***We are back on the market through no fault of the seller! With 7000' of uninterrupted, publicly owned Gulf of Mexico shoreline amidst thousands of acres of state park land all within an easy bike, paddle or walking distance, this home, located in the secluded, gated south of 30A neighborhood of The Lake Place in Grayton Beach is the perfect location for beach and lakefront living. Being on Western Lake, one of the largest of the globally rare Coastal Dune Lakes you will enjoy the serenity of your own dock as well as the private community pool, park and large neighborhood dock and entertaining areas. The Lake Place is conveniently adjacent to Grayton Beach State Park and importantly for full timers or true second home owners, does not allow short-term rentals. You can boat or paddleboard toGrayton beach, The Red Bar and Chiringo or take a short bike ride or stroll to nearby boutique shopping and numerous delicious restaurants, including Borago and Grayton Seafood Co. This unique "dog trot" style home was thoughtfully designed by nationally recognized Sala Architecture for this specific lot and location on Western Lake and offers an open floor plan and living area with an abundance of windows flooding it with natural light and views of the beautiful, wooded lot. The living room provides the enjoyment of a gas fireplace and a spacious (54' long) lakeside balcony that provides an excellent flow for entertaining. An additional living area is located on the first level and there is plenty of room for an addition. If desired, plans are available for a carriage house and garage. The Lake Place is a 20 acre property on the beach side of 30A surrounded by State park and Western Lake. Enjoy the serenity of nature and the very best of 30A living in this convenient, yet quiet Grayton location.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$791Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Marianne Grant Blake Cooper Group• Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
Bought with Kay M Khaldi• La Florida Coastal Properties
WONDERFULLY SECLUDED, LOW DENSITY, GATED LAKESIDE COMMUNITY OF ''THE LAKEPLACE AT GRAYTON BEACH'' ORIGINAL DESIGN WITH MANY CUSTOM FEATURES. 2 LIVING AREAS, HUGE BALCONY ON 2ND FLOOR, SOLID WOOD COUNTERTOPS AND CUSTOM CABNETRY IN THE KITCHEN, GAS FIREPLACE, AND A UNIQUE DOGTROT DESIGN ON THE FIRST FLOOR. THE LAKE PLACE AT GRAYTON BEACH IS JUST MOMENTS FROM THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES IN THE COUNTRY. WALK TO RESTAURANTS & SHOPPING. BOAT TO THE BEACH AND THE RED BAR, BIKE TRAILS TO GRAYTON, WATERCOLOR, & SEASIDE. LAST AND BEST OF OLD FLORIDA! DON'T BUY ANYTHING UNTIL YOU'VE SEEN THIS ONE OF A KIND PROPERTY.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,392 (+10.4%)
2024
$13,039 (+340.7%)
$706,250 + $721,203
$1,427,453
2023
$2,958 (+1.3%)
2022
$2,920 (−1.2%)
2021
$2,956 (−1.6%)
2020
$3,004 (+3.1%)
2019
$2,913 (+1.7%)
2018
$2,864 (+2.9%)
2017
$2,782 (+1.4%)
2016
$2,744 (−0.8%)
2015
$2,767 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,783
Tax history for 285 Wilderness Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,392 (+10.4%)
2024
$13,039 (+340.7%)
$706,250 + $721,203
$1,427,453
2023
$2,958 (+1.3%)
2022
$2,920 (−1.2%)
2021
$2,956 (−1.6%)
2020
$3,004 (+3.1%)
2019
$2,913 (+1.7%)
2018
$2,864 (+2.9%)
2017
$2,782 (+1.4%)
2016
$2,744 (−0.8%)
2015
$2,767 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,783
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
8 ft.
Lot depth
16 ft.
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
1,916
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
083S192525000A0220
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
RP
Residential Preservation District
This district consists primarily of subdivisions existing as of November 7, 1996, approved development projects which are vested or built out, or recorded platted subdivisions that have infrastructure in place and are substantially built out.
Project Name/Subdivision: LAKE PLACE AT GRAYTON BEACH
Absolute Longitude: 86.164805
Longitude: -86.164805
Latitude: 30.333913
Directions: From the intersection of HWY 283 & HWY 30A, travel east on HWY 30A. The Lake Place is the first right after Uptown Grayton.Go straight back along the lake and 285 will be on your left after passing the community pool.
Project Facilities
Boat Launch, Dock, Fishing, Gated Community, Minimum Rental Prd, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, No Short Term Rental, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,916
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Walton County
APN: 083S192525000A0220
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2195000.00
List Price/SqFt: 930.48
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2359.00
Design: Florida Cottage
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Coastal Dune Lakes, Lake
Listing Information
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Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.4mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 22 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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Estimated sale price
$1.77M – $2.15M
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