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WILD HERON

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Wild Heron, Panama City Beach: Luxurious Living Amidst Natural Beauty

Wild Heron in Panama City Beach, Florida is a premier coastal community renowned for its breathtaking scenery, upscale amenities, and welcoming atmosphere. Located on the shores of Lake Powell, one of Florida’s largest coastal dune lakes, this master-planned neighborhood offers residents and visitors a unique blend of luxury, tranquility, and outdoor adventure.

Why Choose Wild Heron?

Wild Heron stands out as an exceptional choice for those seeking a vibrant lifestyle surrounded by nature. Whether you’re looking for your forever home or a vacation getaway, Wild Heron provides:

  • Gated security and peace of mind
  • Beautifully landscaped neighborhoods
  • Access to top-rated schools and healthcare
  • A strong sense of community

Prime Location

Situated just minutes from the sugar-white sands of Panama City Beach, residents enjoy easy access to world-class beaches, shopping, and dining, while retreating each day to the serenity of their lakeside oasis. Wild Heron’s convenient location offers:

  • Proximity to Pier Park (shopping, restaurants, entertainment)
  • Quick access to 30A and scenic coastal highways
  • Close to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport

Community Features and Amenities

Wild Heron is designed for active families and individuals who love the outdoors. Enjoy exclusive amenities such as:

  • Golf: Home to the renowned Greg Norman-designed Shark’s Tooth Golf Club
  • Clubhouse: Lakeview Lodge offers stunning lake views, event spaces, and activities
  • Pools & Fitness: Resort-style swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness center
  • Nature Trails: Miles of walking, jogging, and biking trails through beautiful nature preserves
  • Water Access: Kayak, paddleboard, and fish on scenic Lake Powell
  • Tennis Courts: Stay active with top-tier tennis facilities
  • Family Playgrounds and Parks

Real Estate in Wild Heron

The real estate market in Wild Heron is diverse, offering:

  • Custom lakefront homes
  • Luxury townhomes
  • Maintenance-free condominiums
  • Homesites for building your dream home

Each property is thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes, large open spaces, and breathtaking views of either the lake, preserve, or golf course.

Living the Wild Heron Lifestyle

Life in Wild Heron is all about embracing the outdoors, connecting with neighbors, and relaxing in one of panhandle Florida’s most refined environments. Residents often participate in:

  • Community events and socials
  • Fitness classes and wellness programs
  • Golf tournaments and social leagues

Discover Wild Heron Today

Curious about homes for sale in Wild Heron or ready to tour this exceptional Panama City Beach neighborhood? Discover more on Wild Heron’s official website or reach out to a local real estate expert for personalized assistance.


Wild Heron, Panama City Beach is where luxury, nature, and community combine, creating the perfect place to call home along Florida’s Emerald Coast.

One of the most popular communities provided by Gulf Life Real Estate
42
# of Listings
3
Avg # of Bedrooms
$668
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$802,266
Med. List Price

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Experience waterfront living at its finest in this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence in the coveted Lakeside Lodge at Wild Heron. Situated on the 3rd Floor of Building 3 (the Nooontide Building), this spacious condo offers sweeping views of Lake Powell, Florida's largest coastal dune lake, from both the main living areas and the primary suite. 

Thoughtfully updated throughout, the interior blends timeless coastal elegance with modern comfort. The open-concept floor plan is ideal for entertaining, featuring an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and generous counter space that flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas. Large windows and French doors fill the home with natural light while framing breathtaking water views.

The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with private balcony access overlooking the lake, a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath, and ample closet space. Two additional guest bedrooms, each with access to their own full bath, provide comfort and privacy for family and guests.

Relax on the expansive covered balcony as you watch sunsets over Lake Powell. As a condo owner, enjoy exclusive access to the private Lakeside Lodge pool and hot tub; reserved specifically for condo residents. Additionally, take advantage of Wild Heron's exceptional amenities, including a lakeside pool and hot tub, fitness center, community dock with complimentary kayaks, scenic walking and biking trails, and playground. Just minutes from the white-sand beaches of the Gulf, Scenic Highway 30A, and Pier Park, this move-in-ready residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, nature, and convenience.
#1009333

Panama City Beach

1101 Prospect Promenade 303

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,716 Sq.Ft.

