Watch the sun sink into the bay from this custom-designed, majestic waterfront estate on a sprawling 1.1 acres with dockage, spacious pool and plenty of room for indoor and outdoor entertaining. Recently appraised in 2024 with a valuation of $5.1 million, reflecting its exceptional quality and desirability. From the long circular drive to the charming central courtyard ringed with balconies, this 7,401 sf home embraces your family and friends with the warm and welcoming spirit of New Orleans. While space abounds, the 7 bed/5 full bath/2 half bath compound is comfortably divided into a two-wing main home, separate carriage house with an efficiency apartment, expansive pool deck with brick fire pit, and a fun summer kitchen/man cave with the cozy atmosphere of a local bar and grill. The main home wows your guests with a dramatic front entrance, antique doors, copper gutters and stunning old Chicago brick accents while old-fashioned Southern charm invites them to stay with brick interior archways, outdoor alcoves for reading or relaxing, plus private covered balconies and porches tucked in throughout the design. The main house gourmet kitchen is outfitted with a new Subzero refrigerator, two Bosch dishwashers, Jenn-Aire cooktop, wine coolers, warming drawer and an oversized L-shaped granite island. The adjoining dining room includes the convenience of a built-in custom buffet with warming drawer. The primary bedroom is on the ground floor with open bay views, soaring ceiling, separate sitting area and a stunning primary bath with a surprise private garden. Upstairs are two more bedrooms and full baths, and a recently updated media room/gym/bonus room.
The separate two story guest wing adds 3 more bedrooms, 2 full baths and a separate full kitchen. The estate also offers the advantage of two laundry areas.
Outside is a substantial backyard and a huge 20 x 40 pool trimmed in Tennessee bluestone. The bayfront dock includes two boat lifts, a boat house, jet ski lift, kayak platform and flow-through decking for longevity. The main house and guest annex also have a new metal roof. Driftwood Estates is located down Mack Bayou near Sacred Heart Hospital, A+ rated public schools, Grand Boulevard for dining and shopping, and is just minutes from 30A beaches. Call today to schedule your private visit to this one-of-a-kind estate.
For sale
Price cut: $300K (1/12)
$4,495,000
389 Driftwood Point Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
7beds
7,401sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
1.1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$607/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Waterfront estateTwo boat liftsSpacious poolTwo story guest wingBayfront dockCharming central courtyardBoat house
- 195 days |
- 1,055 |
- 33 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 13, 2026 at 06:27am
Listed by:
Clayton F Bonjean 850-585-1284,
Mainsail Realty Company
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 964976
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 16
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 6
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 102 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 6
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Laundry
- Level: First
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 456 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 19
Screened porch
- Level: First
- Area: 550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 10
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bookcases, Crown Molding, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Plantation Shutters, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: EPA Qualified Fireplace, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,401
- Total interior livable area: 7,401 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Boat, Detached, Oversized, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Balcony, Boatlift, Dock, Sprinkler System, Outdoor Kitchen
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool - Enclosed
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Bay, Shore - Rip Rap, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 1.1 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 442 x 100 x 469
- Features: Flood Insurance Req, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House, Cabana, Pavillion/Gazebo
- Parcel number: 112S214201000F0050
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Orleans
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding Brick Some, Shake Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: DRIFTWOOD ESTATES
Location
- Region: Santa Rosa Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $607/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,866,701
- Annual tax amount: $25,835
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$8,308/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2026 | Price change | $4,495,000-6.3%$607/sqft |
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| 10/19/2025 | Price change | $4,795,000-2%$648/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $4,895,000-1%$661/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $4,945,000-0.5%$668/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,970,000$672/sqft |
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| 8/3/2025 | Listing removed | $4,970,000$672/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $4,970,000-0.5%$672/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Price change | $4,995,000-9.1%$675/sqft |
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| 12/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000+37.4%$742/sqft |
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| 7/26/2022 | Sold | $4,000,000-12.9%$540/sqft |
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| 2/5/2022 | Price change | $4,590,000+9.3%$620/sqft |
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| 12/23/2021 | Price change | $4,200,000-8.6%$567/sqft |
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| 11/30/2021 | Price change | $4,595,000-4.2%$621/sqft |
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| 10/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $4,795,000+144.6%$648/sqft |
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| 7/31/2017 | Sold | $1,960,000-2%$265/sqft |
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| 2/10/2017 | Price change | $1,999,000-9.1%$270/sqft |
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| 12/13/2016 | Price change | $2,199,000-4.3%$297/sqft |
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| 7/15/2016 | Price change | $2,299,000-8%$311/sqft |
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| 2/3/2016 | Price change | $2,499,000-2%$338/sqft |
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| 4/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $2,550,000+27.5%$345/sqft |
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| 7/12/2012 | Sold | $2,000,000-13%$270/sqft |
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| 9/15/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000-42.5%$311/sqft |
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| 1/1/2009 | Listing removed | $3,999,000$540/sqft |
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| 12/10/2008 | Listed for sale | $3,999,000+741.9%$540/sqft |
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| 8/27/2001 | Sold | $475,000+31.9%$64/sqft |
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| 6/19/2000 | Sold | $360,000$49/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,836 -1.1% | $2,866,701 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $26,119 +121.9% | $2,874,566 +118.9% |
| 2022 | $11,769 -1.3% | $1,313,154 +3% |
| 2021 | $11,928 -1.7% | $1,274,907 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $12,129 +2.9% | $1,257,305 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $11,785 | $1,229,037 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $11,785 +1.6% | $1,206,121 -8.7% |
| 2017 | $11,604 -8.8% | $1,321,163 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $12,726 +1.2% | $1,293,989 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $12,578 -0.9% | $1,284,994 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $12,687 | $1,274,796 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,255,957 +38.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $903,924 -16.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,080,807 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,111,139 -11.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,259,372 -16% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,499,302 -3% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,545,924 +5.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,464,323 +318.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $350,000 +22.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $285,000 +14% |
| 2002 | -- | $250,000 +8.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $230,000 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$25,450/mo
Principal & interest
$21966
Property taxes
$3484
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32459
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Van R. Butler Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.9 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Van R Butler
- Middle: Emerald Coast
- High: South Walton
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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