Incredible panoramic views of the Gulf and Eastern Lake. .. prepare to be swept away by this French Caribbean inspired Gulf Front home designed by acclaimed architect, Tom Christ, and New Orleans Interior Designer, Patrick Dunne. 'Chez Fleur' was notably featured on HGTV's 'Homes Across America. ' Timeless and beautiful details intrigue at every turn, from the soft colored textured plaster walls that reflect light at different times of the day to a gorgeous portico entry and circular vestibule leading to a light-filled hall with twin courtyards on either side. The gated entrance ensures privacy; the most charming antique reclaimed hardwood floors and the wood staircase with cast bronze baluster ''wows. '' The first floor offers two guest suites just off the vestibule. Gulf views draw you to the south side of the house where three sets of French doors leading onto a wide porch welcome dining al fresco or soaking up gulf breezes and sunsets. A brand new heated pool and spa can be enjoyed year round! The living room with a large fireplace and generous dining space elegantly span the entire back of the home. Adjacent to the dining area is the French-styled kitchen with Alabama marble countertops. From the kitchen, walk out onto the eastern courtyard for grilling on the natural gas grill. Over on the western courtyard is an outdoor shower and access to the private beach walkover via a newly rebuilt boardwalk. A half bath services the lower level near the laundry. Upstairs are two matching guest suites with private baths, a large bunk room, and a spacious Gulf front master with wood-beamed ceiling, two walk-in closets and a master bath with dual sinks and a multi head shower. Three sets of French doors lead to a private covered porch with incredible panoramic vistas. On the north side of the home, opposite the master suite at the end of a comfy common area, are the two identical spacious guest suites, each with views of the Gulf. A second-floor full bath services the common area and bunkroom. The home offered furnished with a mix of contemporary furniture and imported antiques, including a pastry table from a French chateau. Buyer is responsible for personally verifying details about this property. Any information contained in this listing is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.81 acresLot Size
$2,437Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Clark & Mitchell Group• Rosemary Beach Realty LLC
Santa Rosa Beach, located between Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside, is a coastal and low-rise Miramar Beach neighborhood with dune-backed shorelines and pine-flatwood trails. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the 30A corridor near the County Highway 393 junction, where bike traffic, beach cruisers, and small storefronts set a relaxed, design-forward pace. Architectural cues lean toward coastal cottages and contemporary beach homes with deep porches and metal roofs. Gulf views and rare coastal dune lakes shape daily rhythms, with boardwalks and trailheads threading through scrub and sand. Community pillars include The REP Theatre in Seaside, the open-air E.O. Wilson Park, and the long-running Grayton Beer Company taproom.
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Market insights
517 Eastern Lake Rd · $9,450,000
DAYS ON MARKET
552 days
The average home goes pending in 86 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$9,450,000
Median list price in this area is $775,523. (92% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Furnished
Double pane windows
Doors rated for energy efficiency
EPA-qualified fireplace
Security system
Smoke detectors
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms total
Primary suite on the second floor with trey ceiling, balcony, walk-in closet, and waterfront exposure
Bathrooms
6 bathrooms total (5 full, 1 half)
Primary bathroom with double vanity, separate shower, and tile
Kitchen
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Electric water heater
Multiple water heaters
Heating & cooling
Central heating (natural gas) with multiple heat systems
Central air conditioning
Multiple AC units
Ceiling fans
Electric heat controls
Exterior features
Balcony
Covered deck and open deck
Open patio and open porch
Partial privacy fencing
Sprinkler system
Lawn pump
Private paved road access
Waterfront with gulf view
Lake view
Pool
Home design
Beach house style
2 stories
Built in 1997
Parking
Driveway with 4 spaces
Security
Security system
Smoke detectors
Construction
Block and stucco construction
Slate roof
Foundation on pilings
Utilities
Community sewer and community water
Private well
Electric service
Natural gas
TV cable available
HOA & community
Subdivision: METES & BOUNDS
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Prepare to be swept away by this French Caribbean inspired Gulf Front home designed by acclaimed architect, Tom Christ, and New Orleans Interior Designer, Patrick Dunne. 'Chez Fleur' was notably featured on HGTV's 'Homes Across America.' Timeless and beautiful details intrigue at every turn, from the soft colored textured plaster walls that reflect light at different times of the day to a gorgeous portico entry and circular vestibule leading to a light-filled hall with matching courtyards on either side. The gated entrance ensures privacy; antique reclaimed hardwood floors; and the wood staircase with cast bronze baluster ''wows.'' Two guest rooms-an an ensuite and bunkroom/media room are located at the front of the home, just off the vestibule. Gulf views draw you to the other side of the house through three sets of French doors leading onto a wide porch for dining al fresco or soaking up gulf breezes and sunsets. The living room with a large fireplace and generous dining space elegantly span the entire back of the home. Adjacent to the dining area is the French-styled kitchen with Alabama marble countertops. From the kitchen, walk out onto the eastern courtyard for grilling on the natural gas grill. Over on the western courtyard is an outdoor shower and access to the private beach walkover via a newly rebuilt boardwalk. A half bath services the lower level near the laundry. Upstairs are two matching guest suites with private baths, a bunk room, and a spacious Gulf front master with wood-beamed ceiling, two walk-in closets and a master bath with dual sinks and a multi head shower. Three sets of French doors lead to a private covered porch with incredible panoramic vistas. On the north side of the home, opposite the master suite at the end of a comfy common area, are the two identical spacious guest suites, each with views of the Gulf. A second-floor full bath services the common area and bunkroom. The home offered furnished with a mix of contemporary furniture and imported antiques, including a pastry table from a French chateau. Most appliances and inside and outside HVAC units replaced within the last three years. ***Buyer is responsible for personally verifying details about this property. Any information contained in this listing is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.***
Public Records
Apr 3, 2013
Sold
$2,265,000
$584/sq ft
ECAR #538638
Mar 29, 2013
Sold
$2,265,500
$584/sq ft
Mar 29, 2013
Sold
$2,265,500
$584/sq ft
May 24, 2010
Listed
$2,495,000
$643/sq ft
NAMLS #517550
May 25, 2010
Listing Removed
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May 18, 2009
Listed
$3,850,000
$993/sq ft
May 18, 2009
Listed
$3,850,000
$993/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$45,003 (+10.0%)
2024
$40,905 (−1.1%)
$2,525,040 + $2,162,239
$4,687,279
2023
$41,370 (+7.6%)
2022
$38,432 (+10.0%)
2021
$34,952 (+64.1%)
$1,776,060 + $1,834,846
$3,610,906
2020
$21,304 (+6.7%)
2019
$19,967 (+5.8%)
2018
$18,876 (+19.2%)
2017
$15,841 (+15.7%)
$1,345,723 + $385,634
$1,731,357
2016
$13,694 (+11.9%)
$1,027,213 + $381,718
$1,408,931
2015
$12,243 (−10.9%)
$831,180 + $373,333
$1,204,513
2014
$13,736
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
6 ft.
Lot depth
59 ft.
Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,270
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,270
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
243S19251200000261
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
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 23, 2025 • Final
Residential remodel - exterior permit - licensed contractors only
Remodel
Nov 7, 2024 • Final
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.
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 36-48% 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
Santa Rosa Beach, FL • 32459
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 517 Eastern Lake Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $2,100,000 and $5,900,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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