Where to Stay in Sandestin from Beach to Bay
From the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, to the Old Florida feel of Choctawhatchee Bay, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort spreads over 2400 acres offering everything fun under the sun.
From the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, to the Old Florida feel of Choctawhatchee Bay, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort spreads over 2400 acres offering everything fun under the sun.
In the 1940s and 1950s families that visited SoWal every Summer stayed in quaint cottages - some were simple and practical concrete block homes that stayed cooler on hot days and defied the elements. Some of the getaways were wooden shotgun shacks moved down to the beach from Old Point Washington where they had housed workers when lumber was booming.
Construction is booming in Alys Beach and the first homes were built as carefully and solidly as the current ones.
In this edition of SoWal Style we take a look inside one of the first homes built in Alys Beach along the central pedestrian path, bordering the firepit park. It's a wonderful four bedroom, three-and-a-half bath home thoughtfully designed courtyard home with an outdoor living space featuring a trickling water fountain and tropical foliage creating a private retreat.
Nestled among the oaks in Old Seagrove is a proud example of modern architecture. It's a special place to vacation near the Gulf and be a part of the South Walton high life.
The new home makes you feel like you're dreaming from the moment you walk in. Built with luxury and comfort in mind, Day Dreamer can accommodate up to 12 guests and features four unique bedrooms, five bathrooms, a rooftop fire pit, a stunning private pool with cabana, and so much more.
Most people who visit Alys Beach cluster around the vibrant amphitheater with its lush lawn, fun splash fountain, and dining and shopping at the Alys Shoppe and the ever-popular and ever-delicious George's Restaurant. There are also evening concerts, bike rentals, donuts and a myriad of activities swirling.
Diamond Dunes is an Inlet Beach Beauty which sits very close to the clear blue Gulf in eastern South Walton. It's proud profile is reminiscent of Old Florida, but the large, comfortable 2-story has been completely renovated for modern luxury.
Seaside is excited to announce the beginning of a new Post Office Plaza. It is part of the vision of Seaside founders, Robert and Daryl Davis.
“The plaza is the first project leading to the future construction of the Krier Tower,” said George Calvi, Seaside Director of Development, “and should take about six months to complete.”
Located at the southern end of Seaside Avenue, the plaza will house the Seaside Post Office as well as seven new public restrooms and additional bike parking.
Reflections is a new six-bedroom vacation rental home on the Gulf in Dune Allen Beach with classic style and modern finishings and furnishings.
Alys Beach in South Walton, Florida is a luscious beachfront community of evocative architecture and carefully-considered details.
On a curving lane next to the picturesque Caliza Pool & Restaurant, this five-bedroom villa maintains that tradition with the added convenience of being a short stroll to pristine beaches, the winding Nature Preserve trail, and refined shopping and dining.
September 7, 2016 by SoWal Staff
SoWal is South Walton County in the Florida Panhandle between Destin and Panama City Beach. You'll see our area referred to as the Emerald Coast, Scenic 30A, 30A, and even the Redneck Riviera. Some just call it paradise, aka - the world's most beautiful beaches.
From East to West our beach towns are Inlet Beach, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Seacrest, WaterSound Beach, Seagrove, Seaside, WaterColor, Grayton Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Gulf Place, Dune Allen, Sandestin, Miramar Beach - a bit north are Santa Rosa Beach, Point Washington, Freeport, and WaterSound.