Welcome to The Beaches of South Walton
Sixteen distinct beach neighborhoods dot Florida’s scenic Highway 30A, each offering extraordinary views and turquoise waters
Located in Northwest Florida, along Florida’s famous Emerald Coast, the beach communities of South Walton offer a uniquely beautiful and luxurious setting, rich with gated communities and low-maintenance condos.
Each small, charming town sprinkled along the 26-mile stretch of scenic Highway 30A has its own personality: Quaint and laid-back with a strong mix of sophistication and culture. Real estate here is diverse, and property values are high—the area is considered a paradise playground full of vacation homes and year-round retreats.
Blue Mountain Beach, a peaceful community named after the blue lupine flowers covering its landscape, is currently one of South Walton’s most in-demand locales, thanks to a recent influx of celebrity residents. The area offers excellent restaurants and quaint ice cream shops.
In Grayton Beach, the heart and soul of South Walton and one of the area’s original beach neighborhoods, you’ll find a cluster of art galleries, a world-famous dive bar (The Red Bar), and endless natural beauty at Grayton Beach State Park, which surrounds the neighborhood on three sides.
Seagrove Beach, established in 1940, is a centrally located two-mile stretch of varied architectural styles. Some of the area’s first simplistic beach properties are located here, but many have been leveled to make way for incredible beachfront mansions.
South Walton’s 13 other communities each maintain their own distinct vibe—offering a diverse mix of boutiques, cafes, and quiet, bustling or relaxed ambiance. Those seeking to relocate to this area can pick from various spots to dig their toes into the sugar-white sand.
What to Love
- Uniquely beautiful and luxurious setting
- Buyers can choose from a range of gated communities and low-maintenance condos
- 16 distinct neighborhoods to choose from
Local Lifestyle
South Walton living is undecidedly focused on outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy soaking up the Florida sunshine, fishing the Choctawhatchee Bay, or visiting four different state parks and the 15,000-acre Point Washington State Forest. There are also 15 dune lakes to explore and plenty of shopping, dining, and relaxing opportunities. In a word, South Walton is adventurous.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Dining options abound along 30A. Local favorites include Cafe Thirty-A, serving an innovative American menu of quail, grits and banana beignets; Surfing Deer, a buzzing, upscale beachfront New American eatery with a seafood focus and shaded patio seating; Sweet Henrietta’s, a local, custom bakery specializing in delicious cakes and desserts; and Goatfeathers Seafood Market, where residents drop in to pick up fresh fish, homemade sauces, and soups.
Things to Do
The beach is the main attraction in South Walton. Still, there is also an internationally renowned local art scene, a plethora of charming boutiques, regularly scheduled wine tastings, farmers’ markets, and half marathons. Check out live music at North Beach Social, enjoy kid’s yoga on the Hub Lawn every Sunday, and jump in on a family-friendly DJ dance party once a week.