Welcome to a beautifully remodeled, Scandinavian-inspired home offering a perfect blend of cozy living and excellent rental history. Located on the serene shores of Juniper Lake in Defuniak Springs, this property is a true gem, featuring over 80 feet of pristine waterfront and a total of 1,300+ sq ft of living space, including both the main house and a partially finished tiny house ready for your personal touch. Main House Features: 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bath - perfect for family living or hosting guests. Fully Remodeled with a stylish Scandinavian vibe, the open-concept living area is both inviting and functional. Mini Split HVAC Systems in every room, allow allowing for customized comfort and temperature control throughout the home. Enjoy cozy living spaces with large windows overlooking the tranquil waters of Juniper Lake. Turn-key Ready - this home is currently listed on Airbnb and has consistently generated impressive rental income for over two years! Tiny House Opportunity: The adorable tiny house on the property offers endless possibilities to further increase rental income. Although partially finished, it could be completed and rented separately or in conjunction with the main house, providing flexibility for multiple streams of revenue. It currently has water, power (not hooked up) and one additional full bath. Outdoor Living: Over 80 feet of water frontage on Juniper Lake, ideal for fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water's edge. The peaceful, wooded surroundings create a serene atmosphere, making this property a perfect getaway. Whether you're looking for a charming primary residence, a vacation home, or a property with proven rental income potential, 43 Squirrel Road is a must-see. Don't miss your chance to own this turnkey, Scandinavian-inspired lakefront retreat! Property will convey fully furnished and rental ready. All boat house equipment and amenities are included as well. For more information and to view current rental details, visit the property's Airbnb listing here: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/782842720079983991?source_impression_id=p3_1732044449_P3cy0eRg3_xnXv2v
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
0.54 acresLot Size
$219Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Allie Caudill• Rosemary Beach Realty LLC
Bought with Rufina Marte Candelario• Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Welcome to the most beautiful ''Little Scandinavia'' lake home nestled on Juniper Lake, a 600 acre lake which is spring fed. This fully remodelled cottage has a gorgeous kitchen, fully equipped with all the essentials you need for vacationing or short term renting. The appliances are all new with a counter-depth quad door refrigerator/freezer, full sized 4 burner glass top electric stove, full sized dishwasher and a lovely stainless steel farmhouse sink! The dining area is just off the kitchen with space for 6 people, but there is also room at the kitchen peninsula. The living area enjoys ample views of the lake and nature abound. It also comes equipped with a 70 inch TV and comfortable furnishings. The master bedroom has plenty of space, already furnished with a King bed, 2 night stands and wall storage rack for extra belongings. There is also a 55 inch TV but you most likely will find yourself just relaxing in bed while taking in the lakeviews. The second bedroom has a queen sized bed, 3 drawer dresser and 43 inch TV, again with lakviews! The bunk room has a twin/twin bunk bed, small walk-in closet and 32 inch TV again with wonderful lakeviews! Each bedroom offers a mini-split AC/Heat to ensure that you are most comfortable in your own space. There is also a mini-split for the living, dining and bathroom (total of 5 in the home). The full bathroom features a tub/shower surround with endless hot water (tankless water heater), a rain shower head and toilet. The laundry room is situated right next to the kitchen, a perfect space for the overflow of food and beverages. The compact sized front load washer and dryer will convey with the sale. Outdoors is the most serene setting you will find on this lake! Enjoy the amenities already in place such as the gas grill, 2 picnic tables and outdoor fire-pit which overlooks the lake! There is also a covered boat house to enjoy the lakeviews! The 3-person canoe, 1-person peddle boat and 2-person kayaks will convey with the sale. This gem has been on the Airbnb program for several months with a 5 star rating! November has a 90% occupancy rate (would have been 100% had we not needed access to the home for listing purposes), December is booked at about 90%, January already has a few bookings, this little college performs! There is also a 288 square foot unfinished tiny home behind the main house that could be finished to also rent out.
