Botany Bayou is a secluded, gated neighborhood filled with live oaks on Hewitt Bayou, close to all the necessities of life. This custom-built home with 100' of water frontage has it all including a covered dock with two boat lifts and a private saltwater pool. The entry way with its circular wall of windows allows your view to extend over the pool, through the lush backyard all the way to the water. The 14' vaulted ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn beams from an old barn in Wisconsin crown the dining living room. Calcutta Gold marble along with Subzero/Wolf appliances, coffee/cappuccino maker and steam oven make entertaining a breeze. The outdoor living & dining areas with fireplace, outdoor kitchen and lounging area overlook the pool. Master bedroom with striking Snow White marble, soaking tub, dual head shower with bench seat, along with a private office and laundry room with storage galore complete the main floor. Upstairs bunk/media room, three guest rooms with private baths makes this 4,488 square foot home ideal for you and your family. Eric Craig with B. Design of Destin - Architect
Single-familyProperty Type
2018Year Built
$766Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by The Allen Adams Team• 850 Properties - Santa Rosa Beach
Bought with Matt McGuire• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Botany Bayou is a secluded, gated neighborhood filled with live oaks on Hewitt Bayou, close to all the necessities of life. This custom-built home with 100' of water frontage has it all including a covered dock with two boat lifts and a private saltwater pool. The entry way with its circular wall of windows allows your view to extend over the pool, through the lush backyard all the way to the water. The 14' vaulted ceiling with reclaimed hand-hewn beams from an old barn in Wisconsin crown the dining living room. Calcutta Gold marble along with Subzero/Wolf appliances, coffee/cappuccino maker and steam oven make entertaining a breeze. The outdoor living & dining areas with fireplace, outdoor kitchen and lounging area overlook the pool. Master bedroom with striking Snow White marble,
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,393 (−8.0%)
2024
$18,905 (−3.5%)
2023
$19,586 (+31.9%)
2022
$14,848 (+14.1%)
2021
$13,012 (+17.8%)
2020
$11,045 (+28.8%)
$357,967 + $748,510
$1,106,477
2019
$8,577 (+1.6%)
2018
$8,445 (+193.1%)
$299,440 + $584,773
$884,213
2017
$2,881
$290,719
Tax history for 456 Botany Blvd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,393 (−8.0%)
2024
$18,905 (−3.5%)
2023
$19,586 (+31.9%)
2022
$14,848 (+14.1%)
2021
$13,012 (+17.8%)
2020
$11,045 (+28.8%)
$357,967 + $748,510
$1,106,477
2019
$8,577 (+1.6%)
2018
$8,445 (+193.1%)
$299,440 + $584,773
$884,213
2017
$2,881
$290,719
*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
4
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
9 ft.
Lot depth
33 ft.
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
4,488
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
192S203316000A0340
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
SN
Small Neighborhood District
This district is intended for areas transitioning from fragmented developments to an area with higher density and a mixed use core that will facilitate neighborhood continuity. Each Small Neighborhood shall provide for a mixture of uses to encourage economic diversity and sustainability within the area, promote the future viability of the neighborhood, and encourage a walking and bicycle-friendly design to conserve energy and reduce emissions.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Mixed use building
Office
Medical office
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Nov 17, 2025 • Active
Mechanical standalone permit - licensed contractors only
HVAC
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.
Lot Features: Covenants, Cul-De-Sac, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2018
Last Taxes: 8444.55
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1500.00
Assessment Paid: Annually
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Accounting, Land Recreation, Management, Recreational Faclty
School Information
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1601 - Mack Bayou
Area: 16 - North Santa Rosa Beach
Street #: 456
Street Name: Botany
Street Suffix: Boulevard
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: BOTANY BAYOU
Absolute Longitude: 86.290435
Longitude: -86.290435
Latitude: 30.394308
Directions: From HWY 98 turn North on to Goldsby, make the first right after the stop sign to enter Botany Bayou thru the gate make and left to address
Project Facilities
Dock, Fishing, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,488
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Walton County
APN: 192S203316000A0340
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2099000.00
List Price/SqFt: 467.69
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 4488.00
Design: Contemporary
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Bay
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Van R. Butler Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.8mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 53-65% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.27M – $3.95M
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