"Slices of 30A" - Living at the Beach

Walton County BCC Confirms Purchase of Eastern Lake Waterfront Parcel

Posted by Robin Maynard on August 17th, 2016

The beautiful beaches of the scenic 30A region of South Walton County just got a little better.

In a regular meeting on August 9th, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners (WCBCC) gave final approval to the proposed purchase of a section of beachfront land near the community of Seagrove Beach located immediately to the west of Eastern Lake, and includes the Eastern Lake outfall.  The BCC is also currently working to finalize the purchase of adjacent parcels to the east of the recently purchased parcel in the Eastern Lake area.

Eastern Lake is one of fifteen unique Coastal Dune Lakes that are located along the nineteen mile stretch of coastal Scenic Highway 30A on Northwest Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast. The Coastal Dune lakes along…

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On the 30A Beach, on the Bay, on the Lake...or life in between!

Posted by Robin Maynard on June 8th, 2016

While having a beautiful 30A beach home is something so many of us dream about, not everyone wants to have a full-time, part-time or vacation home directly on Scenic 30A’s pristine beaches. One of the neat things about living or owning property in South Walton is the diversity of locations the area has to offer. While over 40% of the land that makes up southern Walton County is either in State Forest areas, Florida State Parks or preservation areas, there are beautiful locations with wonderful waterfront or wooded surroundings to make almost everyone’s dream place.  And the best thing is, from just about anywhere in South Walton you can still be at the beach in no-time! 

So, if beachside living isn’t “your thing” but you want to be on the water, how…

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Check Out These Amazing 30A Homes Available Now!

Posted by Robin Maynard on April 24th, 2016

The beautiful homes that line the scenic 30A coastline offer breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, its stunning aqua-marine waters reflecting the Northwest Florida sun! The communities embody a charming small beach town aesthetic that locals love and visitors yearn for. The pace of life here is somewhat slower, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the Blue Lupine flowers and feel the cool gulf breeze. 

You can make a home here too! Davis Properties of Northwest Florida represents a number of wonderful properties that you are sure to fall in love with. Take a moment and tour these amazing scenic 30A homes available now!

250 Canal Street, Seagrove Beach

Beautifully set amid a nest of towering pines, this whimsical Seagrove Beach home brings a…

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South Walton Is Not Only Growing, We’re Thriving!

Posted by Robin Maynard on April 14th, 2016

The Beaches of South Walton have been experiencing a lot of growth and change over the last couple of years. How does that change look?

We’ve put together some stats that are pretty amazing.

South Walton County by the Numbers

More and more people are discovering the 30A area as both a vacation destination and as a highly desirable place to live, work, play, and raise their families. Ten to fifteen years ago, it wasn’t uncommon for businesses to close during the “off season” (traditionally Labor Day to March 1); but now, due to a full line-up of nearly year-round concerts, major events, art fairs and festivals, the “shoulder seasons” are becoming more and more narrow. (Go to Waltonoutdoors and 30A.com for info on upcoming local events.)

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Help Shape the Style of the 30A Communities!

Posted by Robin Maynard on January 21st, 2016

The local Tourist Development Council (TDC) for South Walton is looking for the public's help in deciding the future of 30A's distinctive style. You could have a hand in shaping the way future generations experience this beautiful section of the Northwest Florida gulf coastline.

Visit Walton County recently welcomed a team from R-A-M Professional Group to help decide the future of the community's public spaces. The group will ultimately be responsible for producing a Design Guide that is meant to direct the artistic vision of key public features in the area including signage, walkovers and landscaping.

They've asked for the public's help! Make sure to do your part and fill out this quick survey. Basically, the survey looks for guidance on the…

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Davis Properties!

Posted by Larry Davis on December 22nd, 2015

2015 has been a phenomenal year for 30A real estate and our sales team has worked diligently helping so many home buyers and sellers reach their real estate goals this year. We believe the secret to this year’s success has been the result of the commitment of every member of the Sales Team to focus on clients’ needs and goals first. We also believe in maintaining a consistency in communicating with all parties of the transaction at every phase of the home buying process and working to create Win-Win strategies for our buyers and sellers.

Looking Back at an Amazing 2015!

As we look toward winding down 2015, the South Walton real estate statistics below for several of 30A’s key neighborhoods show some quick, preliminary figures reflecting increases…

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Living on South Walton’s Coastal Dune Lakes

Posted by Larry Davis on December 14th, 2015

The lakes located along Scenic 30A’s 18-mile stretch of road are unique and special, not only to South Walton and Northwest Florida but they hold a very unique distinction. Classified as Coastal Dune Lakes because of their close proximity to our beautiful white dunes and the gulf, these local treasures are extremely rare and only exist in five other places world-wide. A beautiful, award-winning PBS documentary on the Coastal Dune Lakes was released earlier this year and has already been featured in several film festivals.

These ecological treasures located within Southern Walton County hold a special protection status and have specific county building guidelines within the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan. We’ve put together a list of…

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Thanksgiving 30A Style

Posted by Robin Maynard on November 20th, 2015

Thanksgiving is  less than a week away;  after that it's a full court press on to Christmas and New Years.  Here along the Beaches of 30A & South Walton, there’s no lack of activity geared toward getting everyone in the holiday spirit!  Beginning this weekend and over the coming weeks ahead there are LOTS of fun and entertaining events to choose from.  Kick off the Thanksgiving holiday with the third annual  Thanksgiving Day 30A 10K run, enjoy Holiday Parades, Tree lightings, and of course Santa sightings along the Beaches of South Walton are always the talk of the town.  Here's a partial list of activities going on, but be sure to check out 30A.com   and  Waltonoutdoors for their  full event calendars and complete run-down on Thanksgiving  weekend and…

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Celebrating Seaside Post Office's 30th Anniversary!

Posted by Larry Davis on November 19th, 2015

Seaside, FL - On October 23rd, locals, town merchants and curious visitors gathered in front of one of Scenic 30A's most iconic spots to commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of the Seaside Post Office.

Built in 1985 during a time when Scenic 30A was much less developed; the post office was intended to serve as a landmark. It would become popular gathering place and a way to provide a "sense of place" for the fledgling new community.

Situated literally in the geographical center of Seaside, the post office was designed by the town's founder, Robert Davis.

The Seaside Post Office Today

Thirty years later the post office still serves its original purpose. It is also, no doubt, the most photographed building in Seaside and most likely the most…

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Landscaping at the Beach – The Best Option - “Go Native!”

Posted by Larry Davis on August 7th, 2015

Maybe you’ve just purchased your 30A dream home or maybe you’re still looking for that perfect South Walton place to call your own! Does the yard around it need help or perhaps a total “make-over” but you’re not sure where to start? This week we met with one of our favorite local landscape experts; Jen Jones, owner of Nature of the Beach who maintains a beautiful butterfly garden on the Davis Properties of Northwest Florida office grounds. Jen shared some of her advice and insight on how to approach a plan for gardening and best landscape choices here along our Northwest Florida Beaches. 

Jen Jones – Nature of the Beach, LLC

“When it comes to choosing what plants, shrubs or trees to select for use around your South Walton beach home, the best…

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