1380 Areca Palm Dr, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

This beautiful custom home is only 5 years old, sitting on larger, private lot, almost half an acre. The foyer entry leads to an open floor plan with high ceilings, formal dining room and living room with gas fireplace. Bright kitchen overlooks the living room with an island, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, a gas range, breakfast nook and walk-in pantry. You have four bedrooms downstairs and three full baths. Head upstairs to a bonus room with pool table and an extra room that could be a 5th bedroom or office/craft room. This home is turn-key, featuring many upgrades, crown molding, wood details on the trey ceilings in living room and main suite, high end light fixtures, wainscoting, recessed lighting, wood plank tile floors with carpet in the bedrooms, plus a security system with CCTV. Main bedroom has bath with garden tub plus a large, tiled walk-in shower, huge closet, double vanity and water closet. Step outside to a covered porch with TV and a very private back yard. The heated pool, with cascading waterfall and tanning lounge chairs is surrounded by pavers, the child safety fence can easily be put up, it's stored in the shed for now. Palm trees give a tropical feel, raised garden bed on side yard, the other side has additional parking that would be great for jet ski, boat or RV. Adjacent natural easement adds to the privacy. Neighborhood has sidewalks, streetlights plus an eagle nest, so keep an eye out for the eagles soaring overhead, the Soundside Foundation is close by and offers walking trails that lead to the intercoastal waterway. This home has all the space needed for a growing family. Outside playset will convey!