279 Woodland Bayou Drive, Santa Rosa Beach

Fusing comfort and functionality, this custom-built residence offers the perfect balance of backyard living and elegant design sensibility. Sprawling over a .75-acre lakefront estate-sized lot, projecting a remarkable curb appeal in the highly desirable Woodland Bayou neighborhood, this property is ideally positioned only a few minutes between the beautiful 30A beaches and the Bay. The impressive custom sinker cypress door welcomes you to the foyer where you will take note of the beautiful hardwood floors, 12ft ceilings, designer light fixtures and crown molding, which are featured throughout the home.On the right, you will encounter a spacious flex-room which can be used as an office or a bedroom according to your lifestyle, and a stylish half-bath enriched with contemporary faux finishes. The open concept floor plan encompasses a family room adorned by decorative wood ceiling beams, recessed lighting and a statement-making artisan stone fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves, offering warm and affable hospitality. A newly remodeled in 2023 chef's kitchen, crowned by a beautiful wire-brushed oak ceiling, is equipped with granite countertops, a dry bar/wine staging area, a crispy white, fireclay apron front farmhouse sink, soft-closing cabinetry, a high-end appliances suite with a natural gas range, and it showcases a large walk-in pantry. Perfect designed for entertaining, this main living area favors the abundant entrance of natural light through the various oversized Low-E windows and the double glass doors that open wide to the picturesque veranda and captivating gardens, making the outdoor environment an extension of the home and the ultimate space for large gatherings of family and friends. Designed by landscape architect Alan Holt, the well-manicured backyard features 124ft of lake frontage surrounded by bold, lush greenery, flowers, citrus and palm trees. This distinct outdoor space accommodates a summer kitchen, hot tub, herb garden, ample space for a pool and a fire pit, to maximize your outdoor time after the sun sets. Substantial in size and sophisticated finishes, the 1st floor master suite features a tray ceiling, recessed lighting, a remarkable walk-in closet, and glass doors that open to the large veranda connecting the intimacy of the room to the outside environment, creating a peaceful setting with views of the garden. The master bath offers a large custom tile walk-in shower with a bench, marble vanity with dual sinks, and a showpiece 72" clawfoot tub with solid brass feet. The second floor incorporates a bedroom, bathroom, sitting room and kitchen with plenty of storage space. This private living area can be easily converted into a separate income producing rental. The home features a wealth of conveniences: Rinnai water heater, security system, surround sound, a spacious laundry room designed for practicality, hide-a-hose central vacuum system, an invisible fence, designed landscape lighting, sewer grinder pump, raised beds for a vegetable garden, oversized 2-car + golf cart garage with ample storage, and plenty of room for your boat, RV and guest parking. Engineered with generational ownership in mind, this home is built to withstand high winds, featuring cement siding, a metal roof, impact resistant windows, walls and doors, eco-friendly spray foam insulation, and it is situated in Flood Zone X.