$755,000

MLS#: 1009333

After entering the gate into Wild Heron, you realize you are in a ''Coastal Sanctuary''. Minutes from the beaches and 30A, you immediately feel at one with nature, away from the crowds. This guarded and gated community offers calm and security for both full time residents and second homeowners in this carefully planned low density development of 734 acres. This beautiful townhome is part of an 8 unit condo association that offers luxury living with low maintenance and lives like a single family home. It even has a two car garage! The association takes care of all exterior maintenance, landscaping, master insurance, and pest control. The units are handsome Coastal Craftsman designs by renowned Dungan Nequette Architects. Upon entering the through the foyer, you look into the light filled
#1009580

Panama City Beach

1512 Match Point Lane # 201

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,558 Sq.Ft.

$725,000

MLS#: 1009580

After entering the gate into Wild Heron, you realize you are in a ''Coastal Sanctuary''. Minutes from the beaches and 30A, you immediately feel at one with nature, away from the crowds. This guarded and gated community offers calm and security for both full time residents and second homeowners in this carefully planned low density development of 734 acres. This beautiful townhome is part of an 8 unit condo association that offers luxury living with low maintenance and lives like a single family home. It even has a two car garage! The association takes care of all exterior maintenance, landscaping, master insurance, and pest control. The units are handsome Coastal Craftsman designs by renowned Dungan Nequette Architects. Upon entering the through the foyer, you look into the light filled great room with beamed ceilings, gas fireplace and a large bank of windows that showcases the conservation land behind the home. The spacious kitchen is off the great room, with a breakfast bar, high end stainless appliances, and a wine fridge, quartz counter tops and updated tile back splash. Off the kitchen is a large walk in pantry with a washer and dryer and laundry sink. The powder bath is located off the kitchen and great room. The great room has an updated fireplace and a built in bar. There is a screened in porch off the great room on the first floor overlooking conservation land. Hardwood floors throughout, tile in all baths with Kohler Memoir faucets and fixtures, granite counters in the baths, 8ft solid core doors. One Master is on the first floor (currently used as an office) with a large bathroom, dual sinks, separate tub and shower, and a walk in closet. The light filled staircase takes you to the second floor with a guest room with an ensuite bath, as well as a sitting room/office (currently used as a craft room) There is a large second master bedroom on the second floor, with a private screened in porch. The second master bath has dual sinks, and a separate shower and tub, and a walk in closet with built ins. Wild Heron has a lakeside community pool, fitness center, boathouse for kayaks and paddle boards, community dock, boat slips, fire pit, and miles of walking paths through the community. Golf and tennis are available with memberships through Clubs of St. Joe.
#793828

Panama City Beach

1512 Match Point Lane 201

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,558 Sq.Ft.

$725,000

MLS#: 793828

Perched at the top of Clubside II, this rare end-unit residence offers a sense of quiet elevation -- where expansive interiors, filtered golf course views, and surrounding foliage create a setting that feels both private and effortlessly connected to the landscape. Positioned along the ninth tee of Greg Norman's celebrated Shark's Tooth Golf Course, the home captures a softer side of golf course living, with glimpses of manicured greens framed by natural privacy. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings stretch beyond 12 feet, amplifying the scale of the open living spaces and allowing natural light to move freely throughout. Wide-plank hardwood floors anchor the main living area, while the kitchen is thoughtfully designed for both daily rhythm and hosting alike, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry with integrated pull-out shelving, pantry, and a generous layout that flows seamlessly into the dining area and adjacent flex room, ideal as an office or media space. Telescoping sliding glass doors extend the living area outward to a screened porch, where custom shades and tranquil views create an inviting environment for morning coffee or relaxed evenings. This indoor-outdoor connection enhances the home's livability, offering a peaceful vantage point above it all. The floor plan is designed for comfort and separation, with each bedroom functioning as its own private suite. Two serve as primary retreats, including one with dual closets -- one walk-in -- custom wood shelving, double vanities, a skylit tiled shower, jetted tub, and a private water closet. A second suite, set behind double doors, offers generous proportions with a sitting area, ensuite bath, and walk-in closet. The third bedroom is tucked away with its own private feel, ideal for guests. Additional features include a private elevator servicing the main living level, an oversized two-car garage, and abundant storage throughout. With all primary living spaces on one level, the residence offers the ease and comfort of a single-family home. Offered unfurnished with furnishings negotiable, the property also benefits from a fully paid special assessment for exterior improvements, presenting a compelling opportunity for immediate enjoyment or thoughtful personalization. Residents enjoy access to an exceptional collection of amenities centered around Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in the country. From a lakeside pool and hot tub to a fitness center, fire pit, boathouse, private marina, and miles of walking and biking trails, the lifestyle here is both active and serene. Golf, tennis, and clubhouse access are available through membership, completing a well-rounded coastal experience defined by space, privacy, and ease. Just minutes from 30A, Rosemary and Alys Beach, shopping, dining, and the Gulf's white-sand beaches, this home offers the perfect combination of luxury, privacy, accessibility, and resort-style living.
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#791078

Panama City Beach

1415 Salamander Trail 1415

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,757 Sq.Ft.