CPARMLS #715437
Apr 8, 2022
Sold
$119,000
$91/sq ft
Feb 1, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 11, 2021
Listed
$119,000
$91/sq ft
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WATERFRONT PROPERTY on Lake Juniper with great views of the lake. Nice concrete driveway leads from paved road to the home. Singlewide mobile home with an addition built on the back for added space. Home needs some repairs and cleaning but has great potential. The existing mobile home could be upgraded or you could build your dream home here. Mobile homes are allowed. Has a boathouse (some boards need replacing) with a dock over the lake. Property is partially fenced and has 3 storage buildings as well as an additional apartment/living quarters. Lake Juniper is a state-managed 665 acre lake with catfish, bass, and bream. Public park and Cat Island Road public boat launch is nearby. Buyer to verify all measurements and dimensions.
ECAR #131255
May 3, 1999
Sold
$55,000
$42/sq ft
Mar 9, 1999
Listed
$59,900
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 14, 1995
Sold
$38,500
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,170 (+13.3%)
2024
$1,033 (−1.3%)
$51,180 + $48,548
$99,728
2023
$1,047 (+14.7%)
$51,180 + $50,639
$101,819
2022
$913 (+120.2%)
$56,810 + $26,681
$83,491
2021
$415 (+1.5%)
2020
$408 (+3.4%)
2019
$395 (+1.1%)
2018
$390 (+1.9%)
2017
$383 (+1.7%)
2016
$377
2015
$377
2014
$377
Tax history for 43 Squirrel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,170 (+13.3%)
2024
$1,033 (−1.3%)
$51,180 + $48,548
$99,728
2023
$1,047 (+14.7%)
$51,180 + $50,639
$101,819
2022
$913 (+120.2%)
$56,810 + $26,681
$83,491
2021
$415 (+1.5%)
2020
$408 (+3.4%)
2019
$395 (+1.1%)
2018
$390 (+1.9%)
2017
$383 (+1.7%)
2016
$377
2015
$377
2014
$377
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
17 ft.
Lot depth
25 ft.
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,020
Year built
1971
Style
Other
County
Walton County
APN
103N19197500050060
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
UR
Urban Residential District
This district includes areas that constitute reasonably compact additions to urbanized areas surrounding municipalities, which do not constitute significant habitat, wetland, or flood hazard areas, and which are either served by public water or sewer systems, or where such systems are scheduled to be extended within five years. This district allows higher density residential development in more traditional residential subdivisions and provides for a more intensive commercial component in mixed use areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
No
No
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom: First
Master Bedroom: First
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 1
Total Baths: 1.00
Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Workshop
Living Room: First
Room 1
Living Room
Area: 192.00
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Length: 16.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 1
Room 2
Dining Room
Area: 144.00
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Length: 12.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 1
Room 3
Master Bedroom
Area: 120.00
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Length: 12.00
Width: 10.00
Level: 1
Room 4
Bedroom
Area: 72.00
Dimensions: 9 x 8
Length: 9.00
Width: 8.00
Level: 1
Room 5
Workshop
Area: 120.00
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Length: 12.00
Width: 10.00
Level: 1
Interior Features
Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove/Oven Electric
Interior: Floor Vinyl, Furnished - All, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Type: None
Exterior: Dock
Lot Information
Acreage: 0.54
Lot Dimensions: 83x285
Waterfront: Lake
Waterfront Feet: 83
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Roof Shingle/Shake
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2023
Last Taxes: 1046.86
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: None
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Buyer
Seller
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Public Water, Septic Tank
Energy: AC - Window/Wall, Water Heater - Elect
Location
School Information
Elementary School: West Defuniak
Middle School: Walton
High School: Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 2310 - De Funiak Springs
Area: 23 - North Walton County
Street #: 43
Street Name: Squirrel
Street Suffix: Road
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32433
Project Name/Subdivision: METES & BOUNDS
Absolute Longitude: 86.125322
Longitude: -86.125322
Latitude: 30.775594
Directions: From Hwy 331, take HWY 90 east to HWY 83 North. Then turn left onto Cat Island Road. Take a left on Wesley Road. Then Right onto Squirrel Road. Home will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,020
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Walton County
APN: 103N19197500050060
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 299900.00
List Price/SqFt: 229.28
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1308.00
Design: Other
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Lake
Listing Information
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Transit
Maude Saunders Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
4/10
Walton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
7/10
Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$273,000 – $330,000
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