ATTENTION BOATING ENTHUSIASTS, 80' OF PROTECTED DEEP WATER IN THE HEART OF NICEVILLE!! Sailboats and cruisers will be protected in the deep-water canal leading to Rocky Bayou that is 6-9' deep and around 90' wide. The boathouse w/lift will accommodate up to a 23' boat and the dock can moor up to a 34' sailboat. The large rear yard (.36 acre lot) with a peaceful view across the canal is protected by a seawall and has mature oaks and magnolias providing cooling shade. This custom-built home with a NEW 2020 roof has an open floorplan with hardwood and tile floors throughout the downstairs. The large tiled great room is accented by a propane gas fireplace and a warm pine tongue and groove ceiling. The kitchen has a convenient center island, custom cherry cabinets, NEW granite counters, accent ighting and a Thermadore vent hood with heat lamps. The oversized utility room off of the kitchen has a laundry sink and can also be used as an office. The family room (expanded in 2009) overlooking the canal has hardwood floors, double doors to the rear deck and an abundance of large windows capturing the serene views of the canal. The master bedroom suite with a private bath, the 2nd bedroom and another full bathroom are downstairs. The oversized third bedroom is upstairs and this bedroom would also be a great office or exercise room. All of the bedrooms have large closets and there is eve storage accessible from the 3rd bedroom. This home is built with 2x6 cross braced rafters for the roof and is very energy efficient with insulated, internal HVAC vents (HVAC replaced 2019), solid interior doors, Peachtree windows, a newer water heater (2018) and a new roof installed February 2020. Exterior features include a large 30'x6' front porch, a 17'x15' deck in the rear, a circular driveway and a sprinkler system on a separate meter (can't do that anymore!). There is room to expand this home and protected deep water is a rare find so bring your boat and live your dream on the water in the heard of Niceville. Please note: Seller is also the listing agent.