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Imagine your perfect vacation: quiet relaxation, music and cocktails with friends, exploring nature, or seeing the sights. Now imagine it all in one place, steps from 26 miles of sugar-white sand beaches and turquoise water and surrounded by gourmet dining, boutique shopping and championship golf.

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South Walton’s Hotels Offer Travelers Flexibility, Convenience and Luxurious Amenities

While beach rental homes in South Walton come in all shapes and sizes, they can often book up to a year in advance – making hotels the easiest option for business travelers, couples or families planning a last-minute getaway.

A Treat for the Eyes: The Architecture of WaterSound

WaterSound is a place where manmade art and architecture blend in perfectly with natural surroundings. This 1,400-acre gated community is an escape for many reasons – one of which is its soothing, secluded atmosphere. Pale blue buildings blend in perfectly with the sugar-white sand of the beach, and rustic wooden walkways wind gracefully across this charming beach neighborhood.

First Timer's Guide to Rosemary Beach

From its stunning architecture and award-winning cuisine to the peaceful getaway of boutique accommodations, it’s no wonder couples flock to Rosemary Beach for a special getaway. Romance blooms in this New Urbanist South Walton neighborhood, which was named one of CNN’s “Most Romantic Towns in America.”

Creativity Around Every Corner: Explore South Walton’s Outdoor Art and Murals

South Walton is known for its sugar-white sand and waves of fun along the Gulf Coast, with breathtaking natural beauty in the areas beyond the beach. What may be surprising to some first-time visitors are the endless creative opportunities in our local communities.

How to (Legally) Host a Beach Bonfire in South Walton

Planning a beach bonfire? Find out how to secure a permit, hire a fire vendor, and properly clean up.

Take a Taco Tour of South Walton

Tacos may just be one of the world’s most perfect foods. Ranging from simple classics to Gulf-inspired twists showcasing the freshest catch, South Walton has plenty of delicious options to satisfy your cravings. Check out these recommendations that are sure to keep you coming back for more. Amigos 30A – Inlet...

First Timer's Guide to Miramar Beach

Miramar Beach is one of South Walton’s most diverse beach neighborhoods, with watersports, lots of shopping opportunities, unique dining options and plenty of fun on and off the beach.

First Timer's Guide to Grayton Beach

Known as one of South Walton's original neighborhoods, Grayton Beach is celebrated for its funky and eclectic style, mixed with picturesque views of the Gulf. Modern beach homes complement the rustic cottages that still line historic Defuniak Street.

Enjoy A Self-Guided Holiday Light Tour in South Walton

Wondering where to find self-guided holiday light displays in South Walton? Here’s your one-stop guide to scenic 30A holiday lights and tours!

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