81 Western Lake Dr
Description
Located in the heart of WaterColor and designed by architect Dawn Thurber, this corner-lot residence offers multiple porches with Gulf views from its four-story watchtower. Positioned across from the WaterColor Beach Club, the home spans more than 5,000 square feet and includes seven bedrooms, a private pool, and a carriage house. Recent updates feature an additional third-floor bathroom, refreshed flooring, and upgraded lighting. Additional details include a central vacuum system and floor-to-ceiling...Located in the heart of WaterColor and designed by architect Dawn Thurber, this corner-lot residence offers multiple porches with Gulf views from its four-story watchtower. Positioned across from the WaterColor Beach Club, the home spans more than 5,000 square feet and includes seven bedrooms, a private pool, and a carriage house. Recent updates feature an additional third-floor bathroom, refreshed flooring, and upgraded lighting. Additional details include a central vacuum system and floor-to-ceiling impact glass windows. The main living and dining areas are located on the second floor, providing privacy and abundant natural light. The living room features soaring ceilings and French doors that open to generous covered outdoor spaces, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A formal dining area and additional sitting spaces offer flexibility, while the kitchen is equipped with premium appliances, ample cabinetry, and a bar seating area. Accommodations include suites on each floor and in the carriage house, along with a built-in bunk area. The private pool is positioned between the main house and carriage house, complemented by a wood-burning fireplace and outdoor kitchen. A spacious mudroom includes custom built-ins, two sets of washers and dryers, and a changing room for convenient pool and beach access. WaterColor offers a wide range of amenities, including a beach club, fitness center, town center, tennis and pickleball courts, walking and biking trails, and a boathouse with access to the lake for paddle boarding and kayaking. The community is also conveniently located just minutes from the dining and entertainment options along Scenic 30A. Inquire today to schedule a private showing and experience all that WaterColor has to offer.
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Property Details for 81 Western Lake Drive
View
Gulf
ZoningResid Single Family
Architectural StyleBeach House
Subdivision NameWATERCOLOR
LISTING UPDATED: 01/16/2026 01:31 AM
Property Details for 81 Western Lake Drive
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 982889 |
| Days on Market | 181 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | $1,840 / quarter |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Detached Single Family |
| Year Built | 2007 |
| Lot Size | 0.19 AC / 8,276 SF |
| County | Walton County |
Location
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Building Information for 81 Western Lake Drive
Stories4Year Built2007Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
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Property Information for 81 Western Lake Drive
Summary
Location and General Information
- Community Features: Pickle Ball, Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Dock, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis, Waterfront
- Directions: From Hwy 331 turn Left onto Hwy 98, heading East. Turn right onto County Rd 283 S. Turn left onto E County Hwy 30A. Turn left onto Mystic Cobalt St and then an immediate Right onto Western Lake Dr. The driveway is the first one on your right.
- MLS Area Minor: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
- MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
- Latitude: 30.322296
- Longitude: -86.143433
- Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
- Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Dune Lakes
- Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Emerald Coast
- Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
- Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: LOT 1 TOWN CENTER 30-A EAST PB 15-51 OR 2514-1699 OR 2562- 186 OR 2682-3879 OR 2912-3142
- Project Facilities: Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Dock2, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pets Allowed2, Pickle Ball, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool2, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Tennis, Waterfront
- Garage 2: true
Taxes and HOA
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Recreational Faclty, Repairs/Maintenance, Security, Cable TV, Trash
- Association Fee2: $1,840
- Tax Legal Description: LOT 1 TOWN CENTER 30-A EAST PB 15-51 OR 2514-1699 OR 2562- 186 OR 2682-3879 OR 2912-3142
- Parcel Number: 15-3S-19-25519-000-0010
- Association Fee: $0
- Association YN: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Dune Lakes
- Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
- High School: South Walton
Parking
- Carport YN: No
- Attached Garage YN: No
- Parking Features: Garage, Garage Detached
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 4.0
- Parking Features: Garage3, Garage Detached
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Source: Building Plan
- Lot Size Dimensions: 56' x 156' x 51' x 157'
- Lot Size Acres: 0.19
- Lot Size Area: 0.19
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
- Other Structures: Guest Quarters
- Lot Features: Covenants, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Building Area Total: 5130.0
- Lot Size Square Feet: 8276.4
- General Property Info:SqFt Source: Building Plan
- Waterview: Gulf2
- LotParcel Access: Paved Road
- Lot Features: Covenants, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Floor Plans Count: 0.0
- Property Type: Residential
- Year Built: 2007.0
- 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: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Siding Wood
