244 W Bermuda Dr

3,876 Sq. Ft.
$1,932 / Sq. Ft.
3,876
Sq. Ft.
$1,932
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on one of the most coveted parcels along 30A, this iconic residence in the private community of The Retreat delivers a truly rare opportunity. Perched high above the dunes, it commands breathtaking vistas of Draper Lake's outfall and the shimmering Gulf of America. Offering an extraordinary blend of elevated privacy and generous lot size, this Tom Christ-designed concrete block masterpiece sits gracefully within a 90-acre enclave boasting 3,000 feet of private beach. Inside, reclaimed heart pine...Set on one of the most coveted parcels along 30A, this iconic residence in the private community of The Retreat delivers a truly rare opportunity. Perched high above the dunes, it commands breathtaking vistas of Draper Lake's outfall and the shimmering Gulf of America. Offering an extraordinary blend of elevated privacy and generous lot size, this Tom Christ-designed concrete block masterpiece sits gracefully within a 90-acre enclave boasting 3,000 feet of private beach. Inside, reclaimed heart pine floors infuse warmth throughout the reverse floor plan, while pro-line appliances, a two-car garage, and timeless finishes elevate everyday living. This is not just a coastal residence, it's a rare chance to own one of The Retreat's most extraordinary homes!
  1. Listed by Blake Morar Group • Brokerage DRE #1007656 • Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (850)-259-5944 C: (850)-259-5944 morargroup@scenicsir.com

Property Details for 244 West Bermuda Drive

Waterfront Features
Coastal Dune Lakes, Gulf
View
Gulf, Lake
Zoning
Deed Restrictions, Resid Single Family
Architectural Style
Beach House
Subdivision Name
RETREAT THE
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 03/03/2026 02:44 PM

Property Details for 244 West Bermuda Drive

StatusActive
MLS #986827
Days on Market182
Taxes-
HOA Fees$6,500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built2003
Lot Size-
CountyWalton County

Location

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Building Information for 244 West Bermuda Drive

Stories2Year Built2003Building Size-Lot Size-

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$38,258 per month

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Principal and Interest

$37,716

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 244 West Bermuda Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Beach, Deed Access, Gated Community, Pets Allowed, Pool, Waterfront
  • Directions: From Co Hwy 83, head South toward 30A. Turn turn right (West) onto 30A. Go approx 1 mile then turn left onto Retreat Drive. At the intersection of Retreat Drive and Bermuda Drive turn right. Follow the road around the curve and home will be at the end of the cul-de-sac
  • MLS Area Minor: 1705 - SRB South of 30A
  • MLS Area Major: 17 - 30A West
  • Latitude: 30.343351
  • Longitude: -86.215308
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1705 - SRB South of 30A
  • Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Emerald Coast
  • Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
  • Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: LOT 39 THE RETREAT S/D PB 14-4 OR 2053-202 OR 3219-4254
  • Project Facilities: Beach, Deed Access, Gated Community, Pets Allowed2, Pool2, Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Waterfront
  • Garage: true
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Master Association
  • Association Fee2: $6,500
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 39 THE RETREAT S/D PB 14-4 OR 2053-202 OR 3219-4254
  • Parcel Number: 12-3S-20-34700-000-0390
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Attached
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: County PA Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 244.50 x 160 x 195 x 30
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features: Coastal Setback, Covenants, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Building Area Total: 3876.0
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: County PA Records
  • Waterfront: Coastal Dune Lakes, Gulf
  • Waterfront Feet 2: 160
  • Waterview: Coastal Dune Lakes2, Gulf2
  • Lot Features: Coastal Setback, Covenants, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2003.0
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
  • General Property Info:Design: Beach House
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: false
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Concrete, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Slab, Stucco
  • Occupancy Status: Vacant
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Public Water
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Energy: AC - 2 or More, Ceiling Fans, Water Heater - Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck Covered
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: Deck Covered
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Vaulted, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bedroom, Office
  • Rooms Total: 9.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 4.1
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 5.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Vaulted, Fireplace, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Split Bedroom, WasherDryer Hookup, Window Treatment All
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, StoveOven Dual Fuel
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 17
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 8
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 8
Room 4
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
Room 5
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 9
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 8
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 15
Room 9
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
Rental
Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 244 West Bermuda Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 3, 2026

Price Change

ECAR #986827

$7,490,000—
Oct 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

ECAR #986827

$7,950,000—
Feb 21, 2020

Withdrawn

ECAR #839910

$4,950,000—
Feb 7, 2020

Listed (Active)

ECAR #839910

$4,950,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/03/2026

Price Change

ECAR #986827

$7,490,000
10/03/2025

Listed (Active)

ECAR #986827

$7,950,000
02/21/2020

Withdrawn

ECAR #839910

$4,950,000
02/07/2020

Listed (Active)

ECAR #839910

$4,950,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 244 West Bermuda Drive

Taxable ValueLand$3,300,000Additions$3,138,883Total$6,438,883
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,876 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,876 SqFtStories2Lot Size19,420 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003ZoningLKDUNECountyWALTONAPN12-3S-20-34700-000-0390Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 244 West Bermuda Drive

This home is within Walton.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Dune Lakes Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerald Coast Middle School
Public6 to 8

South Walton High School
Public9 to 12

WALTON VIRTUAL SCHOOL WCSD-7023
PublicK to 12

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244 West Bermuda Drive is a single family home for sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. This property was listed for sale on October 3, 2025 by Scenic Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $7,490,000. This listing's school district is Walton. Nearby schools include Dune Lakes Elementary School, Emerald Coast Middle School and South Walton High School. 244 West Bermuda Drive is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 3,876 sqft single family home built in 2003.

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