703 Bayou Drive , Destin, FL 32541(Okaloosa County)

Private gated-entry home sits on a 1.68-acre lot in a protected area overlooking Joe’s Bayou. It offers an incredible lifestyle for boating, fishing, entertaining and watersports in a lush park-like setting. The 150-ft. waterfront includes a covered boathouse, fish-cleaning station, ship-to-shore power and an extensive deep-water boat dock. Guests will be wowed the moment they enter the electronic gate and take in the majestic setting from the sweeping driveway. Outdoor Florida living is focused on the lanai around the in-ground saltwater pool. The shady outdoor living room is the perfect spot for enjoying the peaceful location and bayou views. There’s a fully-equipped summer kitchen for entertaining and an adjoining coffee/cocktail bar with refrigerator and ice maker at the ready. Inside, the home continues to exceed expectations with oversize rooms, 13’ ceilings, fireplace features, fitted bookshelves and triple crown molding. The gourmet kitchen includes everything but the chef. It comes fully loaded with a six-burner-plus-griddle range, dual ovens and pot filler, LG refrigerator, Subzero refrigeration drawers, Fisher-Paykel dual dishwashing drawers and an ice maker. The master wing continues to surprise with his ‘n’ hers closets and two master bathrooms. A cozy two-way fireplace separates the sleep area from the office/fitness area, all with beautiful waterfront views. As well as a billiards room, great room and triple garage, this premier residence includes an extensive list of improvements too many to mention. Five minutes from Destin Executive Airport.