5 Florida Luxury Homes and Waterfront Opportunities from Palm City to Orlando

Within the premier gated community of Canopy Creek in Palm City, this former builder’s model pairs thoughtful upgrades with a private, preserve-facing setting on over half an acre. Inside, fresh paint, new lighting, engineered wood floors, reverse tray ceilings, and custom closets bring a crisp finish throughout. The layout includes 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, plus a flexible Four Seasons room designed to work as a 4th bedroom, game room, or guest space. In the kitchen, a seating island with leather quartzite counters anchors ample cabinetry and a double oven for everyday ease. Outdoors, heavy landscaping creates true seclusion around a concrete-enclosed screened pool, complemented by a natural gas grill and built-in summer kitchen. Impact glass, a flat tile roof, CBS construction, and a 3-car garage round out the home’s solid feel, with nature trails, a clubhouse, fitness center, pool and spa, courts, and a playground close by.

Just three blocks from the Gulf in Panama City Beach’s desirable Laguna Beach area near 30A, this fully reimagined dual-residence coastal compound pairs designer-level finishes with thoughtful versatility. The 2,000+ square foot main home centers on an open-concept living area with a gas fireplace and a showpiece kitchen featuring a dual fuel chef’s gas stove with convection oven and an oversized breakfast bar, flowing into a dining area with custom built-in seating. A first-floor primary suite includes a spa-inspired bath, alongside a laundry room and powder bath; upstairs, a second primary suite offers a soaking tub and generous tiled shower, plus additional guest space and a custom bunk room. Outside, enjoy an inground salt-water pool, gas firepit with Adirondack seating, expansive deck, and a TV-ready entertainment area. A detached studio-style guest cottage with its own driveway and entrance completes the compound for flexible living and rental possibilities.

Along the water’s edge on Destin’s beautiful Bay, this rare vacant parcel offers a front-row seat to the rhythms of waterfront living. Mature oaks, pine, and magnolia trees frame the setting and create a natural privacy buffer—an inviting backdrop for a custom-built home. With the option to design a boat dock, days can begin with sunrise over the Bay and end with sunset light across the water. The location pairs serenity with exceptional access: boating proximity puts Crab Island, the Harbor district, and the Gulf of Mexico within easy reach. Between kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and dolphin watching, the shoreline becomes part of daily life rather than an occasional escape. Building plan options are available in the photos, hinting at what this site can become.

Size: 1.00 acre

Set within Deer Moss Creek in Niceville, 153 Caraway Drive is the community’s only three-story home, designed for multi-generational living with a private in-law residence and separate entrance. Built in 2024, the layout balances connection and privacy across three levels. Inside, 12-foot ceilings and engineered hardwood floors lead to an open main living area anchored by a gas fireplace. The chef’s kitchen is thoughtfully finished with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, tile backsplash, a large gathering island, an integrated Thermador refrigerator, and a Z-Line gas cooktop. Premium additions include a whole-house Sonos music system, a dedicated theater room sound system with theater seating, three independent HVAC systems, and a commercial Generac whole-house generator. Residents also enjoy a neighborhood pool, clubhouse, and more than five miles of paved nature trails, with community events throughout the year.

Along the water’s edge on South Bay Drive, this entertainment-minded residence is designed around a fully screened pool and patio setting, with string lighting, an impressive 40-foot pool framed by brick, and expansive covered areas—55′ x 12′ and 20′ x 13’—plus a wet bar zone for easy hosting. A pool room/game room adds flexible play space, complete with a pool bath, while new vinyl fencing brings extra privacy outdoors. Inside, the newly remodeled primary bath leans spa-like with a luxurious tub, glass-enclosed shower, two vanities, and wood cabinetry with neutral tops. The primary suite pairs a wood ceiling, new carpet, and a wood-burning fireplace with an attached sitting area or home office. A split plan, formal living and dining, a casual family room with another fireplace, and a granite-and-stainless kitchen with an island round out daily life. Community life includes tennis courts, trails, a playground, gazebo, and a fishing dock on Lake Tibet on the Butler Chain.