2016 Perfect Awards Guide to South Walton

Dining, Entertainment, Outdoor, Shopping & much More
You voted, we counted & the winners are...
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CULINARY
Grand Champion
The envelope please.... the coveted
Grand Champion award is the top score
of both People and Judges votes. Collectively, the nominee with the most votes is
declared Grand Champion.
ENTERTAINMENT
SHOPPING
People's Choice
Winners of the People’s Choice award
can rest assure they are doing something
right. With more than 5,300 votes this
year, there is no doubt that people care
about the places they dine, shop and
play in South Walton.
OUTDOOR
& MORE
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Judge's Choice
Who are we to judge? Our judges are
some of the most enthusiastic brand
ambassadors you’ll meet and all agree
that South Walton is the best destination
in the world.
What
makes
perfect?
T
he idea of perfect is a profound one that
can result in endless considerations;
but when you ask someone in the
South Walton community, the response
will be pretty simple. South Walton,
one of Florida’s top 10 destinations, is
the perfect combination of more
than 200 restaurants; 60 local
art galleries and studios; four
state parks and one state forest
that preserve 40 percent of the
land; and more than 300 shops
and boutiques. Oh yeah, did we
mention the continuously awardwinning sugar-white beaches and
16 charming beach neighborhoods?
In South Walton, perfection is easy
to describe – and that is because it
is everywhere and takes so many
different forms.
the entire 19 miles of the Timpoochee Trail right
before cooling off with a fresh-pressed juice;
perfect is watching the sunrise over Western Lake
with not a soul in sight; perfect is yours, and is
exuded throughout South Walton thanks to the
unique business owners who give their life to this
one of a kind destination.
"Family-friendly
by day, the area
becomes a swank
social affair
at night."
— Southern Living
Perfect is driving down Scenic Highway 30A
and seeing the turquoise water of the Gulf
while crossing over 15 rare coastal dune lakes;
perfect is eating a meal from world-renown
chefs overlooking pure beauty, such as the
Choctawhatchee Bay; perfect is creating your own
glass shard art masterpiece; perfect is conquering
The Perfect in South Walton awards
were created to celebrate the
entrepreneurs of South Walton
that have helped create a worldclass destination. Of the more than
3,000,000 visitors who came to
South Walton last year, 95 percent
plan to return to their perfect
beach. And that is because of all
the perfect places and the small
business owners who contribute to
the character of South Walton’s 16
beach neighborhoods.
During the second annual Perfect in South
Walton awards, more than 5,300 people voted
to determine the best of the best in South
Walton. Not only visitors voted, more than 46
percent were locals who live in Walton County
and who enjoy the special South Walton lifestyle
year round.
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o perfect getaway is complete without
the perfect palate; and South Walton
diners agree. Did you know that within
the last year it is estimated South Walton
visitors spent $378 million on dining?
And South Walton chefs do not disappoint!
Among South Walton’s 16 perfect beach
neighborhoods sits more than 200 restaurants
with world-class chefs who are inspired daily
by the fresh ingredients that surround them.
The relationship between a grower and chef, or
fisherman and chef, is a unique one, cultivated
through similar passions – using the freshest
ingredients to serve the people who share a love
for South Walton. With access to the freshest Gulf
seafood and an extended growing season, you
can stop in almost any South Walton restaurant
to find Gulf-to-table fish — whether it be
battered and fried in a famous po’ boy or grilled
to perfection paired with seasonal veggies. With
tastes from around the world available in South
Walton, the dynamic restaurant scene will leave
you begging for more. This year’s 12 categories
are the perfect places to start your South Walton
culinary tour but to let your taste buds fully
explore offerings you can find your perfect plate
online at VisitSouthWalton.com/interest/dining.
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"Oh my God!
That should be illegal.
It's amazing."
