All Blog Entries by Jamie Conley

In today’s blog post we take a look at the area’s easternmost community - Inlet Beach Florida. Considered the gateway to South Walton County and Scenic 30A, Inlet Beach encompasses a little more than 3.5 square miles. Bordered on the south by the gulf and beach, and on the north by Lake Powell, the largest Coastal Dune Lake in the Northern Hemisphere.  (Learn more here:  30A's Rare Coastal Dune Lakes.)

In the last few years, this formerly sleepy little area at the eastern entrance of Scenic 30A has experienced a surge of growth and popularity both commercially and in the development of new homes and businesses. There are now three main shopping and dining areas located within Inlet Beach 30Avenue, The Crossings at Inlet Beach, and Shops of Inlet…

It’s safe to say that as 2021 draws to a close, the 30A real estate market has been one for the record books. But more specifically, how do the numbers look for our current condominium market?

In today’s post, we have some surprising data that gives a very good perspective. We'll start first by giving a broad overview of our condominium market here at the beach. Most notable of all the numbers we looked at was that out of approximately 3,350+ condo units along 30A, there are only 57 units currently available for purchase!  

30A Condominium Profile

• 132 Condo complexes located along the 30A corridor between Dune Allen Beach and Inlet Beach
• 3,357 Total Available Units along 30A
• 2 High-Rise condominium buildings. Both located within Seagrove…

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we’re celebrating with a roundup of holiday meal happenings throughout South Walton. Whether you’re looking for a sit-down meal at one of our local restaurants or to-go meal options that can feed families big and small, there’s something for everyone in South Walton. 

Thanksgiving To-Go Meals

Cafe Thirty-A Thanksgiving Day To-Go

Cafe Thirty-A is offering Thanksgiving to-go. Call to place your order. Orders cost $300. Each order feeds six people. Menu available online. Pick up time is between 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

• Website: cafethirtya.com

• Address: 3899 E. County Highway 30A, Seagrove Beach, Fla. 32459
• Phone: (850) 231-2166 (Extension 1)

Destin Ice Market 30A | Thanksgiving To-Go

We're excited to unveil a brand new, beautiful edition of  IN • REVIEW Magazine with you!   This time IN • REVIEW's Local Features Section includes the Cultural Arts Alliance's upcoming MONARCH ART TRAIL unveiling on Friday, November 12th +  coverage on a new local brewery & taproom, Owner & Gardening Tips, 30A Fall Event's Calendar, and more.

As we've done in previous editions of IN • REVIEW, we break down 30A Market Trends from a unique and different perspective. Statistics that you'll discover include a 42% increase in the number of homes sold in  Seagrove Beach; Cash sales accounted for  58% of the homes sold in Blue Mountain Beach.  And one of the most interesting data points revealed a whopping 65% jump in the median price of  Seagrove…

Serving Up Flavorful Beer for The Fun-Loving Crowd

Long-time local and private chef Hunter Davis and business partner Anne Margaret Harrison have teamed up combining the best of their business   experience, talents, and backgrounds to launch the area’s newest brewery and taproom, ODD PELICAN BEER CO. Davis and Harrison have gotten off to a solid start in the business by securing a SEASIDE® license to make and distribute an exclusive brew aptly named “Seaside Suds.” ODD PELICAN BEER CO currently offers three other specialty brews including “The SUMMIT,” “Black Creek Stout” and “SPECTACLE”.

 Hunter and Anne Margaret also have a shared passion for giving back to the community and supporting local non-profit organizations. Both are actively…

Northwest Florida is a part of the migratory pattern of the Monarch butterfly, and every fall tens of thousands of Monarchs can be seen enjoying an abundance of native wildflowers that thrive throughout Walton County. Since 1992, The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County (CAA) has celebrated this yearly natural event with The Flutterby Festival, an annual children’s arts and science event.  

As an addition to this year’s festivities, The CAA is proud to announce the opening of another Art in Public Spaces initiative - Monarch Art Trail (MAT).  An outdoor sculpture project was created with support from The St. Joe Community Foundation. The official opening of the Monarch Art Trail takes place Friday, November 12th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm and…

We've been helping owners with their beach homes for over 28 years and know what works!  So, today, we're sharing a little of the "Secret Sauce" we use when assisting our clients in planning for a successful sale!   Let us know any questions or curiosities you may have about what it might take to get your beach home "SOLD" too!

SMART PRICING

A “smartly priced” home is key to garnering genuine buyer interest that ultimately leads to stronger offers.  So, take time to become well informed on current market values.  Get professional insights that include a custom detailed study of your home, its features, the local neighborhood, any amenities, and recent sales.   Our team can provide in-depth pricing studies at no cost, or obligation and assist you…

There are conversations buzzing in the air both nationally and for our area here in South Walton that perhaps the real estate markets may be experiencing a slight shift from the last year’s white-hot seller’s market.  As we transition into the fall season what are the market numbers telling us?  Are home prices changing?  Is there a change in inventory levels?  Is the market still strong as it was this time last year or is there a transition in process away from a sellers’ market?  In today’s post, we’re taking a look at these questions and do our best to sort out what sales and inventory numbers may be telling us

According to both Florida and Nationwide industry analysts, major market home prices and appreciation remain at levels not seen in over…

From plays to movies, and football, to farmers' markets there's plenty to do along 30A this weekend!   Check out our list of just a few fun things going on here at the beach!

International Ocean Film Tour at Watersound Origins

Date:                 Friday Sept 17 – Saturday Sept 18th

Time:                7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Where:             Watersound Origins Village Commons Lawn  - Event Details & Ticket Info

Moonlight Paddle on Lake Powell

Date:                    Friday Sept 17

Time:                   7:30 – 8:30 pm

Where:                Camp Helen State Park  -  Event Details

Seaside Farmers’ Market

Date:                 Saturday – Sept 18th

Time:                9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Where:             …

When you live along the Gulf Coast, hurricanes, and storms are simply a way of life. As communities both far and near, we always come together to help one another in a time of need. In an effort to assist those who want to help our neighbors in Louisiana who are living through the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, we’ve put together a list of relief efforts currently underway by 30A local businesses.  Please consider reaching out to support these local efforts!   

Also please check back often - as we receive additional sources of relief efforts we'll update the list below with new information!

From Seaside FL Facebook Page: Please visit our Stories or Hurricane Relief Story Highlight on our Instagram page @seasidefl to learn more. We will continue…