$664,000

MLS#: 791078

New on site 2 days ago
Experience effortless coastal living in this exceptional one-level residence at 2120 Wild Heron Way #201, perfectly positioned within the gated community of Wild Heron and overlooking the soaring pines and renowned Shark's Tooth Golf Course. Offering three bedrooms, a two-car garage, and a brick-paver driveway, this spacious unit combines thoughtful design, elevated finishes, and an enviable setting. Inside, an open-concept floor plan is enhanced by wide-plank LVP flooring, raised ceilings, and elegant tray ceilings throughout the main living areas. The generous formal dining space easily accommodates a six-person dining table and features built-in shelving for added character and functionality. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and storage, a large pantry, center island, and breakfast bar with seating, making it equally suited for everyday living and entertaining. The expansive living room is anchored by a beautiful tray ceiling and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door that opens to a large screened-in patio. Enjoy peaceful views of Shark's Tooth Golf Course and the surrounding natural landscape from this inviting outdoor living space. The oversized primary suite provides plenty of room for a king-size bed and features two generous closets. The spacious primary bath offers dual vanities, a separate jetted garden tub, and an elegant tiled shower. Two additional sizeable bedrooms share a generous hall bath, while a sizeable laundry room provides valuable additional storage.
 Wild Heron is a 734-acre community with Coastal Craftsman Style on the shores of Lake Powell at Inlet Beach, Florida. Located just a short drive from world-class shopping, dining, the World's Most Beautiful Beaches of Panama City Beach, and the ever-popular 30A Beaches of South Walton County. The community offers a plethora of amenities, including a lakeview swimming pool, health & fitness center, boardwalks and nature paths, parks, and a lakefront Boathouse with kayaks and canoes. Owners at Wild Heron can opt to join the WaterSound Beach Club, offering members exclusive access to Shark's Tooth Golf Course, The Third Golf Course, Camp Creek Golf Course, Camp Creek Amenities Center, and the WaterSound Beach Club for private beach access and its multiple pools and restaurants.
#1009958

Panama City Beach

2120 Wild Heron Way 201

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,192 Sq.Ft.

$649,000

MLS#: 1009958

Reduced! This ground floor unit most commonly known as ''Top Shelf'' in Wild Heron features over $150,000 in upgrades included with the most impeccable taste and charm in mind! This unit includes a private entry, over-sized two car garage with storage system & refrigerator, plantation shutters throughout, shiplap, upgraded kitchen, Florida room with built in bar and fridge, large soaking tub with separate shower, laundry room with sink, and lots of storage! Be sure to call for the full upgrades list! Linkside at Wild Heron consist of only 24 units, yet they have their very on private pool! That pool is easily accessible from this unit. The 2026 quarterly HOA fees just went down!!  Wild Heron is one of the best kept secrets in the Florida Panhandle, located on the banks of Lake Powell in West Panama City Beach and just east of Highway 30A. This gated community offers security, golf, nature trails, marina, fitness center, tennis, heated lakefront pool, community fire pit, clubhouse, fishing and more!
Lake Powell is the largest coastal dune lake in Florida and North America, covering almost 800 acres. Wild Heron is home to the award winning Greg Norman-designed Shark's Tooth Golf Course and also The Third Golf Course which is a brand-new 18-hole golf course designed by Davis Love III. Golf and tennis memberships are available through the Watersound Club and also includes Camp Creek Golf Course which is approximately twenty minutes away. Call today for the upgrades list and a private viewing. Come enjoy this Luxurious Community that offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with the HOA-provided lawn and landscape services. You will love it here!
#768817

Panama City Beach

1503 Tin Cup Court E101

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,018 Sq.Ft.

