Emerald Coast Weekend Events | April 26th-29th

OUTDOOR ACTIVITES:

EVERY 1ST & 3RD FRIDAY

Gulf Therapy – A Community Paddle Out
When: Every 1st & 3rd Friday @ 7:00 am 
Where: Grayton Beach Florida's Scenic Hwy 30A  
Description: Join the local surf and paddle board community for a morning dose of “Gulf Therapy.” Tackle mental health issues with a simple recipe – saltwater, sun, and sand. Paddle out with the community and start the weekend off right. Salt water is always healing, therapeutic, and the perfect solution for a balanced life. This paddle out will start at the Western Lake boat launch in Grayton Beach, then head over to the Gulf where the beach connects. This way you can get comfortable paddling in the Gulf with support, or choose a mellow paddle in the lake. Adventure 30A will have paddle board rentals available for $10. If there are waves bring a surfboard!

EVERY SATURDAY 
Paddle South Walton – Weekly Paddle Excursion @ South Walton
When: Saturdays @ 8:00 am - 10:30 am 
Where: South Walton (Location changes) 
Description: This is a weekly paddle expedition open to anyone who would like to attend. Location changes every Saturday, and participants must bring their own paddle board and gear. Meet is at 8 o’clock sharp on Saturdays, and paddle departs location at 8:30 am returning to the starting location at 10:30 am. Follow the Paddle South Walton Facebook page for details about locations and dates and other special announcements. 

30A YOLO Bike Club – Excursion Ride
When: Every Saturday @ 9:00am 
Where: YOLO Board + Bike | Gulf Place Town Center | 30A 
Description: Now in its third year, the 30A YOLO Bike & Beach Club brings together locals and visitors of all skill levels for a fun and laid-back exploration of South Walton’s natural habitats. Group bike rides are free and take place every Saturday. Participants meet at the YOLO Bike + Beach Store in Gulf Place at 8:45 a.m, depart at 9:00am, then ride through the trails of Point Washington State Forest. All skill levels and bike brands are welcome – “ride what ya got!”. Bikes are available for rent. 

Happy Hour Paddle 
When: Every Saturday 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Where: Tom's Landing 
Description: Join us for a Stand Up Paddleboard Adventure offering one of the only SUP Sunset trips in the area! The trip starts at our Paddle Hut Hideawa, located just 5 minutes north of Grayton Beach. Learn the basics in our calm secluded lagoon, then paddle down the canal and out into the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay and paddle to The Bay Restaurant for Happy Hour. Arrive at the area’s hottest new hang out via paddleboard and enjoy a cold beverage & appetizer and then paddle back enjoying the sunset and looking for dolphins dancing in the Bay. Approximately a 45 minute paddle to the restaurant, we hang out there for about an hour, and paddle another 45 minutes back. All gear, professional instruction, photography, and tour guide are provided for this 3 hour adventure. Food and beverages are optional and not included in price. Please call directly to book for children age 8-12. 

FESTIVALS & EVENTS:

South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival 
When: April 26th-29th

Where: Town Center of Grand Boulevard at Sandestin

Description: A dazzling roster of dozens of celebrity winemakers, distillers, chefs, brew masters and entertainers converge in South Walton, Florida to wine, dine, educate and entertain guests as part of the four-day celebration of wine. Throughout the Town Center of Grand Boulevard, attendees enjoy such attractions as Spirits Row, Rosé All Day Garden, Savor South Walton Culinary Village, Nosh Pavilions, Tasting Seminars, Craft Beer & Spirits Jam, live entertainment and more than 800 wines poured by knowledgeable wine industry insiders. This event is a major fundraiser for Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation, which benefits children in need in Northwest Florida. For more info go to: http://www.SoWalWine.com

South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Fest : Craft & Spirits Jam 

When: April 27th @ 6:00pm-9:00pm

Where: Grand Boulevard

Description: As part of the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival, the Craft Beer & Spirits Jam will welcome some of the most recognized master distillers in the nation and celebrate the region’s diverse offering of craft beer. On Friday, April 27, Grand Boulevard’s Town Center will be transformed into a festival and live music venue with samples of the most coveted spirits and brews. Attendees who enjoy craft beer will delight in sampling some of the signature brews as well as seasonal and specialty beers. Along EATS Street, guests will be able to nibble on a smorgasbord of savory small plate menu items prepared by a range of award-winning restaurants, eateries and food trucks. All the delicious samples will be complemented by a live performance from Gurufish. This wildly popular band is renowned for their funk/pop explosion with an extra touch of glam. Combining unforgettable melodies fused with galvanizing grooves, Gurufish creates songs that make audiences want to groove.  

