Eastern Lake at Seagrove Beach, Florida
Walton County is well known for its beautiful beaches and great fishing. Less known to those that have never visited the area, are the unique and scenic coastal dune lakes that dot the coastline along the area’s beach dune systems.
Nestled along Scenic Highway 30A, Walton county’s coastal dune lakes are rare geological features that only occur in the Florida Panhandle, Madagascar, Australia, New Zealand and the northern Pacific coast of the United States.
Streams, groundwater seepage and rain are the sources that feed the coastal dune lakes. Storm surge creates intermittent connections to the Gulf of Mexico, called outfalls. This periodic connection empties lake water into the Gulf, and, depending on tides and weather, salt water and organisms from the Gulf flow back into the lakes.
Bicycling Scenic Route 30A
Bicycling along Scenic Route 30A on Florida's Gulf coast. 32 mile roundtrip from Rosemary Beach to Santa Rosa Beach. Filmed with a GoPro and an iPhone.
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Kayak Fishing The Flats In Seagrove Beach, FL: Bull Redfish
Ken and I spent the weekend earlier in the month on the flats. The first two days were almost impossible to fish due to rain so we ended up going back on Sunday before I had to drive six hours back to Orlando.
Thankfully we had much better luck Sunday. We caught seven fish all before lunch and we saved the best for last...
I finally caught my first Bull Red. I caught him on a 2500 Penn set up, and it took longer than expected; just over 1 hour to land.
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Seagrove Beach Florida 2BR Gulf Front Vacation Rental Condo, 401 Beachcrest
Beachcrest is right in the heart of famed Seagrove Beach, a charming and historic beach town in the middle of the beaches of south walton and Scenic Highway 30A. Our unit on the fourth floor features a balcony running the entire length with spectacular views of the clear blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. You'll thrill at the fantastic sunrises and sunsets, watching schools of fish and dolphins at play. You can see for miles up and down the beach, all the way to Destin to the west and Panama City Beach to the east.
Our spacious two bedroom, two bath home features a large living area and open kitchen with breakfast bar, and dining area. We're just across the street from excellent dining and shopping. You can also rent a bike or kayak across the street and bike or paddle (or walk) down the beach to the world-famous town of Seaside, Florida with amazing theater, shopping, and dining.
Just down the road are the charming communities of WaterColor, Grayton Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, WaterSound Beach, Alys Beach, and Rosemary Beach. Each is unique and offers shopping and dining. And don't forget the many excellent golf courses nearby, including the famed courses at Sandestin Resort.
Not to be missed are several state parks along the beaches of south walton on the gulf with massive dune systems and coastal dune lakes. There is plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and any other nature activities that strike your fancy. Deer Lake State Park and Grayton Beach State Park are easy bike rides along the bike path which runs the entire 17-mile length of Scenic Highway 30A.
But you may never want to leave Beachcrest, with our children's playground, gulf front pool, and of course the wide, sparkling white beach! We welcome you to Seagrove Beach. Leave it all behind and come stay awhile.
Contact Garrett Realty Services 1-800-537-5387,
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Scenic Highway 30A Florida Beach Cottage - $376,000
Located in the highly desirable Gulfview Heights Subdivision of Santa Rosa Beach, this cozy little beach house is perfect for the first time buyer or investor looking for a rental property with cash flow income potential. This well-priced home has 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms with an open floor plan. It features both hardwood and tile floors throughout and was built in 2002. The home sits on a private wooded lot with natural vegetation. The back yard is fenced in and the back patio is covered with a 15x18 roof which could easily be enclosed. Just 4 blocks north of Scenic 30A and a short 5 minute walk or bike ride down to the Gulfview Heights Beach Access, it doesn't get any better than this! If you're looking for an affordable home by the beach, please don't pass this one by. This quiet beach community also offers easy access to the 18 mile 30A Bike Path and is within walking distance to many local restaurants such as Café Tango, Goatfeathers and The Smiling Fish Cafe. Right down the road is Gulf Place, which offers shopping, dining, artists, live concerts and festivals throughout the year. For the nature enthusiasts, there are state parks to the East and West along the 30A and a few blocks North of the lots, you can find a biking/walking path called the Longleaf Pine Greenway Trail.
