319 Defuniak Street

“Grayton Pearl” is just what the name implies – the pearl of Grayton Beach! This is a custom built 4 bedroom, 4 bath home that provides comfort, livability, and fun! The owners have masterfully designed every detail, from the hand crafted mahogany wood entryway doors all the way to the incredible Margaritaville Party Deck. The expansive living area opens to the chef’s kitchen, dining area, and a 1200 square foot deck, complete with multiple seating areas and an island style bar that is second to none in Grayton Beach. This home also boasts loads of extras – such as an in-room air filtration system in the custom wood paneled study, a whole house gas generator, balconies off each bedroom, and a hot tub on the back deck. The master suite features a separate living area, which includes a morning kitchen, gas fireplace, and expansive balcony. There is also a “teen room” suite on the bottom floor for those young musicians or sports enthusiasts to have their own space. {Listing courtesy of LAH Real Estate At The Beach}

80 Hotz Avenue

“A Wave From It All” is one of the premiere Gulf front homes in the iconic Grayton Beach community. With unobstructed western views and multiple floor deck spaces carefully situated to catch the sunset perfectly over the sand and sea, there are not many better spots to be when the sun goes down. Large bedrooms with custom built furnishings and a tasteful Grayton beach style. A private pool, elevator to all four floors, billiard and game room, and water views every way you turn. {Listing courtesy of Coastal Luxury}

31 Lupine Road

Luxurious coastal living awaits in the six bedroom beauty. Boasting one of the most desirable floor plans, the immaculately built Grayton Beach Homes sits only 3 lots off the beach. The entryway is framed by a private courtyard and heated pool. Located on the second floor, the central living space and the master bedroom boast sprawling views of the Gulf of Mexico while overlooking the entryway courtyard. Abundant with space, the home’s lower level features a bunk room, four additional bedrooms, and a pool house complete with wet bar. {Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty}

Interested in making Grayton Beach or the 30A area your home? Email me at matt@mattmcguirerealtor.com.

As one of South Walton’s most laid back communities, Grayton Beach is also the oldest, having been established in the early 19th Century and celebrating its 100th birthday in 1990.

With a mix of old and new, funky and fresh, Grayton Beach is a great place to look back into history and reminisce about the way life used to be. Fortunately, things have not changed much in Grayton Beach over the years. As you walk through this laid-back community, it is easy to lose yourself and forget about the hustle and bustle of your normal life. Times appear simpler as the narrow, tree-lined roadways guide you along a canopy of Magnolias and Oaks.

While it may appear to be a sleepy, quaint getaway, Grayton Beach boasts a very vibrant day and night life. From unique beach shops to locales like the iconic Red Bar, this beach town offers something for everyone! Grab your dog and take a walk on the beach. Dip your toes in the glassy, emerald waters so unique to this stretch of the Gulf Coast. Head uptown with friends or family for a day of shopping or an evening of socializing. Stay a day, and you will want to spend your entire life in this funky neighborhood.

With its trails, cabins, and unspoiled beauty, Grayton Beach State Park is the gem of Grayton Beach and probably the community’s most notable claim to fame with almost 2,000-acres of adventure. Hikers and bicyclists can enjoy more than four miles of trails throughout the pine flatwoods. Options for overnight stays include modern cabins and a full-facility campground.

What’s not to love about a community whose unofficial slogan is “nice dogs, strange people”? If you are interested in making Grayton Beach your permanent or vacation home, contact me at matt@mattmcguirerealtor.com.

Goodbye February, hello March! The weather is warming up on Highway 30A, and it is no surprise to see the beach towns gearing up for the spring crowds. Beach goers are excited to relax on their favorite, white sand beaches, while locals and visitors alike are feeling alive with the positive energy that radiates on this stretch of the Gulf Coast. Whether you live on the coast or are on vacation, 30A offers a number of fun events this March to keep you in the coastal spirit.

Taste of the Race with Chef Emeril Lagasse

Do you love fitness, but also love to eat? Then this event is just for you! Tomorrow, March 2, the 4th Annual Taste of the Race will kick off a fun race weekend. You will have the chance to join world-renowned Chef Emeril Lagasse in person and enjoy delicious meals from the magician himself. Top the evening off with complimentary drinks from Wine World and Grayton Beer and live music!

Seaside School Half Marathon and 5K Race

The excitement  of the first weekend in March continues with the Seaside School Half Marathon and 5K Race. If you are participating in the half marathon or 5K on March 4, hopefully you remember to not get too full on all the amazing food at Friday’s event! Featuring a flat course and beautiful views of the beach and dunes, this race is one of the coast’s most anticipated weekends of the year. It is a great way to get in a workout while supporting the Seaside School on 30A.

Art in the Park

Food parties or running not your thing? No worries. There are events for everyone along 30A. Art in the Park in WaterColor is a fun event that attracts artists from across the Southeast, and is a great way for homeowners, locals, and visitors to explore a variety of art in an outdoor setting and enjoy live music. The laid-back atmosphere is the perfect way to enjoy a weekend in this beautiful beach town.

Check out these and other events in the area to enjoy life the 30A way!

