A Gulf-front Hideaway in Carillon Beach

By Morgan Power | Photography by Array, courtesy of Colgan Simon Wright

Inside private gates teeming with exceptional real estate, architectural inspiration, and breathtaking views, the Carillon Beach community features 517 Beachside Gardens, a 6,000-plus-square-foot home you will never want to leave. Boasting high ceilings and plenty of natural sunlight, this is the perfect oasis for anyone looking to take full advantage of the beach lifestyle with 197 feet of frontage on the Gulf of Mexico.

“Nestled along the Emerald Coast of Florida between Scenic Highway 30-A and Panama City Beach, this beachfront property offers large-scale living spaces expanded across three levels, offering indoor and outdoor areas catering to the Gulf-front lifestyle. The home boasts carefully curated coastal interiors by Jennifer DiCerbo of The French Mix and reveals bright pops of color while maintaining a timeless, luxurious feel. Whether as a family home or investment property, this property will keep guests returning for more fun and relaxation with every visit!

Listing agent Lesly Simon of the Colgan Simon Wright Group with Corcoran Reverie graciously gave the VIE team a walk-through of this stunning property. Simon is also a part of the interior design team at Colgan Simon alongside Tyler Colgan and was a recent guest of host Lisa Marie Burwell on the VIE Speaks podcast.

“One of my favorite things about this home is all the different spaces that have these beautiful Gulf views. Whether you’re in the living room, the dining room, the office, the upstairs sitting room, or five out of the seven bedrooms, you can see the beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico.”

The first floor of this home provides three lavish bedroom suites, a laundry room, an additional half bathroom, and a wet bar upon entry. This level also includes an oversized lounge and deck area with a private pool, a gas firepit, and a direct walkover to the private white-sand beach. Whether you are looking for a quiet area to relax or one to host celebrations and family events, this home offers plenty of breathtaking spaces to do it all.

The second floor comprises the main living room, dining room, and kitchen, plus an office, a powder bath, and a porch spanning the length of the home to encourage an open-concept, indoor-to-outdoor living space. The kitchen is the ultimate space for entertaining, as the custom cabinetry and oversized island allow for plenty of space and seating to accommodate family and friends. The kitchen area is also equipped with a walk-in pantry, a professional appliance suite, and an additional wet bar for further entertainment and storage.

Whether you’re in the living room, the dining room, the office, the upstairs sitting room, or five out of the seven bedrooms, you can see the beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico

The third floor presents two additional bedroom suites, a laundry room, a wet bar, and a seating area to soak in the magnificent views of the coast! Each bedroom suite on this property offers walk-in closet space, an ensuite bathroom, and direct porch access.

Want your guests to feel even more at home while visiting? Just across the breezeway, this property provides a charming guest home with two additional bedroom suites and a fully functional kitchen. This guest home also has a covered patio space, promoting privacy for owners and guests throughout their stay.

The Carillon Beach community offers even more reasons to buy. With neighborhood amenities, including three extravagant community pools, a park, a basketball court, tennis courts, pickleball courts, walking paths, and more, you and your guests will surely have something new to do each day. This community also offers twenty-four-hour security within the private gates, so you can feel at ease while enjoying the vacation lifestyle.

With neighborhood amenities, including three extravagant community pools, a park, a basketball court, tennis courts, pickleball courts, walking paths, and more, you and your guests will surely have something new to do each day

Downtown Carillon offers restaurants, retail, and fitness options, adding to the list of things to do without ever getting on Highway 98! Lake Carillon is also located in the heart of the Carillon Beach community and is home to turtles, bass, sunset views, and more. Lake Carillon is an excellent place to bring anyone who might enjoy activities such as fishing, kayaking, or paddleboarding.

This community also offers interfaith church service for owners and guests each Sunday morning at The Meeting House, which also acts as an elegant space to host weddings and annual events such as a Fourth of July golf cart parade, Christmas tree lighting, and more!

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To explore 517 Beachside Gardens or the Carillon Beach community, visit ColganSimon.com and CarillonBeach.com. You can also follow @leslysimon72 and @colgansimonwright on Instagram for updates.