South Walton encompasses 16 distinct beach neighborhoods along Highway 30A including Seaside, Watercolor, Alys Beach, and Rosemary Beach. The area is known for pristine beaches with brilliant white sand and turquoise waters alongside New Urbanist planned communities with distinctive architectural styles. The rare coastal dune lakes are a unique ecological feature found in few places […]
Florida Beaches
Miramar Beach
Miramar Beach combines beautiful Gulf waters and white sand beaches with excellent shopping and dining opportunities. The beach area features numerous gulf-front restaurants with deck dining overlooking the water. Silver Sands Premium Outlets, one of the nation’s largest designer outlet centers, attracts shoppers from across the region. High-rise condominiums line much of the beachfront, offering […]
Fernandina Beach
Fernandina Beach is the northernmost beach on Florida’s Atlantic coast, combining beautiful shoreline with Victorian charm in the historic downtown district. The main beach area features wide sands with ample facilities and lifeguards during summer months. The downtown area is on the National Register of Historic Places with 50+ blocks of historic buildings now housing […]
Santa Rosa Beach
Santa Rosa Beach is part of South Walton’s scenic Highway 30A area, known for turquoise waters and sugar-white sand. The beach community has an artsy, sophisticated vibe with upscale dining and shopping options. Nearby Point Washington State Forest offers 15,000 acres of natural beauty with hiking and biking trails. The area combines natural beauty with […]
Hollywood Beach
Hollywood Beach features a nostalgic feel with its famous 2.5-mile Broadwalk (not Boardwalk) lined with shops, restaurants, and hotels. The pedestrian-friendly promenade is perfect for walking, biking, or rollerblading with rental shops available. The beach offers calm waters ideal for families and numerous beachfront cafes with outdoor seating. Regular live music performances at the Hollywood […]
Captiva Island
Sister island to Sanibel, known for stunning sunsets, excellent shelling, and exclusive atmosphere. Home to South Seas Island Resort and the quirky “Bubble Room” restaurant. Features fewer crowds than neighboring islands, pristine beaches, and opportunities for dolphin watching and bird viewing.
New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is known as one of the best surf spots on the East Coast with consistent breaks attracting surfers year-round. The beach allows vehicles on hard-packed sand (with permit) making it easily accessible. Flagler Avenue offers a charming strip of boutiques, galleries, and restaurants leading to the beach. The area has a strong […]
Vero Beach
Vero Beach offers a sophisticated yet relaxed beach experience on Florida’s Treasure Coast. The beaches feature golden sand, blue waters, and sea turtle nesting grounds (visible during guided turtle walks in summer). The town has strict building height restrictions maintaining an uncrowded, village-like atmosphere. Downtown Vero and Ocean Drive offer high-end boutiques, art galleries, and […]
Pass-a-Grille Beach
Pass-a-Grille is a historic beach community at the southern end of St. Pete Beach with a distinct, laid-back character. The narrow beach town is only one block wide, with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Boca Ciega Bay on the other. The beach features soft white sand and clear water with a historic […]
Delray Beach
Delray Beach combines excellent Atlantic beachfront with an award-winning downtown full of restaurants, galleries, and boutiques. The beach area features clean, wide stretches of sand with professional lifeguards and good facilities. Atlantic Avenue, the main thoroughfare, runs from the beach through downtown with numerous sidewalk cafes and shops within walking distance of the ocean. The […]