81 Oyster Bay Drive Crawfordville, FL 32327

This “Pearl” of Oyster Bay offers unobstructed, million-dollar views of Apalachee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. This property offers an extraordinary 195 feet of waterfrontage bordering a deep-water canal and private bay, and includes a 6,000-pound boat lift and separate dock to accommodate a variety of watercraft. The expansive landscaped lot with a raised garden bed provides ample space for outdoor activities. An elevator or stairs transport you to the main living level where you are greeted by stunning views from each room in a delightfully open and bright floor plan featuring cathedral ceilings and a stone-front fireplace. Enjoy your morning coffee on the large screened porch watching the sun rise while the resident pelicans and egrets hunt, numerous schools of mullet jump, and occasional dolphins frolic. In addition to the screened porch, there are two guest bedrooms on the first floor along with a full bath with jetted tub, living and dining areas, and an open kitchen with a double-wall oven and modern appliances. The towering second floor is dedicated to the master suite which features a spacious south facing bedroom with spectacular views of the Gulf as you wake each morning. The large walk-in closet and master bath with two-person jetted tub, separate shower and double vanity adds extraordinary comfort to this unique master suite. The owners have installed a new state-of-the-art HVAC system (2016) offering worry-free remote bluetooth monitoring/control capability, and have a flood policy which is transferrable to the new owners. Oyster Bay is well known for its tranquil waters full of marine wildlife both inshore and offshore, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, cool coastal breezes during hot summers, and some of the best fishing in the region. Opportunities abound for hikers, bikers and kayakers in this safe and friendly neighborhood. Surrounded by the National Forest, it is just a short distance to Wakulla Springs, just a 15-minute bicycle ride to Shell Point Beach and a 30-minute drive to Tallahassee. There is a public boat ramp, a non-denominational Chapel, a volunteer fire department, and yacht club at nearby Shell Point Beach. Local activities abound at Apalachee Bay on land and in the water ranging from special beach jams during the summer months for residents; the annual Stephen C. Smith Regatta, ABYC Regattas and Puffin races hosted by the Apalachee Bay Yacht Club; the Shell Point Sailboard Club's lessons on the beach, the Endless Summer Sailboard Classic, Festivus and the Wind Ceremony; Tuesday art classes at the Volunteer Fire Station; Yoga on the beach and community potluck dinners. Food trucks are located at the beach on most weekends. One of its greatest features of the Community remains the friendliness of its residents and their willingness to help each other whenever needed. It truly is a magical place to live and you will not regret joining us in our little slice of Paradise. Come experience this “Pearl” of a home in person with your private showing today.