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IN EVERY ISSUE 6 Upcoming Events at the Beach 9 Letter from the Editor 27 Your Coastal Luxury Team 28 Luxury Home Listings
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EMERALD CREST: 95 YEARS OF MEMORIES AND GROWTH by Rita Montgomery
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PLANNING TO BUILD: START YOUR PLANNING EARLY by Mike Carpenter
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WHERE TO CAST AWAY: FISHING OPTIONS ALONG 30A by Sallie Paris
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ESCAPE TO THE BEACH: BEHIND THE VISION OF 24 ESCAPE DRIVE by Erin Oden
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Upcoming Events at the Beach Sandestin Family Fishing Tournament
30A Cornhole Tournament
ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival
EVERY WEDNESDAY STARTING MARCH 9 12:00 P.M. TO 2:00 P.M. BAYTOWNE MARINA
SATURDAY, APRIL 18 10:00 A.M. EAST LONG GREEN ROSEMARY BEACH
2020 Chi Chi Miguel Weekend
MKAF Concerts in The Village Series
SATURDAY, MAY 9 – SUNDAY, MAY 10 10:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.; 10:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. GRAND BOULEVARD AT SANDESTIN
THURSDAY, APRIL 2 – SATURDAY, APRIL 4 SANTA ROSA BEACH
Sandestin Wine Festival THURSDAY, APRIL 16 – SUNDAY, APRIL 19 THE VILLAGE OF BAYTOWNE WHARF
Grayt Easter 5k SATURDAY, APRIL 11 8:00 A.M. TO 9:00 A.M. GRAYTON BEACH STATE PARK
FEBRUARY – MAY 7:30 P.M. MATTIE KELLY CULTURAL ARTS VILLAGE
South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival THURSDAY, APRIL 23 – SUNDAY, APRIL 26 GRAND BOULEVARD AT SANDESTIN
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Vin’tij Wine Dinner MAY 1 VIN’TIJ WINE BOUTIQUE
CVHN Smile Mile & 5k SATURDAY, MAY 9 6:30 A.M. WATERCOLOR MARINA PARK
Digital Graffiti FRIDAY, MAY 15 – SATURDAY, MAY 16 8:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M.; 6:00 P.M. TO 11:00 P.M. ALYS BEACH
Love All Tennis Tournament SATURDAY, MAY 16 8:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. ROSEMARY BEACH RACQUET CLUB
30A Sand Rover Rally 2020
Art Month South Walton
Memorial Day Weekend Concert
SATURDAY, APRIL 18 9:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. SANTA ROSA BEACH
STARTS MAY 1 VARIOUS LOCATIONS SANTA ROSA BEACH
SATURDAY, MAY 23 7:00 P.M. TO 8:30 P.M. SEASIDE AMPHITHEATER
DIGITAL GRAFFITI
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SOUTH WALTON BEACHES WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
With many great events that take place in our coastal communities, there’s so much to do! Here’s a sampling of events coming soon.
VOL. 13 SPRING 2020
COASTAL LUXURY MAGAZINE FOR LUXURY LIVING ALONG NORTHWEST FLORIDA’S GULF COAST
FOUNDER / EDITOR Erin Oden
RUN/SUP Summer Race Series EVERY FRIDAY JUNE 5 – JULY 31 7:30 A.M. WATERCOLOR BOATHOUSE
COPY EDITOR Jody Dyer CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Mike Carpenter, Rita Montgomery, Erin Oden, Sallie Paris CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Jean Allsopp, Tim Kramer, Kurt Lischka, Tim Ryan, Kimberly Smith, Jacqueline Ward
Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 – SUNDAY, JUNE 21 BAYTOWNE MARINA
Local Farmers Markets Seaside Farmers Market EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. SEASIDE AMPHITHEATER
Grand Boulevard Farmers Market EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. GRAND BOULEVARD AT SANDESTIN
ROWLAND PUBLISHING CREATIVE & SALES PUBLISHER Brian Rowland VICE PRESIDENT/CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT McKenzie Burleigh DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION AND TECHNOLOGY Daniel Vitter CUSTOM PUBLISHING MANAGER Sara Goldfarb CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jennifer Ekrut PUBLICATION DESIGNER Sarah Burger MANAGING EDITOR Jeff Price SALES AND EVENTS MANAGER Mackenzie Little SALES MANAGER, WESTERN DIVISION Rhonda Lynn Murray
Rosemary Beach Farmers Market
DIRECTOR OF NEW BUSINESS, WESTERN DIVISION Dan Parker
EVERY SUNDAY 9:00 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M. ROSEMARY BEACH TOWN CENTER
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Julie Dorr, Darla Harrison, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Caitlin Painter
PHOTO BY KURT LISCHKA (DIGITAL GRAFFITI), KIMBERLY SMITH COURTESY OF EMERALD COAST BLUE MARLIN CLASSIC AND COURTESY OF SOUTH WALTON BEACHES WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
AD SERVICES COORDINATORS Tracy Mulligan, Lisa Sostre
COVER PHOTO CREDIT Kurt Lischka
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Sales Peak in the Warmer Months! CLOSED SALES VOLUMES OF 30A HOMES
+64% $480,597,738 $335,090,601
Q4 2018
+37% $400,541,089
$402,688,069
Q3 2019
Q4 2019
$293,375,909
Q1 2019
Q2 2019
CLOSED SALES VOLUMES OF DESTIN/MIRAMAR BEACH
+46% $357,556,781 $257,423,728
$245,223,137
Q4 2018
Q1 2019
Q2 2019
+25% $306,655,371
Q3 2019
$262,618,204
Q4 2019
Statistics according to data gathered from FLEX MLS for combined residential properties (detached homes, attached units and condos). Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prepared compliments of Erin Oden, Coastal Luxury.
THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS PROVIDE THE HIGHEST CONCENTRATION OF PROSPECTIVE HOME BUYERS IN OUR COASTAL MARKET.
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Our Shining Season
Summertime at the Beach
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ummer is here, and our sugar white beaches are bustling, full of smiling vacationers and locals alike! Our special coastal communities along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast continue to be discovered by more and more who are flocking to our coast simply to enjoy time at the beach in a truly unique and idyllic setting. Summer is our shining season, the most popular time of the year, and a reminder to all to leave behind the busyness of life, head to the beach, slow down and unwind — and enjoy the simple pleasures of being on “beach time.”
Our many beach communities are diverse, each having their own unique and defined traits, yet the charm of these coastal communities lends one commonality of a simple little luxury: time at the beach.
