$799,000 - 1688 College Pkwy, Gulf Breeze

Custom-built 3-bed, 2-bath waterfront home offers 75 feet of frontage on the Polynesian Islands canal and showcases premium fixtures and upscale finishes throughout. The open-concept living area welcomes you with tray ceilings, wainscoting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a remote-controlled gas fireplace accented by a glass-tile surround. The chef’s kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a 5-burner gas range, pot filler, commercial-style faucet, double-basin apron-front stainless steel sink, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen, a spacious pantry and laundry room, featuring an oversized utility sink with pull-out faucet, a built-in drying bar, ample shelving, and storage cabinets. A once screened in porch is now enclosed with dual-pane windows and added Nortex heating and cooling unit, creating an additional 165 square feet of climate-controlled living space with peaceful water views. The primary suite offers direct access to the Florida room, beautiful canal views, and a generous walk-in closet. The spa-inspired ensuite bath features a jetted garden tub, an oversized, beautifully tiled walk-in shower, and dual granite-topped vanities. The backyard includes a fully equipped outdoor kitchen featuring high-end stainless-steel appliances, thermal gas grill, stainless cabinetry, and a built-in keg system—perfect for hosting and gathering. It is also fully fenced with vinyl privacy fencing and includes a newly constructed concrete-and-brick walkway leading to the dock—perfect for fishing, sunset watching, or observing local wildlife. The metal-roofed boathouse protects your vessel, and the boat lift accommodates boats up to 16,000 pounds. Additional highlights include a whole-house Generac 22-kW natural-gas generator, metal roof, Hardie Plank siding, hurricane-rated garage doors, and fabric-shield hurricane protection, providing peace of mind during storm season. The home also carries a termite bond with a Sentricon system.