Just Sold | Pointe of View 901 | Miramar Beach, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  952 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $297,000

Our long-time client has purchased many condos through us the past few years. In 2017, he entrusted us to find the perfect unit unit for his mother and that's where this unit at Pointe of View came in! She has loved the unit and having her son living just one floor above her, but with much of her family living in Brazil she decided it was time to make that move. The unit spent just two days on the market before going under contract! We can't thank our clients enough for trusting us to make real estate their best investment!

This first-floor end unit at Pointe of View is fantastic! Features of the unit include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, wood plank flooring, and more. The open dining and living area is a great place to gather with family or guests. The master suite is just off the living room, and the guest suite is by the front door. The private balcony overlooks serene greenery, offering you a great place to start your morning or end your day. A wonderful little paradise!

Pointe of View located in Miramar Beach has a pool, fitness room, and is located just next to popular Grand Boulevard where you can grocery shop, grab a bite to eat, or head to the movies. You're also just minutes from multiple beach accesses and all the fun along 30A!

This was a great unit to shoot and market. Located in Miramar Beach close to the beach, we knew this lovely unit would appeal to buyers desiring to live the coastal lifestyle or make an investment in paradise. We made the most of these aspects and featured them in our marketing plan. Along with professional photography, we produced a video tour of the unit and community highlights. We promoted this on social media and in email marketing to create an interest in the property.

   

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Just Sold | 5199 Beachwalk Villas | Sandestin, FL

3 Bed  |  3 Bath  |  2,050 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $481,000

In 2009 we sold these NOLA clients this lakefront Beachwalk Villa. They really loved the Sandestin lifestyle. Golfing. Shopping. Swimming. Biking. Dining. Golf cart riding. After enjoying ten years of great family and friends fun, they were ready for a new adventure. Just sold!

This lakefront villa is located beachside in Sandestin Resort and makes an excellent primary residence, second home, or investment property.  A large deck allows for entertaining or a place to enjoy the serene lake life. If the beach life is what you crave, no worries – the beach is less than half a mile from your door!

The unit has three bedrooms plus a bunk room and sleeps 14! Make your way through the front courtyard to enter this coastal residence that has three master suites, vaulted ceilings, renovated kitchen, loft area, remodeled bathrooms, and lake views from nearly every room. Plentiful natural light streams in the many windows, glass doors, and skylights throughout the unit.

Take a look at the various marketing methods that we used to create a cohesive brand for this stunning lakefront home. 
   

In addition to professional photography, we produced a video tour of the home to send to potential buyers. We create interest in the property by running ads on social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest. 

We sent mobile-friendly email flyers to our database of investors and agents that linked to both the property website and video tour for ease of access in learning more about the home. The property is also featured on Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor.com, as well the internationally renowned Remax.com. We also held an open house to draw people into the beautiful property, and postcard mailers were sent out to a targeted audience of potential buyers.

We featured the endless Sandestin amenities including four championship golf courses, tennis center, fitness center, spa, marina, miles of trails, sugar white beaches, and shopping, restaurants, and entertainment in The Village of Baytowne Wharf. Come to play, stay for life!

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Just Sold | Terrace at Pelican Beach | Destin, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  1,072 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $302,500

We just sold our listing at Terrace at Pelican Beach in Destin! Our clients are retiring this year and wanted to make a change from the beach life. Loving life on the water, they've decided to build a home on a lake in the mountains. We love that our clients are making incredible life changes to experience amazing things. If you can't be on the beach you might as be somewhere else with stunning scenery! Hunting, fishing, and a home office overlooking the woods sounds like a great place to enjoy a quiet life. We were so happy to assist them in making a big move and can't wait to hear about their mountain adventures! 

This seventh floor unit at Terrace at Pelican Beach overlooks the lake and Gulf, with the Destin bridge in the distance – views you'll never tire of taking in. The open kitchen, dining, and living areas offer plenty of space for vacationing with the family or full-time living. Glass sliders lead to the balcony from both the living room and master suite allowing you abundant natural light and letting the sea breeze wash over you anytime you'd like. The guest room, full hall bath, and laundry closet are on the north side of the unit. A great unit to invite guests or keep all to yourself!  

Take a look at the various marketing methods that we used to create a cohesive brand for this fun coastal 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.
Professional photos highlight each spectacular feature of the property.

Pelican Beach Resort offers family friendly amenities including: Beach access, heated pool, fitness room, grills, hot tub, tennis, game room, cafe, beachside tiki bar, and more! Big Kahuna's Water Park is just across the street, and you're just minutes from all the fun at Destin Harbor – paradise!

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Just Sold | Pelican Isle | Unit 316 | Okaloosa Island

1 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  820 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $342,000

Our buyers had a dream in mind when they asked us to assist them in purchasing a condo! Having just retired and wanting to get out of the cold in Illinois, their desire was to own a condo where they could wake up to a view of the Gulf of Mexico and walk along the beach everyday. With the purchase of this wonderful unit at Pelican Isle on Okaloosa Island, our clients are looking forward the next phase of their life as a Floridians. This was a dream we were thrilled to help fulfill!   