The inception of the new urban community of Seaside in the early 1980s laid the path for many other new urbanism beach towns to follow along our coast. New urbanism coastal towns have shown us what a perfect coastal beach town should be: a simpler, slower speed. These pedestrian-focused beach towns encourage us to downshift our pace, slide on our flip flops and hop on a bicycle. The new urbanism planned communities along our coast have been very successful in establishing the concepts of idyllic coastal living.
Flip through our summer issue for a look at the healthy local home market trends, upcoming summer events and luxury real estate offerings — plus feature stories on the May family’s 95-year history on 30A, and the vision behind one of 30A’s newest Gulf-front communities.
The many years of strong real estate market trends confirm the significant demand for the lifestyle concepts lent by strategically planned communities. These architecturally significant coastal towns, founded on the principles of new urbanism, have established the highest quality of coastal living to be found. Buyers of beach properties agree!
Erin Oden is the principal broker and owner of Coastal Luxury, a real estate firm that maintains a strong emphasis on intimate market knowledge and expertise in the luxury and Gulf-front market. Erin can be reached at 850.502.1220 or erin@coastalluxury.com. Or stop by Coastal Luxury, located directly on 30A, the first office east of Alys Beach. Search all available properties at CoastalLuxury.com/SEARCH.
We hope to see you here this summer. Be sure to get in some beach time!
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2019 Sales Snapshot F O R T H E G R E AT E R D E S T I N T O 3 0 A H O M E M A R K E T
O V E R A L L S C E N I C H I G H W AY 30A CORRIDOR
WAT E R S O U N D B E A C H
VOLUME OF SALES
$1,577,202,805
VOLUME OF SALES
$103,505,000
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$1,018,865
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$2,407,093
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$437
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$695
ROS E M A RY
WAT E R C O L O R
VOLUME OF SALES
$93,521,500
VOLUME OF SALES
$153,813,375
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$1,833,755
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$1,788,528
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$798
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$554
A LY S B E A C H
SEASIDE
VOLUME OF SALES
$101,698,879
VOLUME OF SALES
$59,097,000
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$2,480,460
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$2,272,962
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$962
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$1,085
Statistics according to data gathered from FLEX MLS for combined residential properties (detached residences, attached units, and condos only; EXCLUDES vacant land). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prepared compliments of Erin Oden, Coastal Luxury. 10 | Spring 2020
PRICE TRENDS
3 0 A G U L F- F R O N T
B AY F R O N T D E S T I N T O S O U T H W A LT O N
VOLUME OF SALES
$218,618,650
VOLUME OF SALES
$86,323,555
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$2,043,165
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$737,808
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$852
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$299
30 A H I G H E N D LUXU RY $3 M +
OVERALL DESTIN, MIRAMAR BEACH
VOLUME OF SALES
$308,255,355
VOLUME OF SALES
$1,172,053,493
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$4,055,992
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$518,837
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$1,105
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$295
G R AY T O N B E A C H
SANDESTIN RESORT
VOLUME OF SALES
$15,184,000
VOLUME OF SALES
$226,906,546
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$1,265,333
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$527,690
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$604
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$297
CARILLON BEACH
B U R N T P I N E AT SANDESTIN RESORT
VOLUME OF SALES
$23,317,000
VOLUME OF SALES
$45,286,500
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$804,034
AV E R A G E SALES PRICE
$1,415,203
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
$385
AV E R A G E P R I C E PER SQUARE FOOT
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Emerald Crest 95 Years of Memories and Growth BY RITA MONTGOMERY
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EMERALD CREST
Fount May and his wife, Beth, and beloved fur baby, Lady
In the 1920s, 160-acre tracts of Walton County land just west of Camp Helen were offered as homestead sites. Lucian May began a legacy that has spanned six generations; now, his great nephew, Fount May, kindly shares some memories. Beach life was rugged in the early days. To cross the Apalachicola River, the homesteaders used U.S. 90 (which had the only bridge, built in 1922, over the river), then from Chipley, they followed dirt and logging roads to the beach. From there, families drove west on the beach to reach their properties. Lucian May built the house in 1925, and the government’s only requirements were for owners to live there two years and grow crops. May planted peach trees and watermelons, and though the soil refused to yield, the government was satisfied with his attempts. The Mays’ ownership was secured
and deeded in 1927. Lucian dug a well and built a cypress water tank before the house burned in 1935, but Fount’s grandfather and Great Uncle Fred rebuilt with salvaged lumber. In the early 1930s, Lucian sold to May Tobacco Company, which was owned by Fount’s grandfather (also named Fount) and Uncle Fred. Electricity arrived in the early ’60s, and the home was divided into a men’s side and a women’s side (each with its own bathroom), which Fount says worked out well with huge crowds. The homestead offered simultaneous adventure, labor, and fun. Longhorn cattle ran wild in small herds, but wild hogs were CoastalLuxury.com | 15
EMERALD CREST
“We owe it to my great uncle, Lucian May. If he hadn’t gone down there as a young man in 1925 and homesteaded … we just owe everything to him.” — Fount May
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a threat, so the Mays dug and covered trash pits every day. The family brought canned vegetables, salted fish and live chickens. They also caught and boiled abundant blue crabs in sea water on the home’s wood stove and poured them onto a newspaper-covered dining table. Later, the Mays traveled every three days to Webb’s Grocery in Sunnyside Beach, where adults bought blocks of ice and children enjoyed ice cream treats. During World War II, Germans subs were active in the Gulf, and the U.S. Coast Guard took over Emerald Crest. The family regained possession in 1946, but the cubbyholes used by the military are still in the house. When Fount was
a child, many family members slept in left-behind bunk beds and played on the Coast Guard’s ping-pong table. In 1972, the May men were in the shade tobacco business. When production moved to Central America, the family decided to start a new business and raised capital by selling acreage to what is now Alys Beach before moving the house to its current location. The family has donated the house to The Alaqua Animal Refuge. Understandably, the whole family is attached to the cottage. The memories are countless. Fount shares, “With no light pollution back then, you could go outside on a starry
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night, and the stars were absolutely amazing. They dropped all the way down to the water. We had great fun building big bonfires and sleeping on the beach. We have shed real tears over selling the place. So many people have stayed there through the years. We owe it to my great uncle, Lucian May. If he hadn't gone down there as a young man in 1925 and homesteaded … we just owe everything to him.” In their honor, Alys Beach recently built two condominiums on the north side of 30A. One of them is called The Lucian and the other one is called The May. The name Emerald Crest came from Lucian’s uncle, F.P. May, as they stood on the bluff looking out to sea. F.P. surveyed to the east, west, the water and the green shrub brush and said, “Why, Lucian, this looks just like an Emerald Crest.” Emerald Crest holds 95 years of memories for the May family and friends. On March 23, it will be turned over to the developers of Kaiya Beach Resort. While the house will be gone, the memories, spirit of beach adventure and legacy of the May family will always remain.
