the coastal dune lake, the Gulf of Mexico, or your own private swimming pool, there are water views at every turn. There are several master suites in this five bedroom, five bath house and a super bunk room that can easily sleep eight. Additionally, there is a nanny suite for all of your childcare needs. Crisp colors and clean lines make this WaterSound house simply chic. Whether you love to entertain, have a large extended family, or just enjoy a plethora of living space, this is the house for you. No detail has gone unnoticed and for an asking price of $2.5 million this masterpiece can be yours.

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

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68 Creek Bridge Way
WaterSound Beach – Bridges
4,176sf
5Bedrooms | 5.5 Baths
Built in 2010
Lake Front
Gulf Views | Lake Views
HOA $1,110 / quarter
Offered at $2,595,000

WaterSound Beach Great Buy 177 Tidal Bridge Way

WaterSound Bridges 177 Tidal Bridge Way is a Great Buy!

Under Contract November 3rd, 2011 SOLD for $985K November 30 2011

177 Tidal Bridge Way in WaterSound Beach in BridgesWaterSound Beach has had an excellent year with luxury homes selling. Most of the distressed inventory in WaterSound Beach has been sold. I have been watching 177 Tidal Bridge Way for a long time and it has been reduced to a very competitive price point. Right now it is at the magic number. There are only two homes in WaterSound Beach under $1mil and only one has an outstanding location and views to die for…and that is 177 Tidal Bridge Way. This home is a great buy!

This Cape Cod Style WaterSound home was custom built by Chase Building Group and has one of the best views in WaterSound. The second-floor kitchen and great room offer views of the pristine Camp Creek Coastal Dune Lake and the Emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This nearly 3,000-square-foot home has four bedrooms including two masters and four and a half baths.  177 Tidal Bridge Way features rich 110-year-old Heart Pine floors throughout, honed black granite countertops, exposed architectural wood beams and the essential Viking appliances.

The location of the custom home in WaterSound is excellent. It is conveniently  located across the street from the Bridges pool, which offers an expansive sun deck and clubhouse. From the pool you can stoll down to the beach through one of the most breathtaking private beach accesses on the coast and enjoy WaterSound’s pristine white sand beaches.

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

177 Tidal Bridge Way WaterSound Beach

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177 Tidal Bridge Way
WaterSound Beach – Bridges
2,776sf
4 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths
Built in 2006
Gulf Views | Lake Views
HOA $1,110 / quarter
Offered at $999,000

 

30A Under 300K Cottages at Eastern Lake

76 Eastern Lake Court in the Cottages at Eastern Lake $274,900!

UPDATE: Under Contract November 13, 2011

The most desirable price point for a vacation homes on Scenic 30A is a 3 bedroom 2 bath vacation home at the $350K and under price point. A brand new home south of Scenic 30A under $300K is extremely rare. 76 Eastern Lake Court in the quaint Cottages at Eastern Lake is a few weeks away from completion and it is a gorgeous cottage! Not only is this cottage amazing, it is the ONLY brand new home South of 30A for under $300K!

Situated in the poplar Lakewood Area south of Scenic 30A, the Cottages at Eastern Lake subdivision offers a relaxed beach lifestyle with cobbled roads, well manicured landscaping, a private secluded pool and low HOA fees. It is the perfect combination to own your dream second home, vacation rental or investment property.

76 Eastern Lake Court is spec’ed with Jeld Wen Hurricane Impact Glass windows and doors, travertine natural stone floors, granite counter tops in kitchen and master bath, stainless steel appliances, custom crafted maple cabinets, a jacuzzi tub and a vaulted ceiling in the great room.

Team Baranowski has put together an investor analysis worksheet for 76 Eastern Lake Court and can be downloaded here.

For more information on this quaint cottage in The Cottages at Eastern Lake or to schedule a private tour of the home, please call  Craig @ 850-259-1788 or Tracy at 850-259-4270 or email @ info@teambaranowski.com.

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76 Eastern Lake Court in Cottages at Eastern Lake

76 Eastern Lake Court
South of 30A Santa Rosa Beach
Cottages at Eastern Lake Subdivision
1,300 sf
3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths
HOA $140 per month
Offered at $274,900
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Gulf Front Home in The Retreat 105 St Lucia Lane

Luxury Gulf Front Home in The Retreat Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick

Luxury Gulf Front Home in The Retreat 105 St Lucia LaneThis amazing 4,500 sqft luxury gulf front masterpiece can be yours for a mere 4.3 million dollars. Okay, all you “husbands” you can stop coughing now. This beauty, 105 St. Lucia Lane in The Retreat,  is worth every penny if you are truly looking to live the beach life to its highest potential.

The Retreat has always been a special place along 30A. Being one of St. Joe’s first planned communities along 30A, they took the time to lay the property out correctly. Even since the introduction of WaterSound, WaterColor, and Alys Beach, the Retreat is still one of the most sought after communities.

Sitting directly on the Gulf of Mexico, this gulf front home takes in the amazing surroundings from every possible view point. Windows abound and with its expertly selected paints in hues of soft blues and taupe’s, it feels as though you are surrounded by the sea in this relaxed living space.

Reclaimed teak floors encompass the inside and a massive see-through Austin Stone fireplace warms the living room and the kitchen. The first floor is comprised of a two car garage, an over sized family room, a laundry room that could handle a small football team, a screened sleeping porch, a separate bedroom with a private bath, and an outdoor patio and grill area that will keep even the most fickle chef happy.

The second floor contains the main living space with it’s fireplace, dining room, a study with access to the balcony, and an exceptional kitchen with a butler’s pantry containing cold storage. Did you catch that? A butlers pantry with cold storage and a see-through fireplace all in the same house! My heart is skipping a beat. My readers should know these are two of my favorite features of any house. Additionally, there is a temperature controlled viewing room that overlooks the pristine shoreline. I would have a hard time figuring out which is my favorite spot to curl up and read a good book.

The third floor is comprised of another large balcony, the spacious and gorgeous master bedroom, and two additional bedrooms each with their own full bath. This house is being sold fully furnished. It is apparent that an immense amount of time and expertise went into selecting every last piece of furniture for this home. Everything is laid out perfectly to give you a feeling of comfort but also luxury. It is rare that I find a house I would leave just the way it is but in this case it is true. 105 St. Lucia Lane is an example of perfection. Come take a look and be blown away. You can also help me find out the perfect reading nook, as there are just too many exceptional choices.