$585,000

MLS#: 768817

Wonderfully maintained condo located at Linkside at Wild Heron! This lakeside condo is located near the Shark Tooth's Club, has 2346 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 10 foot ceilings, hardwood flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a screened in porch and a 2 car garage! The 24 units at Linkside can be rented and share a pool. Wild Heron is a gated community located at the border of Northwest Florida's Walton and Bay Counties. It sits directly on Lake Powell, one of the region's largest coastal dune lakes. Coastal dune lakes exist as a natural estuarine transition between the Gulf of Mexico and inland areas. Amenities include Shark's Tooth Golf Club, Har-Tru Hydrocourt Tennis Courts, a lakeside grill and fire pit, community swimming pool, fitness center, board

pool and parks. Amenities at Wild Heron include the following.....THE BOATHOUSE AT PROPECT POINT - includes a dock for access to Lake Powell and is well stocked with kayaks and canoes for residents' use. SHARK'S TOOTH GOLF CLUB -A course designed by Greg Norman, Shark's Tooth is the centerpiece of the Wild Heron community. The course stretches to 7,209 yards from the back tees and features five fairways that border scenic Lake Powell, two holes that play toward the water and numerous wooden cart path bridges that cross over streams and estuaries. Shark's Tooth Golf Club is a private club within St. Joe Club & Resorts and is only open to Members and Resort Guests staying with St. Joe Club & Resorts. Access to and use of Shark's Tooth Golf Club is not included in the purchase of homes or homesites and require separate Membership. SHARK'S TOOTH CLUBHOUSE - The Clubhouse features a bar and grill, a large dining room, a restaurant and locker rooms, and you can also enjoy the four lighted Har-Tru hydrocourt tennis courts with a membership in Shark's Tooth Golf Club. NEIGHBORHOOD POOL - Enjoy a refreshing swim in the spacious, pool, which is designed with shade corridors and a variety of alcoves to offer that ''alone in a crowd'' feel. A children's pool and hot tub are also in this area. All of this overlooks Lake Powell. HEALTH CLUB - Enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center featuring cardio equipment (treadmills, bikes and stair climbers), dumbbells and Nautilus machines. Full locker rooms are provided for men and women. PLAYGROUND - Children will love the fully-equipped playground. FIREPIT - Located by the lake's edge is a fire pit with seating for up to 20 people for evening gatherings and storytelling. It's the perfect spot for a cool fall evening with family and friends. This is a great place to live and a beautiful condo!
#789001

Panama City Beach

1505 Tin Cup Court D201

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,346 Sq.Ft.

$550,000

MLS#: 789001

Opportunity to build your dream home in the gulf coast's most unique gated lakefront community. Wild Heron is a 734-acre sanctuary on the shore of Florida's largest coastal dune lake, Lake Powell. You will enjoy the lakefront heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, fishing dock boathouse with kayaks for resident's use to explore Lake Powell, lakefront boardwalk fire pit and a gathering area with fireplace overlooking Lake Powell. Wild Heron is located between Rosemary Beach on Scenic Highway 30A and the west end of Panama City Beach which offers beach, restaurants and Pier Park.
#1002433

Panama City Beach

1626 Lost Cove Lane

None Beds

None Baths

0.36 acres

$499,000

MLS#: 1002433

If you have been waiting for a great lot to come available in Wild Heron, The Reserve area... check this one out! This .74 acre corner lot is waiting for you to build your dream home!! Wild Heron is a rental restricted, gated, Coastal Sanctuary encompassing over 700 acres! Nature friendly with incredible natural surroundings!! With access to Lake Powell, the largest Coastal Dune Lake in North America!! Many amenities including a lake front pool and spa, lakeside boardwalk, Boathouse pavilion, walking trails, and fitness center!  Exterior  architectural renderings of the home designed for this property are available to view for interested buyers. One of my favorite neighborhoods... and it will be yours too!!  This lot is a must see!!
#1008184

Panama City Beach

1407 Old Oak Trail BXII-19

None Beds

None Baths

0.74 acres

$490,000

MLS#: 1008184

If you have been waiting for a great lot to come available in Wild Heron, the Reserve area... check this one out!! This .74 acre, corner lot is waiting for you to build your dream home!!  Wild Heron is a
rental restricted, gated, coastal sanctuary encompassing over 700 acres! Nature friendly, with incredible natural surroundings!! With access to Lake Powell, the largest coastal dune lake in North America!!  Many amenities including a lake front pool and spa, lakeside boardwalk, Boathouse pavilion, walking trails, and fitness center!  One of my favorite neighborhoods... and it will be yours too!! This lot is a must see!! Exterior architectural renderings of the home designed for this property are available to view for interested buyers!
#792873

Panama City Beach

1407 Old Oak Trail

None Beds

None Baths

0.74 acres

$490,000

MLS#: 792873

Opportunity to build your dream home on a .66 acre lot in the gulf coast's most unique gated lakefront community. Wild Heron is a 734-acre sanctuary on the shore of Florida's largest coastal dune lake, Lake Powell. You will enjoy the lakefront heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, fishing dock boathouse with kayaks for resident's use to explore Lake Powell, lakefront boardwalk fire pit and a gathering area with fireplace overlooking Lake Powell. Wild Heron is located between Rosemary Beach on Scenic Highway 30A and the west end of Panama City Beach which offers beach, restaurants and Pier Park.
#1009149

