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Address

273 Salt Box Lane, Watersound, FL

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 1,899,000

Property Attributes

MLS#1010927
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyWalton
CityWatersound
Area30A East
NeighborhoodWATERSOUND BEACH
Zip32461
StyleBeach House
Year Built2006
Taxes$ 12298
Price$ 1,899,000
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage1464

Data Source:

Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)

Property Description

273 Salt Box Lane is currently the lowest-priced home available in Watersound Beach, offering an exceptional entry point into one of 30A's most coveted guard-gated, gulf-front communities. Located south of Scenic Highway 30A, this fully-furnished, two-bedroom, three-bath coastal cottage combines timeless Watersound architecture with a rare one-car garage, intriguing expansion potential, and an exceptional location just steps from the private gate to the Watersound Beach Club. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light give the cottage an airy feel, while the open living, dining, and kitchen areas create an inviting gathering space for family and friends. The beds and bath configuration is comfortable as-is, but what makes this property particularly compelling is its potential to evolve with a future owner's needs. Subject to Watersound Beach ARC approval and all applicable requirements, several opportunities exist to create an additional bedroom: adding a carriage house above the existing garage, enclosing the rear deck, or using the home's dramatic ceiling height to create additional second-floor living space. For a buyer who loves the location and community but ultimately wants a third bedroom, these possibilities add another dimension to the property's long-term value. The one-car garage is a coveted and uncommon feature among the cottages, offering valuable space for a vehicle, golf cart, bicycles, paddleboards, beach gear, or owner storage. Another standout is its proximity to the private gate, providing convenient access to the Watersound Beach Club for owners who choose to obtain a separate club membership. For club members, this location makes the club exceptionally convenient while retaining the privacy and charm of life in Watersound Beach. The community's two designated golf cart boardwalks give golf cart access directly to the private beach. Offering one of the most extraordinary coastal settings along Scenic Highway 30A, life unfolds behind the guard-gated entrance where owners and guests enjoy more than a mile of pristine shoreline, private deeded beach access, scenic boardwalks winding through preserved coastal dunes, community pools, parks, and miles of walking and biking paths. The community's thoughtful design and natural beauty create a peaceful sense of privacy increasingly difficult to find along 30A. Whether enjoyed immediately as a personal beach retreat, second home, or vacation rental, or reimagined over time to add living space, this cottage offers a rare combination of price, location, flexibility, and amenities - creating a compelling opportunity to own in one of 30A's premier beachfront communities.

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
Dune Lakes Elementary School	Emerald Coast Middle School	South Walton High School

Price History
8/31/2026	Listed $1,899,000

General Features

Utilities	Electric,Phone,Public Water,TV Cable,Underground
Zoning	Resid Single Family
Property Subtype	Detached Single Family
Community Features	Beach,Community Room,Dock,Fishing,Gated Community,Pets Allowed,Picnic Area,Playground,Pool,Waterfront
County	Walton
Property Type	Residential
Subdivision Name	WATERSOUND BEACH
Status	Active
Buyer Financing	Conventional
Directions	From Highway 395 head east on 30A. Turn into the main entrance of Watersound Beach. Take your first left onto Salt Box Lane.
High School	South Walton
City	Watersound
MLS Area	18 - 30A East
Lot Size Units	Acres
Elementary School	Dune Lakes
Middle/Junior High School	Emerald Coast
MLS Area Minor	1806 - S of of 30A/East
Standard Status	Active
Sewer	Public Sewer
Tax Assessed Value	1665
Cooling	Ceiling Fans,Central Air
Garage Spaces	1
Patio/Porch Features	Porch
Architectural Style	Beach House
Construction Materials	Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
Year Built	2006
Stories Count	2
Tax Year	2025
New Construction	false
Attached Garage	false
Total Rooms	5
Carport Y/N	false
Property Condition	Renovated,Construction Complete
Association Fee Includes	Accounting,Ground Keeping,Internet Service,Legal,Master Association,Recreational Faclty,Security
Pool Features	Pool Type
HOA	true

Interior Features

Total Baths	3
Interior Amenities	Breakfast Bar,Fireplace,Owner's Closet,Washer/Dryer Hookup
Air Conditioning Y/N	true
Furnished Y/N	Furnished - All

Exterior Features

Lot Features	Covenants,Easements,Restrictions,Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot Dimensions	TBD
Road Frontage Type	Private Road
Exterior Amenities	BBQ Pit/Grill,Shower,Sprinkler System
Fencing	Fenced Lot-Part
Foundation Details	Slab
Building Area Total	1464
Parking Features	Garage
Total Parking	2