565 E Royal Fern Way, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

New Listing
$7,999,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 10 Baths: 10 Square Footage: 6,550 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,761 Status: Active
Current Price: $7,999,000 List Date: 4/04/2026 Last Modified: 4/07/2026

Description

In WaterColor, the most compelling homes rarely announce themselves. They reveal their intention gradually, through proportion, material, and the quiet confidence of thoughtful design. At 565 East Royal Fern, that restraint is immediately evident.

Supplements: Built by Borges Brooks Builders and designed by TS Adams, the residence reads less like a vacation home and more like a carefully composed coastal compound, where architecture, craftsmanship, and livability were considered in equal measure. The interiors are grounded in warmth and texture. Oak floors by Seashore Flooring run throughout, softening the scale of the home while complementing a restrained palette of whites and natural woods. Light moves easily across the living spaces, filtered through expansive openings and framed by subtle architectural details. Several furnishings were custom designed by the homeowner and executed by Amish craftsmen, introducing a quiet layer of authenticity that reinforces the home's tailored, intentional feel. The kitchen is both sculptural and functional, centered around a waterfall island that anchors the space. Dome pendants add a clean architectural focal point, while a 60-inch Wolf range and Liebherr refrigerator elevate the appliance package without disrupting the home's understated tone. In the carriage house, quartz countertops and coordinated finishes continue the same level of detail, ensuring the secondary living spaces feel fully integrated with the main residence. With eight bedrooms, including the private carriage house, the property lives as a true compound. The primary suite is positioned as a retreat, complete with a spa-style bathroom featuring a soaking tub, electric fireplace, dual closets, and direct access to a private patio. Guest accommodations are thoughtfully distributed, allowing for both privacy and flexibility when hosting extended family and visitors. Construction details further distinguish the home. The slab is elevated and foam insulated, a deliberate structural decision that enhances stability and helps prevent floor movement over time. Real stone in the downstairs guest bathroom reinforces the emphasis on authentic materials, while EPAY decking across the outdoor living areas was selected for long-term durability in the coastal environment. Outdoor spaces extend the architecture rather than compete with it. A resort-style pool and covered pavilion create layered gathering areas, allowing the home to transition naturally between quiet mornings and larger-scale entertaining. At 565 East Royal Fern, the result is not simply scale, but composition. A WaterColor residence defined by intention, craftsmanship, and a quieter, more enduring interpretation of coastal luxury.

More Information MLS# 999794

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 1221.22 List Date: 2026-04-03 Current Price: $7,999,000 List Price: $7,999,000

Location, Tax and Legal

Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek Elementary School: Van R Butler Middle School: Emerald Coast High School: South Walton Legal Description: Lot 22 Cedar Woods At Watercolor Pb 16 Pg 58 Or 2679-3552 Or 2791-1644 Or 2802-2143 Or 3051-4260

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Detached Single Family Design: Contemporary SqFt Source: County PA Records Garage: Yes Carport: No Driveway Spaces: 8 Pool: Yes Pool Type: Private Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 6550 Bedrooms: 10 Full Baths: 7 Half Baths: 3 Total Bathrooms: 10 # Stories: 3 Year Built: 2023 Garage Spaces: 2 Acreage: 0.27

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: No New Buyer Fee: No Last Taxes: 4299.45 Last Tax Year: 2023 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: In WaterColor, the most compelling homes rarely announce themselves. They reveal their intention gradually, through proportion, material, and the quiet confidence of thoughtful design. At 565 East Royal Fern, that restraint is immediately evident.

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Parking Features

Covered: 1 Garage: 1 Garage Attached: 1

Lot/Parcel Access

City Road: 1 Paved Road: 1

Lot Features

Covenants: 1 Curb & Gutter: 1 Interior: 1 Level: 1 Restrictions: 1 Sidewalk: 1 Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1

Project Facilities

Beach: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Playground: 1 Pool: 1 Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1 Tennis: 1 TV Cable: 1

Construction/Siding

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

Utilities

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

Zoning

Deed Restrictions: 1 Resid Single Family: 1

Exterior

Balcony: 1 Pool - Gunite Concrt: 1 Pool - In-Ground: 1 Porch Screened: 1 Rain Gutter: 1 Sprinkler System: 1

