Author: Rebecca Padgett Frett
A Beautiful Bounty on 30A
There are few times in your life when you enter a store and realize your experience will transcend beyond shopping. It might be the ambience, the personalized service, the unique offerings or the welcoming sensation that overtakes you; however, Beau…
Buy Land and By Sea
Courtesy of The Premier Property Group When a house goes by the name of “H2O,” you know you’re in for endless waterfront views — in this case, of beach waves and lakeshores. Built in 2015, this lovely home boasts…
A Taste of the Mediterranean
Courtesy Chris Sause Mediterranean influences appear with the Gulf of Mexico in this home, the construction of which is nearing completion. With its Mediterranean-inspired architecture that includes crisp white paint and burnt orange roofing, this beautiful home looks terrific…
2016 in Review
In the course of 365 days and 972 pages, Emerald Coast Magazine has experienced what we feel confident in saying has been our best year yet. 2016 brought about much to celebrate, including a redesign of the magazine and an…
Exclusive Serenity
Luxury Estates Auctions recently sold a stunning home with Old Florida and Spanish influences present throughout the filigree ironwork, custom-designed doors and grotto courtyard.
Beachside Bounty
Looking for a luxury condominium complete with soothing hues, vast windows and beach access? Read about our Just Listed home.
It’s All About Surface Value
Surfaces PCB seeks to enhance each client's home though a selection of wood, tile, carpet, stonework & backsplashes.
The Fountain Runneth Over
Writer Rebecca Padgett visits St. Augustine for the first time in 16 years, discovers that the city may have been sipping from the Fountain of Youth.
Don’t Just Brush It Under the Rug
While they may be underfoot, rugs should not be overlooked for what they can add to interior spaces.
Hell on Heels
On some occasions, heels are unavoidable, but the “agony of da feet” doesn’t have to be.
Handcrafted from the Heart
Sample the ice cream produced by the Southern Craft Creamery in Marianna and you may never go back to the lower-priced brands.
Heroes Who Keep the Juice Flowing
When storms threaten, linemen — and linewomen — are prepared to go wherever they’re needed to keep the juice flowin’.
Come Fly Away
Fly away to all that glitters in Las Vegas directly from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, thanks to Allegiant. Beginning Oct. 7, the first direct route between “Sin City” and Destin/Fort Walton will commence for rates as low as $69. Bright…
#InspiredEC More Than Just a Hashtag
The alarm clock buzzes in your ear, you groggily pull back cozy covers and find the floor with your feet. Something spurs you to begin your day versus retreating back into your downy cocoon. We all have passions, interests, hobbies…
Workout Wear You Can Wear Out
The line between workout wear and clothing fit for wearing out has been blurred.
Quick Easy Steps to Build Your Own Cornhole Set
Cornhole sets are easily made at home and are readily customizable.
Defining Green Structure
The professionals at GreenEarth will help you flaunt your flora in ways that will turn your neighbors, well, green.
EC Lounge, a Pre-Event to Digital Graffiti 2016 Recap
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2016 Top Salon Recap
2016 Top Salon Winner – Avantgarde Salon & Spa, Melody Ghostley Runner Up – Serenity by the Sea, Pamela Hudson 2nd Runner Up – The Posh Daisy Salon & Spa, Lisa St. Aubin Fan Favorite – Pure & Couture Salon,…
The Food Film Festival South Walton
There are few finer pleasures in life than partaking in artfully prepared foods and soothing libations in a coastal setting. Those luxuries were central to the The Food Film Festival South Walton, sponsored by The Local Palate and held April…
Bayside Beauty Goes Fast
A home is a sure-fire sale when you catch expansive views of azure waters peeking from behind it. A home situated on Bayshore Drive is destined to please those seeking time on the water and time spent looking out onto…
Waterfront Jewel in Emerald Bay
A coveted waterfront spot in the prestigious community of Emerald Bay is on the market providing high-quality amenities, luxurious living and access to water activities and superior golf courses. Price: $1,150,000 Address: 1102 Emerald Bay Drive, Destin Square Footage: 3,275…
A Palatial Property
5249 Tildon Street, Milton Courtesy of Main Street Properties There are few properties more laudable than the Tildon Estate with its 73 acres, a main house fit for a royal family and an abundance of options for guests. This estate…
