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Cooling Off in South Walton and Beyond

Cooling Off in South Walton and Beyond

It may be hot at the beach, but if you need some ideas for cooling off this summer, here are a few of our favorite things to do in and…

Written by Jill Tanner

July 19, 2017

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Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Raises $2.7 Million

Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Raises $2.7 Million

What a weekend the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) had! The 12th Annual DCWA was comprised of 55 unique live lots, 29 silent offerings, and 132 silent lots. The…

Written by Jill Tanner

May 19, 2017

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South Walton Officials Talk Growth

South Walton Officials Talk Growth

What We Learned About The County’s Future We recently had the pleasure of speaking with several key people from the Walton County government to discuss growth and development in the…

Written by Will Maberry

May 2, 2017

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26 E Saint Lucia Lane Just Sold in The Retreat

26 E Saint Lucia Lane Just Sold in The Retreat

26 E Saint Lucia Lane was sold by The Morar Group and The Abbott Group on April 27th, 2017 for a remarkable $5,550,000 – well above the average sales price…

Written by Will Maberry

April 28, 2017

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Significant Sale in WaterColor Phase 1

Significant Sale in WaterColor Phase 1

Located in Phase 1 of WaterColor, 511 Western Lake Drive recently closed for the highest price per square foot on the Gulf in Phase 1 in the last 12 months! Matt…

Written by Will Maberry

April 24, 2017

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It’s Wine Time!

It’s Wine Time!

Wine season is upon us – or at least wine festival season because who needs a season to drink wine? The 31st annual Sandestin Wine Festival will take place April…

Written by Will Maberry

April 21, 2017

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Highest Sold New Construction Spec Home to Date!

Highest Sold New Construction Spec Home to Date!

Selling for a remarkable $8,850,000 on April 10th, Lot 2 Bluffs at Sandy Shores was listed AND sold with Debbie Webb Watson. This home closed for 99% of list price…

Written by Will Maberry

April 14, 2017

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Restaurant Recommendations: 30A & Santa Rosa Beach

Restaurant Recommendations: 30A & Santa Rosa Beach

Our area attracts extraordinary restaurateurs from all over the world. New restaurants are popping up everywhere and we’re happy to share our 2 cents! T H E P…

Written by Will Maberry

July 5, 2013

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July Calendar of Events

July Calendar of Events

Events abound all summer long on the Emerald Coast. There is so much to do, taste, & see, you won’t want to miss a beat! The Big Dig Sandestin…

Written by Will Maberry

July 1, 2013

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Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach

Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach

Purple palm trees, giant marbles falling from the sky, a house that shatters like glass. This may sound like a Dr. Suess book, but it’s really just the first…

Written by Will Maberry

June 4, 2013

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Perfectly Pescado: Atop The Orleans in Rosemary Beach

Perfectly Pescado: Atop The Orleans in Rosemary Beach

There’s no shortage of fine dining restaurants and experiences in this foodie paradise we call the Emerald Coast. We sat down with Chef Ken Duenas from Pescado to learn more…

Written by Beth Hendricks

April 2, 2021

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The Sonny Side Of Life

The Sonny Side Of Life

On average, Florida enjoys 237 sunny days a year. For Paige Hunter, all of her days are “Sonny.” That’s because Hunter is the owner of Sonny James, a local lifestyle…

Written by Beth Hendricks

April 2, 2021

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From The Porch of Bill and Susan Edwards: The “Before” Photos

From The Porch of Bill and Susan Edwards: The “Before” Photos

The Spring/Summer edition of Niche, our luxury lifestyle magazine, features an interview with Bill and Susan Edwards for our signature series, “From The Porch.” What follows are the “before” photos…

Written by Beth Hendricks

March 31, 2021

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Iconic Property with Gulf Views in Rosemary Beach

Iconic Property with Gulf Views in Rosemary Beach

One lot from the Gulf, thus named the ”Land & Sea” for the story told in the hand-made tile insets covering the stucco, this iconic structure shaped like a wave…

Written by Shawna Gregory

March 31, 2021

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A Shattered Record in Alys Beach

A Shattered Record in Alys Beach

Rarely does an opportunity come along where a true real estate trifecta is achieved: New construction, a gulf-front presence and a location in one of 30A’s most desirable communities. 23…

Written by Adam Pfaff

March 26, 2021

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Spring Fling: Our Favorite Beach Hotspots

Spring Fling: Our Favorite Beach Hotspots

Ah, March. Our promise for making it through the blustery days of January and February. The time of the year when the sun starts shining hotter, the restaurants become more…

Written by Beth Hendricks

March 4, 2021

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One For the Books: A Wrap-Up Of Our Unprecedented Year

One For the Books: A Wrap-Up Of Our Unprecedented Year

In a year like no other, there was still plenty of cause for celebration, which we did in late January, when Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty hosted a virtual Awards…

Written by Beth Hendricks

March 3, 2021

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Gone Swimming: The Top 10 Pools on 30A

Gone Swimming: The Top 10 Pools on 30A

Confession time: The beaches along the Emerald Coast are among the best, but when it’s those sticky and humid dog days of summer, for us, nothing beats a refreshing dip…

Written by Beth Hendricks

March 2, 2021

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Business Beacon: Inside The Divers Down Pollution Project

Business Beacon: Inside The Divers Down Pollution Project

Editor’s note: This month’s Business Beacon is a spotlight on The Divers Down Pollution Project, a group of locals who work to remove pollution from our land and waterways. We…

Written by Beth Hendricks

March 1, 2021

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Florida Students Now No. 2 In America In AP Exam Success

Florida Students Now No. 2 In America In AP Exam Success

Tallahassee, Fla., February 25, 2021 — When it comes to academic performance, Florida’s public education system continues to rack up the trophies. The Sunshine State now ranks No. 2 in the nation…

Written by Beth Hendricks

February 25, 2021

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Category: SoWal

Cooling Off in South Walton and Beyond

Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation Raises $2.7 Million

South Walton Officials Talk Growth

26 E Saint Lucia Lane Just Sold in The Retreat

Significant Sale in WaterColor Phase 1

It’s Wine Time!

Highest Sold New Construction Spec Home to Date!

Restaurant Recommendations: 30A & Santa Rosa Beach

July Calendar of Events

Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach

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Recent Posts

Perfectly Pescado: Atop The Orleans in Rosemary Beach

The Sonny Side Of Life

From The Porch of Bill and Susan Edwards: The “Before” Photos

Iconic Property with Gulf Views in Rosemary Beach

A Shattered Record in Alys Beach

Spring Fling: Our Favorite Beach Hotspots

One For the Books: A Wrap-Up Of Our Unprecedented Year

Gone Swimming: The Top 10 Pools on 30A

Business Beacon: Inside The Divers Down Pollution Project

Florida Students Now No. 2 In America In AP Exam Success

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