Sand n Sea
125 Chavis Lane, Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459, USA
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Gulf Front | House | Seagrove Beach | 4 BR | 4.5 BA | Sleeps 16
Sand and Sea, a Seagrove beach vacation rental home, features unique architectural design featuring modern- chic elements. This beachfront escape is also so spacious and versatile that the whole family will treasure any time spent in its sunny interior.
Each floor has its own perks and charms. The warm yellow walls and tiled floors of the entry level provide access to the sun-drenched pool deck on the north and a private boardwalk to the beach on the south. On the second level you'll find one of the most stunning views you've ever laid eyes on!
The vistas through the two story windows looking out over the Gulf of Mexico are absolutely breathtaking. Plus, the kitchen, dining, business center and living room are also on this level so that everyone can unwind together and soak in the miles of emerald water and warm Florida sunshine that is Sand and Sea's backyard.
The soothing tones of yellow, sky blue and pale green extend into each of the bedrooms. The master suite has the added appeal of a large beachfront balcony and a huge bathroom with a separate walk-in shower. This Seagrove beach vacation rental also has quiet places to relax and enjoy the sound of the waves after a fun-filled beach day. A library with a sitting area, a beachfront balcony and plenty of space around the pool deck are great spots to get away to and just do nothing. Then again, once you set foot on the white shores of your very own piece of paradise, you may never want to come inside!
Sand and Sea, located between famous Seaside and Rosemary Beach, has plenty of entertainment and shopping along Scenic 30-A after a fun filled day at this vacation paradise . Plus, a bike rental shop is just around the corner along with some great local restaurants that are known for fresh Gulf seafood.
* Sunday to Sunday weekly rental.
* Complimentary beach set-up of 4 chairs and 2 umbrellas:
March 1st to October 31st (weather permitting)
* Parking for 4 cars.
Sorry, no pets allowed.
AMENITIES
Beach Chairs
Charcoal Grill
Private Pool
Tv
Washer/Dryer
Wireless Internet
BEDDING
3 Full Twin Bunks Bunk(s)2 King Bed(s)1 Queen Bed(s)1 Sofa Sleeper(s)1 Set Twin Bunks Twin Bed(s)
Sanctuary by the Sea Rental in Grayton Beach, FL
Sanctuary by the Sea is sleek, modern, and an artist’s dream. Surround yourself with clean lines, color, and modern art during your beach vacation.
Upon entering the foyer, there is a bunk room with extra-long twin beds and a bathroom that connects to the 1st bedroom with a queen size bed. The bathroom has a double vanity and walk in shower. The queen size bedroom features a balcony that overlooks the state forest, a flat screen tv, and a walk-in closet.
The media room features a flat screen tv with a couch and 2 chairs – perfect for watching that Sunday football game!
The 2nd bedroom has a king size bed, flat screen tv, walk-in closet, and a balcony that connects to the living room. The balcony has a table with fours chairs overlooking the state forest. The connecting bathroom has a single vanity and shower/tub.
The laundry room has a sink and stacked front load washing machine and dryer.
There is a half bath off of the hallway leading to the kitchen.
Upon entering the open kitchen, you will be delighted with the counter space, Viking appliances, and large wine refrigerator. The living/dining/kitchen area is open and complemented with natural lighting from the large balcony that overlooks Big Redfish Lake (a rare natural dune lake) and the Gulf of Mexico. The dining table seats six, and the bar seats four. The living area can easily accommodate a family of ten to enjoy watching movies on the flat screen tv after a fun day at the beach.
The large balcony off of the living room has seating for six along with two lounge chairs – perfect for that morning cup of coffee.
The master bedroom has a king size bed, flat screen tv, balcony, and large master bathroom. The master bathroom features a double vanity, jetted soak tub, and walk-in shower.
This condo is just a quick stroll (about a 3-minute walk) to the first pool and about a 5-minute walk to the beach from the pool area.
Sanctuary by the Sea offers two pool areas with a total of three pools with hot tubs and grill areas. There is also a club house with a workout center, a theater room that you and your family can reserve to view movies, and a Virtual Golf Room for the golf enthusiast (please bring your own clubs). The theater room and Virtual Golf room can be reserved through the guard station.
Dining and shopping is just minutes away! 30A offers a vast array of boutique shopping and privately owned world class dining!
