Waterfront dreams do come true in this gorgeous ''Southern Plantation'' style home with 100' on beautiful Shirks Bayou in south Niceville. The .71-acre lot is studded with majestic oaks and offers a private beach area along the water, a firepit area and a pergola covered paver patio area. The ''T'' shaped dock is extra wide and can accommodate large boats offering multiple deep water boat slips as well as a boat lift. A charming covered front porch greets you and your guests the ''southern way''. Entering this home through the wide foyer, you will find the formal dining room on the right that flows into the large living room accented by a built-in entertainment center, gas fireplace and wonderful views of the bayou. The gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, lots of cabinets and counter space and a large breakfast bar. Open to the kitchen is the light and bright breakfast room that also offers views of the private back yard and bayou. Just off of this room is a HUGE media/game room overlooking the bayou that features a kitchenette making it the perfect place for large family gatherings. The expansive master suite with two huge closets is located downstairs along with a 2nd bedroom with a wall of custom cabinets that also has access to a full bath. Upstairs you will find two enormous bedrooms that share a Jack-n-Jill style bathroom. There is plenty of parking space in the THREE car garage because there is also a heated and cooled storage/workshop area attached to it. Want to park your RV on your property? No problem, there is plenty of space for that as well! Additional noteworthy features include 2022 roof, 2013 water heater, 3 HVAC units, 2024 renovated downstairs bath, 2023 lawn pump, 11' ceilings and new paint throughout. This is the waterfront home you have been waiting for!!