Earth Day Festival
When: April 28th @ 10:00am-2:00pm

Where: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Description: Celebrate the Earth and Earth Day with the park and environmental organizations and agencies. There will be nature activities, games, animals, face painting and booths as well as music and fun. An exciting part of the event is the participation in the #Trees4Earth campaign. With the 50th anniversary of Earth Day fast approaching in 2020, Trees for the Earth campaign was launched in 2016, with a goal to plant 7.8 billion trees worldwide by 2020—one for every person projected to be on Earth. The park and event attendees will be planting trees on park property as part of this campaign. There will be tram rides to the beach and bikes, canoes, kayaks and paddle boards will also be available for rent. Park admission is free during the event.

13th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction

When: April 28th @ 1:00pm-5:00pm

Where: Grand Boulevard

Description: The 13th annual auction weekend kicks off on Friday, April 28 with 12 patron dinners, hosted in some of the most stunning homes and restaurants along the Emerald Coast, and is followed by a reserve wine tasting and live auction on Saturday afternoon. Patrons who attend the auction weekend will also be granted access to Sunday’s South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival also hosted throughout Grand Boulevard. Currently ranked #3 on the list of "Top Ten Wine Auctions in the U.S." by Wine Spectator Magazine, the Destin Charity Wine Auction connects wine enthusiasts with preeminent winemakers and chefs to help children in need in Northwest Florida. Patron packages for the 13th Annual Destin Charity Wine Auction are on sale now at www.dcwaf.org.

30Avenue Concert Series

When: Every Thursday & Friday @ 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: 30Avenue – On the Greens
Description: Enjoy great music with friends and family on the green at 30Avenue. There will be LIVE bands 6-9 pm every Thursday and Friday night!

FARMERS MARKETS:

Every Saturday @ Seaside & Grand Boulevard

Every Sunday @ Rosemary Beach

Planning to be in town? 

Let's Chat!

March 2018 Sales Market Highlights

With the start of the Spring season, March was another busy month for our team! 

For many who own here, it's proven to be a smart and satisfying move to purchase an investment property or second home. The Emerald Coast never ceases to provide a favorite place for young and old, all year round. Destin and the surrounding areas are an especially wonderful place to spend spring and summer with the whole family. From families with small children and teens to adults seeking the ultimate beach getaway, visitors find themselves smitten with Destin’s charms. It's impossible to resist our expansive resorts, friendly small-town vibe, and world-class outdoor activities such as swimming, golfing and fishing. Whether visitors book a dolphin cruise, dig into fresh seafood dinners, or sample the vibrant nightlife – Destin is sure to dazzle. Now is the time to invest in paradise!

Our team had an active share in the March market. We assisted our wonderful buyers in the sales of the following properties:

Sandpiper Cove | Unit 2003 | Destin, FL  
Village at Blue Mountain Beach | Unit 513 | 30A
Indian Lake | Unit 256 | Destin, FL
Calypso Resort | Unit E2304 | Panama City Beach, FL  (We also had the selling side of this closing!) 

We also worked with sellers to get this property on the market:

Seascape Condo Garden Villa | Unit 7D

In addition, we were able to get several more properties under contract. We'll have all the details in the April Market Report.

The activity this year has been exciting and we're hustling our way through the ever popular spring season. We love staying in touch to keep both our buyers and sellers prepared for the rest of the year, and beyond. This is a great time to perform some due diligence regarding purchasing property. Spring is in full swing – and keeping on top of the market will ensure that you don't miss any deals. We are getting a new influx of inventory daily and there are some great opportunities out there right now. The daily hot sheet has new listings hitting the market every day, so let us know if you would like to receive updates on the market! 

Check out the area sales highlights for the month of March:  

The highest priced condo sold within the areas of Okaloosa Island, Destin, Sandestin, Miramar Beach, and 30A was:  

Sanctuary by the Sea | Unit 1127

30A West 

$2,200,000

3 Bed | 3 Full Bath | 2 Half Bath

4,363 Square Feet  

The highest priced home sold within the areas of Okaloosa Island, Destin, Sandestin, Miramar Beach, and 30A was:  

219 Open Gulf Street

Miramar Beach

$5,050,000

10 Bed | 8 Full Bath | 2 Half Bath

5,953 Square Feet 

Just Sold | 4756 Bonaire Cay | Destin, FL

4 Bedroom  |  3 Full Bath  |  2 Half Bath  |  2,060 Sq. Ft.  | Selling Price: $543,000

From the West Coast to the Emerald Coast...

Our investor from California made a savvy move by utilizing 1031 Exchange funds to purchase two homes in Destin! A California resident, but familiar with the area through his significant other, Destin is a frequent destination for the pair so it only made sense to officially make our slice of paradise — their slice of paradise! They use their time here to see family, soak in the coast, visit the local restaurants, and attend the annual festivals. Now that's what we call paradise! 

