87 Vista Bluffs, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 970236)

87 Vista Bluffs, Destin, FL 32541

$1,899,999
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,593 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,899,999 List Date: 3/05/2025 Last Modified: 11/07/2025

Description

This exceptional three-story lakefront home in the gated community of Destiny West offers breathtaking water views, luxurious finishes and a perfect combination of comfort and sophistication. Designed for those seeking a primary residence, second home or premium vacation rental, this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, four-bathroom retreat provides an elevated coastal living experience just moments from the beaches of Destin. From the moment you step inside, floor-to-ceiling windows showcase sweeping lake views, filling the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas with natural light. High-end details, including custom woodwork, chandeliers and rich hardwood flooring, create an inviting yet refined atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, custom

Supplements: cabinetry and premium appliances, while the spacious living area, complete with a fireplace and motorized window treatments, is ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The second-floor primary suite offers a private retreat with a separate spacious balcony, a fire pit, a spa-like ensuite bath, and a generous sized walk-in closet with custom built ins. The third floor is a versatile space with a king bed, ensuite bath and kitchenette, making it ideal for guests or a multi-purpose retreat. The backyard terrace is a showstopper, featuring a fire pit and panoramic lake views, creating the perfect setting for evening gatherings. Inquire within for ideal private pool plans and renderings. With proximity to James Lee Park and pedestrian & golf cart friendly Scenic Highway 98, this home offers the best of the Emerald Coast lifestyle, whether as a full-time residence or an income-generating vacation rental. The gated Destiny West community further elevates the living experience with its verdant landscaping, a large, seasonally heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, tennis court, and a grand clubhouse. Landscaping is paid quarterly to the association so no need to bring your lawn equipment. Perfectly positioned and meticulously upgraded, this home is a rare opportunity to own a premier lakefront property in one of Destin's most sought-after communities.

More Information MLS# 970236

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 528.81 List Date: 2025-03-05 Current Price: $1,899,999 List Price: $1,899,999

Location, Tax and Legal

Sub Area: 1404 - Destin Beach East Elementary School: Destin Middle School: Destin High School: Fort Walton Beach Legal Description: DESTINY S/D LOT 39

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Detached Single Family Design: Beach House SqFt Source: County PA Records Immediate Occupancy: Yes Garage: Yes Carport: No Driveway Spaces: 3 Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 3593 Bedrooms: 4 Full Baths: 4 Total Bathrooms: 4 # Stories: 3 Year Built: 1997 Garage Spaces: 1 Acreage: 0.19

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Homestead: No Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: Yes Assessment Amount: 3575 Annual Assessment Amount: 3575 Assessment Paid: Annually New Buyer Fee: Yes New Buyer Fee Amt: 595.84 New Buyer Fee Paid: $ Last Taxes: 16128.1 Last Tax Year: 2024 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: This exceptional three-story lakefront home in the gated community of Destiny West offers breathtaking water views, luxurious finishes and a perfect combination of comfort and sophistication. Designed for those seeking a primary residence, second home or premium vacation rental, this beautifully maintained four-bedroom, four-bathroom retreat provides an elevated coastal living experience just moments from the beaches of Destin. From the moment you step inside, floor-to-ceiling windows showcase sweeping lake views, filling the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen areas with natural light. High-end details, including custom woodwork, chandeliers and rich hardwood flooring, create an inviting yet refined atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, custom

Waterfront

Lake: 1 Waterfront Feet: 64

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Parking Features

Garage: 1 Garage Attached: 1 Golf Cart Enclosed: 1 Guest: 1

Waterview

Gulf: 1 Lake: 1

Lot/Parcel Access

Controlled Access: 1 Paved Road: 1 Private Road: 1

Lot Features

Bulkhead/Seawall: 1 Coastal Barrier Zone: Yes Dead End: 1 Interior: 1 Restrictions: 1 Survey Available: 1 Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1 See Remarks: 1

Project Facilities

Community Room: 1 Gated Community: 1 Pavillion/Gazebo: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Pool: 1 Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1 Tennis: 1 Waterfront: 1

