Things You Must Put on Your 30A Bucket List

30A really is a special place. It's one of the most beautiful coastal areas in America. In fact, the sugar white sands and sparkling emerald Gulf waters rival some of the best beaches in the world. And best of all, 30A offers visitors so much more than 19 miles of pristine beaches - there  are some absolutely amazing things you have to experience around 30A.

·       If you're an adrenaline junkie, you must try kiteboarding and surfing.  

·       For some family fun, catch live music, sporting events on the big screen, and some great eats and drinks at The HUB.

·       Into the outdoors? Camp out at  Grayton Beach and take an ecosystem hike. Or try the Timpoochee Trail offering nearly 20 miles of trails that meander through 30A neighborhoods and beautiful coastal dune lakes.

·       Festivals your thing? The Songwirters Festival held every January is one not to miss. And Digital Graffiti held every May in Alys Beach is also a 30A favorite.

·       Wet a hook – go Surf Fishing or Deep-Sea fishing in the Gulf. Boats launch from Grayton Beach all summer long.

·       Experience “Old Cuba" at The Pearl Hotel in Rosemary Beach. Inspired by El Floridita, Hemingway’s favorite haunt in old-town Havana, The Pearl’s signature restaurant offers a comfortable, communal ambiance. 

·       Catch a Movie Night almost every night of the week -- The Hub Wednesdays at 7:00pm, Rosemary Beach Thursdays at 8:15pm, Alys Beach Tuesdays at 8:00pm, and at Seaside Fridays at 8:00pm. Great family flicks show all summer long.

·       Enjoy some private beach time at Deer Lake State Park. It’s an off the beaten path area where you can picnic swim and fish. The ¼ mile beach walkover through the Coastal dunes is well worth the trip.

·       And my all time favorite place to enjoy tuna dip and cocktails and catch a gorgeous sunset – Bud & Alleys in Seaside! There’s just no better place to experience the true 30A vibe! 

So, no matter what you are into, make your own beach bucket list and come on down to 30A today. There’s so much to do you’ll have to come back several times to do it all!

What Makes Watercolor So Unique?

In a word – nature. WaterColor is a vibrant beach resort and residential community rich in natural beauty. Nestled between the beautiful beaches of Scenic Highway 30A and the 220-acre coastal dune lake known as Western Lake, many think that WaterColor's greatest feature is provided by Mother Nature. But if you’re looking for more, there’s a diverse collection of award-winning amenities, activities and events to enjoy all year long.

There’s no better place to spend your day hard at play. Explore the miles and miles of hiking and biking trails, play a round of tennis, launch a stand-up paddle board or kayak from the boathouse and explore Western Lake, or paddle to the gulf. Or if relaxing is your thing, stop in at the Beach Club, chill on the beach, go for a swim in the gulf, then take a break for lunch or happy hour. Later in the evening you can take in the sunset and a wonderful gourmet meal at Fish Out of Water. And best of all, you never have to worry about the kids because Camp WaterColor will keep them engaged in adventures and activities all day long.  

One visit and you will see WaterColor is truly a special place on scenic 30A – a place where the entire family can relax and do it all or simply do nothing at all.  So plan to come soon, and if you stop in at Wine World for a bite, my Premier Property Group office is right across the street, so please stop in and say hello!  

Real Estate is Booming in Seacrest Beach

Idyllically located between Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach, Seacrest Beach has become a popular destination for homeowners and beachgoers alike. Featuring the largest community swimming pool on scenic 30A, a wonderful variety of gulf front homes and condos, great restaurants and shops, and the always fun Peddlers Pavillion, Seacrest Beach is in the center of it all and has quickly become the place to be.

In the last 6 months, 21 properties were sold in Seacrest Beach. The median sales price for new construction was $799,000, while the median price for existing homes was $795,000. Seacrest property is hotter than ever with the average days on market coming in at only 38 days for resales, which is

very quick when you think about it.

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Home prices on scenic 30A are continuing to trend upward, so if you are looking to purchase this year, the time to lock in the best price is now rather than later. If you’d like more information on Seacrest Beach real esate please contact me today at 850-570-7290.