5 Luxury Waterfront Estates and a Blueberry Farm on the Gulf Coast

With the lake as its backdrop, The Weeks Bay Plantation unfolds across an organically certified blueberry farm on Alabama’s Eastern Shore, just 1,000 feet from Weeks Bay and moments from Mobile Bay. The property balances productive farmland with event and agro-tourism uses, anchored by a southern-style barn venue plus an outdoor stage and amphitheater overlooking a 10-acre freshwater lake. A cabana, dock, boat lift, boat ramp, zip line, and fishing-stocked waters set the scene for weddings, gatherings, festivals, and days outdoors; the lake has even hosted professional waterskiing by course designers Kris LaPoint, Ed Brazil, and Lucky Lowe. Four B&B accommodations include a raised two-bedroom cottage, two one-bedroom cottages, and a private Airstream among mature trees, supported by a two-story grain bin office with terrace and lake views and a dedicated laundry facility. Life here moves easily between shoreline breezes and cultivated rows.

Size: 44.4 acres

Along the shores of Bayou St. John, this custom waterfront residence takes in sweeping views across Perdido Pass and Ono Island, pairing a relaxed coastal outlook with serious durability. Set within the private gated community of Caswell at Bayou St. John in Orange Beach, the five-bedroom, four-bath layout includes a dedicated office/flex room and is designed to move easily from everyday routines to large-scale entertaining. Thoughtfully designed by Bob Chatham and Gold Fortified constructed by JP Martin Construction, the home emphasizes structural integrity with steel framing along the waterside and double-stud construction. Inside, 12-foot ceilings and walls of sliding glass doors draw the horizon into the main living spaces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor rhythm. Expansive covered porches—about 1,100 square feet in total—extend daily life to the water’s edge.

Along the water’s edge on Mobile Bay, this custom estate by Bill Puvis pairs 169 feet of bay frontage with panoramic views and celebrated sunsets. Set on 1.36 beautifully landscaped acres, the home is designed for both entertaining and everyday ease, with double porches overlooking the bay and multiple indoor-outdoor living spaces. Inside, an oversized great room centers on soaring cathedral ceilings, solid wood floors, a fireplace, and a wet bar with copper sink, marble countertops, and a wine refrigerator. The renovated kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator, gas cooktop, double ovens, dishwasher, marble countertops, and a spacious pantry with lighted cabinetry. The main-level primary suite enjoys porch access, bay views, and a spa-inspired bath with a custom walk-in closet. Upstairs: three en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets, plus sitting and laundry areas; downstairs: rec room, sunroom, hobby/workroom, and full bath. A triple-car garage, whole-house generator, irrigation well, detached screened porch, bulkhead, sandy beach access, and deeded community pier access complete the setting.

Along the water’s edge on the Gulf in Gautier, this fully renovated residence sits among large oak trees on 2.5 acres, with the river running along the front of the property. Recent updates include a new roof and driveways, a new sprinkler system, and fresh interior and exterior paint with Venetian plaster walls. The open floorplan is finished in wide-plank luxury vinyl flooring, with Dade County code storm-proof windows and commercial doors. In the kitchen, all-new cabinetry pairs with stainless appliances, quartz countertops, and a spacious island, while tile flooring adds durability in every bathroom. Designed for gathering, the home includes a wet bar, surround sound, and a fireplace, plus a large open patio with wrought-iron railings and a covered outdoor area with vaulted ceilings. A bulkheaded shoreline, boathouse with lifts, and an air-conditioned fish-cleaning station complete the waterfront routine.

Along the water’s edge on Bay Drive in Orange Beach, this reimagined retreat frames sweeping, unobstructed sunset views across Wolf Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, set directly across from Sapling Point. Rebuilt down to the studs in 2021, the 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence pairs clean lines and tile flooring with a modern coastal sensibility. The primary suite reads as a private sanctuary, with a spa-inspired ensuite featuring a designer tile shower, soaking tub, and dual vanities. At the center of the home, a chef’s kitchen is anchored by an impressive 5×6 quartz island designed for easy gathering. Outdoor living unfolds on the screened porch, in the hot tub overlooking the bay, or out on the private dock—complete with a boat slip and lift for immediate access to open water. Days here naturally follow the light.