553 Cove Drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
$1,599,000
Active OPEN HOUSE Fri 11 Sep, 4:30pm
Description
Experience elevated waterfront living in this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath estate, privately positioned on nearly ¾ of an acre at the end of a quiet dead-end street. From the moment you arrive, the grand circular drive and expansive covered front porch set the tone for this remarkable property. Inside, a sophisticated open-concept, split-bedroom design is framed by breathtaking bayou views, with the primary suite and main living spaces thoughtfully positioned to capture the water and spectacular sunsets. The gourmet kitchen was beautifully remodeled in 2024 and features a generous breakfast bar designed for effortless entertaining, complemented by a spacious eat-in area. The luxurious primary bath has also been recently updated, creating a serene private retreat.
Outside, an extraordinary waterfront lifestyle awaits. The resort-style saltwater pool is surrounded by an expansive paver deck and complemented by an outdoor cabana and pool house featuring a private gathering room and full bath--perfect for entertaining well into the evening. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive private dock, designed to accommodate up to three boats and a jet ski, complete with both a boat lift and jet ski lift, as well as a private boat launch and beach. A screened porch extends the entire length of the home, creating an exceptional outdoor living space where you can relax, entertain, and take in panoramic bayou views and stunning sunsets.
Listing details MLS# 1010610
Location, Tax and Legal
- Area
- 12 - Fort Walton Beach
- Sub area
- 1206 - Ocean City
- Subdivision
- BELLA VISTA
- County
- Okaloosa
- Parcel ID
- 12-2S-24-0210-0003-0040
- Tax year
- 2025
- Annual tax
- 10374.05
- Legal description
- BELLA VISTA S/D LOT 4 & N 30 FT OF LOT 3 BLK 3
- Zoning
- Resid Single Family
General Property Info
- Property type
- Residential
- Year built
- 2005
- Acreage
- 0.62
- Lot size (sq ft)
- 27007.2
- Lot dimensions
- 104x289x100x244
- New construction
- No
- Condition
- Construction Complete
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Full baths
- 4
- Half baths
- 1
- Building area
- 2437
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Flooring
- Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Cathedral, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walls Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Woodwork Painted
- Appliances
- Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Water Heater - Gas
- Total rooms
- 10
Exterior and Site
- Construction
- Brick, Roof Pitched, Trim Vinyl
- Roof
- Roof Dimensional Shg
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutter, Boatlift, Dock, Fenced Back Yard, Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Sprinkler System
- Patio and porch
- Deck Open, Patio Open, Porch Screened
- Parking
- Garage, Boat, Oversized
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Pool features
- Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
- View
- Bayou
- Road frontage
- City Street
Utilities
- Utilities
- Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Schools
- Elementary
- Shalimar
- Middle school
- Pryor
- High school
- Choctawhatchee
Remarks and Misc
- Directions
- Heading North on Eglin Pkwy from HWY 98 take a left on Monahan and another left on Cove Dr. House sits on the Right.