 

 

Mediterranean meets Florida waterfront luxury in this beautiful four bedroom and four bath home!

With the requisite red roof tiles, arched windows, wrought iron staircase railings, textured white interior columns, and an over-sized wood front door, the Mediterranean influence of this perfect oasis is evident! The European inspiration blends seamlessly with Gulf-front luxury to offer a lifestyle of extravagance with comfort and uncomplicated indulgence.

A soaring living room rises two stories in the grand tradition of graceful entertaining, but it is the glass V-point that captures expansive water views over and beyond the private pool. Multiple sliding glass components open the living room to fresh air and acts as a blurry line where the house begins and ends. The media room on the first level could also be converted into a fifth bedroom. The kitchen is a gourmet delight with intricate tile work, and clever angles dominate the open counter top and exquisite room design.

Recessed ceilings and lighting, along with crown molding, warm, earthy colors and richly textured linens throughout enhance the authenticity of the style, reminiscent of seaside villas of the Renaissance. In 5,000 square feet with four bedrooms and four lavish baths plus powder room, this home radiates classy hospitality in a beautiful waterfront setting adjacent to Sandestin. With a dramatic entrance and dual garages, this home raises the bar for a stunning Florida lifestyle.

Ready to begin your luxurious Florida lifestyle? Contact me at matt@mattmcguirerealtor.com

{Listing courtesy of Scenic Sotheby’s Intl Realty}

31 Park Row Lane, Santa Rosa Beach

30A is home to some of the most beautiful properties along the Emerald Coast, and this stunning masterpiece in WaterColor Resort is no exception!

This beach estate is custom furnished by award-winning Lovelace Interiors in a rustic modern style with a coastal flair, featuring clean lines and finishes of grays, creams, and ice blues that play with and reflect light. Uniquely positioned on a corner lot with unobstructed views overlooking Western Lake and the Gulf of Mexico, this property adjoins Grayton Beach State Park’s rare Coastal Dune Lakes and its 356 acres of pine forests.

With three levels of luxury living, this one-of-a-kind residence radiates elegance and sophistication. It boasts 5 bedrooms, including a double-bunk room, 4 1/2 baths, and is constructed with only the finest materials. This estate offers a modern, sophisticated flair through the use of light fabrics, modern furnishings, reflective finishes, and well-placed unique accent lighting that is complemented by the occasional organic or sculptural wood piece, the sparkle of glass, and chrome and silver leaf accent pieces. Shimmering, plush area rugs provide a light, inviting anchor for each furniture arrangement, and also provides a dramatic contrast from the pine floors. With impeccable design and exquisite finishes no expense was spared to create this one-of-a-kind residence.

The first floor will impress immediately with 14′ Pecky cypress ceilings and reclaimed Pecky sinker cypress walls. This floor hosts one master suite, a second bedroom, a bunk room equipped with four bunks, an over-sized laundry room, and a separate ‘mud room’ shower off the 2-car garage. Ascend the stairway to the second floor grand living area which offers a seamlessly flowing floor plan connecting indoor and outdoor living spaces. The expansive covered lanai overlooks unobstructed views of the dune lake and Gulf. The chef’s gourmet kitchen features cypress kitchen cabinets, and the dining area adjoins the kitchen offering a buffet serving wet bar. The third floor offers two master suites. The first master features a gas fireplace, oversized walk-in closet, private covered lanai with an outdoor shower, and a tranquil luxurious master bath, while the second boasts includes custom designed walk-in closet.

Features that make this home stand out include: an elevator, chef’s gourmet kitchen, Shiplap plank walls, 5” white oak plank floors with custom finish and color, 8”x12” and 6”x12”, cedar plank exterior, imported tile, Carrara marble countertops throughout the bathrooms and kitchen, 3 wet bars, ice machine, 2 gas fireplaces, security system, Sonos iPad/iPhone controlled audio system, 2-car garage with 14’ceilings in case one might need a car elevated, impact hurricane Miami Dade windows, irrigation system, and lighted landscaping.

Interested in making 30A your paradise home? Contact me at matt@mattmcguirerealtor.com.

{Listing courtesy of Scenic Sotheby’s Intl Realty}

1900 Scenic Hwy 98 1002, Destin

Experience the pinnacle of coastal living from this stylish penthouse in the sky, situated directly on the Gulf of Mexico and occupying the top two floors at Destin’s latest luxury condominium development, 1900 Ninety Eight. Sleek, modern detailing juxtaposed floor to ceiling glass windows characterize this masterful open-concept layout, which enhances the endless Gulf vistas and panoramic views from each of the four bedroom suites. Notable features include a sprawling two-story atrium-style living room and main-level balcony which offers an electric grill, outdoor dining, and spacious sun deck. The main level also features a half bath as well as an over-sized bedroom suite. The second story is comprised of three bedroom suites, including the master bedroom. The spa-like master bathroom is complete with a free standing soaking tub, dual vanities, and walk-in shower framed around a retractable Gulf view window. 1900 Ninety Eight is a rental friendly building featuring world class amenities including a stunning rooftop pool, spa, fire pit, and state-of-the-art fitness center.