Affordable Caribbean inspired beach cottage with full-sized heated pool. Comfort meets cute in single floor living. This cozy and airy beach house which is less than a 5 minute walk to the Gulf offers the versatility to be either a vacation rental, or your relaxing home to enjoy year-round. Caribe is a guard-gated community in South Walton County with some of the Emerald Coast's deepest private beaches. The community of only 120 homes offers daily beach chair service, two neighborhood pools, and private tennis courts. On this home's very private lot which is adjacent to green space, you will find lush shrubbery encompassing a private pool and deck, coupled with a screened-in porch overlooking the heated pool. The detached garage and extra storage space provide a generous amount of room for pool accessories storage. Once inside the open floor plan, featuring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, creates an exceptional space perfect for entertaining family and friends. The kitchen's white ceramic tile countertops reflect the whimsical feel of the home. The large, arched pass-through to the dining room fosters the open flow of conversation and memories to be shared from the room where the meals are prepared to the room in which they are enjoyed. The first floor also hosts the expansive living room with 2-story vaulted ceilings, a wet bar area with an under-counter wine rack, and a separate sitting room, all of which are brightened with natural light. The master suite with a spacious walk-in closet is conveniently located on the first floor. The enchanting spiral staircase leads to a second floor loft bedroom with a en suite. This home comes fully furnished with the exception of artwork. This is a home where memories are created. Call for your private showing today!!