Metes & Bounds Homes with Dock Exterior Features

Metes & Bounds Homes with Dock Exterior Features

Welcome to Metes & Bounds, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Florida's picturesque landscape. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of tranquility and adventure, making it the perfect place to call home. With its lush greenery, serene waterways, and close-knit community vibe, Metes & Bounds is an ideal sanctuary for those seeking both relaxation and recreation.

One of the standout features of homes in this delightful neighborhood is the availability of properties with dock exterior features. Imagine stepping out of your backyard and onto your private dock, ready to embark on a day of fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the stunning Florida sunsets. These homes provide direct access to the water, allowing you to fully embrace the coastal lifestyle that Florida is famous for. Whether you’re an avid fisherman, a boating enthusiast, or simply enjoy waterfront views, living in Metes & Bounds means endless opportunities for outdoor fun and relaxation.

The homes themselves are designed with comfort and style in mind, boasting modern amenities while maintaining the charm of traditional Florida architecture. Spacious layouts, vibrant gardens, and inviting outdoor spaces create a warm atmosphere that is perfect for entertaining family and friends.

In Metes & Bounds, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle. With nearby parks, shopping, and dining options, you’ll find everything you need just a stone’s throw away. Come discover the enchanting community of Metes & Bounds, where your dream waterfront home awaits!

Newest Metes & Bounds Homes with Dock Exterior Features

$1,300,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1009488 MLS ⋅ 2,090 SqFt.
First time offered on the market on Swift Creek Bayou. Deepwater access with boat house, lift and additional boat slip. Boasting a 120' along the bayou. The home is need of renovation - the best thing about it is the expansive basement with over 2000 sq ft for your own creativity. New Roof July 2026, New Water heater 2025. Oversized garage makes for a great workshop area.

212 White St, Niceville
$1,000,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1007236 MLS ⋅ 2,269 SqFt.
There are two kinds of waterfront: the kind you look at, and the kind you live on. This is emphatically the second. Roughly 130 feet of the property's southern edge is Choctawhatchee Bay; open, deep water, facing south, which means sun on the water from morning to evening and both the sunrise and the sunset playing out across the bay rather than behind a neighbor's roofline. A 120-foot dock runs out to a boat lift over water deep enough to actually use it. No standing around waiting on the tide before you can go fishing. There's a fish-cleaning station and, this is not a typo, a shower, so you can catch dinner, clean it, and rinse off the evidence without ever setting foot on dry land. A vinyl seawall and rip rap hold the shoreline in place, the deeply unromantic infrastructure that keeps waterfront homes from quietly becoming underwater ones. The home itself is a solid all-brick ranch, aged gracefully and updated where it counts, with vaulted ceilings, a brick fireplace, and a family room pointed directly at the water with massive windows on 3 sides for a most epic view. For everything that refuses to live indoors (boats, kayaks, and the water toys that multiply once you live somewhere like this) there's a carport, a detached 2-car garage, and a separate storage building/workshop. A few things that matter more than they sound: no HOA, so no one will ever mail you a letter about your mailbox. Short-term rentals are permitted, making this a genuine income-producing property and not just a lovely place to stand. The seller is open to owner financing, which should catch your attention and is worth slowing down for. Instead of accepting whatever rate the bank is feeling that week, the terms here can be worked out directly: price, interest rate, down payment, and timeline all negotiable, subject to the seller's approval. For the right buyer, that can mean a faster close, fewer hoops, and a monthly number that actually pencils out. Some homes sell a lifestyle you'll never quite get around to. This is a place measured in fish caught, miles cruised, and sunsets that ask nothing of you but to sit still and watch. Peace and quiet come standard. The only real risk is forgetting what day it is.