Panama City Beach

1539 Sharks Tooth Trail

None Beds

None Baths

0.66 acres

$475,000

MLS#: 1009149

New on site 4 days ago
Build your dream home in the beautiful,  gated community of Wild Heron. Located at 22110 Marsh Rabbit Run, this spacious wooded homesite offers a peaceful setting surrounded by mature pines and the natural beauty that makes Wild Heron so special. With its generous size and established surroundings, the property provides an ideal canvas for a custom home designed to take advantage of the privacy and serene setting.

Wild Heron is nestled along the shores of Lake Powell, Florida's largest coastal dune lake, offering residents a unique combination of nature, recreation, and coastal living. Community amenities include a lakeside swimming pool, fitness center, community dock, scenic walking and biking trails, playground, and beautifully preserved natural areas throughout the neighborhood. Wild Heron is also home to the private Shark's Tooth Golf Club.

Enjoy the tranquility of a gated community while remaining just a short drive from the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf, Scenic Highway 30A, Pier Park, dining, shopping, and everything Panama City Beach has to offer. 22110 Marsh Rabbit Run is an exceptional opportunity to create a custom home in one of Northwest Florida's most distinctive communities.
#793962

Panama City Beach

22110 Marsh Rabbit Run

None Beds

None Baths

0.57 acres

$475,000

MLS#: 793962

New on site 4 days ago
Build your dream home in the beautiful gated community of Wild Heron. Located at 22110 Marsh Rabbit Run, this spacious wooded homesite offers a peaceful setting surrounded by mature pines and the natural beauty that makes Wild Heron so special. With its generous size and established surroundings, the property provides an ideal canvas for a custom home designed to take advantage of the privacy and serene setting.

Wild Heron is nestled along the shores of Lake Powell, Florida's largest coastal dune lake, offering residents a unique combination of nature, recreation, and coastal living. Community amenities include a lakeside swimming pool, fitness center, community dock, scenic walking and biking trails, playground, and beautifully preserved natural areas throughout the neighborhood. Wild Heron is also home to the private Shark's Tooth Golf Club.

Enjoy the tranquility of a gated community while remaining just a short drive from the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf, Scenic Highway 30A, Pier Park, dining, shopping, and everything Panama City Beach has to offer. 22110 Marsh Rabbit Run is an exceptional opportunity to create a custom home in one of Northwest Florida's most distinctive communities.
#1009790

Panama City Beach

22110 Marsh Rabbit Run

None Beds

None Baths

0.57 acres

$475,000

MLS#: 1009790

Opportunity to build your dream home in the gulf coast's most unique gated lakefront community. Wild Heron is a 734-acre sanctuary on the shore of Florida's largest coastal dune lake, Lake Powell. You will enjoy the lakefront heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, fishing dock boathouse with kayaks for resident's use to explore Lake Powell, lakefront boardwalk fire pit and a gathering area with fireplace overlooking Lake Powell. Wild Heron is located between Rosemary Beach on Scenic Highway 30A and the west end of Panama City Beach which offers beach, restaurants and Pier Park.
#997987

Panama City Beach

1801 Lost Cove Lane

None Beds

None Baths

0.63 acres

$350,000

MLS#: 997987

Best lot in Wild Heron Exceptional views of the pond and great location with proximity to the gate. 
Build your custom dream home on this spacious 0.54-acre corner homesite in the prestigious gated community of Wild Heron. Ideally positioned near the community entrance, this unique lot fronts multiple streets and backs to a natural preserve, offering outstanding building flexibility, added privacy, and serene green views. With no neighboring homes directly abutting the property, this homesite provides a rare sense of space and seclusion.

Nestled within the 732-acre coastal sanctuary of Wild Heron on Lake Powell, residents enjoy access to some of the area's finest amenities, including the Greg Norman-designed Shark's Tooth Golf Club, resort-style pool and hot tub, fitness center, lakeside grills, fire pit, playground, scenic boardwalks, and the Boathouse at Prospect Point with kayaks and canoes available for resident use.

Conveniently located just minutes from the white-sand beaches of the Gulf, 30A, Pier Park, dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation, this is a rare opportunity to build in one of Panama City Beach's premier gated communities.
#1004469

Panama City Beach

1514 Sweetbay Trail

None Beds

None Baths

0.54 acres

$295,800

MLS#: 1004469

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