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Beach house for sale in Florida looks normal but packs a surprise. See for yourself

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A seaside home with your normal, run-of-the-mill exterior (where it looks like there’s a minuscule number of tiny windows) and dramatic — and sunny — interior has landed on the real estate market in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.

Exterior of the home
Exterior of the home Screen grab from Realtor

But beauty is expensive — the house is listed for $18.95 million.

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“Nestled along the coveted 30A coastline, this exceptional property, exquisitely designed by renowned architect Matt Savois, offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, sophistication, and coastal living,” the listing on Compass says.

Family room
Family room Screen grab from Realtor

“Boasting an expansive 6, 994 square feet of living space, this 8-bedroom, 9-bathroom masterpiece stands as a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and enduring elegance.”

Dining area
Dining area Screen grab from Realtor

The glamour of the interior is captured perfectly against the turquoise backdrop of the Gulf that can be seen from its floor-to-ceiling windows, which complements the harmonizing floor plan.

Bedroom
Bedroom Screen grab from Realtor

But the real kicker? It’s all-concrete.

Bathroom
Bathroom Screen grab from Realtor

“To move this home, you’d have to dynamite it away,” listing agent Jonathan Spears said to Realtor.

Bedroom
Bedroom Screen grab from Realtor

So any unexpected weather is a breeze — probably literally.

Other features of the estate include:

  • Swimming pool and spa

  • Carriage house

  • Outdoor porch

  • Private parking court

  • Garage

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View Screen grab from Realtor

“Offered fully furnished, this estate presents a rare opportunity to acquire a prestigious residence that seamlessly blends elegance, comfort, and coastal charm,” the listing says.

Front door
Front door Screen grab from Realtor

The home is held by Spears and Luke Andrews.

Kitchen
Kitchen Screen grab from Realtor
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This story was originally published January 10, 2024 at 1:06 PM with the headline "Beach house for sale in Florida looks normal but packs a surprise. See for yourself."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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