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When Guests Become Friends

We are so lucky to have some wonderful winter guests who stay with us year after year in a few of our homes – they moved with us when we started Grayt 30A and continue to grace us with their presence to this day. Over...Read more
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Naturally South Walton

Did you know that there are FOUR state parks in South Walton, plus the 15,000-acre Point Washington State Forest? This is in addition to our 15 rare, coastal dune lakes and our beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay. How can you EVER find the time to experience everything??...Read more
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Outdoor Activities
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Sargassum ~ June Grass...What is it?

It might be annoying but...Read more
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Complimentary Park Admission

It's official! Per the Walton County Tourism Department, "summer visitors to Walton County will once again be able to enjoy complimentary day-use admission to Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park from Memorial Day through Labor Day." It has become an annual...Read more
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Sea Turtles along 30A!

Sea Turtle Nesting Season is May - October Sea turtle nesting season has started. During the months of May through October, endangered sea turtles make their way to South Walton's beaches to build their nests. Later in the summer and in the early fall, the...Read more
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Have you ever seen a Sea Turtle?

While you are visiting South Walton, you may have the opportunity to see a nest. We are blessed to share the beach with Sea Turtles and we do our best to love and protect them. We know you will want to help. From May to...Read more
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Endless Summer ... an August post from the SoWal Beaches!

Endless Summer …From movies to license plates to flowers, the term has become a part of our everyday language. The English Definition Dictionary defines Endless Summer as having or seeming to have no end; eternal, or infinite. From the movie of the same name, it...Read more
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Trip Planning
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People say the nicest things...

A recommendation for Sandytoes A Grayt dog friendly beach rental in Gulf Trace. This review was set to us after a June 2021 stay. We are so graytful for our guests! "We highly recommend this property . The location is amazing - short walking distance...Read more
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Property Reviews
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Big Homes for Big Families

If you book it, they can come! Limited openings have just been released for August!!! One brand new home and one refreshed and refurbished in 2021. Both have pools, both with excellent beach access. Check out Jada's Dare in Grayton Beach and 3 by the...Read more
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Dog Days of Summer

Dog days of summer? July 2021 The Dog Days of Summer have begun here at the beach and run through August 11th this year. What are the Dog Days of Summer exactly, and what do they have to do with dogs?? Let’s turn to the...Read more
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