Custom built by Babin Builders in 2013 and winner of the coveted APEX award in 2014, this Watersound West Beach home, overlooking the community lake, offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and natural beauty. From its impeccable design to its serene surroundings, this home is sure to captivate your heart. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, this residence boasts a timeless and elegant architectural style that seamlessly blends with the natural landscape. With over 3,500 square feet of living space, this home offers ample room for your family and guests. The chef's kitchen is a culinary masterpiece, featuring Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances, stone countertops, and a large center island. The combined dining and living room offers a spacious open floor plan, complete with a folding glass wall that opens to bring the outside in. Upstairs, you will find the master suite - a private oasis, complete with a spa-like en-suite bathroom that includes heated marble floors and steam shower, a walk-in closet, and serene views of the surrounding woods from your private screened balcony. The outdoor living spaces are a true highlight, with screened porches, spacious decks, and a beautifully landscaped yard. Add to this, 3 guest bedrooms, each with a private bath, bonus room with a second wet bar, dedicated private office and custom laundry/mud room. Rounding out the home - a gas powered whole house generator, central vacuum system and mini-split unit in the oversized 2-car garage. Watersound West Beach, a gated secure community south of 30a, offers amenities such as private dedicated beach access, a zero-entry heated and cooled community pool with a boardwalk system throughout the neighborhood. Included in your homeowner assessment - high speed fiber internet, basic cable, annual household membership to Florida State Parks and access to Watersound Workout.
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
$815Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by ByronSells30A Pelt• Compass
Bought with Rush Krug• The Premier Property Group Seacrest Office
Beautiful one of a kind custom masterpiece in Watersound West Beach. Recognized as the 2014 APEX Home of the Year, no detail has been overlooked, with over 3500 square feet of living area and fabulous porches overlooking the lake. The home offers a tremendous floor plan with an open gourmet kitchen, dining, and living area with fireplace that is perfect for entertaining. Custom NanaWall patio doors open to the screened porch with peaceful lake views. The first floor features a guest bedroom suite and the second floor offers a beautiful master suite with vaulted ceiling and private patio overlooking the lake. The ensuite bath is gorgeous and boasts a large and luxurious custom steam shower. There is also a spacious master walk-in closet with custom cabinetry. Two additional bedrooms with ensuite baths, an incredible living/lounge area, office, and two more open porches complete the second level. In addition to the multiple porches and decks, there is also a gas fire pit overlooking the lake, whole house generator, and an air conditioned two car garage. The finest finishes, fixtures, and lighting combined with the lakefront location in gated Watersound West Beach, blend together to make this a sought after location on 30a. Watersound West Beach features a community pool/clubhouse, putting green, boardwalks and trails, green spaces and parks, boardwalk to the beach, security gate, high speed fiber optic internet, and fitness center at Watersound Beach. The beach access through Deer Lake State Park is a perpetual easement so no customary use worries here! And no crowds! The privacy, security, scenic beauty, and exclusive beach access makes Watersound West Beach the premier neighborhood on 30a for full time residency or second home ownership.
ECAR #752650
Jun 27, 2016
Sold
$1,589,000
$453/sq ft
May 13, 2016
Listed
$1,589,000
$453/sq ft
ECAR #513095
Sep 29, 2012
Sold
$246,760
$70/sq ft
Mar 23, 2009
Listed
$246,760
$70/sq ft
ECAR #580941
Jun 1, 2012
Listed
$246,760
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,095 (−2.4%)
$840,000 + $1,605,304
$2,445,304
2024
$22,644 (−0.4%)
$840,000 + $1,638,994
$2,478,994
2023
$22,736 (+1.0%)
2022
$22,504 (+66.9%)
$548,911 + $1,917,563
$2,466,474
2021
$13,481 (+20.0%)
$403,369 + $989,320
$1,392,689
2020
$11,239 (+2.9%)
2019
$10,920 (+1.6%)
2018
$10,754 (+2.8%)
2017
$10,463 (+0.6%)
2016
$10,405 (+11.5%)
$361,133 + $715,779
$1,076,912
2015
$9,334 (+12.8%)
$293,485 + $686,556
$980,041
2014
$8,277
Tax history for 134 Tumblehome Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,095 (−2.4%)
$840,000 + $1,605,304
$2,445,304
2024
$22,644 (−0.4%)
$840,000 + $1,638,994
$2,478,994
2023
$22,736 (+1.0%)
2022
$22,504 (+66.9%)
$548,911 + $1,917,563
$2,466,474
2021
$13,481 (+20.0%)
$403,369 + $989,320
$1,392,689
2020
$11,239 (+2.9%)
2019
$10,920 (+1.6%)
2018
$10,754 (+2.8%)
2017
$10,463 (+0.6%)
2016
$10,405 (+11.5%)
$361,133 + $715,779
$1,076,912
2015
$9,334 (+12.8%)
$293,485 + $686,556
$980,041
2014
$8,277
*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
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,885 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
3,504
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
193S18165000001160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
CC
Coastal Center District
This district is primarily residential, allowing medium residential densities and supporting uses. All development is required to be connected to a public water and sewer system.
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat - Radiant Floor, Insulated Doors, Ridge Vent, Storm Doors, Storm Windows, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1390.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Annual Assessment Amount: $5,560
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Internet Service, Management, Master Association, Security, Trash, TV Cable
New Buyer Fee
%
School Information
Elementary School: Dune Lakes
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1806 - South of 30 A East Beaches
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 134
Street Name: Tumblehome
Street Suffix: Way
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERSOUND WEST BEACH
Absolute Longitude: 86.084813
Longitude: -86.084813
Latitude: 30.308598
Directions: From CR 395, head east toward Rosemary Beach. Turn Right on Plimsoll Way into Watersound West Beach entrance. At stop sign, turn left, house will be #11 on your right.
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill, Community Room, Deed Access, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, Short Term Rental - Allowed, TV Cable
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,504
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,885 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Walton County
APN: 193S18165000001160
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2975000.00
List Price/SqFt: 849.03
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 3504.00
Design: Traditional
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Lake
Listing Information
As Is
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-74% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 105° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.71M – $3.28M
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