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South Walton County Florida

11/13/2016

What is South Walton County (SoWal) 30A, Florida?

South Walton or SoWal and 30a, are renowned for its natural scenic beauty, turquoise waters and sugar sand beaches. Our one-of-a-kind destination offers a totally unique lifestyle to fit any style. Find everything from modern condos to rustic beach bungalows, choose your favorite and settle in with your perfect paradise home.

Spend time in South Walton with your family and you will know what it means to cozy up in a beach home where you can spend quality time with your family. South Walton encompasses an unparalleled strand of 16 distinct beach neighborhoods, each with its own traditions, charm and visual style -- including Florida’s #1 Resort -Sandestin, Seascape, Miramar Beach, Dune Allen, Gulf Place, Santa Rosa Beach, Blue Mountain, Grayton Beach, WaterColor, (the grand daddy of 30a) Seaside, Seagrove, WaterSound, Seacrest, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach and Inlet Beach. Small town allure is still alive and yes thriving.
Travel + Leisure's calls this place "Best Beaches on Earth"

South Walton also enjoys diverse shopping from little family shops to the outlet malls of Silver Sands and many great restaurants to satisfy and taste. There are plenty of ways to work off overindulgence's. As one of Florida’s greenest regions, 40% of Walton’s land is preserved. There are five state-owned parks, preserves and forests, which make for a pristine, yet wild and lush coastline. South Walton is also home to 15 coastal dune lakes, longleaf pines, sea-oat-covered dunes, wetlands, marshes and the two highest points in the state of Florida. This is anything but your average beach.

Getting out and enjoying the wild biodiversity is quite common for locals and tourists seeking beach adventures. Horseback riding, kayaking, canoeing and standup paddling are seen throughout South Walton.

Go to SOWAL30A find your Dream Home.

320 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit 211, Miramar Beach FL , 32550

7/14/2015

Wonderful location across the street from the beach. For only 145,000
See 320 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit 211, Miramar Beach FL , 32550

GREAT CONDO & LOCATION~ East end of Scenic Hwy 98 - ENJOY a WALK to the beach access; Silver Sands Outlet Mall; Winn-Dixie; restaurants and more. This 2nd Floor/END UNIT has 1 bedroom w/bunk area. LOW HOA fees~ FRESHLY PAINTED~ This 16 unit complex has a private pool. Come enjoy the many benefits of being in Miramar Beach.SELLER offers Appliance Credit of $2,500 ~Note: A/C replaced in 2013~ ~Carpet replaced in 2014

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Condos Under 150K in Miramar Beach

Carson Oaks

12/29/2014

Upon entering Carson Oaks, you will be overwhelmed by the awe-inspiring, towering oaks that welcome you into this New Orleans style neighborhood.

Situated on the edge of Walton County, Carson Oaks offers beautiful construction and a luxurious family environment near one-of-a-kind resort communities. With a private waterfront boat launch and docks for the homeowners, the residents of Carson Oaks enjoy easy access to the beautiful beaches of South Walton and SoWal- 30A, as well as a centrally located neighborhood park with heated pool.

Topping off the appeal of these attractive residences are the amenities available to homeowners including supremely-landscaped common areas, a modern boat launch and nature-laden foot and bike trails.

Carson Oaks is close proximity to the area’s finest shopping including Destin Commons, The Market Shops of Sandestin and the Silver Sands Outlet Mall. In terms of healthcare, Carson Oaks is right down the road from the state-of-the-art Sacred Heart Hospital of the Emerald Coast.

Huff Homes will be developing the final 15 lots of Carson Oaks with completion scheduled for mid-2015.

Sandestin, Prestwick Place

8/11/2014

Have you ever imagined leaving it all behind for life at the beach? Now you can!

Sandestin is perhaps the most sought after location along the Emerald Coast and Prestwick Place homes are no exception! Look at these charming Florida style cottage’s that marries old CHARLESTON “INSPIRED” ARCHITECTURE with life at the beach! The inviting ambiance begins the moment you enter Prestwick Place, you notice the homes have personalities and the 30 or so homes are set in a natural setting. All the homes have metal roofs and many have garages. If you love golf this community has quick access to Baytowne Golf Course just over the little bridge in the cul-de-sac . Many of the homes have lake or golf course views and some have both. Many of these homes have had full revocations making these homes even more spectacular than when they were built. This neighborhood is very conveniently located just inside the east gate. Hop on your golf cart and be in Grand Blvd in minutes.

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Genoa Homes for Sale Sandestin Florida

8/6/2014

Genoa Homes for Sale in Sandestin Florida

New home built by Huff (one of the most prestigious builders in the area) is located on one of the most desirable lots in the highly sought after neighborhood of Genoa in Sandestin, Florida. The lot sits on the 5th fairway of the Raven Golf Course with wonderful views.

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It is a 4 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home with the master bedroom on the main level. There is an additional bedroom and bath on the main level with two guest rooms with their own private baths upstairs. There is also a media room or den upstairs. The basic finishes include travertine flooring in all areas other than bedrooms, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, 10'ceilings on the main level, GE Monogram appliances and insulated impact glass windows.

