''The Emerald Retreat'' is located on a cul de sac in the sought after gated community of Emerald Lakes. This two story stucco home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and luxury living. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, New Roof Feb/2025, 1st floor Master Suite, second living area and plenty of room to grow (with space to add a 4th bedroom!), this property is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a true Florida lifestyle. Perfect for your year round outdoor living and entertaining, the home features a cozy set up with covered back patio overlooking newly built Pool/Spa (2022) and the neighboring Emerald Bay Golf Course landscape. The pool offers high end finishes, a smart system for easy control, travertine tile pool deck (stays cool in the summer heat), and a 7 person customspa. Inside you will enjoy large windows, spacious kitchen and living room as well as French Doors for easy access to the outdoor living area. The floorplan offers a lot of flexibility to fit a variety of living needs extra playroom/reading area or an office this home has it all! In addition, the home offers updated appliances and a stylish natural gas fireplace. Emerald Lakes is a gated community with well maintained amenities including playground, community pool, tennis and basketball courts. Under 5 miles to multiple beach access points in Destin and Miramar Beach and 2.1 miles to the popular Destin Commons with a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment, this home has a great location for your perfect primary residence or a vacation spot.Come See This Property Today! Buyer, Buyer Agent to verify all information.