Hampton Inn Seagrove Beach on Chateau Hotel Property

I always thought the little motel that they tore down was kind of cute. I always thought I'd like to stay there for the weekend but when it was there my sister had a condo I could use.

By "YOU", how have I done any damage to 30a. I simply have an opinion that is different from you and others here. I don't live on 30a but I live and pay taxes in Walton County.

I will take you at your word that you did nothing to damage 30-A. But I can tell you that the people who are like mind of yours HAVE damaged PCB, Miramar, Destin, FWB, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Shores, Clearwater and points south on the Gulf and then God knows how many Atlantic beach towns. Run them into the ground charm and relaxation wise, at any rate. We are different, and we are better. Some people like staying in cheap motels built on flattened dunes and living off of sandwiches and Chek drink they have stashed in their room minifridge. That experience can be had at any of the areas listed above. But it can't be had HERE, and there is something to be said for that.

I will take you at your word that you did nothing to damage 30-A. But I can tell you that the people who are like mind of yours HAVE damaged PCB, Miramar, Destin, FWB, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Shores, Clearwater and points south on the Gulf and then God knows how many Atlantic beach towns. Run them into the ground charm and relaxation wise, at any rate. We are different, and we are better. Some people like staying in cheap motels built on flattened dunes and living off of sandwiches and Chek drink they have stashed in their room minifridge. That experience can be had at any of the areas listed above. But it can't be had HERE, and there is something to be said for that.

It's good to know that you are better than other people. If that's the case you and others of like mind should have no problem putting a stop to all development along 30a.

I will take you at your word that you did nothing to damage 30-A. But I can tell you that the people who are like mind of yours HAVE damaged PCB, Miramar, Destin, FWB, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Shores, Clearwater and points south on the Gulf and then God knows how many Atlantic beach towns. Run them into the ground charm and relaxation wise, at any rate. We are different, and we are better. Some people like staying in cheap motels built on flattened dunes and living off of sandwiches and Chek drink they have stashed in their room minifridge. That experience can be had at any of the areas listed above. But it can't be had HERE, and there is something to be said for that.

I too am sickened with peoples eating habits. It is the death of society.

It's good to know that you are better than other people. If that's the case you and others of like mind should have no problem putting a stop to all development along 30a.

All men are created equal (born equal) but that certainly does not mean they stay that way. Some educate themselves to be better than those who were born the same. They become doctors, entrepreneurs, firemen and other useful members of society and contribute greatly to that society. Are they better than those who don't go the extra mile? You bet! There are those in our society who cannot advance to the level Skunkape has attained and they deserve our complete help to maintain a good lifestyle. Those capable of pursuing a better life but chose to sit on their butts instead, do not deserve our sympathy and should get our contempt instead.

All men are created equal (born equal) but that certainly does not mean they stay that way. Some educate themselves to be better than the those who were born the same. They become doctors, entrepreneurs, firemen and other useful members of society and contribute greatly to that society. Are they better than those who don't go the extra mile? You bet! There are those in our society who cannot advance to the level Skunkape has attained and they deserve our complete help to maintain a good lifestyle. Those capable of pursuing a better life but chose to sit on their butts instead, do not only not deserve our sympathy but should get our contempt as well.

There are a lot of very good people who work hard but for different reasons haven't attained levels of education and find the careers that you mention. I'm reasonably well educated but I know others who have only a high school education and in some cases never finished high school but they aren't sitting on their butts. Personally, I don't think I'm better than others just because I'm better off they they might be for whatever reason. But I suppose I'm just trailer trash who needs to stay in my place.

All men are created equal (born equal) but that certainly does not mean they stay that way. Some educate themselves to be better than those who were born the same. They become doctors, entrepreneurs, firemen and other useful members of society and contribute greatly to that society. Are they better than those who don't go the extra mile? You bet! There are those in our society who cannot advance to the level Skunkape has attained and they deserve our complete help to maintain a good lifestyle. Those capable of pursuing a better life but chose to sit on their butts instead, do not deserve our sympathy and should get our contempt instead.

Hands down the absolute dumbest post ever.

All men are created equal (born equal) but that certainly does not mean they stay that way. Some educate themselves to be better than those who were born the same. They become doctors, entrepreneurs, firemen and other useful members of society and contribute greatly to that society. Are they better than those who don't go the extra mile? You bet! There are those in our society who cannot advance to the level Skunkape has attained and they deserve our complete help to maintain a good lifestyle. Those capable of pursuing a better life but chose to sit on their butts instead, do not deserve our sympathy and should get our contempt instead.

