HISTORIC BAYFRONT ESTATE ON 4.3 ACRES WITH GUEST COTTAGES | Few properties along the Eastern Shore can match the beauty, serenity, and historic character of this extraordinary 4.3-acre estate with 187 feet of direct Mobile Bay frontage. Offering spectacular sunsets and timeless Southern charm, this one-of-a-kind property combines history with gracious living. A long private drive leads to the raised Greek Revival-style cottage, originally built in 1850 by Captain James J. Adams. The home’s architecture is a showcase of its era, featuring soaring 12+ foot ceilings, original heart pine floors, and four jib doors across the front that open directly onto the expansive porch, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living. Adding to the property’s uniqueness are two historic guest cottages, each with two rooms, a central fireplace, kitchen, bath, and window units. History suggests these structures once served as the estate’s original detached kitchens. The grounds are designed for relaxation and entertaining, centered around a stunning oversized pool crafted by renowned designer Fritz von Osthoff, framed by a beautifully landscaped courtyard. Inside the main residence, each of the three levels has been thoughtfully planned. The main level includes the primary suite with an oversized bath, formal living and dining rooms, a butler’s kitchen, and a private office. Upstairs you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, while the lower level features an open-concept layout with brick floors, a wood-burning fireplace, a large kitchen with a gas stove, and an additional en-suite bedroom. With its wide porches, majestic oaks, guest cottages, and sweeping bay views, this estate captures the grace and grandeur of true Southern living. Property is being sold “As Is.” Please see attached documentation. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
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Price cut: $375K (8/25)
$2,875,000
907 Captain O'Neal Dr, Daphne, AL 36526
5beds
6,530sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1943
4.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$440/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Direct mobile bay frontageRaised greek revival-style cottageMajestic oaksOversized poolWood-burning fireplaceCentral fireplaceWide porches
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 25, 2025 at 07:54am
Listed by:
Judy Niemeyer 251-583-5923,
Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC
Source: GCMLS,MLS#: 7577133

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Other Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,530
- Total interior livable area: 6,530 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Full Bath
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard, Rear Stairs
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- Frontage length: Water Frontage (182)
Lot
- Size: 4.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 182 x 987
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Cabana, Greenhouse, Guest House, Residence
- Parcel number: 4304190002024000
- Special conditions: Sold As/Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Electricity Available, Other
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: N0ne
Location
- Region: Daphne
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $440/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,183,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,819
- Date on market: 5/9/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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