4658 W County Highway 83a, Freeport
$1,490,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1006480 MLS ⋅ 3,107 SqFt.
CAREFREE waterfront living on a protected deep-water lot with 166' on Rocky Bayou!! This charming home is located on a private .68-acre lot on Rocky Bayou with panoramic views across the bayou from the Rocky Bayou bridge out towards Choctawhatchee Bay. Along with a HUGE yard, this home also comes with a double seawall as well as a dock with both a boathouse and a sailboat slip. The home was renovated in 2015 with the addition of a large kitchen, family room, dining room, office and master suite downstairs that offer captivating water views that take your breath away!! The kitchen is a chefs dream with an abundance of custom cabinets, beautiful granite counter tops, stainless appliances, a walk-in pantry and a large island breakfast bar. The kitchen is open to the family room accented with gorgeous wood ceiling beams that complement the hardwood floors and beautiful granite fireplace. The dining room is open to both the family room and kitchen and can accommodate oversized furniture. Just down the hall, you will find an office with double pocket doors for privacy. Adjacent to that is the master suite offering amazing bayou views and pampering you with a luxurious bath featuring 2 vanities, a jetted tub, a walk-in shower and a walk-in closet. Both the master bedroom and family room have doors to the screened porch where you will spend countless hours enjoying the gorgeous sunrise in the morning, the gentle bayou breeze in the afternoon and the spectacular moonrise at night! Upstairs you will find another large master suite overlooking the bayou with two walk in closets and a private bath. There is also a convenient loft area as well as two additional bedrooms and another full bath. One of the upstairs bedrooms was expanded and offers a large sitting area as well as a walk-in closet. Enjoy life on the bayou by enjoying the views from the back deck, sitting around the firepit, having a bar-b-q on the paver patio or sipping a cup of coffee on the screened porch while watching the sun rise. The dock offers a kayak platform as well as a covered boathouse and a boat slip for a sailboat. The property is protected by a seawall with rip-rap and a retaining wall as well. This is the "trifecta" of waterfront properties...1. Protected DEEP water, 2. AMAZING views and 3. NO FLOOD INSURANCE required because of the elevation of the lot! Practical notes: roof (2013 reroof, 2015 addition roof, 2023 master bedroom roof), HVAC systems (2024 upstairs, 2019 & 2015 downstairs), tankless water heater (2025), Welcome home and enjoy carefree waterfront living ''sittin' on the dock of the bay watchin' the tide roll away..

1802 23rd St, Niceville
$499,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1006434 MLS ⋅ 3,008 SqFt.
15 Acres with a Private 3.5-Acre Lake in North Crestview! Rare opportunity to own one of North Crestview's most unique waterfront estates! Nestled on 15 picturesque acres, this exceptional property features a private 3.5-acre lake and a spacious 3,008-square-foot, all-brick home with a durable metal roof. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and multiple living spaces, this one-of-a-kind property combines peaceful country living with the convenience of being just minutes from shopping, dining, and schools. Designed to showcase the incredible lake views, the massive family room is surrounded by windows on three sides, filling the home with natural light and providing breathtaking waterfront scenery from nearly every angle. The newly renovated kitchen features butcher block countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, recessed lighting, a pantry, beautiful terrazzo flooring, and abundant workspace. Adjacent to the kitchen, the inviting living room offers a charming bay window, terrazzo floors, ceiling fan, and oversized windows overlooking the property. A cozy sitting room with a gas fireplace creates the perfect place to relax or entertain. The spacious indoor laundry room includes additional cabinetry and has the flexibility to serve as a butler's pantry or additional storage space. The primary suite is a true retreat, offering a double vanity, walk-in tub/shower, cedar-lined walk-in closet, and private screened porch with French doors overlooking the lake. Two additional bedrooms and a full guest bathroom are located on the opposite side of the main living area. A separate fourth bedroom with its own gas fireplace and private bathroom offers endless possibilities as a second primary suite, guest quarters, bonus room, or private home office. Outdoor living is where this property truly shines. Three separate screened porches wrap around the home, providing peaceful places to enjoy the water views. One screened porch even features a built-in hot tub that conveys with the property. The grounds are equally impressive. A circular driveway winds through mature trees leading to the home, while the cleared backyard provides easy access to the lake and spectacular panoramic views. Beyond the open lawn, the remaining acreage offers mature hardwoods, privacy, and room to explore. Additional improvements include: Workshop with power Fish house with power and water Multiple fishing and sitting docks Newly paved road access Low county taxes The fish house and docks could benefit from a little TLC, offering an excellent opportunity for the next owner to restore them and fully maximize this incredible waterfront retreat. Whether you're looking for a private family estate, recreational property, or peaceful country escape, opportunities like this rarely become available. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, wildlife watching, or simply relaxing while taking in the stunning lake views--all from your own backyard. Schedule your private showing today and experience this extraordinary waterfront property for yourself!

