23 Spotted Dolphin Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 (MLS# 988183)


$3,000,000
23 Spotted Dolphin Road
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
MLS# 988183
Status: Sold
5 beds  |  7 baths  |  4752 sqft


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Property Description
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

Details
Status Change Info
Sold Price/SqFt: 631.31
Status: Sold
Under Contract Date: 2025-12-02
Sold Date: 2026-01-09
Sold Price: $3,000,000
Contract Info
Listing Board: Emerald Coast
List Price/SqFt: 692.34
List Date: 2025-10-23
Current Price: $3,000,000
List Price: $3,290,000
Location, Tax and Legal
Sub Area: 1701 - Santa Rosa Beach S of 98 West of 393
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Legal Description: BEG NE/COR BEACH HIGHLANDS PB 3-50 SEC 04-3S-20W,N 88 DEG 42'21''E 73.40 FT FOR POB,N 88 DEG 42'21''E 73.40 FT,S 02 DEG 13'15''E 139.99 FT TO N ROW SPOTTED DOLPHIN RD AS RECD IN PB 15-32A,S 88 DEG 43'31''W ALG ROW 73.79 FT,DPRT ROW N 02 DEG 03'31''W 139.96 FT TO N BDRY SEC 4 TO POB. OR 1358-305 OR 2395-1147 OR 3045-4120 OR 3202-3185
General Property Info
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Florida Cottage
SqFt Source: Building Plan
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Garage: Yes
Carport: No
Driveway Spaces: 3
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Private
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 4752
Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 5
Half Baths: 2
Total Bathrooms: 7
# Stories: 3
Year Built: 2021
Garage Spaces: 2
Acreage: 0.23
Listing Info, Tax & Legal
Who Paid Doc Stamps: Seller
Who Paid Title: Buyer
Homestead: No
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: No
New Buyer Fee: No
Last Taxes: 18222.93
Last Tax Year: 2025
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: Yes
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: 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
Construction Status
Construction Complete: 1
Parking Features
Garage Attached: 1
Waterview
Pond: 1
Lot/Parcel Access
County Road: 1
Paved Road: 1
Lot Features
Coastal Barrier Zone: No
Interior: 1
Construction/Siding
Roof Metal: 1
Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: 1
Utilities
Electric: 1
Gas - Natural: 1
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
Tap Fee Paid: 1
Zoning
Resid Single Family: 1
Exterior
Balcony: 1
Deck Open: 1
Fireplace: 1
Pool - Heated: 1
Porch: 1
Shower: 1
Summer Kitchen: 1
Interior
Breakfast Bar: 1
Built-In Bookcases: 1
Ceiling Beamed: 1
Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1
Ceiling Raised: 1
Ceiling Tray/Cofferd: 1
Elevator: 1
Floor Hardwood: 1
Floor Tile: 1
Furnished - All: 1
Pantry: 1
Wet Bar: 1
Window Treatment All: 1
Woodwork Stained: 1
Financing
Conventional: 1
Appliances
Auto Garage Door Opn: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Freezer: 1
Microwave: 1
Oven Double: 1
Range Hood: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Security System: 1
Stove/Oven Dual Fuel: 1
Warranty Provided: 1
Washer: 1
Energy
AC - 2 or More: 1
Water Heater - Tnkls: 1
Water Heater - Two +: 1
Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Separate Shwr: 1
MBed Balcony: 1
MBed Walk-in Closet: 1
Master Bedroom
Second: 1
Bedroom
Third: 1
Living Room
Second: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Foyer: 1
Garage: 1
Living Room: 1
Master Bedroom: 1
Office: 1
Location Tax and Legal
Area: 17 - 30A West
Street #: 23
Street Name: Spotted Dolphin
Street Suffix: Road
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
County: Walton
Project Name/Subdivision: Beach Highlands
Parcel ID: 04-3S-20-34000-006-0010
Property Features
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Lot Features: Interior
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Waterview: Pond
Parking Features: Garage Attached
Exterior: Balcony; Deck Open; Fireplace; Pool - Heated; Porch; Shower; Summer Kitchen
Interior: Breakfast Bar; Built-In Bookcases; Ceiling Beamed; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Ceiling Raised; Ceiling Tray/Cofferd; Elevator; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Furnished - All; Pantry; Wet Bar; Window Treatment All; Woodwork Stained
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Oven Double; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Security System; Stove/Oven Dual Fuel; Warranty Provided; Washer
Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; Tap Fee Paid
Energy: AC - 2 or More; Water Heater - Tnkls; Water Heater - Two +
Master Bedroom: Second
Bedroom: Third
Living Room: Second
Rooms: Bedroom; Foyer; Garage; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Office
Financing: Conventional
Supplements
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.
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Remarks
FoyerFirst5 x 105.0010.00
GarageFirst30 x 4030.0040.00
Living RoomSecond22 x 2422.0024.00Living/Dining
OfficeSecond9 x 159.0015.00
Master BedroomSecond18 x 1418.0014.00
BedroomThird15 x 1315.0013.00
BedroomThird12 x 1212.0012.00

Listing Office: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: January - 09 - 2026

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