— Emeril Lagasse’s comment on tasting
Chef Jim Shirley’s Bomber Burger from
The Bay Restaurant in Santa Rosa Beach
EXECUTIVE CHEF
SEAFOOD MENU
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Jim Shirley – The Bay
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 622-2291
BaySouthWalton.com
Stinky’s Fish Camp
Dune Allen
(850) 267-3053
StinkysFishCamp.com
Great Southern Café
Seaside
(850) 231-7327
TheGreatSouthernCafe.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Jim Richard –
Stinky’s Fish Camp
Dune Allen
(850) 267-3053
StinkysFishCamp.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
The Bay
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 622-2291
BaySouthWalton.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Old Florida Fish House
Seagrove
(850) 534-3045
OldFloridaFishHouse.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Kevin Korman – Caliza
Alys Beach
(850) 213-5700
CalizaRestaurant.com
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PERFECT culinary
MENU VARIETY
WINE LIST
FLIP-FLOP CUISINE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Great Southern Café
Seaside
(850) 231-7327
TheGreatSouthernCafe.com
Wine World
Sandestin – (850) 622-0802
WaterColor – (850) 231-1323
ChansWineWorld.com
The Red Bar
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1008
TheRedBar.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Café Thirty A
Seagrove
(850) 231-2166
CafeThirtyA.com
Vin’tij Wine Boutique
Miramar Beach
(850) 650-9820,
Vintij.com
Pizza by the Sea
Gulf Place – (850) 267-2202
WaterColor – (850) 231-3030
PizzaByTheSea.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
The Bay
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 622-2291
BaySouthWalton.com
Bistro Bijoux
Sandestin
(850) 622-0760
BijouxDestin.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
SIGNATURE COCKTAIL
CASUAL DINING
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Great Southern Café — Mojito
Seaside
(850) 231-7327
TheGreatSouthernCafe.com
Chanticleer Eatery
Grayton Beach
(850) 213-9065
ChanticleerEatery.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
The Red Bar — Bloody Mary
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1008, TheRedBar.com
The Red Bar
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1008
TheRedBar.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Stinky’s Fish Camp
— Bloody Mary
Dune Allen
(850) 267-3053
StinkysFishCamp.com
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JUDGE’S CHOICE
Stinky’s Fish Camp
Dune Allen
(850) 267-3053
StinkysFishCamp.com
MeltDown on 30A
Seaside
(850) 231-0952
BAKERY OR
DESSERT SHOP
GRAND CHAMPION
Donut Hole
Dune Allen – (850) 267-3239
Inlet Beach – (850) 213-3127
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
La Crema Tapas & Chocolate
Rosemary Beach
(850) 624-8272
LaCremaTapas.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Chanticleer Eatery
Grayton Beach
(850) 213-9065
ChanticleerEatery.com
COFFEE HOUSE
GRAND CHAMPION
Amavida
Seaside – (850) 231-3539
Rosemary Beach – (850) 231-1077
Amavida.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Bad Ass Coffee
Seascape – (850) 269-3997
Grayton Beach - (850) 534-0334
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Donut Hole
Dune Allen – (850) 267-3239
Inlet Beach – (850) 213-3127
FARM TO
TABLE SOURCE
VEGETARIAN
OPTIONS
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Seaside Farmer’s Market
Seaside
(850) 687-3494
Raw & Juicy
Seaside
(850) 231-0043
RawandJuicyLife.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
30A Farmers’ Market
— Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach
(850) 499-4697
30aFarmersMarket.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Mac Farms
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 259-8285
MacFarmsFL.com
Chanticleer Eatery
Grayton Beach
(850) 213-9065
ChanticleerEatery.com
For the Health of It
Blue Mountain
(850) 267-0558
ShopfortheHealthofIt.com
CRAFT BEER
SELECTION
GRAND CHAMPION
Grayton Beer Tap Room
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 231-4786
GraytonBeer.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
30A Growler Garage
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 660-1965
GrowlerGarage30a.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
The Hub on 30A
WaterSound
(850) 213-0782
Hub30a.com
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ith a vibrant music scene, events
almost every day of the week,
art classes and activities just for
children, it’s hard to run out of
options in South Walton. Local
performing and traditional artists have mastered
their crafts to make South Walton a mustsee destination for shows and entertainment.
Likewise, local organizations have created yearround events that are consistently named as
some of the best from outlets such as Southern
Living and USA Today. With fall, winter and
spring seasonal events contributing to an
economic impact of more than $1.3 billion,* it is
safe to say that entertainment in South Walton
is top-notch, creating a prime extended season
of visitation. With more than 30 music venues,
annual festivals, live theater and ecosploring, you
can always find something perfect to keep you
entertained on VisitSouthWalton.com.
