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23 Spotted Dolphin Road

Santa Rosa Beach , FL 32459

MLS#: 988183

$3,290,000

Status: Closed
Listing number: 988183
Listing provided by: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: N/A
On site: 3 months ago
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Property

Beds

5

Full Baths

5

1/2 Baths

2

Year Built

2021

Sq.Footage

4,752

Located in the highly desirable Dune Allen community along Scenic Highway 30A, this fully furnished coastal retreat offers a rare combination of upscale design, flexibility, and strong short-term rental potential - with no HOA restrictions. Whether you're looking for a luxury getaway or a high-performing income property, this one checks all the boxes. Set on a private, tree-lined lot, the home features 12-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a light-filled open layout built for hosting and relaxing. The gourmet kitchen impresses with sleek white waterfall-edge countertops, a 48' dual-fuel range, top-tier built-in appliances, and an oversized island with seating for six. A dedicated home office just off the kitchen is perfect for remote work or quiet retreat.Designed with comfort and privacy in mind, the home includes two king primary suites - one on the second floor and one on the third - plus two additional king bedrooms and a custom bunk room, each with its own private bath. The third floor also features a flex space, perfect for a media or game room. Three owner's closets provide ample secure storage for personal items. Just off the second-floor family room, doors open to a large elevated porch with a heated pool, lounge area, and fireplace. Offering the ultimate in outdoor living. In total, the home offers more than 1,000 square feet of porch and patio space, including a ground-level covered living area with a fireplace, an outdoor TV, dining space, and a fully equipped summer kitchen featuring a grill, sink, and mini fridge. An elevator connects all three levels, and an oversized garage offers ample storage for beach gear, bikes, or golf carts. Ideally located near Gulf Place Town Center, top-tier golf, and the scenic trails of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, this home offers both convenience and coastal serenity.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Elevator, Wet Bar, Pantry

  • Total Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    5

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    2

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Construction Materials

    Fiber Cement

  • Other Exterior Features

    Balcony

  • Parking

    Garage Door Opener, Attached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck, Porch

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    Outdoor Pool, Private

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.23

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Florida Cottage

Price

  • Sales Price

    $3,290,000

  • Zoning

    Resid Single Family

  • Sq. Footage

    4, 752

  • Price/SqFt

    $692

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Van R Butler

  • Middle School

    Emerald Coast

  • High School

    South Walton

Property Features

  • Stories

    3

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Walton

Elementary School

Van R Butler

Middle School

Emerald Coast

High School

South Walton

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Located in the highly desirable Dune Allen community along Scenic Highway 30A, this fully furnished coastal retreat offers a rare combination of upscale design, flexibility, and strong short-term rental potential - with no HOA restrictions. Whether you're looking for a luxury getaway or a high-performing income property, this one checks all the boxes. Set on a private, tree-lined lot, the home features 12-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a light-filled open layout built for hosting and relaxing. The gourmet kitchen impresses with sleek white waterfall-edge countertops, a 48' dual-fuel range, top-tier built-in appliances, and an oversized island with seating for six. A dedicated home office just off the kitchen is perfect for remote work or quiet retreat.Designed with comfort and privacy in mind, the home includes two king primary suites - one on the second floor and one on the third - plus two additional king bedrooms and a custom bunk room, each with its own private bath. The third floor also features a flex space, perfect for a media or game room. Three owner's closets provide ample secure storage for personal items. Just off the second-floor family room, doors open to a large elevated porch with a heated pool, lounge area, and fireplace. Offering the ultimate in outdoor living. In total, the home offers more than 1,000 square feet of porch and patio space, including a ground-level covered living area with a fireplace, an outdoor TV, dining space, and a fully equipped summer kitchen featuring a grill, sink, and mini fridge. An elevator connects all three levels, and an oversized garage offers ample storage for beach gear, bikes, or golf carts. Ideally located near Gulf Place Town Center, top-tier golf, and the scenic trails of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, this home offers both convenience and coastal serenity.

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