For more information on this gulf front luxury home in The Retreat call Tracy Baranowski at 850-259-4270 or email @ info@teambaranowski.com.

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WaterSound Beach Condo Compass Point Unit 101

Compass Point Unit 101 SOLD!

This condo sold October 21st 2011!

Fantastic opportunity to own a 4 Bedroom gulf front condo in WaterSound Beach. This beautiful four bedroom unit in Compass Point is a must see if you are looking to buy in WaterSound Beach. Compass Point Unit 101 resides in the golf cart friendly area of  WaterSound Beach off Scenic Highway 30A with easy access to over 1 mile of private pristine white sand beaches and WaterSound’s luxury amenities including a private Beach Club, exclusive access to private Golf Courses, private pools, walking paths, tennis courts, a fitness center and more. If you are looking for a spacious gulf front condo with beautiful gulf views and floor plan that feels more like a home, then this unit is for you.

37 Compass Point Unit 101 is a 4 Bedroom, 4 and 1 half bath two story condo loaded with upgrades. Each bedroom has its own access to the spacious wrap around porches and a deep one car garage offers a much welcomed parking space and storage area. This is a hot buy in WaterSound Beach!

Call Craig @ 850-259-1788 or Tracy @ 850-259-4270 for more details.

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37 Compass Point Way Unit 101 in WaterSound Beach
Built in 2005
2,588 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $969,000

If you are interested in this luxury condo in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Inlet Beach Gulf Front Contemporary Home 36 Walton Magnolia Lane

Gulf Front Contemporary Home in Inlet Beach as Tracy's Top Luxury Pick

This gulf front contemporary home in Inlet Beach is simply amazing, an architects dream! Extremely modern in its presence, this houses is not something I would typically be drawn to but the never ending views take your breath away and I am willing to forgo my “must have a fireplace” rule.

36 Walton Magnolia Lane is a Gulf front modern beauty. With over 2,400 sqft sitting directly on the sugar white sands of the Emerald Coast in Inlet Beach, it goes without saying that the views are all consuming. From every angle of every room you are constantly reminded of where you are at…beautiful NW Florida. The interior of this house is slick stucco, which gives off a chic coolness throughout. The sleek and modern kitchen is equipped with top of the line stainless steel appliances, gorgeous dark wood cabinets, and an eye catching tile. Of course the sink has been positioned in such a way that even while doing dishes you are still able to enjoy the Gulf views. Endless windows and open space make up the living and dining areas. The master bedroom has a wall of endless windows facing the Gulf which lead out onto a private porch. The master bath is tiled throughout, which coordinates perfectly with the rest of the house. The use of slick stucco, neutral toned tiles, and sleek cabinets all add in making the Gulf of Mexico the center piece of this house. Now, as beautiful as this house is, my favorite part is the lower level swimming pool! Open to the fresh sea air and covered from direct sun, this dipping pool with a waterfall is perfect. I am certain I would never want to leave this area. With the beach at your finger tips and a refreshing pool at your back, I would call this perfection!

36 Walton Magnolia Lane is offered at $3.5million. $1 dollar for every time you would say “wow”. Come take a look.

Inlet Beach 36 Walton Magnolia Lane
2,484sf
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, 3 Half Baths
Built in 2004
Contemporary Gulf Front Home
 
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WaterColor 51 Park Row Lane

WaterColor Home – Tracy's Top Luxury Pick

Often times my clients will request a home that not only has Gulf views, but is also surrounded by State Park and overlooks one of the coastal dune lakes. This request is a tall order, not impossible but also not found very often. This weeks luxury pick, has all of these and so much more inside, that it could not go unnoticed! 51 Park Row Lane in WaterColor is my Top Luxury Pick for the Week.

51 Park Row is located on the Southside of 30-A in the community of WaterColor. This house is one of only two homes that are currently on the market in this very specific, isolated location. 51 Park Row overlooks Grayton Beach State Park, Western Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. Besides its amazing location, the interior appointments of this home are just as alluring as the views that surround it. The first floor is comprised of two oversized guest suites each with their own private spa-like bathrooms that have been outfitted with premium WaterWorks fixtures, sleek glass tiles, and the ever classic marble countertops. Solid wood walls carry you from the first floor up to the second where you will find an open-concept floor plan that seamlessly joins the living room, dining room, and the kitchen, making one cohesive space. It is obvious the second floor of this home has been situated to maximize your enjoyment of its multiple unique views. The kitchen itself is adorned with marble countertops, Thermador and Viking appliances, and coastal chic embellishments. Built-ins and multiple doors leading to the outside patio complete the space. The third floor is comprised of the master suite, the ultimate sanitary, offering a restful retreat. Vaulted ceilings and numerous French doors leading to a private patio, add in the overall pleasure this room has to offer. In addition the master suite has a partially enclosed sitting room containing a built-in media center. The master bath features a double vanity with quartz countertops, separate shower, and a truly unique slipper tub. Every inch of this house has been considered and utilized. The stairs that lead up to the third floor have been transformed into a cozy nook to read a summer book. Two built-in bunks with individual televisions and a full bath concealed behind a sliding barn door complete this unique space.

With all that WaterColor has to offer, including multiple pools, tennis courts, Beach Club, and Boat House this house is truly something special. When something is this special and this unique, it will not last long. Come take a tour with me, I would love to show you around.

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51 Park Row Lane in WaterColor
Built in 2004
3,196 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths
3 Stories
Currently offered at $4,999,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterColor and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home. Please give Tracy, Craig or Danny a call at 850.583.1640 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com

Rosemary Beach Home 112 West Kingston Road

Rosemary Beach Home Short Sale – Tracy's Top Luxury Pick

Craig and I walk through many amazing luxury homes on Scenic 30A and along the Emerald Coast. We have a very short list of favorites and 112 West Kingston Road in Rosemary Beach is among the best of the best on Scenic 30A. We have wanted to have this amazing home as our top luxury pick for some time, however this luxury home in Rosemary Beach was under contract. Recently put back on the market, 112 Kingston is a must see if you are looking for one of the finest and most unique homes in Rosemary Beach at a price that is even more amazing than the home itself. You could not build this home for the price it is being offered at…even in today's highly competitive and price conscious building market.

Built on the largest lot in Rosemary Beach this inspiring residence offers solitude and privacy from the flurry of people who visit Rosemary Beach on a yearly basis. If you ask most of the permanent residents of Rosemary Beach they all say the North Side of 30A is the place to be if you want to truly enjoy Rosemary Beach.