More info on our website 30AEscapes.com
Seagrove Beach Florida 4BR Gulf View Vacation Rental Home, 431 Eastern Lake Road
Twenty-Tree Palms is topped off with a tower room where you will be able sit, relax and enjoy the gentle breezes and breathtaking views of the gulf, nearby Eastern Lake, as well as sunsets, the moon and the stars under an oasis setting with 23 beautiful palms trees surrounding the pool and house.
This elegant beach home is designed to accommodate your family and friends in a Jimmy Buffet style audio and video state of the art setting for pure comfort. You will find a large master suite plus two guests/children's rooms on the first floor, while the second floor features another master bedroom and the main living area which is very open and inviting with ample seating for everyone.
The numerous windows and large porches with comfortable seating provide wonderful views of the gulf, beach and waves from inside and out. All of the bedrooms and the great room have HD plasma or flat screen TV's with DVD. Access to the beach and the natural tidal basin off Eastern Lake is PERFECT for small children and adults alike and only 3 minutes from driveway. This is one of the prettiest locations along 30A and Family after Family have said so (see comments).
When you are not at the beach, the beautifully landscaped yard with fenced-in courtyard, private pool, deck and patio provides the perfect place for a happy hour setting where everyone can gather among shady palms. Jimmy Buffet or any of your favorite music are there in the 4 outdoor speakers on both upper decks.
A gas grill and fully equipped kitchen/bar area just up from the pool and lower screened porch makes outdoor dining easy. Enjoy nearby shops, restaurants, bike trails, golf and all that 30A has to offer from this central location in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Treasured memories await you.
Our goal is to exceed your expectations and bring you back as Family each year. Peace, harmony and spiritual regrowth await you and those close to your heart. Twenty-Three Palms just as the Twenty-Third Psalm promises, is a place beside still and restful waters!
Contact Owner jnamie@comcast.net 901-553-4976
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Sea & Believe Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
SEA AND BELIEVE is a charming, beautifully decorated cottage in the popular community of Old Florida Village. It has 4 BEDROOMS and 3 BATHS and 2 BREEZY PORCHES with rockers and chairs for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful seaside community in which it is located. Most evenings you can even hear the soft music of the ice cream truck as it stops to serve treats to everyone!
There are 2 pools, one is only steps away from your door, and plenty of chairs and umbrellas for shade.
A FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM and bath with a queen-size bed is conveniently located just down the hall from the great room. In the great room is a full size sofa bed for extra guests, an ENTERTAINMENT CENTER housing TV/VCR and DVD/CD player and Free Wi-fi. Dining area includes dining table seating for 6 with extra counter seating for 2.
A large pantry and fully furnished kitchen meet the needs of any cook. In the hall there is a conveniently located full sized WASHER AND DRYER laundry area. On the second floor, the master bedroom porch overlooks the beautiful tropical landscape, winding brick walkways, trellises and gazebos of the cottage community. The second floor also includes two additional bedrooms, one with KING-size bed and the other two with QUEEN-size beds and two bathrooms.
Sugar Dunes 12
Sugar Dunes 12 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the breathtaking views from your large open air balcony. Take a short stroll down the private beach access to enjoy the white-sand beaches South Walton has become famous for. This property is able to accommodate up to eight guests with queens in the master and second bedrooms, two twins in the third, and a queen sofa sleeper in the living room so bring the family and prepare for a relaxing vacation among the dune hills and soothing coastal breeze.
Located just a short ride from fantastic local shops, bike/kayak rental services and great local restaurants such as Old Florida Fish House and Cafe 30A, Sugar Dunes is sure to provide everything you need for a memorable stay along the Florida coast.
Listen to the dolphins at Seagrove/Santa Rosa Beach, Florida Deer Lake State Park
Seagrove Beach vacation rental area and surroundings near Santa Rosa Beach Florida.
Excerpt: Deer Lake State Park shares its name with the coastal dune lake within its boundaries. Coastal dune lakes are extremely rare worldwide and in the United States they occur only along the Gulf Coast. Southern magnolias, golden asters, woody goldenrod, and scrub oaks can be seen in this coastal dune habitat. Rare plants such as Gulf coast lupine, spoonflower, pitcher plants, and Curtiss' sand grass-one of the largest populations found in Florida-are found in the park. Visitors may see splashes of color from summer wildflowers or some of the many species of resident or migratory birds and butterflies. A boardwalk across the dunes offers easy access to the beach where visitors can picnic, swim, and fish. It also offers a spectacular view of the dune ecosystem, one of 11 natural communities found in the park.