2897 Adams Rd, Crestview
$2,795,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1001951 MLS ⋅ 3,458 SqFt.
Deep-Water Dock & Navigability Year-Round! No H.O.A.! Extraordinary contemporary enclave oriented along 375' of pristine shoreline on Tom's Bayou, dual boat slips and lifts, as well as a paddleboard launch. This private .75 acre estate features a remarkably rare expanse of deep-water frontage, measuring approximately 415 feet on gorgeous deep-water with a phenomenal view corridor enjoying the depth and dimension of Tom's Bayou. This architecturally refined residence offers a rare opportunity to own a true coastal showpiece in Valparaiso, tucked along its protected bayou, which is connected to the Choctawhatchee Bay. This phenomenal property is showcased in Dwell Magazine, www.dwell.com/home/the-bayou-house-cf4cd678. This architectural masterpiece, yielding approximately 3,465 conditioned.. square feet (over 5,000 square feet under roof), contains and elevated living spaces that capture an abundance of natural light and frame tranquil water views from nearly every perspective. Tiered-level, exterior decks create seamless indoor-outdoor living, ideal for both quiet mornings and entertaining at sunset. Designed with versatility in mind, this home features a bonus space perfectly suited for an art studio, office, and/or fitness studio, to name only a few possibilities; in a space that magnifies inspiring views and creative separation from the main living areas. The ground-level storage room contains a commercial-grade ice machine that is close to the dock, and provides substantial space for kayaks, tackle room, paddleboards, boating gear, and more--obviously an essential complement to support the onvenient waterfront lifestyle. For boating enthusiasts, the property is exceptionally equipped with a private, newly constructed dock featuring two boat slips with lifts (constructed utilizing eco-pilings and composite decking), providing convenient access to the Choctawhatchee Bay through Tom's Bayou. The protected bayou setting offers calm waters, added privacy, and ideal conditions and water depths for year-round enjoyment. Ideally located just minutes from Eglin Air Force Base and the conveniences of Niceville, and a short drive to the renowned Emerald Coast white sand beaches, this property offers compelling accessibility while still preserving serene coastal living. This trophy home exhibits stunning architecture, detailed craftsmanship of finishes and features throughout, and a thoughtfully designed floorplan; this all equates to a rare and sensational waterfront opportunity! Please inquire for further details and to coordinate a private showing.

296 S Bayshore Dr, Valparaiso
$1,999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 999212 MLS ⋅ 3,092 SqFt.
Blending relaxed elegance with unmistakable waterfront charm, this 3 BDRM 4BTH home offers the true Floridian lifestyle. The home has been completely painted on the outside in May 2026. Step outside to your private dock and take in the thriving coastal ecosystem, where each evening brings stunning, one-of-a-kind sunset views over the water. Step through the front door and into a bright, open interior where raised ceilings and expansive hallways create an inviting sense of space. To the right, the dining room extends into a screened-in porch, offering an ideal setting for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. To the left, a versatile drawing room or bonus space is complemented by a nearby full Guest Bath and laundry room. Continuing down the hall, you're led into a expertly curated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances highlighted by an immaculate Verona stove imported from Italy, a beautifully designed hood, and ample countertop space for both everyday living and entertaining. The living room seamlessly connects the dining area and primary bedroom, while double doors open to a screened-in back porch-creating a natural flow for indoor-outdoor living. The Primary Bd offers access to the back porch and features a spacious walk-in closet. The Primary bath showcases artistic tile work, a double vanity, and a walk-in shower-blending modern design with a unique touch. The lower level offers a convenient half bath, additional refrigeration, a spacious living area, and a dedicated storage room. It also connects to a garage with room for more than two vehicles and provides access to the ground level screened-in back porch-ideal for extended living and entertaining. Upstairs from the main entry, you'll find two guest bedrooms with a full bath situated between them, offering comfort and privacy for family or visitors. Whether you're seeking a full time residence or a private coastal retreat, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to experience the Florida lifestyle at its finest. The boat lift was used for a 20', 4700 lb boat. The home is built on concrete rebar pilings. Buyer(s) are responsible to personally verify all details for property and dimensions. Any information contained in this listing is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

1422 Lagrange Rd, Freeport
$980,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 992670 MLS ⋅ 2,986 SqFt.
**Waterfront living meets investment opportunity on the Santa Rosa Sound!** With **115 feet of waterfront**, a private dock with spacious sundeck, & a **separate 1,200 sqft. apartment above the garage**, this one-of-a-kind property offers the flexibility to enjoy the waterfront lifestyle while creating income potential. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, vacation home, multigenerational property, or a home with space for guests, this property delivers options that are hard to find. The main home offers beautiful water views, a bay-window breakfast nook overlooking the Sound, tile flooring throughout, & extensive updates including a full renovation in 2005-2006, plus a new roof, HVAC, & updated plumbing in 2021, & new water heater 2026. The private apartment features its own entrance, balcony, washer and dryer, HVAC, water heater, & security system, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or rental opportunities. A 400 sq. ft. office with a separate entrance provides additional flexibility for a home business, studio, or potential guest suite. Additional features include a concrete safe room, workshop, hurricane shutters, circular driveway, & storage throughout. From boating, fishing, & paddleboarding off your private dock to enjoying spectacular sunrises & sunsets over the Santa Rosa Sound, this is more than a waterfront home--it's a rare opportunity to own a property that offers lifestyle, flexibility, & long-term value. 1.4 miles to Hurlburt Field.

1491 W Hwy 98, Mary Esther
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