Situated on the largest lot in Rosemary Beach, this surprising residence is born from a tantalizing fusion of Tuscan charm and spicy Indonesian flare, brilliantly composed by Looney Ricks Kiss Architects. An incredibly spacious courtyard, certainly found nowhere else in Rosemary Beach if not on all of Scenic Highway 30A, is enveloped by the structure of the home to create a private and serene oasis. Tiered terraces encompass a resort-style pool, fountain and multiple lounging areas. This grandiose outdoor living space is complimented by equally matched interior living spaces, especially suited for entertaining but wonderful for day-to-day life as well. A separate guest suite on the ground floor is joined by an office. Two additional bedrooms reside upstairs along with a media room and the master suite. A versatile space below the main level is currently used as a home gym but offers options for other utilities, such as a media room, home theater, craft or playroom. Above the two-car garage is a large carriage house with a bedroom and a bunk room. The attention to every detail of this home makes it impossible to mention them all.
 
112 West Kingston Road in Rosemary Beach
Built in 2003
5,451 sqft
5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths, 2 Half Baths
HOA $950 per Quarter
Currently listed at 1.799 million
 

112 Kingston Road in Rosemary Beach

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If you are interested in this luxury home in Rosemary Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com
 

Wild Heron 1141 Turtleback Trail as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick October 4 2010

Rarely do I step outside of my Scenic 30 & Point Washington bubble to find a luxury pick. The truth be told, I simply don’t have to. With so many creative minds and skilled hands living and working along 30A, our area boasts a plethora of unique communities that exhibit true luxury. For one of my “finds” I was enthralled with an estate in Pensacola and Craig just about had a heart attack. “You found something outside of 30-A?”. “It can happen”, I said. And so it has again, but this time it was a traditional coastal craftsman masterpiece in Wild Heron that stole my heart.

Wild Heron 1141 Turtleback Trail

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This Estate Home in Wild Heron rests beneath a 100 year old Magnolia whose ancient boughs shade a generous patio with a deluxe outdoor granite kitchen and granite capped columns on the spacious porch and screened porch. The paved patio features an Arts & Crafts granite and stone water feature and stunning landscape lighting. Richly appointed details are found in both the exterior and interior of this signature Craftsman-style residence lending to indoor/outdoor entertaining that flows seamlessly. Situated in the center of 3+ acres of "Green Conservation Area" with a large manicured and stocked lake in front and more than 100 feet of natural preserve behind, makes this private residence one of the most desirable estate home-sites within its community. This magnificent home is a wonderful blend of natural materials including kiln dried wood and cedar shake, huge planks of mahogany floors and doors, tasteful slate floors, rare and exquisite granite, frameless glass enclosures and travertine marble, and quaint pathways. It is apparent when you first approach this house that only the best materials were used during the construction. Built with Green Construction Technology, the home has a reflective UV barrier beneath the shakes to insulate and cut heat and A/C costs and I know we would all rather spend our money on more exciting items then our utility bills. A beautiful mahogany and beveled glass front door with side lights welcomes you in to this masterpiece. The custom hand crafted Arts and Crafts light fixtures, huge work efficient gourmet kitchen with its large pantry and top of the line appliances are also sure to take your breath away. This kitchen actually put me in the mood to bake something sumptuous. The master suite has two HUGE walk-in closets with granite built-ins, one of which is cedar lined. The list of exquisite features goes on and on.

Now, if you haven’t driven through Wild Heron lately you really should. This premier gulf-coast community, is nestled among pines and freshwater lakes. The new association management is in the process of making wonderful improvements to this already fantastic community. Gated access with 24 hour security, this golf, beach, tennis and social Neighborhood is planned around the impressive Greg Norman designed golf course-Shark's Tooth and the Shark's Tooth Clubhouse. The community of Wild Heron embodies understated elegance that can compare to anything the discriminating buyer is accustomed to.

1141 Turtleback Trail in Wild Heron
Built in 2003
3,579 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
Currently listed at 1.395 million
 
If you are interested in this luxury home in Wild Heron and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com
 

WaterSound Condo Just Reduced $245K – Compass Point Unit 101

Seller says to bring them an offer! Fantastic opportunity to own a 4 Bedroom condo in WaterSound Beach. This beautiful four bedroom unit in Compass Point is the lowest price four bedroom unit by $495K and has been reduced to $1.1million. Compass Point Unit 101 resides in the golf cart friendly area of WaterSound Beach with easy access to over 1 mile of private pristine white sand beaches and WaterSound's luxury amenities including a private Beach Club, exclusive access to private Golf Courses, Pools, walking paths, tennis courts, a fitness center and more. If you are looking for a spacious condo with beautiful gulf views and floor plan that feels more like a home, then this unit is for you.

37 Compass Point Unit 101 is a 4 Bedroom, 4 and 1 half bath two story condo loaded with upgrades. Each bedroom has its own access to the spacious wrap around porches and a deep one car garage offers a much welcomed parking space and storage area. This is NOT a short sale or foreclosure, just a an amazing buy!

37 Compass Point Way Unit 101

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37 Compass Point Way Unit 101 in WaterSound Beach
Built in 2005
2,588 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $1,100,000

If you are interested in this luxury condo in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Seacrest 172 A Street Hot Property Alert September 9 2010

Back on Market! 172 A Street REO $880,900!

This 2007 Aurora Award winning home in Seacrest is coming on the market next week. We wanted to alert our customers of this tremendous buy before it comes on the market. 172 A Street is one of the most unique homes on Scenic 30a. Peacefully located at the end of a quiet cul-da-sac backing to a nature preserve and Camp Creek Golf Course. Ideally located between WaterSound Beach and Alys Beach, this home personifies how details make the difference between easy living and custom living. This 5,940sf custom home with deeded beach access is truly the ultimate coastal family home.

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This house has all of the features you would expect in a custom home: 12′ ceilings, triple paned hurricane glass windows & doors, extensive wood working including: a custom stair case, bead board and V groove planking, 3 massive Isokern brick fireplaces, black bottom heated pool, children’s climate controlled playhouse, icynene foam insulation, privacy fencing, Colorado Gold Vein Marble counter tops throughout, white washed brick work throughout, extensive built in custom cabinetry/ book cases and custom closets, a dedicated workout room, an executive office suite, a children’s work center, a second office on the 1st floor, over-sized walk-in pantry, massive 560sf master bedroom with a sitting area and fireplace, views of the gulf from second and third floors, private porches, widows walk with 360deg views of the gulf and Camp Creek golf course, secret storage/ bonus room, Japanese soaking tub in master, Jetted teacup cast iron tub in children’s bath. The award winning eat-in gourmet kitchen is truly for a food enthusiast with an over-sized marble island, a 48″ Thermadore Gas Range oven and ultra quiet range hood. Enjoy your culinary delights on a private screened porch over looking the pool with 3 waterfalls in the summer and a wood burning fireplace in the cooler months. This residence is a luxurious haven in which a balance between work and play is achieved. Truly, is a dream come true, a veritable paradise.