Sandestin Resort, Pine Ridge Villas Short Sale

7/25/2014

Pine Ridge Villas, Short Sale 375,000, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

SEE THIS BEAUTIFUL THREE BEDROOM THREE BATH CONDO IN THE PINE RIDGE VILLAS CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY WITHIN THE SANDESTIN GOLF & BEACH RESORT. THIS CONDO HAS PANORAMIC VIEWS THAT INCLUDE THE 13TH FAIRWAY & 15TH GREEN OF THE BAYTOWNE GOLF COURSE. THIS GREAT CONDO HAS 10 FT CEILINGS WITH 5 CEILING FANS & CROWN MOLDING IN FOYER, LIVING ROOM & ALL BEDROOMS. MASTER SUITE FEATURES WALK-IN CLOSET, TUMBLED MARBLE COUNTERTOPS WITH DOUBLE VANITY, SEPARATE SHOWER WITH SEAT & JACUZZI WHIRLPOOL TUB. WET BAR WITH GRANITE COUNTER TOP AND TUMBLE MARBLE BACKSPLASH IN LIVING AREA. TRAVERTINE MARBLE FLOORING IN FOYER,DINING & LIVING ROOM, KITCHEN & MASTER BATH. ALL ELECTRIC KITCHEN INCLUDES GRANITE COUNTER TOP WITH TUMBLED MARBLE FULL UNDER CABINET BACKSPLASH AND STAINLESS APPLIANCES.

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Sandestin Florida, Sandpiper Village

7/24/2014

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort - Sandpiper Village - Great Value!

Sandestin's Sandpiper Village was developed in 1976, there are 73 detached cottages with 2, 3 & 4 bedrooms and with 1 or 2 stories. This is what many consider an original Sandestin neighborhood. However, most of each property's structures have been remodeled, updated, etc. making them more current and creating a lower insurance coverage as a result. The owners' association is a condo association. This has created a wonderful value for the owners with the roof, exterior, etc. insured, maintained, updated and protecting value for all Sandpiper owners. These homes are rental capable and are favorites among returning guests. Click here to see homes

One Beach Club Drive, Condominiums

7/22/2014

Sandestin Resort's, One Beach Club Drive Condominiums.

One Beach Club Drive Condominium’s, located on the beachside. There are 102 units built in 2003. Some of these residential condos have views of both the gulf and the bay. There are 2,3,4 & 5 bedoom units from 1,900sq ft to over 5,000sq ft.

Private poolside cabanas, tennis courts, (on-site) first class fitness center, clubroom, media room, large pool, hot tub and beach club memberships are just some of what makes One Beach Club Drive Condominium the special place it truly is. Click here to see available units

One Beach Club Drive embodies all the Sandestin Resort has to offer.

Sandestin offers a variety of real estate options

7/20/2014

Sandestin offers a variety of real estate options, with amenities that include golf, biking, the beach, marine activities, and shopping, dining and entertainment at the Village of Baytowne Wharf! These amenities extend to the Grand Boulevard shopping plaza, which includes more dining and shopping and even a Publix grocery store, all of which are accessible via golf cart!

If you are looking for a cottage style home in Sandestin, consider looking in Laurel Grove, Crystal Lake at Sandestin or the Bungalos at Sandestin. If an estate size home is what you need, then Burnt Pine, Island Green or Baytowne Avenue may be for you.

Sandestin also offers bay front and gulf front condos. Gulf Front condos include the Luau, Westwinds, Southwinds, Beachside and One Beach Club Drive. If walking to the beach is ideal, then these condos are a good place to live. Bay front condos are located primarily in the Village of Baytowne Wharf and include Bahia, Le Jardin, Elation, Observation Point, Grand Sandestin, Market Street Inn, Pilot House and Lasata. They are in the middle of the a Village at Baytowne Wharf and have quick access to dining, drinks and entertainment.

Sandestin has four golf courses, Baytowne, The Raven, Burnt Pine and The Links. The Baytowne golf course was designed by Tom Jackson and features wide, forgiving fairways and 18 holes of play, which start on the Bayside of Sandestin and continue on to the Beachside and back again. The Raven golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and was featured in Golf Digest. Burnt Pine was designed by Rees Jones and is the most exclusive of the four courses with spectacular views of the Bay. The Links, also designed by Tom Jackson, is perhaps the most challenging of the 4 courses with narrow fairways and water hazards along most of the holes. The challenging play of The Links at Sandestin, along with beautiful bay views from most of the holes, makes this course a favorite for more advanced golfers. Many of the Sandestin homes has views of these golf courses, this is a true golfers paradise.

Whatever your home or condominiums needs, Sandestin is a place where you can turn your dreams into a lifestyle!

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

7/18/2014

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a feast for the senses.

Whether it is the rhythmic waves lapping along our spectacular sugar white beaches, or the soft mist rolling off the green fairways giving away to another sunny day at our 2400 acre resort. Whether it is the the delighted squeals from children playing, or the the shared laughter of friends remembering adventures of the past day at a village coffee shop. Whatever the moment captured, the sights and sounds of Sandestin offer a sense of warmth, safety and comfort. The feelings that Sandestin inspires can be difficult to describe at times, but those who have discovered this paradise will tell you that one thing is easily understood - Sandestin is a place to call home. As the resort is home for so many kind and gracious people. Sandestin is often a special place for family and friends to gather together. It is a place where traditions are born and kept: where family memories are made and treasured. So we thought it only appropriate to start a blog that celebrates this place we call home.
By: Gena Bolton