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Attention enterprising entrepreneurs and real estate investment specialists! You and your partners should check out this unique “ready to do” deal located in Grayton Beach just off Scenic 30A in South Walton. Location is always one of the vital keys to real estate value and this seven acre development has that in spades. It is located right in the heart of Scenic 30A territory which has become a Mecca for an affluent avalanche of tourists and a secondary home destination for some of the wealthiest families in America. This is the recently discovered unspoiled land of sugary white crystalline quartz beaches, glittering emerald toned waters, rare exotic coastal dune lakes filled with abundant wildlife and thousands of acres of preserved natural forest.…

Have you ever fantasized what it would be like to have a beautiful home that has a setting that resembles living on an island in the tropics? This charming residence is available and comes pretty close to having this dream come true without having to leave the country!

This home offered for sale is located in a small exclusive enclave of upscale waterfront homes at 1894 Biscayne Circle Drive in Navarre, Florida. A private gated wooden bridge leads from the “mainland” across a preserved pristine wetlands area to this special unique residential paradise. The location graces a premier point overlooking a wide waterway framed by a beautiful barrier island towards the south. This three bedroom elevated home soars up to three stories tall offering…

These three stylish contemporary style homes are available for sale in South Walton and each one truly has “Wow” factor! They are the kind of homes you would expect to be featured in an issue of Architectural Digest, Elle Décor or Southern Living magazines. All three also happen to be located in some of the most prestigious coastal villages in South Walton including Santa Rosa Beach, Seaside and Inlet Beach.

A glorious gulf front estate at 27 Gulf Dunes Lane in an exclusively gated Santa Rosa Beach enclave and encompasses over 4,400 square feet with four bedrooms. This contemporary home was designed by well known architect Tom Christ and sits on almost one acre atop a sugary dune above the glistening gulf. The architectural style is a quite a…

Can you believe one of the questions we get asked most often?  “Is Destin a good place to live?” Well the answer is no - it’s a great place to live!

Destin comes complete with beautiful beaches, fabulous fishing, great golfing, outstanding shopping venues, world class dining and an abundance of water sports. Ocean Reef is proud to be situated in this perfect paradise providing real estate consultations and information to buyers who are seeking fine distinctive homes as well as luxurious condominiums. In recent years the rest of the nation have discovered these sugar white shores, and not just for vacations, but for year round living. The thriving fishing enterprises became a founding catalyst for this area of Northwest Florida back in the mid 1800s…

Talk about “Wow” factor, this opulent 21st century architectural masterpiece evokes awe due to its truly breathtaking contemporary design! This stunningly sensational home comprises over 12,000 square feet with six bedrooms and ten bathrooms.

Located at 139 Gulf Dunes Lane in Santa Rosa Beach, this prestigious Florida property boasts a premier panoramic setting which happens to be right above the sugar white beach overlooking the jeweled emerald toned waters of the gulf. A ramp leads down to the beautiful beach from atop the sugary dune. This modern mansion is located in an exclusively gated residential enclave of fine homes near Gulf Place.

Besides the unbelievable size and sensational location what’s truly amazing is the unique incredible…

Searching for a wonderful waterfront home that has a deep water dock for your large boat? Do you want a place that’s more than just your “home away from home” but can also become a precious primary residence where you may enjoy “the good life”? Well get excited - you just found it!

This spacious five bedroom Santa Rosa Beach home for sale includes 75 feet of deep water with a double tiered dock that can accommodate a large sea faring boat. The sensational scenery includes the open expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay which is just an arrow’s shot away. Within no time you may cruise out into the beautiful bay waters from your dock, setting sail all the way to Destin and the glistening gulf beyond.

The upper level of the dock includes an open sundeck where…

There are currently five condos available for sale at the Amalfi Coast, a popular beach resort destination in Miramar Beach. Many properties here are used as vacation rentals by their owners for a fairly lucrative return. Our acclaimed rental division, Ocean Reef Resorts, represents the lion’s share of these units.  Amalfi Coast vacation rentals are grossing as high as $27,000 for one bedroom units and $31,000 for two bedroom properties. TripAdvisor reviewers give the Amalfi Coast a 4.5 Star rating with comments from guests such as “Awesome stay”, “Breathtaking” and “Excellent resort.” This is not surprising since the resort sits on over eight acres of lushly landscaped grounds across from a towering sugar white dune that marks the highest elevation on…

Here are three impressive estates for sale that offer beautiful expansive private grounds overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay in Destin. These are “primary residences” with a capital “P” since they range in size from 7,600 to 12,000 square feet and have up to seven bedrooms. The word “magnificent” defiantly applies to all three!

The first is a historic gated estate in Destin’s prestigious Indian Bayou neighborhood at 777 Bayou Drive. This stately antebellum styled home encompasses true gracious elegance and offers serene privacy on over three acres of lovely landscaped grounds. Comprising 7,613 square feet this home actually has 8,500 square feet under roof since it has covered porches and an indoor Olympic sized swimming pool. It sits on a bluff…

Are you shopping for your ultimate dream home on or near the beautiful beach that can provide years of meaningful memories for your extended family and also be used as a potentially lucrative vacation rental property? Then check out these properties in delightful Dune Allen Beach on Northwest Florida’s glorious Emerald Coast. The awesome Dune Allen Beach location serves as a gateway to South Walton’s Scenic 30A and the picturesque villages nearby.

The first is a gracious hospitable home at 119 Oyster Lake Drive, which features six bedrooms encompassing almost 5,000 square feet in a storybook setting directly on Oyster Lake. It includes a Carriage Guest House above a three car garage that has separate living quarters with two bedrooms, a full bath and a…

We have good news and we have bad news. The bad news is that sustained demand for real estate has fueled tightening inventories, which are raising prices for real estate along Northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast. The good news is that there are still a few value deals available and interest rates remain near historic lows! Now is definitely the time to buy that beach “home away from home” at a good lending rate especially if you find a decent value. Value is ultimately determined by location. We’ve located three great condominiums available on sought after Holiday Isle in Destin offered at a good price. This prestigious peninsula has an awesome location that is “off shore” but near the heart of Destin. All the nightlife, restaurants, lively bars, seasonal…