Construction/Siding

Roof Tile/Slate: 1 Slab: 1 Stucco: 1

Utilities

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

Zoning

Resid Single Family: 1

Exterior

Balcony: 1 BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Deck Open: 1 Porch: 1 Renovated: 1 Shower: 1 Summer Kitchen: 1

Interior

Breakfast Bar: 1 Ceiling Crwn Molding: 1 Fireplace: 1 Floor Hardwood: 1 Floor WW Carpet: 1 Furnished - All: 1 Renovated: 1 Split Bedroom: 1 Window Treatment All: 1

Financing

Conventional: 1

Appliances

Auto Garage Door Opn: 1 Cooktop: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Ice Machine: 1 Range Hood: 1 Smoke Detector: 1 Stove/Oven Gas: 1

Energy

AC - Central Elect: 1 Heat Cntrl Electric: 1 Water Heater - Elect: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Cultured Mrble: 1 MBath Double Vanity: 1 MBath Shower Only: 1 MBath Walk-In Closet: 1 MBed Carpeted: 1 MBed Sitting Area: 1

Master Bedroom

Second: 1

Bedroom

First: 1

Kitchen

First: 1

Full Bathroom

First: 1 Third: 1

Rooms

Bedroom: 1 Bonus Room: 1 Dining Room: 1 Full Bathroom: 1 Great Room: 1 Kitchen: 1 Master Bathroom: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Fees Include

Accounting: 1 Ground Keeping: 1 Recreational Faclty: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 14 - Destin Street #: 87 Street Name: Vista Bluffs State: FL Zip Code: 32541 County: Okaloosa Project Name/Subdivision: DESTINY S/D Parcel ID: 00-2S-22-0400-0000-0390

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Lot Features: Bulkhead/Seawall; Dead End; Interior; Restrictions; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water; See Remarks Zoning: Resid Single Family Waterfront: Lake Waterview: Gulf; Lake Parking Features: Garage; Garage Attached; Golf Cart Enclosed; Guest Project Facilities: Community Room; Gated Community; Pavillion/Gazebo; Pets Allowed; Pool; Short Term Rental - Allowed; Tennis; Waterfront Exterior: Balcony; BBQ Pit/Grill; Deck Open; Porch; Renovated; Shower; Summer Kitchen Interior: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Crwn Molding; Fireplace; Floor Hardwood; Floor WW Carpet; Furnished - All; Renovated; Split Bedroom; Window Treatment All Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Ice Machine; Range Hood; Smoke Detector; Stove/Oven Gas Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; Underground Energy: AC - Central Elect; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Elect Master Bedroom: Second Bedroom: First Kitchen: First Full Bathroom: First; Third Rooms: Bedroom; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Full Bathroom; Great Room; Kitchen; Master Bathroom; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Recreational Faclty

Room Information

Dining Room Level: First Dimensions: 12 x 11 Length: 12.00 Width: 11.00 Dimensions: 12 x 11 Kitchen Level: First Dimensions: 11 x 10 Length: 11.00 Width: 10.00 Remarks: Eat-in Kitchen Dimensions: 11 x 10 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 14 x 12 Length: 14.00 Width: 12.00 Dimensions: 14 x 12 Full Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 7 x 6 Length: 7.00 Width: 6.00 Dimensions: 7 x 6 Great Room Level: First Dimensions: 16 x 13 Length: 16.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 16 x 13 Master Bedroom Level: Second Dimensions: 20 x 19 Length: 20.00 Width: 19.00 Dimensions: 20 x 19 Master Bathroom Level: Second Dimensions: 15 x 8 Length: 15.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 15 x 8 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 24 x 17 Length: 24.00 Width: 17.00 Dimensions: 24 x 17 Full Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 9 x 6 Length: 9.00 Width: 6.00 Dimensions: 9 x 6 Bonus Room Level: Third Dimensions: 27 x 16.5 Length: 27.00 Width: 16.50 Dimensions: 27 x 16.5 Full Bathroom Level: Third Dimensions: 13 x 6 Length: 13.00 Width: 6.00 Dimensions: 13 x 6
Listing Office: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: November - 07 - 2025
Broker Attribution: josh.callahan@scenicsir.com

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