1209 W Water Oak, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Property Description

Corner lot in the gated community of Wild Heron in Phase II. The homesite is offered with a completed set of plans drafted by approved architect J. Michael Hunnicutt and landscape plans drafted and designed by Craig R. Thurmond & Associates. Plans have been fully approved by the Wild Heron ARB. Design your own dream home or move forward with a set of plans that have been designed to accommodate entertaining family and friends, with additional space designed for two home offices. Wild Heron is a 734-acre coastal sanctuary situated on the shores of Lake Powell in Bay County. Residents enjoy an array of exceptional amenities, including a lakeview swimming pool, a health and fitness center, a lakeside boardwalk, and an oak-filled family park. The lakefront boathouse is fully stocked with kayaks and canoes, allowing homeowners to explore Lake Powell, one of Florida's largest and rare coastal dune lakes. The boathouse also serves as the perfect spot for family gatherings, featuring gas grills, tree swings, a bonfire pit, and more. Sunsets from the docks at Wild Heron are truly unforgettable. For outdoor enthusiasts, Wild Heron offers endless opportunities to walk, bike, and explore. Its walking paths connect to Gayle's Trails, part of the Panama City Beach Conservation Park. Spanning 2,912 acres, the park features 24 miles of trails, a mile of boardwalk, a playground, and a gazebo at Prospect Point. Fishing, boating, sailing, and swimming are constant activities on Lake Powell. Health and fitness are prioritized at Wild Heron, with a lakeside state-of-the-art fitness center that includes treadmills, stationary bikes, stair climbers, free weights, and Nautilus machines, along with locker rooms and showers. Golf enthusiasts, with an optional membership to St Joe Watersound Club, can enjoy three courses, two of which are adjacent to Wild Heron - The Third, a brand-new 18-hole golf course designed by Davis Love III, located north of Shark's Tooth Golf Course. Greg Norman-designed Shark's Tooth Golf Course, is rated one of the Top 5 Golf Courses in Florida. Stretching 7,209 yards from the back tees, the course borders the shores of Lake Powell, with five lakefront fairways, water-facing holes, and scenic cart path bridges over streams and estuaries. The thoughtful design of the homes and amenities in Wild Heron provides timeless character, a strong sense of place, and a connection to tradition, making it a truly one-of-a-kind community. Experience the epitome of coastal living in Wild Heron.