Destin & South Walton Real Estate Blog

Ocean Reef Realty is pleased to present this lovely three-bedroom home for sale at 8797 St. Andrews Dr in the exclusively gated Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort. St. Andrews is a beautiful well-established neighborhood bordered by the lush forested Baytowne Golf Course adorned with two lovely lagoons providing a heavenly setting. Having a residence in this outstanding world-class resort gives you access to Sandestin’s own sugary white crystalline shoreline overlooking the glowing jewel-toned gulf, four championship golf courses, a pro tennis club, a fitness center, and use of numerous neighborhood swimming pools.

This home takes full advantage of its location since it features panoramic views of the forested fairways around it. Although it is located…

Until recent years the forested coastline and sugar-white shore along the eighteen-mile stretch of Scenic Highway 30A was somewhat undiscovered territory. Remote rustic old towns like Dune Allen, Grayton Beach, and Seagrove were there but very small. This all changed in the 1980s when Seaside was created, introducing an Americana-styled pedestrian-friendly village design on the pristine shoreline. It immediately received international architectural acclaim and introduced "New Urbanism" to the rest of the world.

This altered everything since other picturesque meticulous master-planned coastal villages from 2004 thru 2006 blossomed almost overnight. They included Watercolor, Watersound, Alys Beach, Seacrest Beach, Rosemary Beach, and Inlet Beach.…

Real Estate opportunities like this do not come on the market often, especially in an iconic, internationally famous coastal village like Seaside. If you are in the position to purchase a lucrative rental investment property, be sure to check out 120 Quincy Circle.

Seaside received its claim to fame as the first masterplan community in the world that featured a pedestrian-friendly design. Residents are able to easily walk anywhere in the village from their gracious homes, including the lush lawn amphitheater lined with towering palm trees, fashion boutiques, restaurants with friendly bars, and the bright crystalline beach. This picture-perfect place was featured as the film background for the idyllic fake town of Seahaven Island in The Truman…

This totally renovated, stylishly furnished, and colorfully decorated vacation residence in Miramar Beach is located in the charming Summer Breeze community at 2384 Scenic Gulf Drive A203. Its fantastic location is directly across from the wide beach promenade with easy access to the bright sugary shoreline. This place has full views of the luminescent jewel-toned gulf and the community pool from a covered balcony off the open living area. Brightly colored raised Adirondack chairs invite you to experience the breezy balcony views while sipping your favorite drinks and enjoying tasty treats.

Summer Breeze 203A has been completely renovated with a new kitchen, two luxury baths, plumbing, painting, beach-washed hardwood tiled flooring, lighting…

This urban two-bedroom residence with ensuite luxury baths and a powder room includes 1,732 square feet and exemplifies outstanding value due to its stellar location. It is located in Fishermans Village of the enchanting Village of Baytowne Wharf at 246 Fishermans Wharf. This privileged serene setting in the “Tupelo Courtyard” features lush landscaping and a classic fountain.

Situated in the exclusively gated Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, the lush 2,400 acres of forested grounds are adorned with lagoons from the sugar-white beach to the beautiful bay. This wonderful world includes four championship golf courses, fifteen professional tennis courts, a yacht marina with over 200 slips, a fitness center, and a spa. One of its biggest crown jewels is…

Ocean Reef Realty reports that residential property demands continue to be very active, and the buyer market has changed. Demand remains far above supply and is expected to be this way for quite some time with escalating prices. During the real estate "boom" several years ago, buyers are were purchasing to flip for profits to create a speculative bubble. Now, most buyers are leaving large cities up north to purchase a home here as a primary residence or a forever vacation dream home. Many of these homes also serve as lucrative rental investment properties. If you are a prospective buyer and ready to do the same, the following Miramar Beach vacation homes have just hit the market.

You know what they say about the value of a great location! These…

This magnificent beachfront home encompasses nearly 6,000 square feet and includes ten bedrooms. It has an impressive location at 219 Open Gulf St in Miramar Beach. It could become your forever vacation home or the most lucrative rental investment property in your portfolio. In 2021 this home boasted $633,178 in gross annual rental income, and over $600,000 of gross revenue is already on the books for 2022. This three-story vacation home was just completed in 2018 and has "all the bells and whistles" for creature comforts and opulent appointments.

This incredible beach house has a coveted location hidden away in a residential enclave yet in the heart of everything Miramar Beach offers. The stunning setting will make you feel like you're visiting a…

Ocean Reef Realty is proud to present this new offering in Crystal Beach for a spacious five-bedroom vacation home with 3,644 square feet at 77 Crystal Beach Drive. This short-term rental, known as Lighthouse By The Sea, exudes charm with a white picket fence front yard and a covered porch that spans the home's entire width. It is the perfect forever dream home or lucrative investment property with an annual gross rental income of $150,000 in 2021.

This premier vacation residence can sleep up to sixteen beach-going guests and features a lovely lagoon-shaped private swimming pool. The pool measures 27' x 13' with a private courtyard patio and grilling area for fun family cookouts. A furnished screened porch and an intimate covered dining pavilion…

The idyllic world of Scenic 30A has now become the destination of choice among the rich and famous. The enchanting coastal villages that have been perfectly created here have received international acclaim for their golden Americana pedestrian-friendly styled designs. This particular "home" located at 2826 S County Highway 395 exemplifies the high price of demand here. It includes one bedroom with one bath and encompasses only 196 square feet. It is listed at $1,095,000!

This home is really a charming little southern cottage. It has a cute front stoop, a high-pitched corrugated metal roof, and Hardie board siding on the exterior. The enchanting interiors include unique Brazilian Walnut hardwood floors, which beautifully contrast with the…

Are you ready to purchase your forever dream home? This exquisite residence is located at 3293 Burnt Pine Ln in the world-class Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Ocean Reef Realty is proud to present this new listing in this highly prestigious and privileged location. The exclusively gated Burnt Pine residential community is located within Sandestin's already exclusively gated resort grounds in Miramar Beach.

This Mediterranean-styled home has just received extensive renovations and remodeling with an eye towards exquisite creature comforts and opulent appointments. It encompasses a very spacious 5,039 square feet with five bedrooms, luxurious ensuite baths, and an elegant half-bath powder room. This immaculate home includes stately exteriors, a…