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St. Maarten 506 is a luxurious three bedroom condominium in Destin that is located in the exclusively gated world of Silver Shells, overlooking 1,100 linear feet of a powder white crystalline beach and the jeweled waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Silver Shells adjoins the expansive Henderson Beach State Park with tons of sugary beach to roam. A massive 7,500 square foot lagoon swimming pool with an expansive patio for sunning sits beside islands of palm trees set upon a green lush lawn. A splashing waterfall provides visual refreshment while a bubbling hot tub sits nearby. Another indoor/outdoor heated pool adjoins a classically columned patio area. The Sandbar & Grill provides favorite frozen beverages with tasty snacks so you may enjoy dining poolside…

Destin has many "dream homes" for sale and some of them have a waterfront boat dock. However only a precious few have the “Wow” factor that this masterpiece provides, not only due to its awesome location and multiple docks but also the incredible interior design. Located at 623 Lagoon Drive, this “one of a kind” premier architectural creation combines brilliant design with the very highest form of talented craftsmanship. The coveted Holiday Isle location provides 100 feet of protected waterfront overlooking Destin’s Harbor with FOUR deepwater docks, two of which can berth large yachts.

This remarkable 7,500 square foot home has six bedrooms and seven baths with room to entertain plenty of guests. Walls of floor to ceiling windows on three floors…

Here at Ocean Reef Real Estate we receive many inquiries about fractional ownership opportunities located at the Emerald Grande in Destin and Inspiration at Sandestin. This is a relatively new kind of real estate that was introduced to the Emerald Coast in recent years and many may not be familiar with type of purchase. Here are some key notes that will help you decided if Fractional Ownership in Destin is right for you.  

Fractional Ownership allows parties who are usually unrelated to have a partial ownership and mitigated responsibility in a high-value tangible asset, which is most often resort real estate property. Fractional ownership endeavors include management administration, maintenance fees and certain rules documented in purchase…

Location and luxury go hand-in-hand with this six bedroom, three story residence that has seven full bathrooms and over 4,400 square feet of gracious living space. It has a coveted location south of Scenic 30A in an exclusive residential neighborhood that close to the beautiful beach and Gulf Place, which serves as the delightful engaging town center for Santa Rosa Beach. A raised plank walkway provides direct access to the beach and there is a private heated plunge pool out. Within minutes you may either take a freshwater dip or luxuriate in the luminescent jeweled waters of the glistening gulf. This home comes completely furnished in upscale fashion and is already on an established vacation rental program. The location, size and exceptional appointments…

For 33 years Ocean Reef Resorts has represented private vacation rental properties and many of these are luxurious beachfront condominiums located all along the Emerald Coast. A majority of visiting guests fall in love with Destin or any of the surrounding communities and come here every year on family vacations or romantic long weekend getaways. Eventually many decide to purchase property in this part of paradise and we have professional real estate agents who can help you.

Before you decide to buy a condominium you must zero in on a desirable location which is of paramount importance. You’ve heard about the importance of “location” before since it always applies to the purchase of a single family home, but it also applies to condominiums. Many…

On the far eastern end of South Walton’s Scenic 30A is the charming town of Rosemary Beach. This picturesque village was completed less than ten years ago but due the authentic Dutch Indies inspired architecture and meticulous land plan it looks like it has been here for hundreds of years. It sits high upon a sugary dune overlooking the emerald toned jeweled waters of the gulf. Rosemary Beach is a new world vision of an old world style. Broad grassy lawns, lushly landscaped parks lined with trees, stately townhomes, distinctive condominiums, unique specialty shops, restaurants and magnificent custom built single family homes create a serene refined ambiance. One of the main streets that gently meanders down a hill from Barrett Square goes past fashionable…

Are you ready for a rendezvous with destiny? Then you should consider purchasing Rendezvous in Destiny Shores. This brand new Tuscan styled beachfront home of the same name is located in one of Destin’s most privileged neighborhoods with a gorgeous community pool, a fitness center and tennis courts available for your use. Rendezvous is a phenomenal luxurious three story estate with superb unsurpassed stature. It encompasses 8,799 square feet under roof that includes seven bedrooms and eight luxury bathrooms. This property can easily accommodate up to twenty-two fortunate guests and is currently on a rental program with rates ranging from $5,900 to $18,500 per week. Visitors become captivated as soon as they enter the three story foyer which features a…

Destin Pointe is a prestigious residential community located on the far western point of Holiday Isle in Destin. This peninsula is Destin’s version of island living and has three sides of jewel toned waters. The views at Destin Pointe are dazzling since the glorious gulf extends all the way to the southern horizon, Destin Harbor sits to the north and East Pass borders the neighborhood towards the west. The beach wraps all the way around the neighborhood itself which is centered on Lakes Caroline and Christina, which are natural coastal dune lakes These rare exotic lakes attract an abundance of wildlife including Great Blue Herons, snowy white Egrets, Seagulls and an assortment of ducks. East Pass is the only opening between the gulf and Choctawhatchee…

A commercial real estate development that already includes a pre-existing hotel, a banquet hall and an office building has just been listed for sale. It is located at Topsail Village with an outstanding location on Scenic 30A, just one mile southeast of the intersection with the Emerald Coast Parkway. This desirable 30A location places the property only two miles east of Grand Boulevard in Sandestin and less than a mile from two public beach access points. It includes ownership of an existing fifteen unit boutique hotel known as 30-A Suites, a thriving wedding rental venue called Celebration Hall and a two story office building on site. It also includes ownership to approximately three acres with preapproved development rights for an additional hotel, a…

For over 33 years Ocean Reef has represented private vacation rental properties including beachfront mansions, cozy cottages and luxury gulf front condominiums along the Emerald Coast. Many Ocean Reef guests fall in love with our special piece of paradise and often decide to purchase real estate here in this part of Northwest Florida. Considering buying property?  Here are 5 Vacation Home Buying Tips that will help you when you decide to “take the plunge!”

Tip 1. Location, Location, Location

You’ve heard this before since it always applies to the purchase of a primary residence- but did you know it also applies to vacation homes? A majority of those who purchase a vacation home plan to utilize it primarily for their own personal use. The first…