Have you ever wanted to enjoy beachside living without the crowds, the high-rises, or the hectic pace? Your ship *or cottage* has come in! Welcome to Mexico Beach—a charming, golf-cart-friendly coastal town celebrated for its safety, pristine white sands, and tranquil, old-Florida feel. Even during peak summer holidays, these shores remain uncrowded and peaceful.
Perfectly positioned just three blocks from the water, Rays N' Waves is a fully detached, single-family cottage that offers total independence. No HOA dues, assessments, meddling, or restrictions; you have complete freedom to live and enjoy your property exactly as you please. Experience a sense of security knowing there are quiet, friendly, and helpful neighbors right next door.
Built in 2019 and being sold fully furnished (with minor exceptions), this impeccably maintained, beautifully decorated cottage is completely turn-key and designed for effortless coastal living.
- The Layout: Features a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath arrangement across nearly 1000 square feet of heated/cooled space, with a total footprint of approximately 1300 square feet including porches and bonus rooms.
- Seamless Indoor/Outdoor Living: Start your mornings on the beautifully styled, screened-in front porch, or host evening barbecues by the fire pit (equipped with a built-in cooking rack) in your private backyard.
- Prime Walkability: A leisurely less than 5-minute stroll or quick golf cart ride puts you right on the beach for spectacular Gulf sunsets. You are just around the corner from the quaint Mexico Beach Market, well stocked Mexico Beach Wine & Spirits, and the famous “Toucans” beach bar and restaurant.
Built for Strength and Low Maintenance
This home offers rare, proven resilience and structural integrity.
- High-End Construction: Built strong on a raised concrete foundation with durable, low-maintenance Hardie-Plank exterior siding and a premium standing-seam metal roof.
- Desirable Flood Zone X: Situated in the lowest-risk flood zone profile, offering massive peace of mind and excellent insurance advantages.
- Advanced Climate Control: Equipped with a high-efficiency Mitsubishi ductless mini-split HVAC system. With separate cartridges in each room, the temperature of the living room/kitchen, master bedroom, and second bedroom can be individually controlled for maximum comfort and energy savings.
- Sand-Ready Flooring: Elegant faux wood ceramic tile flooring runs throughout the home, making beach cleanup a breeze.
- Full Power Redundancy: Features a dedicated natural gas outlet for an emergency generator, completely tied into the home’s electrical system via a 220V inlet. Even if city power is disrupted, just pull out your generator from the storage room, hook it up, and keep cool!
- Not Enough Rain, No Problem: A programable irrigation system ensures the manicured lawn and landscaping remain pristine.
Incredible Bonus Spaces and Upscale Extras
This property is packed with thoughtful upgrades and climate-controlled bonus rooms that add massive utility:
- Climate-Controlled Bonus Rooms: Features an air-conditioned 9x9 craft room/studio and 10x10 bunk room—perfect for extra guests or a home office.
- Chef’s Essentials: Premium natural gas stove/oven, built-in microwave, soft-close cabinets, granite countertops, and a highly efficient natural gas tankless water heater.
- Abundant Storage: A 12x12 detached storage building outfitted with over $1,500 of premium shelving and a yard tool hanger system, plus an additional 100 square foot storage loft. The exterior surrounding the outbuilding is neatly graveled for clean storage.
- Outdoor Utility: A covered breezeway leading from the 2 vehicle wide carport to the back door, and a fully fenced back yard with a lockable rolling gate.
- Pet-Friendly: Features a custom doggie ramp leading to an enclosed pet relief area
Offered at: $445,000