The second home our investor purchased is adoringly called "Sweet Destiny" and is situated in the exclusive neighborhood of Destiny East.  ( See the first home here! )
This immaculately maintained 4 bedroom, 5 bath home features an outdoor bathroom with shower next to the pool, an outdoor kitchen area, heated pool, and two car garage. Brand new stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, and granite are just a few features of the recently renovated kitchen. Enjoy an open concept throughout with a split bedroom floor plan allowing for privacy! Whether used as a primary residence, second-home, and/or investment property with a rental history in excess of $62k+,  this home certainly will exceed our buyers wants! Neighborhood amenities include two neighborhood pools, hot tub, fitness center, clubhouse with I-Max theater, tennis, basketball courts, BBQ area with outdoor kitchen, walking trails, and playground for the kids. Paradise!

In addition to being only steps away from the beautiful white sand beach, this locale places you just minutes away from popular beachside restaurants, championship golf and tennis, convenient grocery stores, shopping at Destin Commons & Silver Sands, and family fun at both the Harborwalk along the Destin Harbor and the Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin.

          Looking for your perfect paradise? Give us a call!

Just Sold | 89 Matthew Boulevard | Destin, FL

4 Bedroom  |  3 Bath  |  1,658 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $580,000

From the West Coast to the Emerald Coast...

Our investor from California made a savvy move by utilizing 1031 Exchange funds to purchase two homes in Destin! A California resident, but familiar with the area through his significant other, Destin is a frequent destination so it only made sense to make our slice of paradise — their slice of paradise! They use their time here to see family, soak in the coast, visit the local restaurants, and attend the annual festivals. Now that's what we call paradise! 

The first home our investor purchased is playfully called "Flamingo Breeze" and is conveniently situated in Destin’s serene Crystal Beach community.  (See the second home here!) 
Located only steps from Destin’s soft white sands, this charming beach cottage is an ideal second home or vacation rental. An excellent rental history, even better projections, and the private pool, all lend themselves for maximum return on investment! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is within blocks from the Destin Commons, restaurants, and unique Destin lifestyle. Featuring granite counters in the kitchen and baths, open living spaces, balconies overlooking a beautifully landscaped backyard for entertaining, and cozy beach-themed décor, all components of this home combine to create the perfect beach get-away. Paradise!

In addition to being only steps away from the beautiful white sand beach, this locale places you just minutes away from popular beachside restaurants, championship golf and tennis, convenient grocery stores, shopping at Destin Commons & Silver Sands, and family fun at both the Harborwalk along the Destin Harbor and the Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin.

          Looking for your perfect paradise? Give us a call!

Just Sold | 1571 Meadowbrook Court | Niceville, FL

3 Bedroom  |  2 Bath  |  1,511 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $239,000

A sweet little home for a sweet little family... 

After renting in the area our clients decided they wanted to own a home for themselves. A great school district, family friendly neighborhood, and fenced yard were important selling points for this family. After one week of searching we found them the perfect family home! 

This updated home features a living room with fireplace, screened Florida room, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two car garage. Newer updates include new baseboards, light fixtures, ceiling fans, carpet, tile, master bath cabinets, sinks, faucets, quartz counter tops in kitchen and master bath, gutters, and interior paint, and energy efficient LED lighting. The fenced yard with a storage shed, family friendly location, and just minutes from the beaches, shopping, and entertainment of Destin, make this home just perfect for our buyers!

          Looking to find your paradise? Give us a call!

Just Sold | 1611 Chadwick Lane | Niceville, FL

3 Bedroom  |  2 Bath  |  1,321 Square Feet  | Selling Price: $173,000

A great way to close out last week – we sold this sweet little bungalow home for our seller! 

Our seller owns several of these adorable bungalow homes as they make excellent investment properties. Wanting to move more of his real estate holdings over the bridge to Destin he decided to put this one up on the market to test the waters. 

This charming home is located in the Bungalows at Bluewater Bay. The light and airy open floor plan of this home is perfect for first time home buyers, empty nesters, or a real estate investor. The living room opens to the dining area and kitchen. The split bedroom plan allows for plenty of privacy for the spacious master suite. The two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, and laundry closet are just down the hall. A fenced backyard provides privacy. A prime location: Minutes from the beach, Eglin AFB, schools, and more!

Check out the various marketing methods that we used to create a cohesive brand for this great unit.

Email flyer sent to our database of investors, as well as an agent version for maximum exposure.  

Facebook post featuring a video tour of the property. We also post to YouTube, Google+, and Pinterest. We also featured the property our monthly newsletter.
 

Professional photos highlight each spectacular feature of the property. 

                         Looking to find your paradise? Give us a call!