A Castle by the Sea
111 S. Founders Lane, Watersound Courtesy of Beachy Beach 30A Imagine the most elaborate sand castle you could create. It is expansive, contains room after room, has a unique design and, of course, it is right on the beach. Now, imagine…
2015 Year in Review
It’s amazing how each year our love for the sugar sand beaches and emerald waves of the EC seems to deepen. Of course that sentiment holds true for 2015. This year we brought forth the hottest trends, spotlighted local heroes,…
This Home Is Where the Heart Is
649 Fairway Ave., Fort Walton Beach courtesy of Remax Southern Realty There’s no mistaking certainty when you experience it. The buyers of a home at 649 Fairway Ave. in Fort Walton Beach knew absolutely that it was the one for…
A New Destin Landmark
623 Lagoon Drive, Destin Courtesy of Cindy Cole Fine Homes Destin is known for its emerald green water, sugar sand beaches and celebrated homes including one located at 623 Lagoon Drive and known to many as “The Landmark.” The three-story,…
At A Glance: October/November Issue
Fall brings about change and a wave of new trends. The October/November issue of EC Magazine is following suit with the theme of fall. We begin with the ever-changing fashion industry in a story about the retail resurgence along the…
White Pickets in Paradise
17 North Shingle Lane, WaterSound courtesy of naumann group AÂ quintessential vacation home lies behind a white picket fence in the community of WaterSound fronting the Gulf off of Scenic Highway 30A. And while such a fence may be seen as…
Sophistication Meets Cabana-Style Luxury
Lot 3 The Bluffs at Sandy Shores, Seacrest Courtesy of Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty All ambitious projects, once begun, generate tremendous anticipation about completion. That is surely true of the project underway at Lot 3 at The Bluffs at Sandy…
August/September Issue: At A Glance
The August/September issue is brimming with stories, some of them grounded right here in our community and others involving lofty pursuits aboard hot air balloons and helicopters. Take a look at what’s inside … A good coach makes an impact…
Resort Style Living with the Comforts of Home
3469 Scenic Hwy. 98 courtesy of Buyer’s Agent, Beachy Beach 30A Anyone embarking on a luxury vacation has expectations. Amenities, appointments and atmosphere all must be impeccable. Those characteristics may be associated with grand hotels and resorts, but they also…
A Charming Choctawhatchee Home
314 SE Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach Courtesy of Remax Southern Realty There are few luxuries finer than waking up and walking outside to your own private beach on a pristine body of water. The residence at 314 S.E. Brooks…
Dogsof30A Instagram Contest
Surf, sun and sandy paws! EC Magazine and the Dogsof30A decided to team up for an Instagram contest that showcased how furry friends enjoy the EC lifestyle just as much as their humans do. The requirements were simple: follow both…
Digital Graffiti 2015 Recap
Vibrant beams of light danced and dashed across the white walls of Alys Beach whose buildings provided a canvas for illuminated illustrations. Digital artists, filmmakers, musicians, interactive designers, photographers and art fans gathered as creativity, art and architecture got together…
A Spacious, Coastal Cottage
Courtesy of RealJoy Properties Beyond the gates of Emerald Shores of South Walton stands a cheerful beach cottage with welcoming white shutters. While it has the appearance of a typical beach cottage it is much larger, with three stories of…
A Home With a Sunny Outlook
You cannot look at the sunny, yellow beach cottage at 56 Lands End Drive without a smile spreading across your face. The outside appearance along with stunning views, desirable amenities and a sought-after location were major selling points in this Feb.…
2015 EC Top Salon Recap
This year's Top Salon event was a hit! Check out the recap.
Private Waterfront Getaway
For many, water has a healing and relaxing essence to it. Whether you are a boater, a fisher or just a water watcher this property at 382 Bayshore Drive might be just what you’re looking for. This waterfront home is…
A Condo You Can’t Resist
As 30A has quickly become a highly sought after destination for permanent residences and vacation homes, rarely do condominiums at The Villas at Santa Rosa Beach become available for sale. This held true for Royce Mitchell’s latest four-bedroom Gulf-front condo…
EC Top Salon 2015 Voting Procedure
Get all the facts on this year's Top Salon new voting method.
