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Ocean Reef Real Estate was privileged and pleased to have listed this 2,400 square foot premier Penthouse at the far western point of Holiday Isle in Destin. The location alone is phenomenal since this Penthouse crowns the exclusively gated luxurious Waterview Towers complex and offers spectacular views of the sparkling scenery.

These panoramic views span across East Pass from the Destin Bridge beside the bay and Harborwalk Village towards the northwest all the way out into the glistening gulf towards the southwest. East Pass itself is directly up front where yachts and fishing charters crisscross from the harbor into the open gulf. Speaking of big boats, this property also comes with a rare and precious boat slip, which can berth a vessel up to 55…

If you want a permanent inroad to your favorite place to visit, purchasing a vacation home can be extraordinarily rewarding. And you’re far from alone: 21% of all residential transactions in 2014 were for vacation homes, according to the National Association of Realtors. But it’s a huge investment, and not one to be made with any less diligence than any other home purchase. Before signing the paperwork, do ample research into the local area and what owning a second property could mean for you even while you’re at your full-time home.

Taxes: Even if you’re only in your vacation home for a portion of the year, you still have to pay a full year’s worth of property taxes, so it’s important that you’re familiar with the tax code. Some tourism-heavy areas…

Ocean Reef Realty has just listed three affordable furnished vacation rental properties that are turnkey ready to use for lucrative investment income in Destin and Miramar Beach. Our sister division Ocean Reef Resorts professionally manages these vacation rentals for property owners who rent them out for passive income and also occasionally vacation there themselves. They are meticulously maintained as popular vacation destinations along Scenic Highway 98 in Destin and beside Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach. These properties are located specifically at Ariel Dunes II, Crystal Sands and the Beach Resort.

Ariel Dunes II 604 is a luxurious condominium with two bedrooms that is comfortably furnished with upscale tasteful casual décor and has the…

This wonderful three-bedroom beach vacation home at 266 Open Gulf Street has a splendid location in an established residential neighborhood that borders the sugary shoreline in the heart of Miramar Beach. Although it is tucked away in a private little world of its own, this beach house is a popular destination for visiting guests. In fact it grossed nearly $30,000 in 2016 on a rental program through our sister division Ocean Reef Resorts with the potential to do considerably more. This beach home comes completely furnished and is ready for guests.

The private beach access is just steps away and the glistening gulf, which may be seen from the upper level balcony off the Master Bedroom Suite.  The parchment toned tile flooring is low maintenance, the…

Ocean Reef has just listed two outstanding fully furnished six-bedroom vacation homes for sale that are close to the beautiful white sand beach. Both are located on Open Gulf Street just an arrow’s shot away from the luminescent waters of the glowing gulf. The striking beach is close by at this awesome location near Scenic Gulf Drive, which is highly sought after among vacationers since it is in the heart of Miramar Beach. This is minutes away from popular gulf front restaurants, championship golf courses, grocery stores, pharmacies, wine outlets and bargain shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets. It is also conveniently close to restaurants, lively bars, seasonal festivities, concerts and abundant amusements at Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin.

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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…

This new listing at 57 Sandy Dunes Circle is available as the ultimate family beach compound and can also be utilized as a powerful vacation rental property.

This highly sought-after hospitable home in Miramar Beach known as Magnolia Sands comes completely furnished and grossed $165,000 in vacation rental income in 2015. Weekly vacation rentals range from $3,300 during the winter to $8,190 during the high-demand season of summer. Beachgoers are eager to rent at this rate since this gracious home is just steps away from the glistening jewel toned gulf, has five bedrooms (each one with access to a full luxury bath), encompasses almost 4,000 square feet and is packed with special amenities including an over-sized sparkling swimming pool. It was…

This charming Destin cottage is indeed adorable and located in a secluded residential neighborhood known as Clipper Cove, just a short distance away from the jeweled waters of the glittering gulf. In fact you could be there in less than a handful of minutes by golf cart or bike.

Although this neighborhood has a warm small town Americana ambiance complete with white picket fences, it is in the center of Destin’s Crystal Beach. This sought after locale places you close by to grocery stores, pharmacies, wine outlets, family amusements, shopping at Destin Commons and an abundant choice of restaurants.

There is also a lovely lagoon shaped community swimming pool right down the street with a large lounging patio, bathroom facilities and showers.

Talk about having “Wow Factor”! This 9,000 square foot brand new beachfront home is located on over one acre of land overlooking the sugary white shimmering shore on prestigious Holiday Isle in Destin.

It has stellar panoramic views of East Pass, the glistening emerald toned gulf and includes 100 linear feet of private beautiful white sand beach.

There is over 5,000 square feet of sumptuous surroundings for outdoor entertainment, which includes multiple patios, balconies, an infinity swimming pool and bubbling spa for twelve. The size and tremendous beachfront location already make this home remarkably special. However the superlative Wow Factors apply to the conspicuous contemporary design of this architectural masterpiece. This magnificent…

Stunning, sensational and superb are the three adjectives that best describe this amazing Seagrove Beach home that looks like the kind of celebrity home you may see featured in an issue of Coastal Living Magazine or Architectural Digest.

This property has been named “Sarayu” which translates to “Spirit Wind” and the name is fitting since this place is truly heavenly! Besides the home itself, the location alone is awesomely perfect since it sits perched upon the end of a sugary dune overlooking the glistening gulf on one side and a precious coastal dune lake on the other.

The sweeping views provide a premium panorama that extends as far as you can see into the sparkling southern horizon. This home was deliberately designed to take full…