Sarayu: Spirit Wind Named after the spirit wind in the internationally beloved novel The Shack, Sarayu is located on one of the most inspired pieces of white-sand beach that 30A has to offer. Fronting approximately 80 feet of white-sand beach, Sarayu offers staggering views of Eastern Lake, a rare coastal dune lake, and the Gulf of Mexico from nearly every room. Views from the azure-blue, Gulf-front pool seem to fool the eye into believing you're on a deserted island. There are few homes on this quiet stretch of sugary sand and even fewer people. Privacy, exclusivity, space to breathe. Speaking of space, this outstanding residence features over 6,600 total square feet with room to sleep up to 26 guests. And this vacation rental par excellence has a projected gross rental income of nearly $440,000. Nothing about this gulf-front home is ordinary. The walls are lined with tongue-and-groove panels. The living room is anchored by a 72" fire- spark fireplace and 75" television. A sitting area is nestled in front of a gallery of bay windows. The chef-inspired kitchen features an island with seating for six and a Downsview ice and utility trough for serving beverages and seafood. The superlative appliance package includes Miele, Marvel and Hoshizaki brand appliances in the kitchen and two wet bars. Unexpected design features include motion-activated sensor lighting along the baseboards and countertops for navigation after dark. And two of the eight bedrooms combine to create a private family suite. The master suite is utterly awe inspiring and situated in one of the home's proudest architectural features — a westward-facing rotunda. The wall of bay windows delivers uninterrupted gulf and lake views leading to an open balcony. The master closet is comprised of two walk-in closets, one of which can be locked off. A pecky cypress barn door leads to the master bathroom. Lake views can be enjoyed from the master bathroom's glass enclosed shower or take in the gulf from the soaking tub. Outdoors, a 2,500+ square foot deck area includes a 10- x 24-foot pool, just feet from the sand along a private boardwalk with minimal steps for ease of access. Gulf-front homes on 80 feet of exclusive, white-sand beach are rare. Gulf-front homes with views of a coastal dune lake are even rarer. Don't let the opportunity to tour this inspired residence slip away. * Inspired by the internationally beloved novel The Shack by William P. Young *Buyer to verify all dimensions
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
$1,802Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Blake Morar Group Group• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Carrie Shoaf• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
*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
Permits
Beds
7
Baths
7
Stories
4
Lot width
7 ft.
Lot depth
40 ft.
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
5,497
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
193S18160900000011
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
NI
Neighborhood Infill District
This district is designed to facilitate compatible development of unplatted or vacant parcels that total ten contiguous acres or less within areas where the majority of the adjacent or surrounding land has been developed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
May 22, 2023 • Final
Gas standalone permit - licensed contractors only
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Attached, See Remarks
Rooms: Bedroom, Bunk Room, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Kitchen: Second
Living Room: Second
Room 1
Living Room
Area: 648.00
Dimensions: 36 x 18
Dimensions: 36x18
Length: 36.00
Width: 18.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 2
Dining Room
Area: 216.00
Dimensions: 18 x 12
Dimensions: 12x18
Length: 18.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 3
Kitchen
Area: 285.00
Dimensions: 19 x 15
Dimensions: 19x15
Length: 19.00
Width: 15.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 4
Master Bedroom
Area: 240.00
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Dimensions: 16x15
Length: 16.00
Width: 15.00
Level: 3
Room Level: 3
Room 5
Master Bathroom
Area: 180.00
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Dimensions: 12x15
Length: 15.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 3
Room Level: 3
Room 6
Bedroom
Area: 150.00
Dimensions: 12.5 x 12
Dimensions: 12.5x12
Length: 12.50
Width: 12.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 7
Bedroom
Area: 150.00
Dimensions: 12.5 x 12
Dimensions: 12.5x12
Length: 12.50
Width: 12.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 8
Bedroom
Area: 648.00
Dimensions: 36 x 18
Dimensions: 36x18
Length: 36.00
Width: 18.00
Level: 3
Room Level: 3
Room 9
Bedroom
Area: 162.00
Dimensions: 13.5 x 12
Dimensions: 13.5x12
Length: 13.50
Width: 12.00
Level: 3
Room Level: 3
Room 10
Bedroom
Area: 192.00
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Dimensions: 16x12
Length: 16.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 3
Room Level: 3
Room 11
Bunk Room
Area: 414.00
Dimensions: 23 x 18
Dimensions: 18x23
Length: 23.00
Width: 18.00
Level: 4
Room Level: 4
Room 12
Den
Area: 161.00
Dimensions: 14 x 11.5
Dimensions: 11.5x14
Length: 14.00
Width: 11.50
Level: 4
Room Level: 4
Interior Features
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Fire Alarm/Sprinkler, Freezer, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Fireplace, Fireplace Gas, Floor Hardwood, Furnished - None, Kitchen Island, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Walls Paneled, Walls Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Window Bay, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
Exterior
Exterior Features
Has Pool
Pool Type: Private
Exterior: Balcony, Deck Enclosed, Deck Open, Patio Covered, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Separate Living Area, Sprinkler System
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 80x350
Beach Frontage: 80.00
Waterfront: Coastal Dune Lakes, Gulf, Lake
Waterfront Feet: 80
Lot Features: Coastal Setback, Cul-De-Sac, Flood Insurance Req
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
Named Exception
Financial
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: None
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water
Energy: AC - High Efficiency, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Two +
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1806 - South of 30 A East Beaches
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 187
Street Name: San Roy
Street Suffix: Road
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: NO RECORDED SUBDIVISION
Absolute Longitude: 86.095461
Longitude: -86.095461
Latitude: 30.305954
Directions: From 30A and Hwy 395 continue East on Hwy 30A across Eastern Lake, take a right on Lakewood Drive, then take the next right on Lakeview Drive veers to the left to Beachside Drive then take a right onto Say Roy Road, go all the way to the end of the cul-de-sac home will be on the gulf side.
Project Facilities
Beach, Deed Access, Pool, Separate Storage, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,497
Stories: 4.0
Lot Size: 0.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Walton County
APN: 193S18160900000011
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 6795000.00
List Price/SqFt: 1176.22
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 5777.00
Design: Contemporary
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Coastal Dune Lakes, Gulf, Lake
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 45-55% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 105° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 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
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$9.89M – $11.97M
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