* VSW 2014-15 Economic Impact Report
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"Here's one for your mustdo-once-in-your-life list:
the Digital Graffiti Festival,
where an entire coastal
town is transformed into a
kaleidoscopic color explosion."
— Lexus
BEST WEEKEND EVENT
(3 days or more)
GRAND CHAMPION
30A Songwriter’s Festival
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 622-5970
30aSongwritersFestival.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Digital Grafitti
Alys Beach
(850) 213-5500
DigitalGrafitti.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
South Walton Beaches
Wine and Food Festival
Sandestin
(850) 837-3099
SoWalWine.com
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PERFECT entertainment
BEST ONE DAY EVENT
LOCAL MUSICIAN,
BAND OR DJ
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Seaside School Half Marathon & 5k
Seaside
(850) 231-0396
RunSeasideFL.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Seaside 4th of July Parade
Seaside
(850) 231-6107
SeasideFL.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
GRAND CHAMPION
The Hub on 30A
WaterSound
(850) 213-0782
Hub30a.com
Forrest Williams Band
(850) 502-6448
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Dread Clampitt
(850) 496-5455
DreadClampitt.com
The Red Bar
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1008
TheRedBar.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Heritage Band
(850) 259-5064
HeritageBand.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Seaside Ampitheather
Seaside
SeasideFL.com
(850) 231-6107
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Sandestin Gumbo Festival
Sandestin
SandestinGumboFestival.com
LIVE MUSIC VENUE
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BEST NIGHTLIFE
KIDS ATTRACTION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
The Red Bar
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1008
TheRedBar.com
Baytowne Adventure Zone
Sandestin
(850) 428-2736
BaytowneAdventureZone.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Pandora’s at Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-4102
PandorasGraytonBeach.com
The REP’s Theater Productions
Seaside
(850) 231-0733
LoveTheREP.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
YOLO Board Adventures
Sandestin
(850) 267-7877
YoloBoard.com
The Hub on 30A
WaterSound
(850) 213-0782
Hub30a.com
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ne of the missions of
Visit South Walton is
to strengthen, protect
and nourish the tourism
marketplace that an estimated
19,500 working families of
Walton County rely on. Did you
know that for every one visitor
in Florida, more than 85 jobs
are created, according to VISIT
FLORIDA research?
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In Walton County, tourism
produces an economic impact
of more than $2.8 billion
annually – including more than
$500 million in wages paid to
the working men and women of
South Walton businesses.
Tourism impacts every facet of
our coastal paradise including
accommodations, restaurants,
galleries, boutiques, musicians and
more. Caring for our community
is made possible through tourism
revenues, including $8,923,000
recently dedicated to destination
improvements — bike paths
along Scenic Gulf Drive and
Highway 30A, artificial reef
deployment in Grayton Beach,
a new bridge across Western
Lake, beach safety program with
seasonal lifeguards and more.
S E AC R E S T
ROS E M ARY B E AC H
I N L E T B E AC H
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E
cosploring opportunities are abundant
throughout South Walton. With 40
percent of the land preserved as
protected, our forest, trails and 15
coastal dune lakes will remain a coastal
phenomenon for generations to come. Perfect for
kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and swimming,
our Choctawhatchee Bay, pristine Gulf of Mexico
and coastal dune lakes – rare brackish bodies of
water – attract adventure seekers from throughout
the country to South Walton.
With more than 200 miles of trails, South Walton’s
many state parks offer bikers, joggers and hikers
local history and even wildlife sightings for
year-round activities. The fully-paved, 19-mile
Timpoochee Trail is a delight to visitors who can
navigate through the different neighborhoods
on foot or bike. With the vast options to explore
South Walton “beyond the beach,” there is
always an opportunity to discover a new perfect
place to reel in today’s catch, swing the club,
work up a sweat or just relax as the sun dips into
the Gulf. To get outdoors and beyond the beach
go to VisitSouthWalton.com to discover new
opportunities and adventures.
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"Each town skirts the white
sands that form rolling
dunes and an immaculate
Gulf shore set against
translucent blue-green
waters. Yet each one of the
16 communities is different.
not one emulates another's
palette or style."
