Destin & South Walton Real Estate Blog

This charming one bedroom cottage in Point Washington is nestled away in the pines near the lovely grounds and gardens of Eden State Park. This quiet location at 233 Dick Saltsman Road in Bayou Creek Estates also borders the Point Washington State Forest. This preserved forest spans across over 15,000 acres in South Walton and has miles of nature trails allowing you to experience the gorgeous scenery while viewing abundant wildlife. Despite this home's seemingly remote location, it is less than a 15-minute drive to the beautiful beach. Grocery stores, wine outlets, a Wal-Mart Center and popular restaurants are also just minutes away.  

This nicely furnished cottage only encompasses 637 square feet, but the design plan includes multiple windows and a…

The golden real estate mantra says that price is directly related to... “Location, Location, Location!” This new modern state of the arts residential community has an awesome coastal village locale in the heart of the highly sought world of Scenic 30A in South Walton. Blue Mountain Beach has the acclaimed distinction of having the highest elevation on the entire Gulf of Mexico. When early Spanish explorers first mapped it from far offshore, they gave it this name because they thought they were seeing a “blue mountain” rising above a “beach” - and the name stuck! What they were actually seeing were the soaring dunes covered with flowering wild blue lupine.

The Crest at Blue Mountain Beach has a prominent position right on Scenic 30A in the center of…

A penthouse in Seaside, Florida? Yes, there is such a thing located in the heart of this iconic Americana styled coastal village, and it's now offered for sale!  Seaside received international acclaim back in the 1980s when it introduced the “New Urbanism” design in town planning for easily accessible pedestrian living. The enchanting style resembles a “seaside” town built in the early 1900s. White picket fences, beach pavilions, gazebos and an amphitheater that features concerts provide golden charm. Restaurants, casual friendly beach bars, galleries, boutiques, musical performances, fun festivities, and seasonal events abound. If you’ve never visited, you might have seen Seaside when it was used as the idyllic fantasy town of “Seahaven” in Jim Carrey’s…

Ocean Reef Resorts has had the privilege of providing fine distinctive privately owned vacation rentals in Destin since 1982. Generations of guests have happily stayed every year at one of our professionally managed properties along with kids and even grandkids. It has become a wonderful passed down family tradition. This is not a surprise since the shimmering white crystalline beaches and jeweled waters of the glowing gulf continually receive national accolades. Our guests have made this their BEACH “home away from home!”  

Who Visits Destin

They are in good company. The average income of visiting families is $178,600. It is a convenient “drive to” destination for many since 82% take a car down to see us and 72% bring their kids since this is a…

The exclusive residential enclave of “Seaview” at Inlet Beach includes only eight new homes and is introducing an architectural design that seamlessly blends a contemporary modern look with classic coastal styling. This intimate community features its own lovely swimming pool and is only a five-minute bike ride away from the bright, beautiful white sand beach. The sought after location at the far eastern end of Scenic 30A next to Rosemary Beach is close to a wide assortment of shopping, dining and entertainment venues.

One of the most recently completed homes is located at 39 Seaview Drive and has 2,225 square feet that encompasses four bedrooms, three full baths, and one half bath powder room. The exteriors are decidedly contemporary with a…

Prepare to be amazed! This classic Mediterranean style home enjoys a privileged quarter acre waterfront setting in the exclusive gated residential community of Emerald Lakes in Destin.

This large 3,663 square foot residence at 238 Wekiva Cove includes three bedrooms with en suite luxury baths. These are already impressive credentials, but the dazzling interiors will take your breath away. Over 30 slabs of precious marble and granite from quarries around the world were used to adorn this property.

The grand front entry includes prism beveled double glass doors beneath an arched palladium window that soars two stories above it. Mahogany Blue Eye Granite columns frame an open bridge staircase at one end while a triple set of suspended,…

This classic beach cottage has just received a complete upscale restoration and comes completely furnished for a “turn-key” move in residence or rental ready investment. It is located in Seagrove Beach in the forested residential neighborhood of Gulf Shore Manor. This community has no HOA fees and is at the end of a cul-de-sac at 160 Montigo Ave, a short stroll away from a nature trail that leads down a dune from Scenic 30A to the sugary shoreline. It also has three other beach access points within walking distance. It is only a mile from Seaside, placing it minutes away from a wide array of restaurants, friendly beach bars, galleries, specialty boutiques, free concerts, and fun seasonal festivals. This makes it a prime property for lucrative vacation…

This new magnificent Maison at 50 Land’s End Drive is located at the far western end of prestigious Holiday Isle in Destin and could easily serve as its crown jewel. The premier setting overlooks many acres of protected sugary dunes bordered by the jeweled gulf, East Pass and a precious coastal dune lake that supports abundant wildlife.

This coveted location in the exclusive gated residential community of Destin Pointe provides panoramic 180-degree views of sparkling vistas. Spectacular sunsets are experienced here year round over the gulf, dazzling dunes or Destin’s harbor. You may see boats cruise through the gulf pass daily and enjoy fabulous firework over the marina during the summer as well as special holidays.

This hospitable home…

Ocean Reef Real Estate is pleased to offer a new listing for a charming four bedroom home with en-suite baths located at the exclusively gated residential enclave of Wild Heron in Panama City Beach. This prestigious community is close to Scenic 30A and features the highly acclaimed Shark’s Tooth Championship Golf Course created by famed designer Greg Norman. It is also minutes away from Pier Park, which features a palm-lined boulevard with restaurants, friendly bars, seasonal festivals, fireworks, concerts, abundant specialty shops and one of the longest fishing piers on the entire Gulf of Mexico.

The home, located at 1509 Little Hawk Lane, features a meticulously appointed Craftsman styled design encompasses 3,008 square feet. The exteriors feature…

“Marcia! Marcia! Marcia!” 

Yes, even Marcia would be surprised to learn the current value of her “childhood home” that she shared with other members of The Brady Bunch. According to the L.A. Times it is currently on the market for sale in California. The state leads the nation in out of sight real estate prices but this iconic 2,500 square foot home, which was used for the exterior of the home portrayed on the popular TV show, is listed at $1,850,000. This home is obviously a nostalgic dream for many who grew up watching this show from 1969 to 1974 since it steadily attracts 30 to 50 fan visitors almost every day. It even has its own Yelp Page. The listing agent expects a huge amount of buyer interest since besides its celebrity value the home…