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If you have ever traveled down Scenic 30A, you have probably been awed by this 6,900 square foot architectural masterpiece at 208 Paradise by the Sea, nestled in between Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach, Florida. It has an Aladdin meets Star Wars kind of look, which dovetails Moroccan detailing into a sleek, distinctive contemporary style. It is the kind of home you expect to see featured in the latest edition of Architectural Digest or Ocean Home Magazine and is in a word - Magnificent!

This sensational icon graces one-half acre of lush tropically landscaped grounds encased by bright white alabaster walls with a fortress-like tower and curved balcony decks that provide panoramic views of the jeweled gulf.

Dual custom-designed…

Searching for your ultimate Dream Home that can also dock a big boat? They’re a rare find in Destin since other than some properties on Holiday Isle and a few harbor front homes, deep water dockage here is nearly nonexistent. The Gulf is out of the question, and most homes along Choctawhatchee Bay have shallow water near the shoreline. Although they may accommodate shallow bottomed boats and pontoons with a long dock, a big boat is too deep for such waters. People elsewhere who have big boats have to store them in pricey facilities when not in use.

However, this magnificent home at 134 West Country Club Drive in Destin’s well established prestigious Indian Bayou neighborhood does harbor big boats!

Three words aptly describe this 4,238 square foot…

This unique masterpiece of design at 114 E. Surfside Drive in Blue Mountain Beach encompasses 3,249 square feet with four bedrooms and a connected two-car carriage house with guest quarters. The sought after location has the highest elevation on the entire Gulf of Mexico, close to picturesque 30A coastal villages for dining, drinking, shopping and the enjoyment of seasonal festivals.

This place has lots of "Wow" factor! Geodesic dome designed homes are very rare, and most people have never even seen one in person. They were created by the renowned architect R. Buckminster Fuller in the 1950s. The modern avant-garde spherical design became popular among independent creative people when introduced as Ford Motor Company's new headquarters building and the…

Sandestin is an exclusively gated 2,400-acre world-class community and is the most prestigious resort in Northwest Florida. The lushly landscaped grounds straddle the entire peninsula from the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico across to the Choctawhatchee Bay. Four championship golf courses meander throughout the forested grounds dotted with lovely lagoons.  The enchanting French Quarter inspired Village of Baytowne Wharf and swank Grand Boulevard town center provide a wide array of restaurants, lively bars, boutiques, galleries, outdoor concerts, seasonal festivals along with all sorts of delightful diversions. Sandestin boasts a privileged setting that exemplifies an extraordinary lifestyle for those who are fortunate enough to live here.

This exquisite 3,970…

This brand new, sleek, spacious five-bedroom home for sale encompasses 3,126 square feet and is located at 220 North St. Francis Drive in the exclusively gated residential enclave of Emerald Waters Village. This lovely neighborhood in Miramar Beach is just minutes away from the sugary white beach on Scenic Gulf Drive, where you will also find several popular restaurants with friendly beach bars. This location, along with convenient deeded beach access for owners and guests is a great vacation destination. It may command over $100,000 in annual projected gross rental income, which solidifies this purchase not only a second home but also as a lucrative residential investment property. Since it comes lavishly furnished and beautifully appointed with vibrant…

This regal residence is located at the gated Regency Towers residential beach community in a wonderful world of its own, yet close to everything Downtown Destin has to offer.  This privileged place is restricted for owner’s use only in an exclusive enclave of only 44 condominiums that boasts abundant amenities. The superb location at 950 Highway 98 #7111 is minutes away from restaurants, lively bars, specialty shops, seasonal festivals, and delightful amusements at HarborWalk Village.

A palm-lined drive leads in from the highway meandering past a large lovely lagoon festooned by fountains and accented by a walkway that crosses the water to a central gazebo. The private shimmering crystalline shoreline spans 333 linear feet across overlooking the…

The Real estate mantra about property value is always about location and this luxurious beautifully remodeled gulf front residence at Silver Shells has it all.

First of all, the grounds of this exclusively gated 30-acre residential resort are located in the heart of Destin.

Secondly, the St. Thomas tower is on its eastern edge with endless views of the glorious gulf and the sugary white expanse of Henderson Beach State Park.

Best of all, this magnificent 2,547 square foot masterpiece of design at St. Thomas 301 is on the eastern side of this tower with panoramic views of this spectacular seascape from almost every room. A spacious wrap-around beach balcony takes full advantage of these premier views and has direct access from all three bedrooms…

This opulent gulf front mansion is an exclusively gated estate in Seagrove Beach designed by Chris Stoyles, a renowned architect of Scenic 30A properties. It is a masterpiece of design located at 200 Eastern Lake Road and is the kind of stunning home that you expect to see featured in the latest edition of Architectural Digest. The lushly landscaped grounds feature a premier position high upon a dune that provides panoramic views of the jewel toned gulf as far as the eye can see.

200-EasterThis three-story mansion and adjoining guest quarters encompass 7,154 square feet, which includes a total of five bedrooms, all with luxurious en suite baths. Two additional half bathrooms provide convenient powder rooms for use when entertaining.

It has a…

The talented Vern Yip and his partner Craig Koch built a gorgeous home for their family in the prestigious picturesque, charming village of Rosemary Beach, Florida after purchasing over half an acre at 384 West Water Street in 2013. The corner lot location beside a quiet pedestrian pathway is just steps away from the bright white sand beach and provides lovely gulf views.

Photo: David A. Land

This home was featured on HGTV as a showcase beach home since Vern has been on Trading Places, hosted Deserving Designs and was a judge on Design Star. Vern, who has a degree in architecture, designed it himself and provided chic interior furnishings, which come with the purchase price.

The 2,828 square foot three-story home has classic white stucco…

Destin has received a number of superlatives over the years including high acclaim for our sugar white beautiful beaches, the glowing emerald toned gulf, and a coveted coastal lifestyle.

We just received one more claim to fame! A magnificent villa for sale at Destiny by the Sea has received the second largest numbers of interested viewers nationwide on the giant Realtor website. It is also the most expensive.

Realtor.com keeps track of the number of viewers using its website and determines which properties are receiving the most views. The list includes ten homes and an historic property in Philadelphia built in 1703 priced at $1,200,000 has had the most viewing activity. It is located on “Elfreth’s Ally,” which is purported to be the oldest…