Rita Montgomery has taken exceptional care of 30A homebuyers and investors for over 17 years. Born in Parker, Florida, she has raised five children and currently resides on 30A. Rita has been recognized multiple times for exceptional performance as a top agent in the luxury real estate market and has superb working relationships with buyers and sellers up and down the coast. Contact Rita at 850.819.5749 or rita@coastalluxury.com. Search available properties at CoastalLuxury.com.
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WHERE TO
Cast Away BY SALLIE PARIS
WHAT DRAWS PEOPLE TO 30A? Obviously, Gulf Coast communities delight residents and visitors with wonderful restaurants, plentiful attractions, a gorgeous landscape, stunning architecture, and warm weather, but water is the greatest treasure and the wellspring of excitement in South Walton County, particularly for anglers. The nickname “Emerald Coast” is perfect, as it notes 30A is a jewel. While “Emerald Coast” honors the green-blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, South Walton County also presents many fantastic options for catching fresh and saltwater fish.
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FISHING ON 30A
WHERE CAN YOU FISH? DUNE LAKES The area is home to 15 coastal dune lakes, which are formed by storm surges that swap Gulf and lake water. Only a few places in the entire world (among them Madagascar, New Zealand, Australia) have this water chemistry that provides a healthy habitat for fresh and saltwater fish. Dune lakes are calm, so fishing from paddleboards, kayaks, and canoes is a relaxing experience. Some lakes have no public access, so do research before you go.
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PHOTO BY FALLBROOK (SUNSET), KRBLOKHIN (KAYAK), MICHELLE FERGUSON (FISHING POLES) AND MICHAEL JARECKI (FISH) / ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS
At its widest, the bay is 6 miles across, but the water stretches over 30 miles long and offers the best of fresh and saltwater marine life. Anglers find edible sea life of all sizes, from shrimp and oysters to blue crab, speckled trout and mullet. Dolphins are frequent flyers in these abundant waters, which also boast the endangered giant Gulf sturgeon. Fish from docks, shore, canoes/ kayaks — or wow the family by renting a pontoon boat with a waterslide.
BEACH Pack tackle the night before and wake early to fish at sunrise on the soft sands of South Walton County. Beach fishing, also known as surf fishing, is as much fun to watch as it is to attempt. Live bait is preferred. Fishermen may rake the beach to gather sand fleas for bait. Besides using rods and reels, many anglers seine the shallows and throw nets into the surf to gather shrimp, crabs, mullet and more.
GIGGING While this might not be the first idea that comes to mind when planning a fishing adventure, night gigging is an amusing way for people of all ages to catch flounder. Using five-prong spears and underwater lights, you float atop the water and watch the bottom of the bay or Gulf for easy targets. Guided tours are available.
DEEP SEA What better way is there to explore the Gulf than to venture into its deep water? By definition, fishing is “deep sea” when the water is at least 30 meters in depth. Of course, that allows room for much bigger catches like snapper, marlin, tuna, mackerel, amberjack and wahoo. Charter boat excursions range in amenities, time commitments, pricing and pickup spots, and many provide all necessary bait and tackle. South Walton is home to many lifelong fishermen and professional boat captains who are prepared to show you a great time. Catch and release is one way to dispense of bounty, but there are other options. Anglers can take their catches to several local South Walton restaurants, where chefs will prepare them as meals. Visitors can also have their fish packed and shipped anywhere in the U.S. Taxidermy allows you to share your impressive catch for years to come, as does having a local artist depict it on canvas.
To review a list of state park dune lakes with information on public access, visit: WaltonOutdoors.com/ all-the-parks-in-waltoncounty-florida/coastaldune-lakes-of-southwalton For licensing information, visit Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at: MyFWC. com/license/recreational/ do-i-need-one
No matter which waterway you explore and what kind of fish you find, South Walton County has an answer to every question and every need for fishermen of all skill levels.
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Beach to the
Behind the Vision of 24 Escape Drive in Inlet Beach, Florida We recently sat down with architect Darrell Russell of prominent firm A BOHEME Design to hear about the vision behind one of 30A’s newest luxury Gulf-front communities, Escape.
How did you discover 30A? Tell us about your first visit to 30A. Darrell: In the 1980s, some friends
invited me to join them on a visit to Seaside. It was love at first site. Back then 30A was uncrowded and very peaceful. I remember later when Harriet Crommelin started construction on Café Thirty-A, it seemed to be “in the middle of nowhere.”
With your broad background in designing high-end residences along all of the areas of Scenic 30A, share with us your specific selection of Inlet Beach as the community for designing and building luxury Gulf-front communities — and why Escape is so special to you. Darrell: My first real estate purchase at
the beach was in Rosemary Beach in its first release of Gulf-front lots. There were five in the release, and four had sold. They were $265,000 at that time; I only regret that I didn’t buy them all! A few years later, I bought another lot in Rosemary Beach, as well as a larger 1.25 acre parcel in Inlet Beach. The reason I bought the Inlet Beach 24 | Spring 2020
parcel back then (I think it was 1998) was to own a larger lot for a “down the road,” one-story retirement residence. Back then, Inlet Beach was literally like being in the country, and because of its history, there were a number of undeveloped 1.25 acre parcels. I paid $240,000 for mine. Some of the realtors thought I had lost my mind, but thankfully property here has increased in value more than 10 times in those 20-plus years. I fell in love with Inlet Beach much the same way I had fallen in love with Seaside more than a decade prior. It is convenient to all the wonderful benefits of Scenic 30A with quick access to Highway 98, and I can be at the airport in 20 minutes. Inlet Beach is generally less crowded than other communities along 30A and has great residents and the diverse character of an old beach place. The property on which Escape was developed was one of those 1.25-acre parcels that had been owned and used by the Edwards family for decades. Thankfully a neighbor was willing to take possession of the old Edwards family beach house, and Ducky Johnson’s company moved the house across the road. Our client had enjoyed using the old beach house for quite some
time during the architectural planning and initial construction stages of Escape; however, the physical site of the house was used for the Escape amenity building that includes private air conditioned garages, a second-floor pool with beautiful views, and a complete pool cabana guest apartment. I am really pleased that the implementation of Escape development added an architecturally cohesive and exclusive enclave of luxury homes to Inlet Beach.