172 A Street in Seacrest
Offered at $880,900
REO
5,940sf
4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 3 Half Baths
Built 2007
 
If you are interested in this luxury home in Seacrest and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Santa Rosa Beach 94 Sienna Ct as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick September 7 2010

Privacy, pools, outdoor living spaces…that are both functional during the hot summer months and in the cooler winter months, and fireplaces:  That is my must have list for a top luxury home on Scenic 30A. This has always has been and probably always will be my must have list.  Now, for my nice to have list…I would include hardwood floors, gourmet eat-in kitchen, reading nook with built in bookcases, unique architecture, and an impressive master suite.  Imagine finding ALL of these items in one exceptional property on Scenic 30A in Santa Rosa Beach.  Well, this week’s top luxury pick does just that and more with 94 Sienna Court located on the highly sought after Redfish Lane in Santa Rosa Beach. This luxury home oozes Scenic 30A luxury.

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Inside the gates of Little Redfish Lane in Santa Rosa Beach is a Mediterranean style home that is all about outdoor living and entertaining in the most private setting. Built with style and function in mind, the first floor is an open plan with a chef's kitchen and butler pantry with extra dishwasher and full-size Viking wine cooler. Next is a cozy sitting/reading room with built in cabinets. The dining room and living room open to a large side porch leading to the pool. Upstairs is the master bedroom and bath with steam shower and a soaking tub. French doors open from the bath to another second floor porch overlooking the pool. The guest room and bath also open to this porch. There are 4 sets of custom French doors that lead to the courtyard with saltwater pool. Connecting the main house with the studio is a loggia with a large outdoor fireplace for those fall and winter months. The loggia is screened and may be open or closed. One of the most dramatic features of this house is the antique barrel tile roof from a convent in South America. Upstairs and downstairs in both buildings are separated by concrete construction insuring a quiet environment. The studio building contains a full kitchen, bathroom and a loft bedroom upstairs. The stand-alone world-class art studio is designed with a two story north light and is equipped with a full size compressor for working on sculpture or simply blowing up your bike tires. Or the studio can double for older kid's living quarters with it's kitchen, full bath, and loft bedroom. The loggia and pool is situated perfectly to ensure privacy overlooking the 15 x 44 foot lap pool and fountain. In the winter a large fireplace makes the loggia an all-year outdoor area. Mature landscaping enhances privacy and includes a petanque court that completes the southern Mediterranean atmosphere.

Santa Rosa Beach Luxury Home 94 Sienna Court
Built in 2006
3,657 sqft
3 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
Currently offered at $3,895,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Santa Rosa Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com

WaterSound: 155 Bluejack St as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for August 2nd 2010

Sometimes when you are surrounded by such spectacular images, individual beauty tends to fade or rather blend in to the background. I find this to be true with community of WaterColor. Because the landscaping is so completely “perfect” and the natural surrounding so serene, the viewer begins to overlook individual beauty and quality construction of specific homes. For this particular house, there is no possible way to ignore the amazing beauty it beholds. 155 Bluejack Street in WaterColor is a builder's own custom home and it goes without saying that attention was paid to every last detail. Custom finishes and the finest engineering is found throughout the house. One of only a few houses in WaterColor with a pool, a generator, and a carriage house, make this house ideal for either full time living or exponential rental income.

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Impact rated windows and doors by Weathershield. Reclaimed hardwood flooring 100+ years old. Indoor and outdoor fireplaces. High end appliances including Subzero, DCS dual fuel range, Fisher Paykel Dish Drawers, Icemaker, Wine Beverage cooler and a complete kitchen in the Carriage House with two separate sleeping quarters make this carriage house very comfortable for a small family. The carriage house grossed over $32000 in rental income last year! Custom lighting, designer stone and tile work must be seen. Extensive tongue and groove wood on walls and ceilings. Triple layer exterior over a custom insulation package of sprayed foam for energy efficiency. Brazilian hardwood decking on over 1500 square feet of porches. Whole house distributed video and audio and security and dedicated surround sound media room. Outdoor kitchen with stainless grill and sink and extensive privacy trellis' around heated pool/jacuzzi with custom paver patio. 4290 square feet conditioned space and 505 square foot garage, with 1500+ square feet of porches and architectural features that inspire luxury coastal living.

155 Bluejack Street in WaterColor
Built in 2008
4,300 sqft
6 Bedrooms, 7 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
3 Stories
Currently offered at $1,850,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterColor and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com

WaterSound Beach Condo: 37 Compass Point Way Unit 101 as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick July 19 2010

WaterSound Beach is a magical place with over 1 mile of private pristine white sand beaches. St. Joe's premier development is loaded with luxury amenities including a private Beach Club, exclusive access to private Golf Courses, Pools, walking paths, tennis courts, a fitness center and more. If you are looking for a spacious condo with beautiful gulf views and floor plan that feels more like a home, then this unit is for you.

37 Compass Point Unit 101 is a 4 Bedroom, 4 and 1 half bath two story condo loaded with upgrades. Each bedroom has its own access to the spacious wrap around porches and a deep one car garage offers a much welcomed parking space and storage area.

