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A recent article from Travel and Leisure states that it’s “time to put Walton County, Florida, on your travel list,” and they aren’t wrong.
You may know that Walton County, Florida is a popular tourist location, but did you know that Airbnb’s new summer domestic travel survey ranks Walton County as the “number one trending destination in America among travelers searching for vacation rentals on the platform.” Placed above destinations like Big Sur, California and Hampton Bays, New York;... Read More
WSJ Article Highlights Watersound Beach and Camp Creek Lake
A recent article from The Wall Street Journal titled, “Keep the Beach—These Homeowners Are Trying Lagoons on for Size” focuses on waterfront living and highlights Eric and Pam Greenfield. The Greenfields are a couple who purchased a second home in Watersound, Florida on Camp Creek Lake. Camp Creek Lake is located in Watersound Beach and... Read More
Yahoo! Finance Showcases 30A
A recent article from Yahoo! Finance titled, “Why Buying Property in These Vacation Destinations Could Be a Great Investment” focuses on the benefits of owning a rental property in a market that is booming, and highlights 30A’s small town charm and industry strengths. While many Americans believe real estate to be an extraordinary way to... Read More
Emerald Crest: 95 Years of Memories and Growth
In the 1920s, 160-acre tracts of Walton County land just west of Camp Helen were offered as homestead sites. Lucian May began a legacy that has spanned six generations; now, his great nephew, Fount May, kindly shares some memories. Beach life was rugged in the early days. To cross the Apalachicola River, the homesteaders used... Read More
Date Ideas: 30A Edition
Dreaming of a romantic date along 30A? We’ve picked out a few of our favorite date ideas so you don’t have to! Dinner date by boat to Louisiana Lagniappe “Can’t be beat for top date nights!” – Erin and Jon Oden There is no better way to travel to a dinner date than by boat!... Read More
Beach Bag Essentials
As we approach warmer weather, I thought I’d share a few essential items to keep in your beach bag! The perfect beach tote, of course! To start off, you need the perfect beach bag to carry your items in! Try to pick a tote with a good amount of storage space for all of your... Read More
Transform Your Bathroom into a Luxury Spa
Make Your Bathroom Smell Like a Spa with an Essential Oil Diffuser Pick an essential oil to diffuse throughout your bathroom that promotes relaxation and reduces stress. Lavender is one of the best choices to increase relaxation. Another great choice is Bergamot, which can be used to calm your emotions and release your anxious feelings.... Read More
Chilly Days on 30A
We are all anxiously awaiting summer but there is no need to spend these chilly days inside longing for the warmer weather. Here is a list of things to do on 30A when the sun just won’t come out to play. Go for a Bike Ride If you don’t have a bike with you, we’ve... Read More
Bougainvillea: Creating a Quintessential Alys Beach Home
59 McGee Drive Bursting with Vibrancy and Coastal Charm A renowned group of well-established talent joined to collaborate on the design and build of an exquisite coastal residence in an architecturally famed community along Northwest Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A corridor. Aptly named Bougainvillea, 59 McGee Drive boasts vibrant blooms along its white masonry walls. The... Read More
Beach Reads with a Local Twist
WITH FAMILY, WORK AND COMMUNITY OBLIGATIONS, MANY OF US DON’T HAVE TIME TO READ AS OFTEN AS WE’D LIKE. But when we get into vacation mode, that changes. The warm sand, expansive views, silenced alarm clocks and reclined chairs create the perfect setting in which to calm down and open up good books. Think about... Read More