What were the original visionary elements and features that you wanted to bring to life in this project? What are the unique highlights of this exceptional residence at 24 Escape Drive? Darrell: Most importantly, with great
views of the Gulf, we wanted to maximize the views. Of its five bedrooms, 24 Escape has three facing the Gulf — in addition to the Gulf-facing, large, open-plan great room and kitchen. As you know, my
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firm designs luxury houses in many styles, but we consistently design with restraint — keeping function, quality and maintenance as major influences. We desired a design solution for Escape that would elevate architectural quality in Inlet Beach. Subconsciously, I wanted a solution in which Inlet Beach, the Edwards family and the new owners would have pride. 24 Escape has a very open, functional floor plan, a great kitchen, really nice storage and closets, and wonderful views. The houses are positioned completely landward of the CCCL (coastal control construction line), and like many houses we design, they are engineered following the criteria of fortification. Fortified is a nationally recognized building method that goes beyond building codes to strengthen
buildings against specific natural hazards such as high winds and hurricanes. Fortified standards are based on more than 20 years of scientific research and real-world testing by IBHS, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety.
What tidbits do you have to share with the future owners of the residence at 24 Escape Drive? Darrell: I suspect the future owners of
24 Escape Drive will greatly enjoy each visit. If they decide to use the house as a full time residence, they will greatly enjoy being home. They will also fall in love with Inlet Beach and its “old beach town” idiosyncrasies.
The residence of 24 Escape Drive is currently offered for sale. Please see pages 34–35 for full listing details.
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135 Ansley Forest Drive BAY -FR ON T - T H E EST UARY
800.359.0748 EXT. 4608 30 | Spring 2020
POINT WASHINGTON
T H I S ST U N N I N G, T I M ELESS ESTATE BOASTS R E LA XI N G BAY- FRONT V I EWS BUILT IN 2012 4,074 Sq. Ft.
5 Bedrooms 5/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,295,000
• Nestled within the serene gates of The Estuary on 106 feet of bay frontage • Elegant open floor plan with a foyer offers direct bay views from living room, dining room and kitchen • Reclaimed distressed heartof-pine floors throughout • Open shelving lines the custom-designed chef’s kitchen • Lush, tranquil backyard features a dark water pool • Newly renovated boat dock and slip can accommodate a 24-foot boat • Home offers his and her office, one with a full en-suite bath and the other with a half bath • First-floor master suite boasts incredible bay views, walk-in closet, soaking tub, separate shower and marble double vanity • A fifth room is located over the oversized twocar garage and carriage house, which also provides additional storage
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343 Shoreline Drive FR EEPORT
CU STOM-B U ILT H A L F-AC R E G EM IN THE Q U I E T CO M M U N I TY O F L AGRANG E S H O R ES • Spectacular views of LaGrange Bayou and surrounding wetlands • Stained hardwood pine and porcelain tile run throughout the home • All four showers are walk-in showers finished in marble and porcelain tile • Foodies will love the gas range, stainless steel farmhouse sink, quartz-top island and cabinet space
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• New fridge and dishwasher were just installed
BUILT IN 2014 3,063 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms
Offered at $435,000
107 Smugglers Cove Court
PANAMA CITY BEACH
L AK E S AT S UM M ER BR EEZ E
S PAC IO U S H O ME WI T H GUL F VI EWS ON TH E W EST E N D PANAMA C I T Y BEAC H • Across the street from the beach • Situated on the lake at Summer Breeze • 10-foot ceilings and 8-foot doors • Travertine floors on entire first level • Slate on all decks and balconies • Granite countertops on all surfaces, including bathrooms and wet bar • Custom cabinets with built-ins around the fireplace • Two heating and air conditioning systems
BUILT IN 2004 2,320 Sq. Ft. 32 | Spring 2020
800.359.0748 EXT. 3678 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms
Offered at $495,000
110 Parkshore Drive
CARILLON BEACH
C ARILLON BE ACH
E XC E PT I ONAL H OM ESI TE I N T H E P OP ULAR,AME N I TYR I C H COMMUNI T Y OF CAR I LLON B E AC H • Private pool • Three lots from Bellview Park where there are tennis courts, a basketball court, park and pool • Has never been rented • An excellent primary home, second home or investment property • Boasts an open floor plan • Perfect for entertaining • Chef’s kitchen • Two large open porches • Perfect for lazy afternoons and entertaining • First-floor master bedroom, kitchen, living, dining room, storage and a half bath • Kitchen has gorgeous granite counter tops • Mixture of Thermador, GE and KitchenAid stainless steel appliances • Second floor with second master bedroom, bunk room, additional bedroom, bathroom and laundry room • Spiral staircase to the third-floor recreation and media room
Offered at $1,250,000 BUILT IN 2015 2,754 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 4538
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24 Escape Drive I N LET BE ACH
800.359.0748 EXT. 8568 34 | Spring 2020
INLET BEACH
PR I ME LO CAT I O N ME ETS LUXURY GULF- FRONT LI V I NG BUILT IN 2018 3,902 Sq. Ft.