37 Compass Point Way Unit 101

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The wait is over, this desirable floor plan is finally on the market! This is a stunning 4-bedroom, first floor 2-story end-unit condo. With over 2,500sqft and a garage this unit most certainly doesn't feel like your typical condo. Being one of only a few end unit condos, this property has a very spacious feeling accentuated by extensive upgrades including Carlisle Wide Plank hardwood floors, custom trim details and wainscot panels, Viking Appliances and built in custom cabinetry. Large windows span the entire east side of the unit, allowing for beautiful views in every direction. The over-sized deck on both the first floor and the second floor wraps around the corner, thus giving you ample room for eating, lounging, or entertaining. Each bedroom has its own over-sized bathroom and its own entrance onto one of the two over-sized sweeping porches. The master bedroom has the ability to isolate its balcony allowing for private morning coffee overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and the coastal dune lake. Master bedroom is located on the second floor, while the other three suites are located on the first floor. Professional kitchen, large living and dining area, home office, full sized laundry room, attached garage, and plenty of storage make this a very comfortable second home or a permanent residence

37 Compass Point Way Unit 101 in WaterSound Beach
Built in 2005
2,588 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $1,345,000

If you are interested in this luxury condo in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury property, please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Gulf Front Home in Rosemary Beach 78 South Green Turtle as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick May 24 2010

78 South Green Turtle SOLD $7.33mil in July 2011!

One of the favorite parts of doing my weekly Top Luxury Pick is to choose the best of the best in premier luxury homes along the Emerald Coast. It seems most buyers are only interested in foreclosures and bank owned properties or getting steals. However, there are many buyers out there looking for only the best and most premier properties along the Emerald Coast. We have featured some of the most exclusive homes money can buy along the Emerald Coast: 279 Grayton Trails Road in Grayton Beach, 230 W Bermuda in The Retreat, 2488 Hwy 30-A in Seaside, 111 Little Redfish Lane in Santa Rosa Beach, and 113 Founders lane in WaterSound Beach

78 South Green Turtle Lane is a Gulf Front Luxury Home in Rosemary Beach and makes the best of the best list for the Emerald Coast. This exquisite Estate home in Rosemary Beach was meticulously renovated in 2008. This gulf front home was featured in “Southern Accents” and will take your breath away the moment you enter the property.

78 South Green Turtle in Rosemary Beach

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STUNNINGLY GORGEOUS ESTATE HOME located in the highly sought after development of Rosemary Beach. This “Southern Accents” featured home has been renovated from top to bottom. With the renovations completed in late 2008 the owners have been able to enjoy this Gulf Front home with its Estate Sized Lot and the 85 feet of Gulf Front Splendor in grand style. Living space of over 5000 square feet along with a spacious carriage house provides plenty of room for large gatherings or quiet times with your family. The new world class fresh air kitchen allows for ample space to test your culinary skills while you enjoy the Gulf Views and fabulous breezes. Tuck yourself away in the expansive Master Suite with its custom furnishings, bedding, draperies and remote control shades. Take time to gather your thoughts in the large private dressing room after bathing in the spectacular soaking tub while you take in the views of the blue waters of the Gulf. Guests have their choice of three retreats on the first floor. All have custom fabrics and designer baths ready for their enjoyment. Ascend the magnificent curving stairway to the 2nd floor where you can enjoy a movie in the Media Room/5th Bedroom for a movie or entertain in the Grand Room as you take in the panoramic Gulf Views. Relax in the living area or join the chef in the gourmet kitchen with its tumbled marble and bronze woven wall. Brand new chef quality appliances await your creative cooking skills or those of your staff. A newly expanded pantry features a Custom Bar and many other conveniences. The dining area is adorned with custom furnishings as well as estate sized Iron Chandeliers. With your favorite morning or evening beverage in hand enjoy the over sized verandas on the south and west sides of the home. You will often see a school of dolphins or the most fabulous sunset imaginable from these verandas. Enjoy a view of the grand gardens that were designed by a well respected landscape architect from the verandas as well. The Renovation and Interior Design were artfully overseen and completed by a well known designer. From the subtle color scheme to the high quality of the furnishings and finishes, this is a home that you and your family will love to call your own for many generations.

78 South Green Turtle Lane in Rosemary Beach Florida
6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath
5,484sf
Built in 2001
Renovated 2008
85′ of Gulf Front
Currently offered at $8,495,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Rosemary Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Holiday Isle Estate 627 Gulf Shore Drive as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for May 17 2010

Holiday Isle 627 Gulf Shore Drive SOLD $3.3mil May 2011!

Scenic 30-A offers some of the most exclusive and elegant homes along the Emerald Coast with luxury masterpieces being featured in Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, WaterSound, WaterColor and The Retreat. However, there are many gems that are nestled along some of the most beautiful areas of Destin’s Beaches. This week’s Top Luxury Pick brings us to Holiday Isle where we showcase a Tuscan Villa that will inspire anyone looking for the ultimate in luxury living.

Like all true classics, this Tuscan Villa transcends the boundaries of time and style. This custom built home is easy, yet elegant and lends itself to family gatherings and entertaining. The large corner lot on Holiday Isle, offers expansive gulf views while the rear of the home overlooks the pool area and canal. The impressive two story entry draws immediate attention to the superb craftsmanship found throughout this home.

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The Dining Room with gulf views comfortably seats 16 at two tables. The hand painted walls and ceiling are a work of art. The Butler’s Pantry (adjoins the kitchen) provides a multitude of cabinets as well as a wine cooler. Any cook will enjoy the Gourmet Kitchen with a SubZero refrigerator, SubZero freezer, Thermador Professional gas cook top with 6 burners and griddle, dual ovens, 2 Bosch dishwashers, 2 warming drawers, 2 drink cooling drawers, and an Advantium microwave/convection oven. There are 2 pantries off the kitchen, one walkin. For more casual gatherings, there is a dining area off the kitchen with a wet bar. The Great Room offers balconies with gulf views as well as pool and canal views. It is spacious with a relaxed cotemporary elegance. The coffered ceiling, gas log fireplace and electronically callable television make this room easy to enjoy. The Master Bedroom and its views of the Gulf of Mexico is simply breathtaking. The Ladies Office is adjacent to the Master and houses a full size safe. The well appointed His and Her Master Bathrooms are equipped with heated floors and near the master’s private laundry room. An Exercise Room (or Nursery) adjoins the Master with a full bath. On the ground floor, the state of the art Media Room has a programmable projection system with surround sound, and comfortably seats 14. The Game Room has 2 TVs, (1 cable and 1 satellite), a pool table and seating area w/ refrigerator, ice maker and dishwasher. A main storage room houses individual storage units and closets for all media components storage and complete wiring for the entire house. The Heated Pool and Cabana with a bar, refrigerator, ice maker and sink make poolside entertaining easy. Two 40′ boat slips (1 with a lift) and seawall dockage are adjacent to the pool deck. A complete apartment with separate entry and garage is also on the ground level. On the 3rd floor, there is a Children’s Living Area and 4 additional bedrooms with gulf views and each w/ a full bath. Also on the 3rd level is the Main Study with warm, cherry wood paneling floor to ceiling and a full bath. Additional features include: A 4 car garage, 1 car garage for apartment, elevator, motorized chandelier for easy cleaning, laundry rooms on every level, generator, security system w/ surveillance cameras, 7 HVACs, a sun deck, screened porch poolside, balconies or porches off most rooms, custom drapes and rugs, plantation shutters, travertine tile floors and large storage rooms and closets throughout. The public beach access is directly across the street. Home is being sold furnished w/ a list of exclusions available upon request. Buyer’s agent to verify dimensions.

