Waterfront
Address
3730 Preserve Bay Boulevard, Panama City Beach, FL
Price
$ 8,475,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#996848
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBay
- CityPanama City Beach
- AreaBay County
- NeighborhoodPRESERVE ON THE BAY PH 1
- Zip32408
- StyleTuscan
- Year Built2007
- Taxes$ 46895
- Price$ 8,475,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms6
- Half Bathrooms4
- Sqr Footage9473
- Lot Size3 Acres
Data Source:
Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)
Property Description
Perched on 380 feet of pristine West Bay waterfront along the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, Villa Chimera is the most extraordinary luxury estate in Panama City Beach. Spanning 9,473 sq. ft. across three expansive lots, this 5BR/6BA/4HB masterpiece was authentically modeled after an Italian Venetian Palazzo -- designed by architect Philip Spann from hand-sketched owner drawings inspired by Renaissance master Andrea Palladio. Every finish was sourced from Italy or crafted by world-renowned artisans: a hand-carved Italian marble fountain, cushion-cut marble walls, Venetian silk upholstery, a Rome-crafted stone dining table, and a Renaissance fresco ceiling hand-painted by artist Jody Matokovich. This is not simply a Gulf Coast luxury home -- it is a one-of-a-kind legacy estate. The soaring foyer commands immediate attention with its grand Schonbek crystal chandelier, custom compass rose marble floor inlay, and solid stone staircase with marble balusters. The great room overlooking West Bay features a marble fireplace, limestone accents, and walls upholstered in Bevilacqua silk -- made in Venice and renowned worldwide. A media room with a theater-size projection screen and theatrical lighting flows seamlessly from the living space. The gourmet kitchen features Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, a breakfast bar, separate bar area, and a fully equipped butler's pantry for effortless large-scale entertaining. All cabinetry was custom-designed by Design Galleria of Atlanta. The dining room centers around a custom stone table crafted in Rome outside the Vatican walls, beneath Venetian watermark plasterwork evoking centuries of Palazzo history. The second-level master suite is a private sanctuary with bay views, a columned balcony, and a hand-painted Renaissance fresco vault ceiling. Separate his-and-hers bathrooms each feature heated floors and double showers with body jets. A detached guest house -- connected by covered walkway -- includes a full kitchen, sitting area, private veranda, and full bath. Smart home living is delivered via a full Crestron system controlling all lighting, media, and security. Additional highlights: Kohler 100KW whole-house generator, all-copper plumbing, 4-car garage with wheelchair lift, whole-house central vacuum, monitored security cameras, LED lighting throughout, and all windows and exterior doors replaced post-Hurricane Michael. A rare and irreplaceable Florida Gulf Coast waterfront estate -- schedule your private showing today.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Patronis Elementary School | Surfside Middle School | Arnold High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/4/2026 | Listed $8,750,000 |
| 6/20/2026 | 3$8,475,000 |
General Features
| Utilities | Electric,Gas - Natural,Public Water |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Resid Single Family |
| Property Subtype | Detached Single Family |
| Community Features | Short Term Rental - Not Allowed,Gated Community,Waterfront |
| County | Bay |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | PRESERVE ON THE BAY PH 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Thomas Drive, Head East on Magnolia Beach Rd. Veer right onto Delwood Beach Rd, Turn left into The Preserve. Follow Preserve Blvd and bear right onto Preserve Bay Blvd. Take the first left. 3730 Preserve Bay Blvd. |
| High School | Arnold |
| City | Panama City Beach |
| MLS Area | 27 - Bay County |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 130680 |
| Elementary School | Patronis |
| Middle/Junior High School | Surfside |
| MLS Area Minor | 2719 - Beach - East |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| View | Gulf,Bay |
| Waterfront Features | Bay |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1302 |
| Heating | Geothermal |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fans,Central Air |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio Covered,Patio Open |
| Architectural Style | Tuscan |
| Year Built | 2007 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| New Construction | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Total Rooms | 20 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Construction Complete |
| Association Fee Includes | Security |
| Pool Features | Pool - Heated,Pool - In-Ground,Pool Type |
| HOA | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1170177337?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci |
| Other Structures | Guest Quarters |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 10 |
|---|---|
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Beamed,Ceiling Raised,Ceiling Tray/Cofferd,Ceiling Vaulted,Elevator,Fireplace,Fireplace 2+,Guest Quarters,Kitchen Island,Lighting Recessed,Pantry,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Wet Bar |
| Flooring | Floor Marble,Floor WW Carpet |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Window Treatment All |
| Furnished Y/N | Furnished - Some |
| Fireplace Features | Fireplace Gas |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac,Within 1/2 Mile to Water |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Area | 3 |
| Lot Dimensions | 387 x 455 x 284 x 500 |
| Lot Size Acres | 3 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,BBQ Pit/Grill,Columns,Fenced Back Yard,Hot Tub,Lawn Pump,Separate Living Area,Shower,Sprinkler System,Summer Kitchen |
| Fencing | Fenced Lot-All,Fenced Privacy |
| Building Area Total | 9473 |
| Parking Features | Guest |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32408
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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