Just Sold | 160 Marlberry Trace | Santa Rosa Beach

4 Bed  •  2.5 Bath  •  2,068 Square Feet  •  Selling Price: $351,000

We assisted our lovely buyers in the purchase of this wonderful home!

This gorgeous and spacious home is nestled in Hidden Grove Subdivision – a private gated community located in one of South Walton's best centralized locations. Steps from the Bay and just under 4 miles from the beaches along 30A, as well as close to shopping and entertainment makes this a prime location. Desirable appointments within the home include: granite counter tops throughout, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors in the living, dining and kitchen areas, carpeted in four bedrooms as well as the private loft area. The master bath and the two additional bathrooms have tile floors and granite countertops. Homes are selling fast in this highly desirable subdivision, with low HOA fees and a relaxing community pool, it's no surprise. Paradise! 

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July 4th Fireworks Along the Emerald Coast

On July 4th, fireworks celebrations will take place all along the Emerald Coast. Some of the celebrations take place before the 4th of July, so you can catch multiple fireworks shows. Check out the list below for many places along the Emerald Coast where you can celebrate! 

Destin 

Smoke on the Coast – July 3, 2017 – 9:00 pm – Start your Independence Day early at Destin Commons with great BBQ, live music, street performers, and kids activities. This 6th annual event benefits local charities. There will be 16 area restaurants and BBQ teams competing in the BBQ competition fighting for the People’s choice award of best BBQ on the Emerald Coast. BBQ tastings and live music starts at 5:00 pm and samples are $1 each. Fireworks are at 9:00 pm.

Red, White, and Baytowne – July 4, 2017 – 9:15 pm – The fireworks show at Baytowne Wharf starts at 9:15 pm, but the fun and celebration begins at 6:00 pm with kids activities, live music, and more!

4th of July Fireworks over the Harbor – July 4, 2017 – 9:00 PM – Enjoy a patriotic fireworks display at HarborWalk Village on Independence Day. Enjoy live music starting at 7PM. 

Seaside

Seaside 4th of July Celebration – July 4, 2017 – 8:30 PM – The annual Seaside Independence Day parade starts at 8:00 AM and goes from Seagrove to the Seaside Amphitheater. Kick back and enjoy live music by the Victory Belles at 7PM, followed by the fireworks show at 8:30 PM.

Alys Beach

4th of July Concert & Fireworks – July 4, 2017 – 9:00 PM – Starting at 6:00 PM, there will be live music by The Bucktown All-Stars with the fireworks show around 9PM. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. 

Rosemary Beach

Fourth of July Celebration – Start bright and early with our Bike Decorating Contest & Breakfast. (7:30 AM) followed by the Bike Parade throughout the Town Center (8:30 AM). Enjoy an old-fashioned family field day on Western Green with sack races, water balloon toss, games prizes and more (9:00 AM). Rock to the sounds of the different decades with our band the “Like Totally” Hep Cats on Western Green (6:00 PM). Enjoy a star spangled fireworks display from the beach courtesy of the Rosemary Beach Property Owners Association (8:45 PM). Blankets and Lawn Chairs are welcome.

Fort Walton Beach

4th of July at the Fort Walton Beach Landing – July 4, 2017 – 8:45 – Beginning at 4pm, there will be live music, entertainment, food, merchandise vendors, kids activities, and more. Fireworks launch at 8:15PM, followed by live music by Continuum!

Navarre Beach

4th of July Fireworks on Navarre Beach – July 4, 2017 – 9:00 PM (or dark) – Fireworks will launch from Navarre Beach Marine Park and will be visible from both the beach and the sound side east and west of the Navarre Beach Causeway bridge.

Niceville – Valparaiso

Twin Cities Fireworks Show over Boggy Bayou – July 4, 2017 – DUSK – The fireworks will be launched over Boggy Bayou at Dusk. There will be plenty of kids activities such a train ride, bounce house, and a water slide. Bring the whole family and spend the day celebrating Independence Day! The most popular places for public viewing of the annual fireworks show are Lincoln Park, Lions Park, and the Turkey Creek area in Niceville. Parking is limited.

Can’t Make July 4th Fireworks?

July 5 – Fireworks From Okaloosa Fishing Pier – Fort Walton Beach, FL

Just Listed | Sandpiper Cove | Destin, FL

1 Bed  •  1 bath  •  629 Square Feet  •  Priced At: $157,000 

This great little one bedroom one bath unit is located in the popular 43 acre gated community of Sandpiper Cove. Open, airy, and perfectly situated right by the golf fairway and pool. Step out the glass sliders to your spacious patio where you can enjoy sunsets as the golfers go by or take a few steps and relax in the pool. This wonderful condo is rental ready and makes the perfect rental unit (grossing over $10k in 2016) or vacation home. 

Sandpiper Cove amenities include: 1,100 square feet of private beachfront, five pools, six tennis courts, marina, nine hole par three pitch and putt golf course, fine dining and in walking distance to shopping, restaurants and so much more. Paradise! 