627 Gulf Shore Drive in Holiday Isle
7 Bedrooms | 11 Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath
12,250sf
Built in 2003
90′ of Canal Front
Gulf Views
Currently offered at $6,500,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Holiday Isle and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Inlet Beach Home 293 Winston Lane as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for May 4 2010

I have always been fond of Inlet Beach. It is a little sleepier, a little slower than its Rosemary Beach neighbor, yet it hasn’t lost sight of its magnificent placement along the Gulf of Mexico. Just steps from the mesmerizing waters of the Gulf of Mexico and panoramic views, this Southern manor inspired house truly has it all. Fountains, a heated saline pool, outside shower, outdoor kitchen, and ample outside parking, the outside of this house rivals the inside on both beauty and functionality. The porches on all levels welcome you to take a moment to enjoy your natural surroundings. 293 Winston Lane in Inlet Beach is my top luxury pick for May 4th 2010 and it is spectacular!

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The interior of this luxury home in Inlet Beach is sublime, with its spacious second floor kitchen decorated in stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinets. Contrasting hues of white, cream, and black make the kitchen both timeless and ultra modern. The kitchen opens up into the living room and dining room. There is a wonderful fireplace perfectly situated in the living room for the family to gather around and the dining room can easily accommodate 10 guests. There is an additional gathering space on the first floor for less formal entertainment. There are six bedrooms, all oversized and completely relaxing with travertine tile throughout. The bathrooms are classic in design, with white bead board and granite countertops. The bunk room invokes fun for kids of all ages, while it can sleep eight. This Inlet Beach House has such a functional floor plan yet its beauty overrides your senses.

With over 4,000 sqft, this 6 bedroom, 5 bath house is well worth the asking price of 1.895 million.

293 Winston Lane in Inlet Beach
Built in 2008
4,100 sqft
6 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths
2 Stories
Currently offered at $1,895,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Inlet Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email us info@teambaranowski.com

WaterColor Home 369 Spartina Circle as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for April 26th 2010

WaterColor has some very inspiring luxury homes, and it is a popular spot for our weekly top luxury picks. If you have ever attended the Walton County Parade of Homes you have seen some amazing properties in WaterColor. One of my favorite home builders that pushes the envelope for luxury and impeccable attention to detail is Onno Horn of Domicile Construction. A few of his incredible homes have been featured in the Parade of Homes in WaterColor.

369 Spartina Circle in WaterColor was built by Onno Horn of Domiclile Construction and its interiors were designed by Jennifer Hunter. This home is a true luxury masterpiece.

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Located on the Cinnamon Fern park that backs up to lake on Camp for WaterColor campus. This house built by Onno Horn of Domicile Construction and interior designer Jennifer Hunter. Listed as a three full bedrooms, but also offers 3-tier bunk beds in the downstairs private hall and half bath. The open living areas have 2-story vaulted ceilings with special effect lighting open to the Gourmet Kitchen which leads out to a screened porch for dining. Large expansive porches front and back. Second level offers two large bedroom suites with full spacious bathrooms, sitting areas with wet bar that overlooks downstairs living room. French doors lead from this sitting area to the second level rear wrap-around porch with lounging chairs and comfortable sitting areas, great view of the activities of the Cinnamon Fern Park and lake areas.

369 Spartina Circle in WaterColor
Built in 2006
2,650 sqft
3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $1,595,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterColor and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com

Luxury Home in The Retreat 230 W Bermuda Drive as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for April 20th 2010

This luxury home in The Retreat is simply divine. Such extraordinary details adorn all three levels, making this house truly an architectural masterpiece yearning to be discovered on the Emerald Coast. The Retreat on Scenic Highway 30-A continues to deliver the ultimate in luxury and 230 West Bermuda Drive is fantastic example of the ultimate luxury retreat along the coast.

Luxury Home in The Retreat 230 W Bermuda Drive

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The entrance foyer is enveloped in tabby stone walls, beginning your journey into exceptional house. Striking glass pendants and antique mirrored ceilings add to the ambiance of the reception room. On the ground level, a guest suite with private bath is joined by a special bunk room with playful Japanese soaking tub and chic media room. Outside of this ground floor suite, a stone terrace with fire pit tapers into a grove of Scrub Oak leading to the shore of Draper Lake. A meticulously detailed iron and wood staircase set against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling herringbone brickwork leads to the upper floors, as does the adjacent residential elevator. The sunny second floor features a modern kitchen, wine room, Florida room and living room with fireplace. Floor and ceiling treatments designate these generous spaces from one another; a deeply coffered wood ceiling in the Florida room, antique mirror inlay ceiling and wood with stone inset floor in the dining room; and a cathedral, scissor-truss ceiling in the living room conveys both grace and grandeur. An additional guest suite with private bath completes the second floor. The third floor is comprised of a decadent master retreat. Its large sleeping chamber with wood beam ceiling and carved corbel accents features windows that gaze over the entirety of The Retreat to the shimmering Gulf water. A zen bath includes his and hers vanities, impressive dual steam shower and an immense chromatherapy tub. A separate study with built-in desk, cabinetry and gorgeous view provides a serene workspace while a loft library with wet bar can be used to pursue more leisurely activities. A delightfully precarious acrylic catwalk dodges through the scissor-trusses over the living room to a covered porch overlooking Draper Lake and the Gulf. If the main house wasn’t magnificent enough, venture to the attached carriage house with its fully-equipped, self-contained guest residence with full kitchen, living area, bedroom and bath.

Current asking price is 6.750 million for just over 6,000 sqft. 5 full bedrooms, 6 full baths, and 1 half bath.

230 W Bermuda in The Retreat
5 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 1 Half Bath
6,035sf
Built in 2009
Currently offered at $6,750,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in The Retreat and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Rosemary Beach Gulf Front Home 88 Windward Lane as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick for April 5th 2010

88 Windward Sold for $3,850,000 on May 11, 2010

 
When the weather turns warm I find myself instinctively drawn to those homes that embrace the outdoors and welcome you to take a moment to enjoy the natural beauty of Northwest Florida. Many homes in our area do have some outside space available to them, but it is those rare few that truly draw the outdoors in that I look for. 
 