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Redfish Village 319 Condo
Condo, 3 Bedrooms + Bunk Area, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Welcome to our beach retreat in beautiful Redfish Village at Blue Mountain Beach! If you are ready to get away and relax for a week, you have come to the right place. Take a dip in our large pool or walk to the private Redfish Village beach access just 1/10 mile away (there is a free tram service in the spring/summer season). The pool is even heated on weekends during the cooler months of the year. Dad can brush up on his golf game at The Santa Rosa Beach Golf Course, while Mom rejuvenates at The Aesthetic Clinique, which is located right in Redfish Village. At the end of an invigorating day, indulge at The Creamery with your favorite ice cream flavor.
If you like to exercise while on vacation, there is no better place to ride bikes than on the Scenic Highway 30A bike path that runs approximately 20 miles from Rosemary Beach to the west end of 30A. There are several bike rental shops in the area that will deliver bicycles right to your door. Our private veranda area would be an ideal place to keep your bikes at night and while you are away from the property. You can ride west to visit Petunia's gift shop, and the shops at Gulf Place. While you're there, enjoy lunch at the Smiling Fish Cafe or possibly at Stinky's Fish Camp. A little further west is a local favorite, Elmo's Grill (just next door is a beautiful garden shop).
If you ride east from Redfish Village, you will soon come to Grayton Beach, WaterColor, and then the famous village of Seaside. Take a few minutes to enjoy the art at The Blue Giraffe in WaterColor, or the Artist Colony in Seaside. No stop at Seaside is complete without a visit to the Modica Market, a family-owned and operated gourmet and specialty market right in the town square. Walk in and you will take a step back in time. At that moment you will congratulate yourself for choosing the right venue for your family vacation.
After an active but relaxing day in our beach community, it will be time to treat yourself to one of the fine restaurants along 30A. For a casual upscale beach bar and restaurant experience, you won't go wrong at The Red Bar in Grayton Beach. Be sure to sample the best crab cakes this side of Maryland! If it's Italian you are craving, visit Borago in Grayton Beach right on Hwy 30A. If you find yourself in Seaside close to sunset, drop in to Bud 'n Alleys and ask for a table upstairs. As the sun sets on a beautiful day over the Gulf you will swear you are in paradise! You'll find more dressy casual locals at the new V in Seagrove Beach or at Café 30A, one of the mainstays. If you are adventurous, have an after dinner cocktail and desert around the pool in Alys Beach, then dance the night away at the Old Florida Fish House.
Redfish Village is in the heart of 30A and is the perfect spot for your family vacation. Anything you could ask for on a beach vacation is just minutes away. We would love to have you as our guest and share a little of our paradise with you and your family.
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The Second Sandbar: Seagrove Florida
Snorkling the Florida panhandle can be loads of fun. Sure, there isn't a coral reef there, but 'The Second Sandbar' definately has a lot to offer as you will see in this episode of 'Another Walk with Mike'. Witness the array of fish Mike discovers during his outing, along with some special finds of sand dollar and star fish. This underwater journey is captured quite nicely and will set you up for a journey of your own to... 'The Second Sandbar'.
Eastern Lake opens to the ocean at Santa Rosa Beach
Watch full screen and keep your eye on the two in the canoe to see just how rough the water was! Watch them to the very end of the video.
Whale Sharks of Seagrove Beach
While fishing for snapper in the Gulf of Mexico on August 13, 2009, we learned that Whale Sharks were nearby. We found 3 whale sharks about 1 mile offshore and went swimming with one of them. It was a religious experience!
Big Redfish Lake in Blue Mountain Beach, FL - For Sale
Great building lot in Blue Mountain Beach on Big Redfish Lake. Gorgeous lake and gulf views, this lot is perfect for a full time or part time resident in the beautiful Santa Rosa Beach, Florida area. Offered at $299,000
Eastern Lake Outfall, February 27, 2014
Eastern Lake, located in Seagrove Beach, is one of several dune lakes found in the Florida Panhandle. Dune lakes are usually separated from the Gulf of Mexico by a sandbar. However, a day or so after a major rainstorm, the lake can overflow the sandbar, allowing the lake water, often colored brown due to pine needle tannins, to flow into the Gulf. This video was captured about 3 minutes after Eastern Lake broke through.
