Truly this is a one of a kind property with privacy and tranquility located inside Regatta Bay in the heart of Destin. This custom built traditional designed home, is built on the largest lot in Regatta Bay. The home situated on 1.5 acres and surrounded by the 63 acres of nature preserve on three sides, it feels as though you are in the country, but you are so close to everything! From the moment you enter the drive, you know you are in your own little piece of heaven. The large front veranda runs the entire length of this stunning brick home. Double mahogany beveled glass doors lead into the foyer, measuring 44' x 10', with the first of three gorgeous hand cut and polished Shoenbek crystal chandeliers is hanging in the foyer. Constructed with the finest materials, workmanship and an eye for detail. The floors throughout the home are granite, marble or slate imported from around the world. The home has no carpet which is great for anyone with allergies. This home was meant for entertaining, with a formal living room and dining room that seats 8 comfortably. The formal living and dining rooms each have another one of the hand cut and polished Shoenbek crystal chandeliers. On the east end of the home, there is a huge open family room with casual dining area and kitchen. The kitchen is a chef's dream with professional grade stainless appliances, abundant storage, cherry cabinets, granite counters, a breakfast bar that seats four and a second island with vegetable sink. The ceilings are vaulted to 18 feet, giving this room a much larger and open feel. The family room has a fireplace that is surrounded by granite and has gas logs. The fireplace has a custom made insert and remote starter. The master suite is the whole west end of this home with a sitting area. The master bath offers: an over sized jetted tub, double vanities, walk in shower, water closet and two large walk-in closets. The second bedroom on the first level, which is currently being used as an office, has a walk in closet and on suite bath with walk in shower. All rooms on the first level open onto the screened veranda which runs the entire length of the home. The screened in veranda has stained cypress ceiling, ceiling fans and overlooks the nature preserve. To finish out the first level there is half bath and laundry room. On the second level there is an additional bedroom with walk in closet, sitting area, additional storage and private bath with walk in shower. The home has many custom features: custom plantation shutters, deep crown molding throughout, recessed lighting all on rheostats, custom built-in book cases, cherry cabinetry, as well as granite or marble vanity tops, ceiling fans, security system, wine refrigerator and whole house stereo system with centralized controls in each room. Professionally landscaped with a park like feel and with low maintenance plants, beautiful flowering azaleas over 100 have been planted, over 100 trees have been planted, several sitting areas, a side patio with garden and fountain plus a grape arbor! The home offers a 3 car garage with additional storage, too. There's plenty of room for a pool, an additional wing, a second garage or tennis court. A very peaceful, quiet and tranquil retreat awaits you, come see for yourself. Imagine having all of this inside a gated golf community, where homeowners enjoy the finest of amenities: golf, clubhouse with pro shop, Rutherford's 465 restaurant, pool, tennis, playground, security and miles of walking and jogging paths. Hop in your golf cart and be at Destin Commons in just minutes or to the beach! Buyer should verify all measurements and data.