For this weeks luxury pick I have found an exceptional gulf front home in Rosemary Beach that does just that. With 66 feet of Gulf frontage, on the Eastern end of Rosemary Beach, 88 Windward Lane is bordered by dedicated public beach access which allows for expansive views across the Gulf of Mexico. Both stories of this house boast expansive gulf front covered balconies allowing for additional living space to enjoy the stunning gulf views and amazing sunsets. The entrance of the house is just as stunning with its private courtyard and fountain providing a central gathering area for friends, family, or guests. 
 

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This Gulf front home in Rosemary Beach is elegantly simple, with its whitewashed floors, slip covered sofas, soft color palette throughout, and a wide open kitchen design. There are four generous sized bedrooms with their own bathrooms in the main house. Additionally, there is a 750 sqft carriage house that is equipped for full time living with a generous living area, full bath, and a loft bedroom. Both the main house and the carriage house feature a spacious floor plan, gorgeous furnishings, large porches, and chef’s kitchen. Everything about this house beckons you to enjoy your natural surroundings and to get out there and enjoy life.
 
88 Windward Lane in Rosemary Beach Florida
5 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms
4,000sf
Built in 2002
66' of Gulf Front
Currently offered at $4,495,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Rosemary Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Rosemary Beach Home 276 East Water Street as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick March 22 2010

We have been busy going through dozens of luxury homes with customers in many of our favorite developments including WaterColor, WaterSound, Seaside and Rosemary Beach. This amazing luxury home in Rosemary Beach caught my eye specifically with its contemporary finishes and environmentally sensitive design. 276 East Water Street in Rosemary Beach was designed by Architect Gary Justiss and featured in Coastal Living Magazine in 2007. If you are looking for an amazing home on the south side of Rosemary Beach, this may be the home for you.

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Originally a modest dogtrot cottage in Rosemary Beach, the home was modified & more than doubled in size to contain a mirror image of the original structure, connected by an atrium like breezeway which serves as the living area as well as the focal point. Enjoy the fabulous living room fireplace while looking out the huge wall of windows onto the cozy courtyard and fountain. Contemporary finishes, such as smooth, hand troweled stucco finishes on key interior walls mingled with horizontal, wide plank paneling, contribute to a sophisticated, yet casual atmosphere. Limestone counters, stainless steel appliances and custom, reeded wormy oak cabinets complete the kitchen's clean, modern design. Two master suites, each with private sleeping porches and large, inviting master baths are located upstairs. Both master baths include mosaic tiles and free standing soaking tubs, surrounded by river rocks.
 
276 East Water Street in Rosemary Beach Florida
4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
2,500sf
Built in 2006
Currently offered at $1,835,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in Rosemary Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

WaterSound Beach Luxury Home 67 Salt Box Lane as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick March 8 2010

With its 1 mile of stretch of private beach and Nantucket Style homes, WaterSound Beach is one of the top luxury developments along Scenic 30-A and Northwest Florida. WaterSound Beach  has some of the most elegant properties and is a favorite of mine for premier luxury properties. 

67 Salt Box Lane tops our list to make this it my top luxury pick for the week. This stunning home located in the Passages of WaterSound Beach, the premier neighborhood of WaterSound Beach, is only a short walk away form the white sand dunes and the Gulf of Mexico.

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WaterSound Beach 67 Salt Box Lane

This amazing Monte Hewett residence is located in the picturesque and quaint gulf front community of WaterSound Beach. Overlooking a serene park and framed by nature this residence offers a peaceful and tranquil escape. Adorned with beautiful, large porches, one with an amazing shell encrusted fireplace, this home takes advantage of nature with its superb location, just a short stroll to the Gulf of Mexico and the white sugar sand beaches of WaterSound Beach. Windows galore provide a light, bright, airy and open beach feel. Boasting four bedrooms and four and a half baths, this beach home, with its fine architectural details and custom decor, is the epitome of comfort and laid-back elegance. Fine appointments, such as dark-stained, hand-scraped floors, high-end granite, and commercial grade appliances are found throughout the home. Each room is carefully and thoughtfully designed with tasteful beach decor. The comfortable first floor guest bedroom suite is spacious and convenient. The great room with meticulous wood-work is adjacent to the dining room and well-equipped kitchen. Open and spacious, this is the entertainment hub of this spectacular home. The second level offers a master suite which opens up to a relaxing porch to enjoy the park setting. The master bathroom is ample sized with spectacular, custom tile work, vast double vanities, infinity tub and huge walk-in closet! Two more spacious bedrooms each with their own private baths and laid back beach design finish off the second floor. The third floor tower has a private work space area with desk with a winding staircase leading to sweeping views of the WaterSound Beach roof tops and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico!

67 Salt Box Lane in WaterSound Beach
Built in 2007
3,457 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $1,595,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Alys Beach Luxury Home 43 Lady Bug as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick February 22 2010

What I love most about almost any home you find in Alys Beach is the way in which all of the windows and divided light doors on the lower level flow seamlessly into the outdoor courtyard, welcoming you to enjoy the outdoor spaces and never allowing you to forget just how beautiful your outdoor surroundings are. 43 Lady Bug Court in Alys Beach is a perfect example of just that. With its tranquil dipping pool, lush landscaping, and wall fountain, one can't help but become overwhelmed with a peaceful and relaxed feeling.

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Alys Beach Home 43 Lady Bug Court

When you first walk into this impressive 2-story Alys Beach courtyard home, you are greeted with an amazingly long tiled entrance hallway. The tile design makes a massive statement, which eagerly carries you into this gorgeous house. The living/dining room has a corner fireplace which I am particularly fond of because it allows for much more control of your furniture placement. This area boosts exceptional views of the pedestrian path and the park. The clean-lined kitchen has been done to the “9's”, with stainless steel appliances and a massive limestone island. Two guest bedrooms and a very spacious master suite occupy the remainder of the first floor. The stucco fireplace in the master bedroom makes such a cozy and warm feeling radiate throughout the entire room, welcoming you to stay a little longer. The master bath is a pleasant mixture of both wood details and classic clean stucco lines, with intricate use of tile on the backside of the tub wall.

The second floor of this home has two bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom. Located on the second floor is your own private, serene and secluded roof top terrace which provides both a sitting area and a dining area. This area does a remarkable job in tying together that endless peaceful and relaxed feeling I get when I enter into an Alys Beach home. Yet again Alys Beach has found a way to create the perfect combination of relaxation and supreme sophistication.

