261 Needlerush Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

New Listing
$3,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,774 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Active
Current Price: $3,995,000 List Date: 4/15/2026 Last Modified: 4/15/2026

Description

Experience refined coastal luxury in this exceptional five bedroom, four full and one half bath residence spanning 3,774 square feet, ideally positioned on one of the most sought after lots in WaterColor's highly desirable Phase 3 within the coveted Lake District. Set on a premier corner lot, the property offers privacy on three sides, creating a setting that feels far more secluded than most. Just moments from Western Lake and a short bike ride to the beach, this beautifully appointed home offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and true resort style living. The wrap around porch is a standout feature, giving you multiple spaces to relax, entertain, and take in the surroundings throughout the day.

Supplements: Designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the home features a private pool, complemented by a newly enhanced pergola and thoughtfully designed outdoor living spaces, ideal for al fresco dining and lounging in a serene setting. Inside, the home showcases timeless coastal design and quality craftsmanship throughout. The gourmet chef's kitchen is outfitted with a six burner gas range, custom vent hood, premium appliances, wine refrigerator, warming drawer, and an expansive island with bar seating. The main living area is highlighted by soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, a statement fireplace, and elegant shiplap detailing, creating a warm yet elevated atmosphere. Recent updates, including fresh interior and exterior paint and upgraded outdoor features, enhance the home's pristine condition and modern appeal. A spacious third floor game room with custom built bunks offers a versatile retreat for guests and gatherings. Owners enjoy access to WaterColor's world class amenities, including multiple resort style pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a state of the art fitness center, scenic parks, and a boathouse for paddleboarding and kayaking. Camp WaterColor adds to the experience with its lazy river, waterslides, and family friendly activities. The property conveys 14 owner wristbands, a meaningful advantage for both personal use and rental flexibility. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly distinguished home in one of 30A's most sought after coastal communities.

More Information MLS# 1000703

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 1058.56 List Date: 2026-04-15 Current Price: $3,995,000 List Price: $3,995,000

Location, Tax and Legal

Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek Elementary School: Dune Lakes Middle School: Seaside High School: South Walton Legal Description: LOT 30 OAK GROVE AT WATERCOLOR PB 15-58 OR 2551-214 OR 2838-847 OR 3179-134

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Detached Single Family Design: Beach House SqFt Source: Appraiser Garage: No Carport: No Driveway Spaces: 4 Pool: Yes Pool Type: Private Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 3774 Bedrooms: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1 Total Bathrooms: 5 # Stories: 3 Year Built: 2005 Acreage: 0.15

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Homestead: No Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: Yes Assessment Amount: 1560 Annual Assessment Amount: 6240 Assessment Paid: Quarterly New Buyer Fee: Yes New Buyer Fee Amt: 307 New Buyer Fee Paid: $ Last Taxes: 29871.82 Last Tax Year: 2025 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: Yes

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Experience refined coastal luxury in this exceptional five bedroom, four full and one half bath residence spanning 3,774 square feet, ideally positioned on one of the most sought after lots in WaterColor's highly desirable Phase 3 within the coveted Lake District. Set on a premier corner lot, the property offers privacy on three sides, creating a setting that feels far more secluded than most. Just moments from Western Lake and a short bike ride to the beach, this beautifully appointed home offers the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and true resort style living. The wrap around porch is a standout feature, giving you multiple spaces to relax, entertain, and take in the surroundings throughout the day.

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Lot/Parcel Access

Paved Road: 1 Private Road: 1

Lot Features

Corner: 1 Covenants: 1 Level: 1 Restrictions: 1 Sidewalk: 1

Project Facilities

Beach: 1 Community Room: 1 Dock: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Fishing: 1 Pavillion/Gazebo: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Pickle Ball: 1 Picnic Area: 1 Playground: 1 Pool: 1 Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1 Tennis: 1 Waterfront: 1

Construction/Siding

Foundation On Piling: 1 Frame: 1 Roof Metal: 1 Roof Pitched: 1 Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: 1

