$859,900

STUNNING ISLAND COLLECTION HOME WITH CUSTOM SALTWATER POOL, PRIVATE WOODED BACKDROP & 3-CAR GARAGE! Welcome to resort-style living in the highly sought-after Latitude Margaritaville Watersound! Located in desirable Phase 5, this beautifully upgraded St. Bart floor plan offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a private den with French doors, and a spacious 3-car garage. This exceptional home combines luxury, comfort, and privacy with an incredible outdoor oasis designed for year-round enjoyment! Step inside and discover an impressive open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, designer finishes, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. The GORGEOUS GOURMET KITCHEN is a showstopper, featuring upgraded Colada cabinetry, beautiful quartz countertops, designer tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, convenient pull-out shelving, under-cabinet lighting, a built-in wall oven, solid-surface electric cooktop, and designated space for a built-in wine cooler. The oversized center island with elegant pendant lighting provides the perfect gathering place, while the spacious breakfast cove offers a wonderful setting for casual dining. The expansive great room features a soaring cathedral ceiling and flows seamlessly into the formal dining area, creating the perfect layout for entertaining family and friends. A wall of sliding glass doors opens to an EXTRAORDINARY PRIVATE OUTDOOR RETREAT! Enjoy your very own tropical paradise featuring a CUSTOM HEATED SALTWATER POOL complete with a tanning deck, beautiful waterfall feature, and elegant paver surround. The extended covered patio and oversized screened lanai provide abundant space for outdoor dining, lounging, and entertaining. Best of all, this spectacular outdoor living area overlooks a COMPLETELY PRIVATE WOODED BACKDROP, offering a peaceful, secluded setting to relax and enjoy the Florida lifestyle! A convenient gas drop on the lanai adds even more possibilities for outdoor enjoyment. The spacious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with an upgraded ensuite bath featuring tile flooring and a beautifully upgraded shower. Two additional guest bedrooms and two full guest bathrooms provide comfortable accommodations for visiting family and friends. The separate den with French doors is ideal for a private home office, hobby room, or additional guest space. UPGRADES GALORE! Additional features include hurricane-impact windows, plantation shutters throughout, beautiful tile flooring in the main living areas with carpeting in the bedrooms, 8-foot interior doors, a coated 3-car garage floor, water softener loop, pull-down attic stairs, garage utility sink, and upgraded garage door openers featuring built-in cameras and convenient remote app access. Enjoy added peace of mind with the remainder of the original 10-year structural warranty! HOA dues include landscaping maintenance, allowing more time to enjoy the incredible lifestyle this community offers. LATITUDE MARGARITAVILLE WATERSOUND IS MORE THAN A COMMUNITY--IT'S A LIFESTYLE! This premier 55+ active adult community offers an extraordinary collection of resort-style amenities, including a spectacular lagoon-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, dining, pickleball and tennis courts, walking and biking trails, golf cart paths, gathering spaces, and an exciting calendar of social activities, clubs, entertainment, and live music. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, meet new friends, and embrace the laid-back coastal lifestyle inspired by Jimmy Buffett! Conveniently located approximately 7 miles from the beautiful white-sand beaches of the Gulf Coast, residents enjoy easy access to Panama City Beach, Scenic Highway 30A, shopping, restaurants, and endless coastal adventures. Even more exciting, a new commercial development planned near the community, including Publix-anchored shopping and dining opportunities, will add everyday convenience. A new hospital and expanding medical facilities are also under development nearby.