CUSTOM HOMES

Residential Services: Custom Coastal Homes on Florida’s Forgotten Coast

At Salty Secret Builders, we specialize in building custom coastal homes created specifically for the landscape, climate, and relaxed way of life found along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. From quiet waterfront communities and wooded coastal retreats to homes just steps from the Gulf, every project is thoughtfully designed around its setting and the people who will call it home.

Whether you are planning a permanent residence, retirement home, family gathering place, or vacation retreat, we build homes that combine timeless coastal character with the strength and durability required for life near the water.

Designed for the Forgotten Coast

The Forgotten Coast is unlike anywhere else in Florida. Its natural shoreline, peaceful communities, longleaf pines, and enduring Old Florida character deserve homes that complement the area rather than compete with it.

Our custom homes embrace the architectural details that define coastal living, including inviting porches, open interiors, abundant natural light, functional outdoor spaces, metal roofing, durable siding, and finishes inspired by the surrounding landscape. Every floor plan is tailored to the property, the views, and the way you intend to use your home.

Built for Coastal Conditions

Building near the Gulf requires specialized knowledge. Flood zones, storm surge, hurricane winds, salt air, drainage, elevation requirements, and site conditions must all be considered before construction begins.

We incorporate proven coastal construction methods and durable materials designed to perform in Florida’s demanding environment. Depending on the property and applicable requirements, this may include elevated foundations, concrete pilings, impact rated windows and doors, reinforced structural systems, metal roofing, moisture resistant materials, and carefully planned water management.

Resilience is not treated as an upgrade. It is part of the foundation of every coastal home we build.

A Custom Home Designed Around Your Life

A true custom home should reflect more than a particular architectural style. It should support the way you live every day.

We work closely with each client to create thoughtful spaces for entertaining, relaxing, hosting family, and enjoying the outdoors. Open living areas, well planned kitchens, generous porches, practical storage, comfortable primary suites, and carefully positioned windows help make every home functional, welcoming, and connected to its surroundings.

From the initial concept and floor plan through permitting, construction, and final completion, we guide the project with clear communication, detailed planning, and hands on oversight.

Quality That Endures

Every Salty Secret Builders home reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, durability, and attention to detail. We select materials and construction methods based not only on how they look when the home is completed, but also on how they will perform after years of coastal weather and everyday living.

As a family and veteran owned company led by a Florida State Certified General Contractor with more than three decades of construction experience, we understand the responsibility that comes with building someone’s home. Our goal is to create a home that provides lasting comfort, security, and value for generations.

Building Throughout the Forgotten Coast

Salty Secret Builders proudly builds custom coastal homes throughout St. Teresa, St. James, SummerCamp Beach, Panacea, Carrabelle, Alligator Point, Eastpoint, St. George Island, Apalachicola, and surrounding communities.

We are not trying to build every style of home in every part of Florida. Our focus is clear: exceptional coastal homes built specifically for the Forgotten Coast.

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