Check out the video tour we did for this unit! 

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May Sales Market Highlights

May was quite the busy month.. with the end of Spring and leading into the Summer season it's no surprise! 

We had an active May ourselves. We sold our listing at 313 Sand Myrtle Trail, worked with buyers in the sale of 71 Nelly Street, and got 8 new listings on the market . We've also been working closely with our buyers and sellers in preparation for the busy summer market. We're loving the activity this year and can't wait to hustle our way right into summer! This is a great time to perform some due diligence regarding purchasing property. We are getting a new influx of inventory daily. Some great opportunities are out there right now. The daily hot sheet has new listings hitting the market every day. Let us know if you would like to receive updates on the market! 

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

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

Sanctuary By the Sea • Unit 1128

30A West

$2,250,000

4 Bed/4.5 Bath 

4,003 Square Feet 




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

87 Green Street 

30A East

$6,300,000 

7 Bed/8 Bath/2 Half Bath

5,700 Square Feet

Beach Access – Somewhere For Everyone

Undoubtedly the best part of where we live is the beach. We are "The Emerald Coast". Widely known around the world for our miles and miles of sugar white sand and gorgeous emerald waters. Our sand is so fine and clean that it squeaks underfoot. Home to 15 coastal dune lakes, a geographical feature so rare that it only exists in a handful of places on Earth. But perhaps one of the most amazing things about our beaches is that the very best belong to you, the beach-loving public. 

Many of the condos built on the Gulf have deeded beach front, and while there is a benefit to owning within these communities, that doesn't mean they're the only place worth owning. There are a number of public beach accesses in Okaloosa, Walton, and Bay counties making sure that no matter where you live or own the beach is always easily accessible. 

Finding your perfect beach is easy when you have so many choices. South Walton alone has over 50 beach and bay access locations along its 26 miles of shoreline. Types of access vary, so be sure to check before you go. 

Regional Beach Access – Includes parking, restrooms, and several are ADA accessible. Each regional beach access point also has a flag indicating current surf conditions. Lifeguards are on duty at several of the regional beaches between the months of March and September. 

Neighborhood Beach Access – Neighborhood beach access is primarily for walk-­up traffic. Many of these also have flags indicating current surf conditions. 

Click here for a full list and map of the beach and bay accesses in South Walton!  

Click here for a list of the beach accesses in Destin!

When we list your property one of the features we highlight is the closest beach access available. When you are looking to buy, we will be sure to show you where you can find your favorite beach. After all, we sell paradise!

Just Listed | Seascape Condo Garden Villa 27A | Miramar Beach, Florida

2 Bed  •  2 bath  1,110 Square Feet  •  Priced At: $214,900 

This lovely garden villa is nestled within the popular Seascape Golf & Beach Resort. This unit boasts a flowing floorplan and all the comforts you need for the perfect second home or rental unit: two bedrooms, two baths, galley kitchen, laundry closet, and spacious patio overlooking serene views of the golf course and lake are just a few features. With Seascape being a favorite spot of vacationers this unit is projected to gross $20k in rentals! 

Seascape offers plentiful amenities including: 18-hole golf course, tennis courts and pro shop, basketball court, 5 pools, fresh water lakes, walkover to the beach where you can enjoy 2,000 feet of beach frontage and optional beach service, Whale's Tail Restaurant on the beach, bike rentals, and more. Paradise! 

Check out the video tour we did for this unit! 

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The Benefits of Owning A Second Home

If you already own a house, you probably have a pretty good idea about the rights, responsibilities, and financial obligations of homeownership. And if your experience as a homeowner has been a generally positive one, you might have toyed with the idea of buying a second piece of property. 

Why should you consider buying a second home? 

Four reasons spring to mind: Finances, Fun, Family & Future. 

Finances. In addition to the tax benefits of owning a second home, a rental property can boost your finances, giving you cash flow each month. And while all assets fluctuate in value in the short term, vacation properties are more likely to retain their value and appreciate simply because they are located in popular areas with a geographically limited supply. There is a finite shoreline on which houses and condos can be built, and only 18 holes on a golf course. 

Fun. A vacation home can be loads of fun, serving as a place to stir memories, relationships, and good times. With the endless activities to do in our area - most of which are outdoors - it not only serves as a ton of fun, but helps keep you active and healthy. 

Family. Our area is known for drawing families together and serving as a place where they can get away from it all and create a rich heritage of wonderful memories and tradition. There is something about the salty sea breeze, warm beach days, and sunset beach walks that are forever cherished by those who experience them. The intangible benefit of owning and passing property from generation to generation – especially a home that has been and will continue to be the site of many happy gatherings – is incalculable. 

Future. Lastly, you can buy a second home for your golden years, locking in your future retirement home at today's prices. 

Are you thinking about investing in a second home now or in the future? Feel free to let me know and I'll be happy to walk you through the process and help you find the perfect property.