The beach, with room to breathe. Finding this much land this close to the beach is unusual. Finding it with a custom-built 3,138-sq-ft home, a 75-ft heated pool, no HOA, multiple garages, and enough room for boats, RVs and the things that come with enjoying the Florida lifestyle is even harder. Set behind a private gate on the east end of Panama City Beach, this 6BR/2.5BA home sits on nearly an acre and a quarter, giving you something most beach properties simply cannot: space. Space between you and your neighbors. Space to entertain. Space for a workshop, home gym, outdoor hobbies or future ideas. And space to come home to after a day at the beach. The location puts the Gulf, marina, St. Andrews State Park, golf, dining and shopping just minutes away. But once you turn into the property, the experience changes. Mature trees, expansive grounds, a circular drive and covered front and rear porches create a private setting that feels far removed from the typical beach neighborhood. Inside, the home is equally generous. Multiple living spaces include a main living room, family room with wood-burning fireplace, game room and adjoining office with its own entrance--offering flexibility for guests, working from home or multigenerational living. The kitchen features granite countertops, a custom extended granite island, gas range, stainless appliances, pantry, tile floors and backsplash, and recessed lighting. Custom oak built-ins, wainscoting, arched brick, a bay window and tray ceilings add character throughout. Upstairs, four bedrooms include a spacious primary suite with a distinctive octagonal window, three closets and an ensuite bath with double vanities and tiled shower. The laundry chute connects directly to the downstairs laundry room. The additional bedrooms all offer walk-in closets and views across the grounds. Outside is where the scale of the property really comes into focus. The 75x14 ft heated pool anchors a generous patio and creates an easy gathering place for long afternoons outside, with an outdoor shower for rinsing off afterward. The acreage leaves room for the things that make beach living yours, while a detached single-car garage, oversized garage/workshop and carport provide substantial storage and workspace. There is ample room for boats, RVs and recreational equipment, and a deep-water well supports irrigation. There is no HOA and no land restrictions, giving you the freedom to use the property in ways that simply aren't possible with most homes this close to the beach. A whole-house Generac generator adds another layer of convenience and peace of mind. This is not a typical Panama City Beach property - and that is precisely the point. It gives you the beach lifestyle without requiring you to give up land, privacy, flexibility or room to live. Call to see it for yourself today.