43 Lady Bug Court in Alys Beach
Built in 2008
3,980 sqft
5 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
Currently offered at $3,495,000
 

If you are interested in this luxury gulf home in Alys Beach and would like to preview it or would like Team Baranowski to list your home for sale, please call Tracy Baranowski at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

Seaside Home 50 Venice Circle as Tracy’s Top Luxury Home Pick February 12th 2010

50 Venice Circle in Seaside Florida sold to a cash buyer for $1,465,000 on March 12, 2010!

I am in love with this house! With it’s seamless integration of classic building design and flawless deployment of fabulous architectural touches, this is an amazing luxury home is ideally located in Seaside, Florida. Not only is this house impeccable, it also comes fully furnished. This beauty was designed by renowned architect Tom Christ and built to the latest hurricane codes and county standards. I like to compare this Seaside Luxury Home to Jennifer Aniston; sophisticated and refined.

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50 Venice Circle in Seaside Florida

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A few of the beautiful details include: 100+ year old antique pine flooring throughout, wood walls, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen including Wolf gas range, Sub Zero refrigerator, ice maker & marble countertops, fireplace (of course, wouldn’t be on my list without), large porches on the 1st and 2nd floors great for taking in the quiet coastal atmosphere, 2 master bedrooms with spa like master bathrooms, a third bedroom with private balcony and bath plus a bunk room with built in bunks and adjoining teen lounge and bath. The home also has an open tower that offers beautiful rooftop views of the town of Seaside and views to the Gulf–perfect for sunrise or sunset. Located on a quiet cul de sac, adjacent to adult pool, playground, croquet lawn, tennis court and year round family pool, easy stroll to beach and downtown Seaside.

50 Venice Circle in Seaside Florida
Built in 2009
2,134 sqft
4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
4 Stories
Currently offered at $1,695,000
 

If you are interested in this luxury gulf front home in Seaside and would like to preview it or would like Team Baranowski to list your home for sale, please call Tracy Baranowski at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

WaterSound Beach Luxury Home 19 Watch Tower Lane as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick February 5 2010

With its 1 mile of stretch of private beach and Nantucket Style homes, WaterSound Beach has become one of the top luxury developments along Scenic 30-A and Northwest Florida. 19 Watch Tower Lane tops our list to make this it my top luxury pick for the week. This stunning home located in Dune Ridge, the premier neighborhood of WaterSound Beach, is only steps away form the white sand dunes and the Gulf of Mexico.

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WaterSound Beach 19 Watch Tower Lane

The attention to detail is evident throughout this home from the high quality(Class A rating) exterior hurricane doors and windows, gourmet kitchen, heart of pine floors, 10" ceilings, wood panel walls with 9" butt board floor trim and over 1,000 SF of high quality IPE (Brazilian hardwood) exterior decking and stairways. The kitchen is the heart of every home and this is no exception with an extra large granite center island, Thermador Professional 6 burner gas range, Thermador Professional series refrigerator and dishwasher, wine cooler, farmhouse style copper sink with Rohl Bronze faucets and a copper bar sink. The kitchen overlooks the generously sized living and dining areas. The focus of the living area is a tabby fireplace that soars up to the vaulted ceiling. All the bedrooms include their own private baths and each closet has been upgraded with professionally designed storage shelving. The large master bedroom has a private sitting area that leads onto a wraparound deck. The generous two car garage has been enhanced with epoxy floor sealant and two walls of garage cabinets and storage. Step out the back door and beyond your generous wraparound deck you can step onto the boardwalk that leads you directly to the pristine waters and sugar sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.
 
19 Watch Tower Lane in WaterSound Beach
Built in 2006
4,029 sqft
5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath
2 Stories
Currently offered at $2,495,000

If you are interested in this luxury home in WaterSound Beach and would like to preview it or if you are interested in Team Baranowski listing your luxury home. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.

 

Luxury Home in Santa Rosa Beach 15 Greenwood Ave as Tracy’s Top Luxury Pick January 29 2010

This majestic home is the heart of Santa Rosa Beach just off Scenic Highway 30-A. 15 Greenwood Avenue in the Seahighland's subdivision caught my attention by its commanding street presence and classical architecture. With its Old Florida appeal this home is a must see for those seeking a luxury sanctuary on Scenic 30-A.

Santa Rosa Beach Luxury Home 15 Greenwood Ave

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Do you long to have a place at the beach where you can truly relax, rejuvenate, re-charge your batteries and just enjoy life at its best with family and friends? Here is the perfect prescription for what ails you! Just imagine arriving at your gulf view beach home, thoughtfully prepared for complete comfort. A place offering genuine Old Florida appeal & yet it's complete with ultra- modern conveniences at every twist and turn. Add to that, spacious, comfortable porches and sun decks, a heated pool, sunsets from the third floor tower and all that's needed is your favorite book, a beach umbrella and good times with those you love. The complete renovation and redesign of this coastal retreat by Tyler Doin maximizes gulf views and breezes along with countless interior detail, from the 200 yr. old heart pine floors, vaulted bead board ceiling and custom shell fireplace mantle to elegant Blue Granite, pebble stone and slate floors and custom cabinetry. Gathering places and spaces begin on the ground floor with a media/game room, four bedrooms and three baths. And can you believe it, there's even a convenient first floor kitchen to accommodate poolside fun? It's true. At days end, everyone ends up congregating in the main kitchen to boil shrimp, grill grouper & whip up the family's favorite dishes; while sharing stories and antics of another relaxing day at the beach. The main level gourmet kitchen can easily handle all the family cooks with a gas Viking stove, warming drawer, wine cooler, ice maker and large Shaw farm sink. Getaway spaces in this coastal beach home reflect simplicity and elegance at it's best. The master bedroom, which is situated on the main level, looks out onto the gulf and has been thoughtfully designed to incorporate a custom built-in armoire, custom vanity, Kohler fixtures, slipper whirlpool tub and slate floors and shower. And don't we all know that living at the beach just wouldn't be complete without sunset places. Just press the elevator up button and experience days end. This third floor gathering room and porch is fully equipped with a complete wet bar, wine cooler, refrigerator, ice maker and dishwasher. "Intensive Care" is just what the doctor ordered!

15 Greenwood Avenue in Seahighland
Built in 1994
3,907 sqft
6 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths
3 Stories
Currently offered at $3,750,000
 

If you are interested in this luxury home in Santa Rosa Beach and would like to preview it. Please give Tracy Baranowski a call at 850.259.4270 or Craig Baranowski at 850.259.1788 or email  us info@teambaranowski.com.