Wrapping up the summer season with fun and unique events makes September a great month to spend time on the Emerald Coast! From a weekend centered around a game of charity golf and a festival celebrating bourbon and burgers to boat shows on the harbor, football, and concerts. Find exciting ways to spend your weekends at the end of the summer season. Read on for more information! Image courtesy of Burgers, Bourbon & Beer Festival FEATURED EVENTS Labor Day Weekend ConcertSeaside Amphitheater | SeasideSeptember 3rd, 2022 from 7PM to 8PM Check out the Seaside Labor Day Weekend Concert at the Seaside Amphitheater for live music performances and good times! Bring your low-back chairs and blankets to secure your spot and enjoy a great music lineup with food truck vendors on site! More details to come! MORE INFO Charity Golf ClassicBurnt Pine Golf Club | SandestinSeptember 23rd, 2022 The Charity Golf Classic returns to Sandestin for the 20th year! Presented by Howard Group, Grand Boulevard, and Silver Sands Premium Outlets, the Charity Golf Classic at Burnt Pine Golf Club proceeds will be used to purchase a state-of-the-art CT Scanner for both pediatric and adult patients at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. Check-in at 8:00AM and enjoy all-day snacks and refreshments with live entertainment, lunch, an auction, and an awards ceremony to follow course play. MORE INFO Burgers, Bourbon & Beer FestivalThe Destin Harbor | DestinSeptember 24th, 2022 from 12PM to 4PM Get ready for the ultimate burger lovers event at the... Read More

422 Harstvedt Road An enchanting canopy of century old oaks shelters this Old English style manor nestled along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay with over 30 acres, 640′ of bay frontage, a 4BR/3BA primary home, 1BR/1BA carriage home over a two-car garage, two docks, and a boat house. Reminiscent of bygone eras, this magnificent property presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity for discerning buyers with multiple possibilities for development with uncompromised privacy. From this beautifully preserved bay front canvas, create a private family sanctuary, develop a bay front community with 60-80 homesites, or found a senior living or corporate retreat. Designed by North Carolina-based architect Dennis Lehmann, both the main home and carriage home feature a gracious Tudor architectural style with sloping gabled roofs, intricate interior details, breathtaking water views throughout, and lushly landscaped gardens meticulously designed by landscape architect Don Chism. Highlights of the main home include a Tennessee Fieldstone paved courtyard and patio, a coquina fireplace in the main living area, antique cypress dining room doors with custom etched glass, Turkish travertine floors, reclaimed cypress millwork, and much more. The chef’s kitchen features hand-rubbed, distressed Omega Cabinetry, a cooking hearth, antique copper pendant lighting, Sahara Gold granite counters, and Sub-Zero, Dacor, and Bosch appliances including double ovens and a wine cooler. Additional highlights are dual master suites, a dedicated art studio, media room, and light-filled sunroom. Overlooking Clay’s Bayou, the 1BR/1BA carriage home over the two-car garage has whitewashed wood walls, vaulted ceilings, a full kitchen, separate living and... Read More

July real estate sales fell slightly for the Destin and Miramar Beach real estate markets however pending contracts remained consistent with 147 properties closed and 117 new contracts secured for homes and condos combined. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida recorded nearly $98 million in sales volume across Walton and Okaloosa counties during July. A gulf front, five bedroom home in Destin Point was the highest priced single family home to sell in Destin at $5.6 million while the highest priced property to close in Miramar Beach was a gulf view, nine bedroom home at $4.175 million.   The highest priced condo sold in Destin was a gulf front, three bedroom residence in Martinique for $2.8 million. A gulf front, three bedroom unit in Southwinds II in the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort was the highest priced condo to sell in Miramar Beach at $3.05 million.       https://beachpropertiesfla.com/feed/  #30atv #30a Read More

Sales fell slightly in the 30A Beaches real estate market during July however pending properties remained consistent with 108 properties closed and 75 new contracts secured for homes and condominiums combined. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida led the 30A Beaches market in transactions with 44 sides and over $64 million in sales volume. The company recorded nearly $98 million in sales volume across Walton and Okaloosa counties during the month of July. A four bedroom, garden front residence in Alys Beach was the highest priced single family home to sell at $8.4 million. The highest priced condo sold was a four bedroom, gulf front residence in Andante at $5.15 million. Be the first to know about new properties, community updates and market trends each month with The 30A Trend, the premier digital newsletter of 30A. SUBSCRIBE NOW     https://beachpropertiesfla.com/feed/  #30atv #30a Read More

HomeBlogJuly Sales in Review · Forgotten Coast July Sales in Review · Forgotten Coast Sales fell slightly however pending sales rose during the month of July on the Forgotten Coast in the key communities of Apalachicola, Cape San Blas/Indian Pass, Carrabelle, Mexico Beach/St. Joe Beach, Port St. Joe, and St. George Island. There were 49 single family homes closed during the month with 111 properties currently under contract. Port St. Joe had the highest number of transactions with 14 closings while Cape San Blas had the highest priced property to sell, a gulf front home in Secluded Dunes selling for $3 million.   Written by Jenny Etheredge on . Posted in Blog, Market ReportsTags: Apalachicola, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida, Cape San Blas, Carrabelle, Forgotten Coast, Forgotten Coast Market Report, Forgotten Coast Real Estate, Indian Pass, July Market Report, July Market Snapshot, Mexico Beach, Port St. Joe, St. George Island, St. Joe Beach Trackback from your site. Leave a Reply Click here to cancel reply. First Name * Email Address * Website Message     https://beachpropertiesfla.com/feed/  #30atv #30a Read More