Honestly I thought the Skunkape was piling it higher and deeper, and then you come along. Sheesh!

It's good to know that you are better than other people. If that's the case you and others of like mind should have no problem putting a stop to all development along 30a.

Nice try but that is not what I said or meant to imply. THIS AREA is better than those areas that have already been flattened and ruined. I'm just an average Joe going about his business living in a modest house next to a swamp. And the thing about it is, that is where I can afford to live, I don't whine about high rents or selling prices. I understand that if it is too expensive to buy a house that has a gulf view, I will not do it. Just like I realize that if I go to an area where the lodging is expensive, like Miami's South Beach, or long term only, like Napa, I best do my research and expect to conform to those communities rather than expect them to adapt to me by throwing up an interstate exit ant farm for humans.

I wish you the best of luck in your efforts to stop projects that aren't worthy of your little corner of the world.

Historically skunkape has consistently been fair so please don't be so quick to read a negative in his post. When he says we are better, I think he means the community is better than other areas that have had their special charm ruined by over development.

Edit: well duh. Sorry everyone I'm on my cell phone and skunkape's post was on another page so I missed it and didn't realize he already interpreted his first post.

I can't help but wonder how many here actually live in Seagrove Beach, on or near 30a.

I live in Freeport and I also own property north of 98 in SRB.

I live between Freeport and Bruce.

I don't quite understand why it is necessary to live near 30-a to appreciate how special it is. There are thousands and thousands of longtime visitors who want it remain as unspoiled as possible.

I don't quite understand why it is necessary to live near 30-a to appreciate how special it is. There are thousands and thousands of longtime visitors who want it remain as unspoiled as possible.

THIS. Thank you.

It's funny, my family first went to Hilton Head in the 60s. Look what it became. And that's with fairly stringent rules. I know a lot of people that would still like it to be unspoiled. The same with 30A. You can fight it, but the money almost always wins.

I'm sitting at Sacred Heart this morning waiting to have my blood taken. I'm watching two men, one young one older, cleaning and mopping. They seem like nice people as they perform their chores while talking and smiling. I bet they have no idea that if they had just gone the extra mile they could be a productive member of society and a member the better class Andy described in his post.

As someone told me once, we can't all be bosses somebody has to be blue collar. Although I am in one of the professions that Andy mentioned, those folks who pick up our garbage, cut grass, mop floors, work in fast food, wait staff and housekeepers are important to our society are aren't thought about enough for the labors they provide.

There are millions of Americans who choose not to go the extra mile and earn a degree because they are perfectly happy with who they are. They don't need to pat themselves on the back, stick their nose in air, and claim their life experience affords them the right to occupy a superior position in society.

Again, I wish those who live in the Seagrove area luck in putting a stop to the Hampton Inn project. But I doubt that the rampant development of all the property along 30a will come to an end. People want things for Walton County that money buys and expensive property drives higher property taxes and more tourists come into the area who spend lots of money. I recall my first trip to Seagrove Beach 20 years ago. It'll never be like that again. So again good luck.

I can't help but wonder how many here actually live in Seagrove Beach, on or near 30a.

Here is one who lives on 30A. He is not rich, lives in a condo and loves where he is presently. Oh, and despite what some of the lunatics who post here say, he is quite comfortable in his own skin. Merry Chrismas to all and may the coming year be the best of your lives.

Here is one who lives on 30A. He is not rich, lives in a condo and loves where he is presently. Oh, and despite what some of the lunatics who post here say, he is quite comfortable in his own skin. Merry Chrismas to all and may the coming year be the best of your lives.

Merry Christmas to you also Andy.

This discussion doesn't need insults, and doesn't need to get personal. I'm not just singling you out there are quite a few people on this thread getting off topic. The issue is about what we want as a community, and how we act as a community is important.

Planning and compatibility issues don't need to be about social status, income or education levels.

I deleted mine Andy.

Merry Christmas to you also Andy.

This discussion doesn't need insults, and doesn't need to get personal. I'm not just singling you out there are quite a few people on this thread getting off topic. The issue is about what we want as a community, and how we act as a community is important.

Planning and compatibility issues don't need to be about social status, income or education levels.

I apologize once again for getting off the subject of the thread. The maintenance of the unique status of SoWal is of utmost importance to me. Back to the subject at hand.