5 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms
Offered at $5,490,000
• Offered fully furnished with high-end interiors • Located in a small, gated community just a stroll east from Rosemary Beach • Private community walkover lends convenient beach access • Community shares a rooftop pool and an entertainment cabana • An ideal and spacious floor plan boasts an open living concept with the main living areas, kitchen and dining all open and facing the Gulf • Stone flooring covers the first level and all bathrooms and wire-brushed hardwood is appointed to the upper levels • A secondary master suite, with a charming private Gulf-front porch, and two additional guest suites are located on the lower level • Fully appointed kitchen includes additional wet bar and butler’s pantry • The third level exclusively houses the private master suite, facing breathtaking Gulf views • Discover this exquisite Gulf-front community at 30A’s popular and coveted east end
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95 Hopetown Lane R OSEM ARY
800.359.0748 EXT. 3458 36 | Spring 2020
ROSEMARY
P O I SE D J U ST FO UR T I ERS FROM THE BEAC H O N ROS EM ARY ’S GULF SI D E BUILT IN 2001 2,647 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms 4/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,995,000
• Exquisite, newly redesigned custom beach house • Pool deck • Highly coveted location • Located just steps from the beach and Rosemary’s lively Town Center • Directly overlooks one of Rosemary’s charming treelined wooden boardwalks • Stunning Gulf views from the deep porches • Full renovation by custom home builder Matt Fuller • New interiors by design firm Kay Fuller Interiors • Impeccable finishes that exude a high-design beach house of crisp coastal elements • Current owner recently worked with the design team to further expand the remodel, adding custom built-in bunks, a morning kitchen on the first level, a summer kitchen on the pool deck, gas lanterns and a parking pergola • Meticulously selected style elements • Custom-milled antique oak flooring, ceilings and trim
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35 Endless Summer Way
SEACREST BEACH
SE ACREST BE ACH
L ET T HIS B E AU T I F U L CUSTOM - B UI LT H O ME BE YO UR NEW B E AC H R E T R E AT • A master bedroom on each of the first and second floors • Second floor landing has a TV to relax and a bunkroom for the kids • Equipped with white-oak wood floors throughout • Marble floors and countertops in the full bathrooms • Find your way to the lagoon pool or drive a few short minutes to the beach
Offered at $879,000 BUILT IN 2013 2,396 Sq. Ft. 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 38 | Spring 2020
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51 Flip Flop Lane
SEACREST BEACH
SE ACR EST BE ACH
BEAUTI FUL SEAC REST BEAC H HOM E SLEE PS UP TO 14 GUESTS • Reliable source of rental revenue • Spacious and comfortable beach retreat for homeowners • Newly painted ground floor features kitchen and main living area as well as a junior master suite • Two-car driveway and charming backyard • Second-floor master suite with large master bath as well as another junior master suite • Third-floor second living area complete with full bath, wet bar and spacious deck
Offered at $825,000 BUILT IN 2005 2,565 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 3938
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14 & 20 Kings Castle Court ALYS BE ACH
14 Kings Castle Court
800.359.0748 EXT. 8018 20 Kings Castle Court
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ALYS BEACH
T WO LUXU RY LI F EST Y LE, AM ENI T Y HOM ES LOCATED G U LF-SI D E O F T HE P RESTI GI OUS ALYS BEAC H BUILT IN 2021 3,065 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms 4/2 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,999,000
• Prominently situated Gulf-side • Prime location on Turtle Bale Pedestrian Path • Future Alys Beach lifestyle home • A rare find • Architectural plans by Khoury Vogt Architects • Construction to be complete end of fall 2020 • Plans call for four bedrooms, four full baths, two half baths and pool
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8948 E County Highway 30A GU LF -FR ON T - 3 0 A E A ST
800.359.0748 EXT. 8178 42 | Spring 2020
EAST END OF 30A
ENDL ESS P OSSI BI LI T I ES FOR T HI S LARGE GULF- FRONT ESTATE BUILT IN 1973 1,935 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms 3/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $5,995,000
• Amazing Gulf-front homesite is one of the last large parcels on the east end of 30A • Private sanctuary • Currently housing a cute VRBO rental cottage • Zoning is neighborhood infill, which offers several options to a buyer — an investment to hold … or an end user looking to build a large family compound as their forever home • Incredible completed plans by renowned A BOHEME Design will convey with a sale (stipulations for use apply) • The sleepy beach along Seacrest offers a private beach walkover and no HOA fees • Unchanging and forever views • Property line extends to the mean high water line
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202 E Seacrest Beach
SEACREST BEACH
SE ACREST BE ACH
G R E AT H O MESIT E LOCAT I ON I N TH E H IG H LY D ES I RED SEAC REST B E ACH CO MMUNI T Y • Come build your beach getaway • Special location
• Within walking distance to the 12,000-squarefoot lagoon pool, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach and The Village of South Walton • Buy now and build later
800.359.0748 EXT. 3618
0.07 Acres
Offered at $325,000
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310 Seacrest Drive
EAST END OF 30A
3 0 A E A ST
H IGH LY COVE TE D LO CAT I O N O N 30A’S E AST E N D, BOAST I N G CLOS E BE ACH P ROX IMIT Y A N D RAR E P R IVACY • Nestled between WaterSound Beach to the west and Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach to the east • Large custom-built coastal residence with carriage house lends to exceptional seclusion • Poised on a large homesite that backs up to Camp Creek Golf Course • Easy stroll or bike ride to the beach • Ideal open floor plan is perfect for entertaining • Main living area, kitchen and dining spaces open up to the pool deck, intimate screened porch and fire pit • Ample bedroom and multiple living spaces, including an unbelievable third-level bonus room • Chef’s kitchen impresses with two built-in stainless refrigerators, two dishwashers, 48-inch AGA gas range, custom vent hood, microwave/convection oven, wine refrigerator, knotty alder cabinetry, rustic ceiling beams, sun-bleached and wire-brushed wood flooring, and an island that seats six • Relax on the screened porch that opens to the heated swimming pool, custombuilt fire pit area and huge yard • Elevator is conveniently located inside the oversized garage • Stunning stainless cable railings adorn the stairway
Offered at $1,795,000 BUILT IN 2014 4,082 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 0038
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157 Seacrest Drive 3 0 A E A ST
800.359.0748 EXT. 8368 46 | Spring 2020
EAST END OF 30A
B RAN D N EW LUXU RY BEAC H HOM E W I TH C LOSE BEAC H P ROX I MI T Y & GREAT RENTAL P OTENT I AL BUILT IN 2019 5,147 Sq. Ft.
