Price Reduced by $24,000! This charming 2-story Florida Cottage features wrap-around porches and a private screen-enclosed pool, set on nearly an acre in Bay Pine Shores. Located in South Walton County, residents enjoy a coveted lifestyle in a quiet bayfront community with no short-term rentals. Just 1 mile from Choctawhatchee Bay for fishing and boating, and 4 miles to Gulf beaches, state parks, and the HWY 30-A Timpoochee Bike Trail. and 8 miles to Sacred Heart Hospital and medical offices. Meticulously landscaped for easy maintenance, the home boasts upgraded mechanicals and smart features for convenience and security. Bright interiors with tall ceilingsflow seamlessly from the central living room to the kitchen, dining room, and laundry room. The spacious kitchen offers a gas range, granite counters, and a large breakfast counter. An office and remodeled half bath are nearby. Outside, a covered porch, pavered patio, and screened pool offer outdoor living. Upstairs, the master suite features a private covered porch, remodeled bath, and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms with panoramic views share a bath.