Interior

Breakfast Bar: 1 Ceiling Raised: 1 Ceiling Tray/Cofferd: 1 Elevator: 1 Floor Hardwood: 1 Floor Tile: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Lighting Recessed: 1 Owner's Closet: 1 Pantry: 1 Split Bedroom: 1 Wet Bar: 1

Financing

Conventional: 1

Appliances

Auto Garage Door Opn: 1 Cooktop: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Ice Machine: 1 Microwave: 1 Oven Double: 1 Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1 Smoke Detector: 1 Wine Refrigerator: 1

Energy

AC - 2 or More: 1 AC - Central Elect: 1 Ceiling Fans: 1 Double Pane Windows: 1 Insulated Doors: 1 Ridge Vent: 1 Water Heater - Gas: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Double Vanity: 1 MBath Separate Shwr: 1 MBath Tile: 1 MBath Walk-In Closet: 1 MBed Balcony: 1 MBed Trey Ceiling: 1 MBed Walk-in Closet: 1

Master Bedroom

Second: 1

Bedroom

Third: 1

Living Room

Third: 1

Full Bathroom

First: 1 Second: 1 Third: 1

Half Bathroom

First: 1

Rooms

Bedroom: 1 Bunk Room: 1 Full Bathroom: 1 Half Bathroom: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bathroom: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 18 - 30A East Street #: 565 Street Direction: E Street Name: Royal Fern Street Suffix: Way State: FL Zip Code: 32459 County: Walton Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR Parcel ID: 14-3S-19-25403-000-0220

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Lot Features: Covenants; Curb & Gutter; Interior; Level; Restrictions; Sidewalk; Within 1/2 Mile to Water Zoning: Deed Restrictions; Resid Single Family Parking Features: Covered; Garage; Garage Attached Project Facilities: Beach; Exercise Room; Pets Allowed; Playground; Pool; Short Term Rental - Allowed; Tennis; TV Cable Exterior: Balcony; Pool - Gunite Concrt; Pool - In-Ground; Porch Screened; Rain Gutter; Sprinkler System Interior: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Raised; Ceiling Tray/Cofferd; Elevator; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Kitchen Island; Lighting Recessed; Owner's Closet; Pantry; Split Bedroom; Wet Bar Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn; Cooktop; Disposal; Dryer; Ice Machine; Microwave; Oven Double; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Smoke Detector; Wine Refrigerator Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable; Underground Energy: AC - 2 or More; AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Double Pane Windows; Insulated Doors; Ridge Vent; Water Heater - Gas Master Bedroom: Second Bedroom: Third Living Room: Third Full Bathroom: First; Second; Third Half Bathroom: First Rooms: Bedroom; Bunk Room; Full Bathroom; Half Bathroom; Living Room; Master Bathroom; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional

Room Information

Full Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 10 x 9 Length: 10.00 Width: 9.00 Dimensions: 10 x 9 Half Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 6 x 5 Length: 6.00 Width: 5.00 Dimensions: 6 x 5 Half Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 6 x 5 Length: 6.00 Width: 5.00 Dimensions: 6 x 5 Master Bedroom Level: Second Dimensions: 18 x 16 Length: 18.00 Width: 16.00 Dimensions: 18 x 16 Master Bathroom Level: Second Dimensions: 14 x 12 Length: 14.00 Width: 12.00 Dimensions: 14 x 12 Full Bathroom Level: Second Dimensions: 10 x 8 Length: 10.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 10 x 8 Full Bathroom Level: Second Dimensions: 10 x 8 Length: 10.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 10 x 8 Full Bathroom Level: Third Dimensions: 9 x 8 Length: 9.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 9 x 8 Full Bathroom Level: Third Dimensions: 10 x 8 Length: 10.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 10 x 8 Bunk Room Level: Third Dimensions: 20 x 14 Length: 20.00 Width: 14.00 Dimensions: 20 x 14 Bedroom Level: Third Dimensions: 14 x 13 Length: 14.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 14 x 13 Living Room Level: Third Dimensions: 14 x 11 Length: 14.00 Width: 11.00 Dimensions: 14 x 11
Listing Office: Compass
Last Updated: April - 07 - 2026
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