5 Bedrooms 5/2 Bathrooms
Offered at $2,950,000
• Brand new, luxury residence in a prime location on the east end of 30A • Nestled between WaterSound Beach to the west and Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach to the east • Spacious floor plan, ideal for large family or beach gatherings • Strong return on investment as a vacation rental home • Just steps to the beach access located directly at the end of Seacrest Drive • Notably large homesite ideal for outdoor living • Impressive courtyard pool deck
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Homesite 13 Chance Lane
EAST END OF 30A
CO A STAL D UN E L AKE - 3 0 A E A ST
M AK E YOUR D R E A M HOM E A R EA LI T Y O N TH E S HOR ES O F A RA R E DU NE L AK E • Enjoy lakefront living in the secluded gated community of The Landing at Camp Creek • Directly across from Watersound Beach and 2.3 miles west of Alys Beach • This lakefront beauty embraces a unique ambiance where coastal nature meets class • This homesite boasts unmatched privacy, surrounded by natural preserve lands that will forever be protected and not built upon • The site spans 68 feet of natural lake frontage
Offered at $595,000 0.3 Acres
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100 Chance Lane
EAST END OF 30A
CO A STAL D UN E L AKE - 3 0 A E A ST
LI V E THE NAT URE L IFE AT T HI S P I CTURESQ U E LAKEFRONT BEAUTY • Located in the secluded gated community of The Landing at Camp Creek • Directly across from Watersound Beach and just 2.3 miles west of Alys Beach • Expansive porch views of the natural preserves and this rare, coastal dune lake, Camp Creek Lake • The large site banks down to your own private dock and natural beach, spanning 68 feet of natural lake frontage • Three of the guest rooms in the main house overlook the lake and open to screened porches • The residence offers a detached carriage house, over a two-car garage, providing you and guests with much needed space and privacy. • Carriage house offers a full kitchen, living room, laundry and enclosed bedroom with en-suite bath • This retreat includes finishes and amenities such as a gas range, wood beamed flanked 10-foot ceilings, screened porch, travertine tile and heart-of-pine floors • Also upgraded with a gas stone fireplace, metal Bahamian hurricane shutters, outdoor spa, spacious dock with a jet ski lift and professional landscaping • This serene location is an easy bike ride to The Hub and is just minutes to everything 30A has to offer
Call for Pricing BUILT IN 2007 3,475 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 1058
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100 S Bridge Lane, Condo 427C
WATERSOUND BEACH
WAT ER SO UN D BE ACH
TH E S UN R IS ES A N D S ETS ON T HI S BE AU T I F U L WATER SOUN D R ESI D E N C E , AL L ONE L EV E L, I N T H E CROSS INGS • This three-bedroom, 3.5-bath jewel has recent upgrades that include: flooring, bathroom tile, solid surface countertops, new interior paint and designer updates to the decor • The large master suite includes a spacious bathroom with separate shower, deep soaker tub and a huge walk-in closet to die for • Both guest rooms (one with balcony access, one with double bunks) include en-suite baths • Enjoy ample cook/prep space in a chef’s dream kitchen with professional grade appliances, all with full views of the Gulf • Open living-dining areas offer high ceilings and large wall-to-wall windows with stunning views to the west overlooking dunes and emerald waters • Private detached garage included
Offered at $1,975,000 BUILT IN 2004 2,044 Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms 3/1 Bathrooms 50 | Spring 2020
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37 S Compass Point Way, Condo 421 WATERSOUND BEACH
WAT ER SO UN D BE ACH
A ST UNNI NG BEAC H RETREAT THAT OFFE RS EASY ACC ESS TO A LUXURY LI FESTY LE • Located within the main gates of Watersound Beach at Compass Point II • Enjoy lush views of the grassy dunes and Gulf of Mexico through the 20foot, floor-to-ceiling windows • The spacious and open kitchen is accented with custom cabinetry and luxury Viking appliances • A multi-purpose third floor loft could be designed as additional sleeping or as an additional entertaining space to enjoy the exquisite views • Updated with new tile floors throughout the main areas • The private and large Gulf-front master suite is accented with a private balcony with direct views of the Gulf • Master bath includes separate shower and Jacuzzi tub • The two additional guest suites also offer private en-suite baths
Offered at $1,795,000 BUILT IN 2005 2,034 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 8488
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17 Compass Point Way WAT ER SO UN D BE ACH
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WATERSOUND BEACH
T H I S I CO N I C WATERSOUND BEAC H HOM E I S P RO MI N ENTLY P OI SED I N P HASE I BUILT IN 2017 4,230 Sq. Ft.
5 Bedrooms 5/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,199,000
• Elegant living room is beautifully furnished with custom-designed seating and a white-painted brick gas fireplace • Chef’s kitchen is accented with marble countertops, custom cabinetry, a large gas range and state-of-the-art, stainless-steel appliances • Large dining room offers seating for eight with additional seating at the breakfast bar • French doors lead onto the screened porch, where you can enjoy your private pool • Master bedroom boasts a large en-suite bathroom with a shower and separate soaking tub • A second king bed suite features a private bathroom with a shower; the third king suite can access the shared hallway bathroom with a shower/tub combo • Younger guests will love the room that offers two sets of bunk beds • Enjoy the ultimate movie night in the home’s third-floor media room, featuring huge flat-screen TV, queen sleeper sectional sofa and a wet bar • Fourth-floor lookout tower boasts sweeping Emerald Coast views and the iconic views of Watersound rooftops
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172 Chivas Lane SE AG R OVE
800.359.0748 EXT. 8358 54 | Spring 2020
SEAGROVE
M I SC H I VAS ME R MAI D I S AN AM ENI TY- RI C H HOM E I D E A L FO R E N T ERTAI NI NG LARGE GROUPS BUILT IN 2017 5,346 Sq. Ft.
9 Bedrooms 9 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,799,000
• Incredible amenity style home that is truly unique to the coast • First floor is the ideal game room and includes two pinball machines, ping pong table and large media area • Second floor boasts an open floor plan, connecting the gourmet chef’s kitchen, living area and massive dining area • Two master bedrooms with private en-suites, each with porch access • Third floor includes additional living space and even more gaming opportunities • There are three master bedrooms on this floor, all including a porch view and private luxury designed en-suite bathrooms • Escape to the carriage house for privacy and enjoy additional living space, including a spacious kitchenette, master suite and living room
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Tre Viste, Condo A GU LF -FR ON T - SE AG R OVE
800.359.0748 EXT. 8388 56 | Spring 2020
SEAGROVE
ST U N N I N G G U LF V I EWS AND END LESS TRANQUI L SU N SE TS I N P RI VATE T RE V I STE BUILT IN 2005 3,000 Sq. Ft.
4 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms
Offered at $2,245,000
• This luxury Gulf-front condo is one of only three units located in the private community of Tre Viste • Spacious unit featuring an open floor plan, travertine flooring, incredible designer inspired furnishings, gas log fireplace and an additional family room • The gourmet kitchen comes complete with gas cook top, wall ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerators, and ash wood cabinetry • This condominium residence also comes with a poolside cabana (with full bathroom) and an oversized single-car garage • The community of Tre Viste offers great privacy, with coded entry and coded elevator
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SEAGROVE
25 Kristi Lane SE AG R OVE
LO CAT ED SO U T H O F 30A I N T HE H E A RT OF H ISTOR I CA L S EAG ROVE B E AC H • Stunning, completely remastered home • Just three lots back from the Gulf of Mexico • Private deeded beach access just off the outdoor living area • Accented with a large pool, hot tub and brand new outdoor kitchen • Dream outdoor living space for entertaining larger families or small intimate gatherings • Completely remodeled from top to bottom • Equipped with a new elevator • Second and third floors offer stunning views of the Gulf • Second floor is accented with beautifully crafted wood vaulted ceilings • Brand new kitchen with all new stainless-steel appliances, counter tops, custom cabinets, wet bar and tile • Third-floor private master suite with a separate living room • Two balconies — one facing to the west and one facing to the southwest • Breathtaking master bathroom suite with double vanity, new counter tops, separate shower and tub
Offered at $1,999,000 BUILT IN 2002 2,610 Sq. Ft. 4 Bedrooms 4/1 Bathrooms 58 | Spring 2020
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106 West Grove Avenue
SEAGROVE
SE AG R OVE
ST RI KE EARLY AT T HI S I D EAL LOCAT ION I N OLD SEAGROV E BE ACH • Construction expected to be completed in late spring with furniture from Tracery Interiors • Almost 6,000 square feet, plus a pool • Home temporarily offered unfurnished, and it will be re-priced once finished and furnished • Great early opportunity for a good buy
Offered at $3,500,000 BUILT IN 2020 5,972 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 4618
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59 Thyme Street SE AG R OVE
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SEAGROVE
T H YME TO UNW I ND I S A STUNNI NG BE AC H H O ME JUST ST EPS TO THE BEAC H BUILT IN 2018 5,604 Sq. Ft.