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
- Electric: True
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone2, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
- Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Separate Living Area, Shower, Summer Kitchen
- Construction Materials: Frame, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Siding Wood
- Foundation Details: Foundation On Piling
- Stories: 4.0
- Pool Features: Pool - Heated, Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck Covered, Deck Open, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Porch, Porch Open, Porch Screened
- Fencing: Fenced Lot-Part
- General Property Info:Pool: Yes
- General Property Info:Pool Type: Private
- Exterior: Balcony, BBQ PitGrill, Deck Covered, Deck Open, Fenced Lot-Part, Fireplace2, Guest Quarters, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Pool - Heated, Pool - In-Ground, Porch, Porch Open, Porch Screened, Renovated, Separate Living Area, Shower, Summer Kitchen
Interior Features
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Fireplace, Fireplace 2+, Guest Quarters, Hallway Bunk Beds, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Shelving, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Wet Bar, Woodwork Painted
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas, Fireplace
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
- Window Features: Window Treatment All
- Room Type: Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Garage, Other
- Rooms Total: 9.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 7.0
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.5
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 6.1
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Fireplace YN: Yes
- Bedrooms Total: 7.0
- Bathrooms Full: 6.0
- Bathrooms Half: 1.0
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Fireplace, Fireplace 2, Fireplace Gas, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - All, Guest Quarters2, Hallway Bunk Beds, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Shelving, WasherDryer Hookup, Wet Bar, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
- Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Refrigerator WIceMk, Security System, StoveOven Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Dimensions: 25 x 16
Room 2
- Room Type: Dining Area
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 12.6
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 12.6
Room 3
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room 4
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 16.0
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 16
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 11.6
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 11.6
Room 6
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Width: 11.8
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 11.8
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 16.0
- Room Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room 8
- Room Type: Garage
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 31.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Dimensions: 31 x 20
Room 9
- Room Type: Other
- Room Level: Fourth
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Description: Watchtower
- Room Dimensions: 20 x 20
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
- Furnished: Furnished - All
Rental
Rent Information
- General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false
Property History for 81 Western Lake Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2025 | Listed (Active) ECAR #982889 | $6,120,000 | — |
| Dec 16, 2024 | Withdrawn ECAR #955937 | $6,499,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Withdrawn ECAR #945518 | $6,600,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2024 | Listed (Active) ECAR #955937 | $6,499,000 | — |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Listed (Active) ECAR #945518 | $6,600,000 | — |
| Feb 29, 2024 | Expired ECAR #933494 | $6,950,000 | — |
| Sep 29, 2023 | Listed (Active) ECAR #933494 | $7,750,000 | — |
| Feb 15, 2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #348873887 | $2,589,999 | — |
| Feb 15, 2013 | Sold ECAR #551017 | $2,589,999 | — |
| Jan 15, 2013 | Pending ECAR #551017 | — | |
| Jan 21, 2011 | Listed (Active) ECAR #551017 | $3,100,000 | — |
| Sep 2, 2010 | Expired ECAR #530792 | — | |
| Jan 21, 2010 | Listed (Active) ECAR #530792 | $3,395,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2025 | Listed (Active) ECAR #982889 | $6,120,000 |
| 12/16/2024 | Withdrawn ECAR #955937 | $6,499,000 |
| 08/01/2024 | Withdrawn ECAR #945518 | $6,600,000 |
| 08/01/2024 | Listed (Active) ECAR #955937 | $6,499,000 |
| 04/09/2024 | Listed (Active) ECAR #945518 | $6,600,000 |
| 02/29/2024 | Expired ECAR #933494 | $6,950,000 |
| 09/29/2023 | Listed (Active) ECAR #933494 | $7,750,000 |
| 02/15/2013 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #348873887 | $2,589,999 |
| 02/15/2013 | Sold ECAR #551017 | $2,589,999 |
| 01/15/2013 | Pending ECAR #551017 | — |
| 01/21/2011 | Listed (Active) ECAR #551017 | $3,100,000 |
| 09/02/2010 | Expired ECAR #530792 | — |
| 01/21/2010 | Listed (Active) ECAR #530792 | $3,395,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 81 Western Lake Drive
Taxable ValueLand$1,540,129Additions$2,945,300Total$4,485,429
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,831 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,831 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,276 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2007CountyWALTONAPN15-3S-19-25519-000-0010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 81 Western Lake 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 |
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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