The Panama City Beach market slowed slightly during July with 164 properties closed for homes and condominiums combined and 89 properties placed under contract. The Panama City market was consistent with 58 homes sold and 48 new contracts. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida was ranked in the top 5 agencies in Panama City Beach for the month, earning over $8.7 million in sales volume with 17 transaction sides and over $13 million overall in Bay County. The highest priced condo closed in Panama City Beach was a gulf front, three bedroom residence in Aqua at $1.16 million. The highest priced single family home to sell in Panama City Beach was a canal front, four bedroom home in Woodlawn at $2.9 million. The highest priced single family home to sell in Panama City was new construction, five bedroom home in SweetBay at $748,751. The highest priced new construction, single family home to sell in Panama City was a five bedroom Marco plan in SweetBay at $748,751.     https://beachpropertiesfla.com/feed/  #30atv #30a Read More

Image courtesy of Ruby Slipper Residents and locals alike were thrilled for New Orleans-based Ruby Slipper to open a new location in Destin serving up their signature creative twists on brunch classics and eye-opening cocktails seven days a week, including Eggs Cochon, Bananas Foster Pain Perdu, and an award-winning Bacon Bloody Mary. Founded in May 2008 after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, the original Ruby Slipper café was born in a rejuvenated Mid-City corner store that quickly became a vibrant gather place for neighbors to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and brunch in an inviting atmosphere. Owners (husband and wife) Erich and Jennifer went on to open additional New Orleans locations, eventually branching out of the city with a location in Pensacola. The restaurant group has now expanded to multiple states and locations. The Destin café features the brand’s signature welcoming and vibrant atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Highlights of the menu include Eggs Benedicts, Beignets, and White Chocolate Bread Pudding Pancakes. As their motto of “There are few things in life a mimosa can’t solve,” suggests, a variety of eye-opening cocktails are also available to sample. “Brunch is so much more than a meal. It’s a culture. A lifestyle. Something just happens at a brunch table, and we’re excited to bring our point of view and experience to the beautiful Florida Panhandle and make it accessible every day of the week” said Peter Gaudreau, CEO of Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group. Ruby Slipper Destin is open seven days a week... Read More

The Northwest Florida Ballet’s 2022-2023 season will include four different world-class productions with two main stage shows at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center featuring the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra and two free outdoor performances. “Our 2022-2023 season promises to be the best one yet. Not only will we present two incredible main stage productions at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, but our season also includes two free outdoor performances. We are also thrilled to have the opportunity to perform with the talented musicians of the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra led by our very own David Ott,” said NFB Artistic Director and CEO Todd Eric Allen. FEATURED PERFORMANCES The Ugly DucklingPerformed by Lightwire TheaterOctober 1st at 7:30pmGrand Boulevard at Sandestin’s Grand Park Enjoy this classic tale in an unforgettable theatrical experience with a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance. With dazzling visuals, poignant choreography and the creative use of music ranging from classical to pop, this free outdoor production brings this story into a new and brilliant light. Lightwire Theater has been featured as semi-finalists on NBC’s America’s Got Talent and winners of Tru TV’s Fake Off.  The NutcrackerNovember 18th & 19th at 7:30pmNovember 20th at 2:00pmMattie Kelly Arts Center The only full-length version of this classic holiday fairytale performed in the area, Northwest Florida Ballet’s rendition of The Nutcracker features a cast of more than 140 performers including international guest artists and over 100 local children. The Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, led by NFB Music Director and Conductor David Ott,... Read More

Photo courtesy of SweetBay August is here, and local schools are back in session! Imagine the ease of not having to even leave your neighborhood to take your kids to school. Two highly sought-after Bay County communities offer just that – public or public charter schools that neighborhood children receive priority to attend. Breakfast Point in Panama City Beach and SweetBay in Panama City both provide this outstanding amenity to their homeowners. BREAKFAST POINT The Breakfast Point® community is located in Panama City Beach and nestled amongst thousands of acres of pristine conservation land. This charming community is conveniently positioned off Highway 98 with easy access to shopping and dining, and just 2 miles from the beautiful, white sandy beaches of the Emerald Coast. The community boasts high-caliber schools and a grocery store at its entrance, as well as miles of trails and dedicated parks and green spaces. Breakfast Point Academy601 North Richard Jackson BoulevardPanama City Beach, FL 32407 Photo courtesy of Breakfast Point Academy LEARN MORE Breakfast Point Academy is a K-8 school located a quarter mile from the Breakfast Point community. The school’s mission is to provide a positive and safe learning environment fostering mutual respect among community, staff, and students by supporting diverse learners. A Gary Walsingham Academy44 Chip Seal ParkwayPanama City Beach, FL 32407 LEARN MORE Breakfast Point East’s newest homebuyers will benefit from a new neighborhood school, A. Gary Walsingham Academy. Currently operating as a K-3 school, the school anticipates adding a grade level each... Read More