$3,995,000

165 Needle Cast Lane, 32461 | Watersound

4 beds | 5 baths | 4,997 sq. ft. | 0.24 acre
Est. Payment: $23,451
Listing by: (850) 213-3478

Overview

Some homes are built. This one was composed. Set on a quiet street in the coveted Stillwater enclave of WaterSound Origins, 165 Needle Cast Lane is a custom coastal estate of approximately 5,000 heated square feet that transcends convention at every turn. The two-story residence — clad in crisp white board-and-batten with standing seam metal roof accents and gas lanterns at the entry — is joined by a covered breezeway to a detached carriage house, creating the feel of a private compound on a preserve-backed lot with pond views and a twenty-foot landscaped easement for added privacy. Through custom Firerock French glass entry doors, a herringbone white oak foyer opens to a great room stretching over forty-four feet, anchored by a six-foot color-changing linear gas fireplace and framed by walls of floor-to-ceiling Firerock glass that dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Eleven-foot ceilings and wide-plank white oak floors run throughout, grounding a bold design palette of matte black cabinetry, brushed gold hardware, and luminous marble surfaces. The kitchen features a fourteen-foot waterfall marble island beneath a custom woodwork ceiling with ambient LED cove lighting, Thermador professional-grade appliances including a six-burner gas range with griddle, dual convection and steam ovens, a built-in pizza oven, pot filler, and warming drawer. A fully equipped butler’s pantry with Thermador coffee maker, pellet ice machine, pull-out refrigerator and freezer drawers, and its own dishwasher serves as a second prep zone. The dedicated wine room visible through floor-to-ceiling Firerock glass doors holds 336 bottles with a four-bottle dispensing system, built-in wine fridge, and illuminated white oak spirits shelving.The second-floor owner’s suite features a vaulted beamed ceiling with statement chandelier, wallpaper accent walls, and motorized blackout drapery. The master bath is appointed with a Toto zero-gravity flotation soaking tub, a fifteen-foot dual-stall digital shower with six body jets, dual rain showers, handheld wands, built-in anti-fog mirror, and marble dolomite walls with custom black marble inlay and illuminated niches. Separate his-and-hers California Closets hers with a center island and ambient lighting and an adjoining laundry room with custom marble floors complete the suite. A second-floor morning bar with built-in Bosch coffee maker and refrigerator, two additional bedrooms with a beautifully appointed Jack-and-Jill bath, and a first-floor guest master suite with digital steam shower and champagne bubble-jet soaking tub with heated backrest round out the living spaces. The dedicated mudroom includes a built-in dog crate, pet feeding drawer, and concealed stacked washer and dryer. The rear of the home opens to a private outdoor resort: white marble pavers surround a heated pool with waterfalls, sun shelf, sunken barstools, and ambient lighting alongside a nine-person spa and a sunken gas fire pit with built-in bench seating on manicured turf. The covered patio offers a color-changing gas fireplace, built-in grill with vent hood, outdoor refrigerator, bar sink, and three motorized bug screens for seamless evening entertaining. Whole-home Sonos, Lutron motorized shades on every window, comprehensive security cameras, and custom landscape lighting are standard throughout. The carriage house features Sonos theater surround sound, a wet bar, custom wallpaper, a half bath convertible to full, generous storage, and motorized drapery.WaterSound Origins, a 1,400-acre master-planned community where short-term rentals are prohibited offers the Village Commons resort-style pool and fitness center, Origins Golf Course, tennis and pickleball courts, miles of nature trails, dock access to Lake Powell, and Watersound Town Center with Publix, dining, and retail. The Gulf beaches and coastal communities of Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, and Seaside along Scenic 30A are just two miles south.

Property Type:
Detached Single Family
Built In:
2023
Property Size:
4,997 sq. ft.
MLS® ID:
995308
Listing Agent:
(850) 213-3478

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Overview

The neighborhood

Watersound

Watersound is a gated coastal community tucked along Scenic Highway 30A, where white-sand beaches, protected dunes, and lush green spaces create an immediate sense of arrival. When you enter, the pace noticeably slows. The setting feels immersive and quiet, as if you have stepped into a place designed to be apart from the outside world while still remaining deeply connected to nature.

Bordered by Deer Lake State Park and shaped by boardwalks, trails, and open water, Watersound offers a balance that is increasingly rare along the coast. It is refined without feeling formal, private without feeling isolated, and carefully planned in a way that allows the landscape to lead the experience.

Explore the latest listings and view homes for sale in WaterSound below. Discover elegant coastal properties within this private beachfront community along Scenic Highway 30A.

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Lifestyle

Life in Watersound is defined by choice. Some days are active and social, others intentionally slow and solitary. Camp Creek Lake runs along the edge of the community, offering calm waters for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, and fishing. Nearby trails wind through preserved dunes and natural corridors, encouraging time outdoors without the need for planning or agenda.

The Watersound Beach Club anchors daily life near the Gulf, with a zero-entry pool inspired by the shape of nearby dune lakes, along with indoor and outdoor dining and space to linger. Additional amenities throughout the community include pools, wellness facilities, and access to golf, all connected by wooden boardwalks and bridges that make moving through the neighborhood feel seamless and unhurried.

Watersound also benefits from its proximity to the broader 30A corridor. While the community itself remains quiet and residential, nearby dining, shopping, and events are easily accessible, allowing residents to enjoy both retreat and connection without compromise.

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Architecture

WaterSound’s architecture draws inspiration from historic New England fishing villages, with clear references to places like Nantucket, Cape Cod, and Martha’s Vineyard. Designed by Robert A.M. Stern, the homes emphasize symmetry, pitched roofs, shingle and cedar-shake exteriors, and a restrained coastal palette that feels timeless rather than trendy.

Generous porches, clean lines, and carefully proportioned facades reinforce a sense of maritime heritage while remaining well suited to the Gulf Coast environment. Homes are thoughtfully placed within a landscaped setting, creating a quiet rhythm of architecture that feels cohesive without feeling rigid.

The result is a community where design is intentional and grounded in its surroundings. Rather than competing for attention, WaterSound’s architecture supports a calm, enduring approach to coastal living.

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Travel & Access

Getting There
WaterSound is situated along Scenic Highway 30A, offering a private, nature-forward setting with convenient access to both coastal and inland routes via Highway 98.

Airports
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is approximately 45 minutes away. Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is about one hour west, with private aviation options available at regional airports.

Drive Times
• ~10 minutes to Seaside
• ~15 minutes to Rosemary Beach
• ~45 minutes to ECP Airport

Local Transportation
WaterSound is designed for low-impact coastal living, with walking trails, bike paths, and golf-cart travel throughout the community. Ride-share services are available along 30A.

Seasonal Considerations
Travel times may increase during peak summer and holiday periods. Off-peak arrivals are recommended.

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