Utilities

Electric: 1 Gas - Natural: 1 Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1 TV Cable: 1 Underground: 1

Zoning

Resid Single Family: 1

Exterior

BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Pool - Gunite Concrt: 1 Pool - Heated: 1 Pool - In-Ground: 1 Porch: 1 Sprinkler System: 1

Interior

Built-In Bookcases: 1 Ceiling Beamed: 1 Ceiling Cathedral: 1 Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1 Fireplace: 1 Floor Hardwood: 1 Floor Tile: 1 Furnished - Some: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Newly Painted: 1 Owner's Closet: 1 Renovated: 1 Window Treatment All: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Microwave: 1 Range Hood: 1 Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1 Smoke Detector: 1 Stove/Oven Gas: 1 Washer: 1 Wine Refrigerator: 1

Energy

AC - 2 or More: 1 AC - Central Elect: 1 Ceiling Fans: 1 Heat Cntrl Electric: 1 Water Heater - Tnkls: 1 Water Heater - Two +: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Double Vanity: 1 MBath Garden Tub: 1 MBath Separate Shwr: 1 MBath Tile: 1 MBed First Floor: 1 MBed Walk-in Closet: 1

Master Bedroom

First: 1

Bedroom

First: 1 Second: 1

Kitchen

Second: 1

Living Room

Second: 1

Rooms

Bedroom: 1 Dining Room: 1 Kitchen: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Fees Include

Accounting: 1 Ground Keeping: 1 Internet Service: 1 Land Recreation: 1 Management: 1 Master Association: 1 Recreational Faclty: 1 Security: 1 Trash: 1 TV Cable: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 18 - 30A East Street #: 261 Street Name: Needlerush Street Suffix: Drive State: FL Zip Code: 32459 County: Walton Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR Parcel ID: 15-3S-19-25420-000-0300

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Lot Features: Corner; Covenants; Level; Restrictions; Sidewalk Zoning: Resid Single Family Project Facilities: Beach; Community Room; Dock; Exercise Room; Fishing; Pavillion/Gazebo; Pets Allowed; Pickle Ball; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Short Term Rental - Allowed; Tennis; Waterfront Exterior: BBQ Pit/Grill; Pool - Gunite Concrt; Pool - Heated; Pool - In-Ground; Porch; Sprinkler System Interior: Built-In Bookcases; Ceiling Beamed; Ceiling Cathedral; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Fireplace; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Furnished - Some; Kitchen Island; Newly Painted; Owner's Closet; Renovated; Window Treatment All Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range Hood; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Smoke Detector; Stove/Oven Gas; Washer; Wine Refrigerator Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable; Underground Energy: AC - 2 or More; AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Tnkls; Water Heater - Two + Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First; Second Kitchen: Second Living Room: Second Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Internet Service; Land Recreation; Management; Master Association; Recreational Faclty; Security; Trash; TV Cable

Room Information

Living Room Level: Second Dimensions: 24 x 21 Length: 24.00 Width: 21.00 Dimensions: 24 x 21 Kitchen Level: Second Dimensions: 16.5 x 15.3 Length: 16.50 Width: 15.30 Dimensions: 16.5 x 15.3 Dining Room Level: Second Dimensions: 16.5 x 11.3 Length: 16.50 Width: 11.30 Dimensions: 16.5 x 11.3 Master Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 15 x 13 Length: 15.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 15 x 13 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 11.5 x 10 Length: 11.50 Width: 10.00 Dimensions: 11.5 x 10 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 12 x 10 Length: 12.00 Width: 10.00 Dimensions: 12 x 10 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 10.5 x 10.5 Length: 10.50 Width: 10.50 Dimensions: 10.5 x 10.5 Bedroom Level: Second Dimensions: 12 x 10 Length: 12.00 Width: 10.00 Dimensions: 12 x 10
Listing Office: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: April - 15 - 2026
Broker Attribution: dahlerandco@scenicsir.com

All information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Protected by Copyright© 2026 and is owned either by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®, Inc or by the developers of the software, FBS, Inc. All rights reserved.