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The real estate report for the first quarter of 2014 in Walton County, Florida is remarkable and clearly shows the health of the market. Most of the statistics and graphs in the report go back to 1st quarter 2010 and the trends are clear. The Walton County Real Estate Report for Quarter 1 2014 is produced by Florida REALTORS® and provided by the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors® (ECAR).

Click here to open the Quarter 1 2014 Walton County Real Estate Report in pdf format.

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is well-positioned to assist brides seeking a perfect destination wedding. Sandestin is known for its premiere venues and the luxury it offers for weddings, but the activities and possibilities for making your destination wedding so memorable are endless. From rehearsal dinners and farewell breakfasts, to bonfires on the beach and golf outings, Sandestin offers any activity to suit the needs of families and guests. Here are the top  reasons couples choose Sandestin for a wedding destination.

The bell rang loud and clear yesterday as a 30-year Seaside tradition made the short hop over to the waterfront in Panama City Beach. A convoy headed out from SoWal to take a 200-pound vintage bell from an old steam train and hoist it into place at the new Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant overlooking Grand Lagoon.

Bud & Alley’s Waterfront Restaurant staff, loyal local patrons and foodie fans from far and wide are invited to parade in a motorcade processional from Bud & Alley’s in Seaside to deliver the “ceremonial sunset bell” to the new sister location on Grand Lagoon in Panama City Beach. Owner Dave Rauschkolb will lead the way.

The Market Shops located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort has unveiled specific details and a timeline for the extensive renovation that is currently taking place on the property.

TOPS’L Beach & Racquet Resort, a Wyndham Vacation Rentals professionally managed property, has been selected as one of the “South’s Top Family-Friendly Resorts for Groups.”

Wyndham Vacation Rentals claimed the top spot in the Vacation Rental Company category for the second year running in Northwest Florida Daily News' "Finest on the Emerald Coast” competition. The competition asks community members to vote for the businesses they feel best represent the Emerald Coast across more than 160 categories.

Local Catch Bar and Grill is kicking off summer in SoWal with new menu items, drink specials, and a lively music schedule. Existing beloved fare will stay true to its delicious form - like the SoWal Staff favorite fried chicken sandwich dripping with mouthwatering buffalo sauce. Here’s the insider’s guide to what’s happening now at Local Catch.
 

Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse has been a local and tourist favorite for a long time now….on May 13, 2014, they will celebrate their 20th year with free food, music by Bryan Kennedy, and plenty of “back yard love” for all to enjoy.