1120 W Beach Dr, Panama City, FL 32401 listing details

For many of the last sixty-years, 1120 West Beach Drive has been a noted part of the community's social fabric and a preferred location for charitable events and community functions. Its post war Florida architecture and stunning location overlooking St. Andrew's Bay and the pass to the Gulf of Mexico have made the home a Panama City landmark. Seldom indeed are homes of this quality, character and distinction offered for sale. In 1953, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Smith, owners of Panama Supply and Equipment, built their dream home on the prominent drive that connects Panama City to the village of St. Andrews. Fitting to their position in the building industry, the finest materials and the best craftsmen were employed in construction of the home. Most recently, $600,000 was expended in extensive renovations and improvements to the already remarkable residence. Plaster moldings in the formal rooms of the house were lovingly restored. Hard wood floors were painstakingly returned to their original luster. Chandeliers original to the house were located, repaired and re-installed. A master bedroom suite was created from what had been two separate bedrooms and there are now two master suites on the first floor. The kitchen was stripped bare and rebuilt with the finest appliances. The suite located above the three-car garage was also completely renovated. An expansive wine cellar found a home in the finished basement, a powder room was located next to the parlor and library and the Florida room made fit as the most comfortable living space in the residence with its wrap around views of the bay and gardens. No expense was spared in restoring the home and adding to it those features that give it modern currency and value. Energy efficient hurricane proof protective windows were added. All wiring and electrical systems were replaced as were heating and air-conditioning. A natural gas generator was installed to serve in the rare event of a power outage. Insulation was upgraded and every