Miles of pristine, uncrowded beaches to explore. An entire ocean of warm, clear water simply waiting for you to dive right in. And an endless amount of crisp, fresh ocean air to breathe. A trip to Scenic Highway 30A is the ultimate autumn getaway! Within a day’s drive of most of the southern states, South Walton is an amazing spot to bring your family for an unforgettable time at the beach. And Dune Allen Realty has just the place to … Learn more »
Beach Talk
Santa Rosa Beach—The Heart of South Walton
If you’re searching for the perfect spot to escape to right now, it doesn’t get much better than Santa Rosa Beach in South Walton. The gentle sea breezes, swaying palm trees, and vibrant local community will truly soothe your soul. It’s a place to go where you can still maintain safety and social distancing guidelines while you enjoy endless miles of pristine sandy beaches. Take a deep breath, let the warm turquoise water swirl around your ankles, and watch dolphins … Learn more »
8 New South Walton Beach Vacation Homes You Have to See
We’ll admit it—we’re kinda picky. When it comes to our Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals, we’re looking for the best. We want each of our South Walton beach rentals to be exceptional, and we want each and every one of our guests to be delighted. It’s a high bar! So when we add a new home to our vacation rental portfolio, you can be sure that we’ve done our homework. We’re proud to say that Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals … Learn more »
A Brand New Dune Allen Beach Access Point is Open
An Open, Welcoming Space… Stepping onto the Scenic Highway 30A coastline is like stepping into a beach lover’s dream. All along the coast, you’ll find powdery soft, snow-white sand to sink your toes into. Then there is the crystal clear, aquamarine water filled with frolicking dolphins and majestic sea turtles. When the sun gets too warm, a gentle offshore breeze will cool you down and send the sea oats swaying. When you want to brush the sand off your flip-flops … Learn more »
Planning your 2019 Holidays at the Beach in South Walton, Florida
Have a Stress-free Holiday at the Beach on 30A. How do you plan a memorable, stress-free holiday season for your whole family? Plan a trip–or two–to the beach this year! South Walton is the perfect spot to relax into the holidays and reconnect with family. The weather in South Walton during the holiday season is a lovely mix of mild and sunny afternoons, with a hint of festive temperatures in the evenings. Gather together and grab your s’mores’ supplies. Ooh … Learn more »
Four Fabulous Ways to Enjoy an Endless Summer in South Walton
Late summer and early fall vacations to 30A/South Walton For most of the country, August signals a winding down of summer. The holiday fireworks have come and gone and back-to-school plans are well underway for most families. Although the weather is still warm and breezy, and Labor Day plans are still in the works, Autumn, and the slightly cooler temperatures that come with it, are right around the corner. Here at Dune Allen Realty, we have been welcoming visitors to … Learn more »
Coastal Dune Lakes: Rare, Beautiful, and Right In Our Backyard
If you’ve been to South Walton, Florida you know what a magical place it is. The crisp, white sand beaches and clear, turquoise water are exactly what you think of when you imagine the perfect beach. But has your vision of the perfect beach ever included a lake— hidden behind the dunes? Probably not. Did you know that South Walton is home to this extremely rare natural phenomenon? And not just one. There are fifteen coastal dune lakes here! Coastal … Learn more »
Top 10 Reasons to Check Out Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
The Northwest Florida Panhandle is home to some of the most breathtaking beaches in the world. Sand that’s like warm sugar under your flip-flops. Crystal clear, emerald-green water. Gentle sea breezes swaying through the sea oats. This is the place dreams are made of. Dune Allen Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Seagrove Beach, Inlet Beach and Santa Rosa Beach are a few of the popular beach spots in South Walton to soak up the sun. But there are other gems you … Learn more »
Celebrating Memorial Day Weekend in South Walton
Memorial Day is almost here, and so we honor those brave men and women who gave their lives to protect and defend our country. Many will spend this holiday of remembrance and gratitude enjoying our beautiful beaches here in South Walton, as Memorial Day weekend also marks the unofficial start of South Walton’s summer vacation season. Memorial Day was originally celebrated as Decoration Day and originated in the years following the Civil War which ended in 1865, claiming more lives … Learn more »
30A Secrets… shhhhhh.
I’ve lived in South Walton for quite some time now, and it’s a special place for sure. We have some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere, a variety of fresh, local seafood at our fingertips, numerous talented artists and musicians, and a slower pace of life. Yep, I feel pretty darn lucky to call 30A my home. Many visitors to South Walton Beaches are curious about what it’s like to live here full time, and the locals, population 12,000, can … Learn more »
There’s a New Restaurant in South Walton, Shunk Gulley… Happy Eaters, Happy Fish!
There’s a new restaurant in South Walton, and people are talking (and eating)… talking about Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar. It sits majestically on the corner of 393 and Scenic Highway 30A, boasts 2 levels with 40 ft. of unobstructed Gulf of Mexico views from the 2nd level, and provides one of the finest spots around these parts to watch our famous, breath-taking sunsets. Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar is named after the hard-to-find fishing reef located in front of the restaurant … Learn more »
Endless Summer
We celebrated summer’s arrival greeting long-time guests and friends to our gorgeous South Walton beaches. Before we knew it, fireworks were bursting over the water on the 4th of July. Now suddenly, the kids are returning to school, our pristine white beaches are becoming quieter and calmer, and the summer months are slipping away. But, we have the luxury of living on the Emerald Coast, where the summer seems to be endless. Dune Allen Realty is a small, family-owned and … Learn more »
A Legacy on Dune Allen Beach
In 1958, there was only one house resting on the south side of Scenic 30a on Dune Allen Beach. Just one. Bo Rentrop (she prefers just ‘Bo’) and her late husband, Billy Rentrop, were there, and Bo remembers that ‘one’ house very well. Louisiana natives, they actually didn’t return to Dune Allen Beach again until 1969; there were more houses on the south side, but not much else had changed. There weren’t many restaurants or establishments yet; everything felt quite … Learn more »