565 E Royal Fern Way
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Description
In WaterColor, the most compelling homes rarely announce themselves. They reveal their intention gradually, through proportion, material, and the quiet confidence of thoughtful design. At 565 East Royal Fern, that restraint is immediately evident. Built by Borges Brooks Builders and designed by TS Adams, the residence reads less like a vacation home and more like a carefully composed coastal compound, where architecture, craftsmanship, and livability were considered in equal measure.
The interiors...In WaterColor, the most compelling homes rarely announce themselves. They reveal their intention gradually, through proportion, material, and the quiet confidence of thoughtful design. At 565 East Royal Fern, that restraint is immediately evident. Built by Borges Brooks Builders and designed by TS Adams, the residence reads less like a vacation home and more like a carefully composed coastal compound, where architecture, craftsmanship, and livability were considered in equal measure.
The interiors are grounded in warmth and texture. Oak floors by Seashore Flooring run throughout, softening the scale of the home while complementing a restrained palette of whites and natural woods. Light moves easily across the living spaces, filtered through expansive openings and framed by subtle architectural details. Several furnishings were custom designed by the homeowner and executed by Amish craftsmen, introducing a quiet layer of authenticity that reinforces the home's tailored, intentional feel.
The kitchen is both sculptural and functional, centered around a waterfall island that anchors the space. Dome pendants add a clean architectural focal point, while a 60-inch Wolf range and Liebherr refrigerator elevate the appliance package without disrupting the home's understated tone. In the carriage house, quartz countertops and coordinated finishes continue the same level of detail, ensuring the secondary living spaces feel fully integrated with the main residence.
With eight bedrooms, including the private carriage house, the property lives as a true compound. The primary suite is positioned as a retreat, complete with a spa-style bathroom featuring a soaking tub, electric fireplace, dual closets, and direct access to a private patio. Guest accommodations are thoughtfully distributed, allowing for both privacy and flexibility when hosting extended family and visitors.
Construction details further distinguish the home. The slab is elevated and foam insulated, a deliberate structural decision that enhances stability and helps prevent floor movement over time. Real stone in the downstairs guest bathroom reinforces the emphasis on authentic materials, while EPAY decking across the outdoor living areas was selected for long-term durability in the coastal environment.
Outdoor spaces extend the architecture rather than compete with it. A resort-style pool and covered pavilion create layered gathering areas, allowing the home to transition naturally between quiet mornings and larger-scale entertaining.
At 565 East Royal Fern, the result is not simply scale, but composition. A WaterColor residence defined by intention, craftsmanship, and a quieter, more enduring interpretation of coastal luxury.
The interiors...In WaterColor, the most compelling homes rarely announce themselves. They reveal their intention gradually, through proportion, material, and the quiet confidence of thoughtful design. At 565 East Royal Fern, that restraint is immediately evident. Built by Borges Brooks Builders and designed by TS Adams, the residence reads less like a vacation home and more like a carefully composed coastal compound, where architecture, craftsmanship, and livability were considered in equal measure.
The interiors are grounded in warmth and texture. Oak floors by Seashore Flooring run throughout, softening the scale of the home while complementing a restrained palette of whites and natural woods. Light moves easily across the living spaces, filtered through expansive openings and framed by subtle architectural details. Several furnishings were custom designed by the homeowner and executed by Amish craftsmen, introducing a quiet layer of authenticity that reinforces the home's tailored, intentional feel.
The kitchen is both sculptural and functional, centered around a waterfall island that anchors the space. Dome pendants add a clean architectural focal point, while a 60-inch Wolf range and Liebherr refrigerator elevate the appliance package without disrupting the home's understated tone. In the carriage house, quartz countertops and coordinated finishes continue the same level of detail, ensuring the secondary living spaces feel fully integrated with the main residence.
With eight bedrooms, including the private carriage house, the property lives as a true compound. The primary suite is positioned as a retreat, complete with a spa-style bathroom featuring a soaking tub, electric fireplace, dual closets, and direct access to a private patio. Guest accommodations are thoughtfully distributed, allowing for both privacy and flexibility when hosting extended family and visitors.
Construction details further distinguish the home. The slab is elevated and foam insulated, a deliberate structural decision that enhances stability and helps prevent floor movement over time. Real stone in the downstairs guest bathroom reinforces the emphasis on authentic materials, while EPAY decking across the outdoor living areas was selected for long-term durability in the coastal environment.
Outdoor spaces extend the architecture rather than compete with it. A resort-style pool and covered pavilion create layered gathering areas, allowing the home to transition naturally between quiet mornings and larger-scale entertaining.
At 565 East Royal Fern, the result is not simply scale, but composition. A WaterColor residence defined by intention, craftsmanship, and a quieter, more enduring interpretation of coastal luxury.