8 Bedrooms 8/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,799,000
• One of the most unique homes that has graced Florida’s beautiful coast • Eight bedrooms and 8.5 bathrooms • Features include a custom and detailed game room, private pool and outdoor living • Fourth-floor observation deck with exquisite 360-degree views • Large open living area with a large sectional sofa and three mounted flat-screen TVs, a game room with a shuffleboard table, two pinball machines, and a wet bar with an ice maker and beverage refrigerator • The living area opens out onto an outdoor oasis, the jewel of which is a private custom-designed pool surrounded by chaise lounge chairs, two outdoor dining areas and a customdesigned outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill • The two large exquisite master suites each offer a luxurious king bed and a private en-suite bath with edgeless glass-front shower
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10 Flatwood Street WATER COLOR
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WATERCOLOR
A N E XQ U I S I TE RESI D ENC E OF FI NE C RA F TSMA N SH I P EXUD I NG COASTAL ELEGANC E BUILT IN 2015 5,249 Sq. Ft.
6 Bedrooms 6/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,950,000
• Three-level home on corner lot • Short walk from the beach or vibrant Town Center • Warm, creamy sea pearl exterior with soft aquamarine trim color scheme is carried throughout the house • Sea pearl interior wood walls blend comfortably with exquisite marble and copper in the gourmet kitchen and six full bathrooms • Light aqua ceilings project an airy feeling of sky overhead • Paired with expansive windows and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, you and your guests have the sensation of being outside even when you are indoors • Ground level lap pool • Enjoy chilled Chardonnay from the wet bar on the third level • Home offers a level of grandeur for entertaining with a simplicity of lifestyle on a daily basis • Practical, upscale amenities include hurricane impact windows, ADT with 10 cameras, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, and 1,500 square feet of Ipe decking • Guest house and two-car garage • Professionally installed gym • Ralph Lauren lighting and Waterworks plumbing fixtures • More than two dozen bronze gas lanterns and all hardwood floors provide unrivaled upscale rustic accents • Sleeps 20 CoastalLuxury.com | 63
424 E Royal Fern Way
WATERCOLOR
WATER COLOR
F IND LUXURY I N T H I S COASTAL R E T R E AT I N WATERCOLO R • This coastal retreat boasts two living spaces, a separate carriage house, Sonos sound system and a brand-new game room • Features natural hardwood floors, high-end finishes, appliances and custom tile throughout • Discover sweeping views of the state forest and an expansive private heated pool and screened-in porch • A chef’s dream kitchen features quartz countertops and a large island, plus Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances • On the first floor, a master bedroom and guest room each boast spacious en-suite baths • The second level features a bonus living area and another master bedroom with a private bath • A kids bunk room and guest bedroom also on second floor • Back porch overlooks the heated saltwater pool and large travertine deck • Two-car garage has been converted into a game room, with ping pong table, air hockey, a TV and a golf cart • Private carriage house has a kitchenette, living room, private bedroom, full bath and a washer and dryer
Offered at $1,679,000 BUILT IN 2015 2,910 Sq. Ft. 6 Bedrooms 5/1 Bathrooms 64 | Spring 2020
800.359.0748 EXT. 8538
Homesite 20 Defuniak Street
GRAYTON BEACH
GR AY TON BE ACH
EXP ERI ENC E T HE EC LECTI C BEAC H COM M UNI T Y OF GRAY TON BEAC H • This homesite is one of the few remaining opportunities to build in this community • Uniquely situated between Defuniak Street and Magnolia Street • Lot has been cleared to reveal the natural vegetation of saw palmettos, magnolias and scrub live oaks • Located in flood zone ‘X’ (no flood insurance required) • Originally platted as two small lots, the property has been reconfigured with a pool
Offered at $725,000 0.17 Acres
800.359.0748 EXT. 8428 CoastalLuxury.com | 65
60 Auburn Drive GR AY TON BE ACH
800.359.0748 EXT. 1098 66 | Spring 2020
GRAYTON BEACH
A N E XQ U I SI T E LUXURY GULF- FRONT RESI D ENC E, SPA N N I N G 70 FEET ON THE GULF BUILT IN 2014 6,043 Sq. Ft.
6 Bedrooms 6/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $5,950,000
• The beach residence exudes a classic coastal style and was inspired and designed by renowned architect Chris Stoyles of Archiscapes and built by reputable Allen Wright of Velvet Sun Builders • Interiors are matched to perfection by Darla Wright of Darla Wright Interiors • This six-bedroom, 6.5-bath, Gulf-front retreat boasts over 6,000 square feet of heated and cooled living space that will be yours forever • Look out every day from your kitchen, dining and living room windows to the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico • This site is special indeed; it boasts a large footprint and is one of only seven Gulf-front lots that own all the way down to the mean high-tide line • Ascend the stairs or take the elevator, and receive a jaw-dropping welcome of unobstructed Gulf views • Large chef’s kitchen with marble counter, Wolf stovetop and Sub-Zero appliances lends an ideal design for entertaining and a huge butler’s pantry provides a tidy home for the large storage shelving and separate ice maker • Living room is poised Gulf front and just off the dining area, complete with large screen TV and ample seating for everyone
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60 Hotz Avenue GR AY TON BE ACH
800.359.0748 EXT. 8338 68 | Spring 2020
GRAYTON BEACH
BELLA WAVES IS A NEW CUSTOM-DESIGNED HOME IN THE HISTORIC AND BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY OF GRAYTON BEACH BUILT IN 2017 5,124 Sq. Ft.
