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

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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

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South Walton has always been blessed by a pure quartz crystal sugary shoreline that’s considered among the brightest in the world. Tiny natural plankton reflects in the sunlight from the white bottom creating a dazzling jeweled brilliance. The land along the gulf between Destin and Panama City Beach is forested with pines, magnolias, live oaks, palmetto palms, and other tropical shrubs. Rare coastal dune lakes along this route are found in very few places in the world. The unique salted freshwater composition supports abundant wildlife. Thousands of acres are protected as forest preserves and state beach parks. Scenic County 30A now rolls through this magnificent setting with sensational views of the glittering gulf. Many charming picturesque

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Along South Walton's Scenic 30A, iconic Seaside received international fame and acclaim when it was first created back in the early-1980s. Its pedestrian-friendly, charming, Americana styled architecture and meticulous village plan ushered in the “New Urbanism” town design which was the first of its kind in the modern era.  It created an idyllic lifestyle in a precious piece of paradise with a finite number of properties that have always been in high demand and commanding top dollar. Currently, there are 20 homes for sale in Seaside priced from $775,000 to $6,490,000. The average list price stands at $3,138,857.      This cozy 1,275 square foot two-bedroom cottage is no exception. It is one of eleven cottages designed by renowned architects…

One of the biggest trends in real estate is the Small Home Movement.  The average American home is somewhere around 2,600 square feet.  Small homes come in just under 1,000 square feet and the boldest of downsizers are opting for Tiny Homes, which are anywhere from 100 to 400 square feet. Of course these smaller homes come in a range of shapes and sizes, but they all focus on living a more efficient lifestyle. 

There are many reasons buyers are drawn to smaller homes including environmental and financial concerns.  This small home for sale in Seaside is not for those finding themselves in the later category, as it a remarkable property in an impressive location. (Although it is value priced in comparison to neighboring properties.)  The old real

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You have heard it before. Real Estate value is primarily based upon... ”Location, Location, Location!” Well this certainly applies to this premier South Walton property that is located in one of the most sought after locations on Scenic 30A, which is the renowned community of Seaside. This iconic coastal village received international acclaim and fame in the 1980s by becoming the first town to usher in the “new urbanism” architectural design movement for the recreation of a picturesque pedestrian friendly Americana lifestyle.

Besides being a part of the “crown jewel” of the Emerald Coasst, the location of this particular home (2288 E Co Hwy 30A) offers the very best views here of the crystalline bright white beach and glittering gulf waters of the

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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

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Sea Sabella, located at 2314 E Co Highway 30-A is a masterfully designed modern beach home in famously renowned Seaside that is both beautiful and bodacious.

It is beautiful because the classic beach house exterior is sheathed Florida river cypress siding that blends seamlessly into a natural setting perched high upon a sugary dune. Multiple decks take full advantage of this paramount placement offering sweeping panoramic views of the jewel toned gulf as far as the eye can see. 

It is bodacious because of its magnificent modern and decidedly contemporary interiors. The upscale unique style defines beach chic. You might expect to see this kind of home as a backdrop in a movie about a famed celebrity. The fashionable furnishings and vibrant

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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

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