Listing Agent
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Property Details for 565 East Royal Fern Way
Zoning
Deed Restrictions, Resid Single Family
Architectural StyleContemporary
Subdivision NameWATERCOLOR
LISTING UPDATED: 04/07/2026 01:54 PM
Property Details for 565 East Royal Fern Way
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 999794 |
| Days on Market | 21 |
| Taxes | $4,299 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Detached Single Family |
| Year Built | 2023 |
| Lot Size | 0.27 AC / 11,761 SF |
| County | Walton County |
Location
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Building Information for 565 East Royal Fern Way
Stories3Year Built2023Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,761 SF
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$40,637 per month
30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest
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$40,279
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1Property Information for 565 East Royal Fern Way
Summary
Location and General Information
- Community Features: Short Term Rental - Allowed, Beach, Exercise Room, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable
- Directions: From E County Hwy 30A, turn north onto S County Hwy 395. Continue north and turn right onto W Lake Forest Drive into WaterColor Phase IV. Follow W Lake Forest Drive, then turn left onto East Royal Fern Way. 565 East Royal Fern Way will be on the left.
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- MLS Area Minor: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
- MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
- Latitude: 30.327538
- Longitude: -86.120683
- Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
- 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 22 Cedar Woods At Watercolor Pb 16 Pg 58 Or 2679-3552 Or 2791-1644 Or 2802-2143 Or 3051-4260
- Project Facilities: Beach, Exercise Room, Pets Allowed2, Playground, Pool2, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Tennis, TV Cable3
- Garage: true
Taxes and HOA
- Tax Legal Description: Lot 22 Cedar Woods At Watercolor Pb 16 Pg 58 Or 2679-3552 Or 2791-1644 Or 2802-2143 Or 3051-4260
- Parcel Number: 14-3S-19-25403-000-0220
- Association Fee: $0
- Tax Annual Amount: $4,299
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $4,299
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2023.0
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
- Parking Features: Garage, Covered
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 8.0
- Parking Features: Covered, Garage3, Garage Attached
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Source: County PA Records
- Lot Size Dimensions: 165 x 88
- Lot Size Acres: 0.27
- Lot Size Area: 0.27
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Property Condition: Construction Complete
- Lot Features: Covenants, Curb & Gutter, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Sidewalk, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Building Area Total: 6550.0
- Lot Size Square Feet: 11761.2
- General Property Info:SqFt Source: County PA Records
- LotParcel Access: City Road, Paved Road
- Lot Features: Covenants, Curb Gutter, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Sidewalk, Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Tax Year: 2023.0
- Floor Plans Count: 0.0
- Property Type: Residential
- Year Built: 2023.0
- Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
- New Construction YN: No
- General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
- General Property Info:Design: Contemporary
- Construction Status: Construction Complete
- Construction Siding: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
- Occupancy Status: Vacant
Green Features
- Green Energy Efficient: Doors
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
- Electric: True
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
- Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Insulated Doors, Ridge Vent, Water Heater - Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Balcony, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Sprinkler System
- Construction Materials: Frame, Roof Pitched, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
- Foundation Details: Foundation On Piling
- Stories: 3.0
- Pool Features: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch Screened
- General Property Info:Pool: Yes
- General Property Info:Pool Type: Private
- Exterior: Balcony, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Pool - In-Ground, Porch Screened, Rain Gutter, Sprinkler System
Interior Features
- Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Room Type: Full Bathroom, Half Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bunk Room, Bedroom, Living Room
- Rooms Total: 12.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 10.0
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 8.5
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 7.3
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Bedrooms Total: 10.0
- Bathrooms Full: 7.0
- Bathrooms Half: 3.0
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling TrayCofferd, Elevator, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Wet Bar
- Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Cooktop, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Double, Refrigerator WIceMk, Smoke Detector, Wine Refrigerator
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Full Bathroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 9.0
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 9
Room 2
- Room Type: Half Bathroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 6.0
- Room Width: 5.0
- Room Dimensions: 6 x 5
Room 3
- Room Type: Half Bathroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 6.0
- Room Width: 5.0
- Room Dimensions: 6 x 5
Room 4
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 18.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Dimensions: 18 x 16
Room 5
- Room Type: Master Bathroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room 6
- Room Type: Full Bathroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room 7
- Room Type: Full Bathroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room 8
- Room Type: Full Bathroom
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 9.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Dimensions: 9 x 8
Room 9
- Room Type: Full Bathroom
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 8.0
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room 10
- Room Type: Bunk Room
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Dimensions: 20 x 14
Room 11
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room 12
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 11
Rental
Rent Information
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false
Property History for 565 East Royal Fern Way
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2026 | Listed (Active) ECAR #999794 | $7,999,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #604727832 | $480,000 | -1.4% / yr |
| Jun 24, 2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #161323508 | $571,500 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2026 | Listed (Active) ECAR #999794 | $7,999,000 |
| 07/21/2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #604727832 | $480,000 -1.4% / yr |
| 06/24/2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #161323508 | $571,500 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 565 East Royal Fern Way
Taxable ValueLand$473,000Additions$4,414,873Total$4,887,873
Home Facts
Beds10Total Finished SqFt6,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,550 SqFtStories3Lot Size12,043 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2023CountyWALTONAPN14-3S-19-25403-000-0220Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 565 East Royal Fern Way
This home is within Walton.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | 5 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 | ||
Seaside Neighborhood School Charter5 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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