SUGAR DUNES 5
BE DAZZLED--you can almost reach out & touch the ocean from our gulf facing porch! You can't get any closer to beach than this. There is NOTHING between our condo & the emerald ocean waters. Relax to the tranquil sound of the surf 24/7. The spectacular full beach & ocean view provided by the large Florida windows that span the entire 30++feet width of the Great room draw you down the hallway, down two steps into the great room, through the sliding glass door to the large covered porch, you'll want to stand a moment & just gaze at the tranquil beauty arrayed before you. So, go ahead! You're on Vacation at the beach!
Two tables + 8 chairs allow everyone to enjoy the porch. Off porch is a lockable door to our STAIRWAY DIRECTLY to the white sands & the rejuvenating emerald waters! No waiting for elevator to the beach means more time relaxing on the sugar white sands! Just down the stairs to the beach !
The charm & playfulness of this luxury accommodation begins to dawn on you. You'll notice the 9.5ft great room ceiling, casual beach elegance of tile floors, brightly colored furniture & art work, ceiling fan, entertainment center with color cable TV, many games, videos & books, stereo with CD, DVD/VCR, large dining room table with seating for eight & long inviting bar with three tall chairs. Go just two steps up to the level with kitchen, 3 BRs & 3 BA!
The large island kitchen is outfitted for your every convenience including under counter icemaker, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator w/icemaker & electric stove. If you're a cook, you'll be pleased to see it is fully appointed for cooking memorable beach meals for a group or just a couple!
The spacious colorful Master Bedroom has king bed, color cable TV/VCR, stereo CD radio, beautiful art work and even a window that upon awakening, you can gaze at the beach from the bed! The adjoining lg. master bath has a walk-in closet, two sinks, lg. soaking tub with shower.
BR #2 has a queen bed, color cable TV & large double closet. Private full bathroom with tub/shower adjoins. BR #3 has two double beds, color cable TV & large double closet. Guests use the full hall bathroom with tub/shower. There's a full size washer & dryer off hall!
By the time you finish the initial tour of your home away from home, we bet you'll begin to realize that someone has been thinking hard about anticipating your vacation needs!
This is the perfect location & condo for spending relaxing time with family and friends. You'll enjoy an Old Florida beach experience away from the high rises and traffic on one of the consistently designated FL clean beaches!
Sugar Dunes Complex is located on 350 feet width of beachfront on Seagrove Beach, off Highway 30-A in South Walton County, between Deer Lake State Park & Eastern Lake. With only 24 units in the complex & no high rises nearby, the beach is private & relaxing. No tents or canopies allowed so plenty of space for your family to sunbathe & play on the beach. Unit 5 is just east of the center of complex on first floor, is a very spacious-approx. 1600+ sq ft- gulf front luxury design accommodation conveniently located near the complex elevator.
Virtual tour link located below, just above the calendar! Check out what other guests have to say about their stays with us on the COMMENTS link below! Email or call for current availability since our agent also books it, thus we're unable to keep online calendar totally current. THANKS!
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING? We leave a few beach toys and a few chais for guest use in our porch closet, so bring beach towels, suntan lotion, fishing or golf equip, your favorite music CDs or IPOD, books or DVDs. We have books & movies, but maybe not your favorite!! A desire to relax & enjoy a change of pace will come naturally!
Things to do: DINING at the many local restaurants-from fresh gourmet coastal fare to casual family dining, it's all available within a few miles. No fastfood anywhere nearby!
FISHING from the beach. Florida Pompano is one of the tastiest fish around. FL law now requires license for beach fishing by both Floridians & non-FL residents so check out new law before arrival.
SUNBATHE, relax, play or read on the beach!
HIKE approx. 250 yds to the Eastern Lake inlet. This pristine coastal dune lake holds speckled trout, redfish & bass, but a salt-water fishing license is required. Hike east up the beach approximately 1/2 mile to Deer Lake State Park--it's just like the FL of yesteryear.
BIKE- South Walton County has bike trail running along Hi 30-A for 25+ miles.
Kite Camera Seagrove Beach Florida
Kite camera at Seagrove Beach Florida. The string breaks but I was able to recover the kite from a tree. Video courtesy of a FlyCamOne-2 video camera and a 52 Blue Angels 3D kite attached to some rather old 12 lb. fishing line.