Views from this fourth floor beachfront balcony will enchant you while the charming colorful decor creates a sense of home. The Gulf front living room features large glass sliders allowing you to take in the stunning views. The master suite is situated at the north end of the unit and is spacious enough to accommodate a king-sized bed. The kitchen has been updated with new stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. This unit has hallway bunk beds, a sleeper sofa, and a large dining room table easily housing up to six guests! This lovely unit comes vacation ready with a stackable washer and dryer. The sweetest paradise for our clients!

All units at Pelican Isle have a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico. The resort includes a pool, spa, workout facilities, a barbecue grilling area, and boardwalk access to the beach. Paradise!

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Just Sold | Gulf Crest Townhomes | Unit 5 | Miramar Beach, FL

2 Bed  |  2 Bath  |  984 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $205,000

Our buyers both went into retirement and were looking to spend their time between their hometown in Ohio and the rest in Destin! The search for their ideal property started in 2016 and they requested Jay's help to find it. As soon as Jay saw this unit hit the market he knew this was the perfect property and that it would sell fast. He immediately let our clients know the details of the property and got a contract in quick. We're happy to say our buyers couldn't be happier with their new little piece of paradise!  

This two bedroom unit is one of only seven properties located in Gulf Crest Townhomes which is a low density community located just steps from the sugar sand beaches and popular beachfront restaurant Pompano Joe's. Very well maintained and fully furnished, this unit gives our buyers plenty of options as this property makes for an excellent rental, full time, or second residence. A great little paradise.

Gulf Crest Townhomes has a community pool and sits just steps from the beach and popular Pompano Joe's beachfront restaurant. Just minutes away are many other restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. So much to do in paradise!

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Vacation Property: Dream Responsibly

It happens a lot. The dream vacation on the beach suddenly morphs into a dream of buying a piece of paradise. 

According to the National Association of Realtors, a number of people are considering buying a property with vacation in mind. A study released in 2017 revealed that 42 percent of investment buyers were motivated to purchase a new property primarily as a family retreat. 

If you’re motivated to do the same in your dream getaway here along the Emerald Coast, here are some preparatory steps you can take as you embark on your property search: 


Decide whether you want the place to be primarily for your use or also serve as a rental property. If you will try to recoup some of the purchase and maintenance costs through renting, the property you purchase should have a broad appeal, include popular amenities, and maybe even be professionally managed. 


Speak to your accountant about potential tax advantages or obligations involved with your vacation property. Second homes and rental properties are subject to specific tax rules, so be sure you know what’s expected and what you can deduct. 


Think about location, location, location. Yes, it’s a cliche, but no less true for vacation properties than for other real estate. Homes near beaches or lakes tend to attract the greatest number of interested buyers or renters. Check out all four seasons in your targeted area because the atmosphere can change dramatically based on busy or slower seasons. Finally, if you plan to use the place often, consider something within a few-hours drive or flight. Anything much farther tends to discourage frequent visits. 


Consider renting first, then buying. This will give you time to get to know the development, the area and the turnover rate among your future neighbors. All these factors are crucial to your enjoyment of the place – and its resale potential. 


Find a local agent who knows the area and the second-home market. This is where we come in! Working with an expert who lives and works in or near your targeted community is your best bet. In addition to advising you on each location’s pluses and minuses, we can also discuss the property’s rental and resale potential and year-round character – key factors to consider in your property search. Give us a call to make your dream of purchasing paradise a reality!

Just Sold | 40 Topaz Cove | Miramar Beach, FL

3 Bed  |  3 Bath  |  2,072 Square Feet  |  Selling Price: $410,000

Our sellers of Unit 9 at Royal Seaesta just became our buyers in Emerald Shores! Desiring to move their vacation spot to a home in a subdivision, we thought Emerald Shores was just the place. 

This wonderful coastal home is in a prime location just steps from the beach in the highly desired neighborhood of Emerald Shores! With two master suites, an additional bedroom, and three bathrooms this is the perfect family vacation home for our clients. Both upstairs bedrooms feature private balconies while the downstairs master opens to a private patio. The third bedroom shares a bathroom with the large bonus room. With great potential as a vacation rental, the spacious bonus room can easily be made into a large bunk room to capture a larger number of guests and to yield a more profitable return. A real paradise!  

Emerald Shores is a gated community accessible from both Scenic 98 and Highway 98 for the convenience of its residents and guests. The community has deeded beach access with a pavilion, beach services, restrooms, showers, and even a tiki bar. In addition, the property has two seasonally heated pools, tennis, basketball, and shuffleboard courts. Just minutes away are many restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. So much to do in paradise!

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