8 Bedrooms 8/2 Bathrooms
Offered at $3,699,000
• Accented with designer furnishings throughout a large, open layout • Private second-story heated pool and stunning unobstructed Gulf views • Over 2,000 square feet of outdoor living space • Bella Waves has eight bedrooms, including two large master suites, and 8.5 baths • Ample space for 20 people to sleep comfortably • Stunning reclaimed antique oak floors, marble baths and shiplap walls • 10-foot shiplap ceilings, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, three washer/dryer sets, and an elevator that services all floors for your convenience • Spend your days with your toes in the sand, just 50 steps from Bella Waves on one of 30A’s most famous beaches • Laid back, vibrant community of Grayton Beach
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643 Blue Mountain Road
BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
3 0 A W EST EN D
IDE AL LY LOCAT E D SO U T H OF 30 A, J UST O N E ROW BAC K F ROM T H E G U LF
• Perched for stunning views of the Gulf in quiet Blue Mountain Beach, this beach house offers an open concept that lends itself to entertaining • Main living areas are on the second floor and master is on the third, both capturing expansive water views • This well-landscaped and oversized site also has an incredible pool for cooling off on hot summer days • There are two bedrooms and one full bath on the first floor with the master residing on the third
Offered at $1,450,000 BUILT IN 2005 2,397 Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms 2/1 Bathrooms 70 | Spring 2020
800.359.0748 EXT. 8238
77 White Cliffs Lane
BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
3 0 A W EST EN D
SETT LE D OW N I N T HE QUI ET, UPSCAL E COM M UNI T Y OF W HI T E C LI FFS • Just a block and a half from the private neighborhood beach access • High ceilings and ample windows create a bright kitchen • Living area features Bose surround system • French doors open to a covered outdoor seating area and private brick patio • Large master suite is composed of a spacious bedroom, large walk-in closet • Master bath boasts whirlpool tub, double vanities and separate shower • One-car carport with a large exterior storage room ideal for storage • Community offers a community center, seasonally heated pool, lighted tennis court and a nature trail
Offered at $835,000 BUILT IN 2002 2,201 Sq. Ft.
800.359.0748 EXT. 8448
3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms CoastalLuxury.com | 71
4691 W County Hwy 30A
WEST END OF 30A
GU LF -FR ON T - 3 0 A W EST
STU NNI NG P I EC E O F COASTAL PA RA D I SE T H AT F EAT UR ES P R I ST I N E GU L F F RONTAG E • One of the largest and most uniquely positioned Gulf-front parcels along 30A • Located 35 feet above sea level • The only location available on 30A with 150 feet of beach frontage • Prominent location where you can design your legacy estate • Sits in the lush and serene dunes of Dune Allen Beach • Sprawling over an acre
Offered at $6,995,000 1.21 Acres
800.359.0748 EXT. 8418 72 | Spring 2020
Homesite 7 Sea Winds
WEST END OF 30A
3 0 A W EST
A M AZIN G LO CAT I ON! CORNER LOT I N G U LF PLAC E’S BEL L AMAR • Amazing corner lot in gated community • Across the street from the Gulf of Mexico
• Ideal area for a primary residence or second home • The Vue Restaurant sits directly across scenic 30A • Owners have several membership options to join Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club • No build-out time and tap fees have been paid • Deeded beach access in front of the community
800.359.0748 EXT. 3608 0.34 Acres
Offered at $375,000
Homesite 13 Rue Martine
MIRAMAR BEACH
C AR IBE W EST
STU N N IN G COASTAL HOMESI T E I S LOCATE D IN THE GAT ED GUL F-FRONT CO M MUN ITY OF CARI BE • Caribe offers an abundance of luxury, beach-living amenities
• Two deeded beach walkovers, tennis court and two pools • Homesite comes with approved plans • Perfect for your primary, second or vacation home • Incredible investment opportunity for builders and investors
800.359.0748 EXT. 4048 0.14 Acres
Offered at $283,000
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108 Sandprint Circle D U NE S OF DEST IN
800.359.0748 EXT. 8328 74 | Spring 2020
DESTIN
RESTING IN AN EXCLUSIVE GATED NEIGHBORHOOD, ALLURING SEAS SITS IN THE HEART OF DESTIN BUILT IN 2017 5,045 Sq. Ft.
8 Bedrooms 7/2 Bathrooms
Offered at $2,249,000
• Alluring Seas is located in the private, luxury community of Dunes of Destin • Custom-designed home features a third-floor, 360-degree ocean-view rooftop deck with a private heated pool • Sleeping accommodations for 24 guests • Large, open, first-floor living room offers great seating, as well as access to the outdoor living area • Outdoor living area with a relaxing oasis to enjoy refreshing swims in the private pool • Custom outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill • Second floor features the main living area that has been thoughtfully designed and exquisitely decorated • Spacious open-concept floor plan allows easy flow from the kitchen area to the dining space to the living room
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783 Bayou Drive BAY O U -FR ON T - DEST IN
800.359.0748 EXT. 3728 76 | Spring 2020
DESTIN
PARA D I SE FO U N D ! RARE OP P ORT UNI T Y TO OW N OV ER A N AC R E O N D EEP WAT ER OF J OE’S BAYOU BUILT IN 2011 5,111 Sq. Ft.
5 Bedrooms 5/1 Bathrooms
Offered at $4,500,000
• Stunning waterfront retreat • Rare opportunity to own over an acre on the coveted deep water of Joe’s Bayou • Walk out onto your own private beach • Luxury property is less than 2 miles from the Destin Executive Airport and convenient to everything Destin has to offer • Key West-style compound was completely refurbished in 2019 • Over 5,000 total square feet of living space • Main house boasts just over 3,700 of that to include pecky cypress ceilings, old world brick, distressed oak floors • Amazing kitchen is fully outfitted with all Viking appliances, including large refrigerator/freezer, double wall ovens and microwave • Huge kitchen island and vast bar space all come together perfectly in this magnificent kitchen that is accented by a beautiful old world brick wall • Multiple large windows in this open floor plan showcase the paradise that awaits outside, including a beautiful heated salt water pool with sun shelf, and a sound system that is perfect for parties and large gatherings • Two deep-water boat slips, including one that can accommodate a 60-plus-foot yacht • Wine cellar perfectly stores a minimum of 1,500 bottles and is already generously stocked for you
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SELLING THE
COASTAL LUXURY
Life A SELE C TION OF SO M E OF O U R N OTA BLE S A LES FOR 2 019
Coastal Luxury is pleased to have represented both Buyer and Sellers on the successful sales of exquisite beach homes along our coast this year. Please reach out and allow us the opportunity to assist you with your real estate needs in the coming seasons!
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125 Coopersmith Lane
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GRAY TON BEACH
80 Magnolia Street
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SEACREST BEACH
226 E. Seacrest Beach Blvd.
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239 Sand Oaks Circle
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SEAGROVE BEACH
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622 Harbor Blvd., Condo 850
85 San Juan Avenue
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