All Blog Entries by Destin Real Estate Sales

Ronnie LaMarque is an automotive dealership mogul who is well known in Louisiana due to his passionate theatrical support of the New Orleans Saints and the LSU Tigers. He was also the owner of Risen Star an award-winning racehorse who was the colt son of Triple Crown Winner Secretariat. LaMarque’s primary home is in his native New Orleans but his magnificent luxurious gulf front penthouse is located in South Walton’s Blue Mountain Beach and is listed for sale. Rarely do such properties become available at the prestigious highly sought after, gated residential community of Bella Vita, (aka “Beautiful Life”). This exclusive enclave consists of only 48 regal residences on six acres of lushly landscaped grounds that is prominently perched on one of the…

Attention investors! Destin has long been known as a fun family vacation destination due to the beautiful beaches and wonderful lifestyle here. Over the years families have flocked here for traditional summer vacations, which has flourished the growth of real estate investment properties available for short term rentals. Many folk have second homes in Desin and primary residence is beginning to burgeon due to the retiring Baby Boomer population. The year round residency is providing another opportunity for monthly real estate investment income with long term leases. These are limited and hard to find, however this nine unit townhome complex has just come on the market and may be just what you are searching for.

This complex for sale is located in…

Alys Beach, Florida is one of the most prestigious premier residential beach communities in the nation. It straddles both sides of Scenic 30A where it adjoins Seacrest Beach and is just west of Rosemary Beach.

This carefully crafted community is reminiscent of bright sun splashed villages you might see along the Mediterranean, however Alys Beach sits upon a sugary dune overlooking the emerald hued waters of the Gulf of Mexico. It was meticulously planned by the world-renowned Duany Plater-Zyberk team who achieved international architectural acclaim for introducing the pedestrian friendly “New Urbanism” design when they created iconic Seaside in the 1980s. Alys Beach homes are also the first in the nation to be officially certified as a “Fortified…

Destin is all about the beautiful beaches, right? Well there is a lot to be said for our sugary shoreline and shimmering white quartz crystal sand but once you discover boating - you will say Destin is all about the water! The dazzling jewel toned waters wrap around our entire island-like peninsula and are filled with a cornucopia of fish. One of the best places to own a boat is on Holiday Isle, a prestigious locale where gorgeous single-family homes were constructed to take advantage of this “off shore” location near the heart of Destin. The Destin Harbor borders Holiday Isle on the north side and the glistening gulf spans an expansive beach along its southern shore. East Pass connects here to the open gulf so many big private vessels are docked behind…

Take a moment and picture living extravagantly in the lap of luxury. Chances are you imagining a premier penthouse that soars high atop a prestigious waterfront tower. Penthouse 5 at One Water Place in Destin is just that place and it is now offered for sale.

This prestigious property encompasses 5,600 square feet of opulence that includes three bedrooms, two of which are Master Suites with private bathrooms. The paramount placement helps crown this luxury tower providing spectacular views across the wide expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay and the waterfront fairways of the Kelly Plantation golf course.

Walls of windows overlook the sparkling scenery while glass doors provide access to the penthouse balcony from the pavilion-like living room,…

A coastal dune lake is a rare lovely treasure all by itself. They are located in less than a handful of places in the entire world but some of them adorn the landscape along Scenic 30A. They sit nestled beside a sugary beach dune that periodically opens up to the glistening gulf, creating an exotic blend of water that supports abundant flora and fauna. This trio of amazing homes is now available on three of these precious South Walton coastal dune lakes for the fortunate few who may acquire them. 

The sensational setting of the first coastal dune lake home is at 1465 West County 30A in Santa Rosa Beach and has lushly landscaped grounds that encompass over an acre and a half and could aptly be named “paradise found’!  It is perched above Big Redfish…

How would you like to own a piece of history in Destin at a classic home that sits on one of the highest elevations overlooking sensational scenery above the harbor? This charming home at 626 Habor Boulevard encompasses almost 2,800 square feet and was built in 1940 at a time when Destin was still lighted up by kerosene lanterns! It has truly sweeping panoramic views of Destin’s bustling harbor, Holiday Isle and the glistening gulf in the distance.

Ongoing views of pristine sunrises, heavenly sunsets and magical moonlight over the harbor are breathtaking. These views are highlighted by twinkling lights on the water at night and the omnipresence of boats that skim across the water. You may join them on your own boat since this hospitable harbor home…

This stately Santa Rosa Beach bay front estate has finalized a foreclosure and is now available for sale by the bank. This lovely residence at 143 Hewett Point Road encompasses 6,227 square feet with five bedrooms and graces over half an acre of landscaped grounds directly on the Choctawhatchee Bay.

It was completed in 2008 with meticulous master craftsmanship, architectural detailing, upscale building materials and elegant flourishes in design. In fact this home could not be duplicated today at this price.

As soon as you enter the grand entry foyer of this elegant home you become captivated by the classic palatial interior, which includes ornate columns, shimmering marble floors, rich hardwoods, vintage chandeliers and ornate thick beamed…

Destin is a resort destination in and of itself. How would you like to own a private home that showcases the resort lifestyle? A fortunate few may now own an opulent home that resembles a resort because, among other things, it comes with a spectacular resort style swimming pool.  The shimmering shoreline beside the jewel toned glittering gulf waters inspires an exclusively privileged lifestyle and these three luxurious homes have a prime location right off Scenic Highway 98 in Destin, so the beautiful beach is only a short distance away. However you don’t even have to go that far to take a refreshing dip because each one of these homes places you in the watery lap of luxury right in the backyard.

Located at 3461 Scenic Hwy 98, the first home…

South Walton is a collection of intimate beach communities that primarily span Scenic Highway 30-A and is well positioned with Destin to the west and Panama City Beach to the east. With 16 unique developments, every few miles there is an original experience with each community priding itself on their rendition of the good life by the shore. Riding down Scenic 30-A you’ll notice an assortment of distinctive architecture styles. These visual cues tease what’s to be embraced by spending a moment - or a lifetime here. It only takes a glance to know where you are in South Walton. See how well you know our exceptional beachfront communities with this quick quiz.

Ready to purchase a home or condo in South Walton? Ocean Reef Real Estate has…