— Orlando Magazine
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PERFECT outdoor
SUNSET VIEW
GRAND CHAMPION
Bud & Alley’s Restaurant
Seaside
(850) 231-5900
BudAndAlleys.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Western Lake
Grayton Beach
(850) 267-8300
FloridaStateParks.org/GraytonBeach
PARK OR
NATURE LOCALE
ADVENTURE OR
FITNESS EXPERIENCE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Grayton Beach State Park
Grayton Beach
(850) 267-8300
FloridaStateParks.org/GraytonBeach
YOLO Board Adventures
Sandestin
(850) 267-7877
YoloBoard.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Eden Gardens State Park
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-8320
FloridaStateParks.org/EdenGardens
ThiBod Fitness
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 294-6911
Thibod.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Dune Allen
(850) 267-8330
FloridaStateParks.org/park/Topsail-Hill
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Grayton Fitness
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-7075
GraytonBeachFitness.com
TENNIS FACILITY
GOLF FACILITY
BEACH SERVICE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Tops’l Beach & Racket Club
Sandestin
(850) 267-9222
WyndhamVacationRentals.com
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-2229
SantaRosaClub.com
SeaOats Beach Service
Rosemary Beach
(850) 951-3632
SeaOatsBeachService.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Sandestin Tennis
Sandestin
(850) 267-7110
Sandestin.com/tennis
Camp Creek Golf Club
Seacrest
(850) 231-7600
CampCreekGolfClub.com
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
Sandestin
(850) 267-8171
Sandestin.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Raven Golf Club
Sandestin
(850) 267-8155
SandestinRaven.com
Live Well 30A
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 534-0183
LiveWell30a.com
Hidden Dunes Tennis Pros
Miramar Beach
(850) 269-2590
HiddenDunesDestin.com
200+
RESTAURANTS
300+
SHOPPING VENUES
11,000+
ACCOMMODATIONS
BICYCLE SERVICE
FISHING CHARTER
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Big Daddy’s Bike Rentals
Blue Mountain Beach
(850) 622-1165
BigDaddysBikes.com
Dead Fish Charters
Grayton Beach
(850) 685-1092
DeadFishCharters.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Rent Gear Here
Santa Rosa Beach
(888) 750-7606
RentGearHere.com
Fishy Booty Charters
Grayton Beach
(850) 586-0807
FishyBooty.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Yolo Board + Bike
Gulf Place
(850) 267-0602
YoloBoard.com/yolo-board-bike
Florida Boy Adventures
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 499-4473
FloridaBoyAdventures.com
If you don’t find
your favorite place
in South Walton in
these pages, don’t
worry. Visit us online at
VisitSouthWalton.com
or download the mobile
app. Easily search
through the many places
and businesses that
make South Walton your
perfect beach.
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o getaway is complete without the
perfect memento. In South Walton,
there are more than 300 opportunities
to find your perfect shopping
destination.
Sprinkled
throughout
South Walton’s 16 beach neighborhoods more
than 60 artist galleries and studios create a
unique footprint on the soul and personality of
our neighborhoods; in addition, designer outlets,
local boutiques, outdoor shopping markets and
specialty goods can be found on most corners.
From everyday accessories to the final detail to
make a house a home, shopping is a one-of-akind experience in South Walton. To find your
perfect beach shopping experiences check out
VisitSouthWalton.com.
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"You can literally
come here without
a suitcase and shop
and get everything
you need."
— Jeanette Scott,
Visit Florida Shopping Insider
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PERFECT Shopping
ART AND DESIGN
RETAIL COLLECTIVE
APPAREL BOUTIQUE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Justin Gaffrey Studio
Blue Mountain
(850) 267-2022
JustinGaffrey.com
Silver Sands Premium Outlets
Miramar Beach
(850) 654-9771
PremiumOutlets.com/SilverSands
Perspicasity
Seaside
(850) 231-5829
PerspicasitySeaside.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Fusion Art Gallery
Seaside – (850) 231-5405
Sandestin – (850) 654-7311
FusionArtGlass.com
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
Sandestin
(850) 654-5929
GrandBoulevard.com
Mercantile
Seaside
(850) 213-0010
ShopMerc.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
The Merchants of Seaside
Seaside
(850) 231-5424
SeasideFL.com
Déjà Vu
Seaside
(850) 534-0710
ShopDejaVu.com
Mary Hong Studio
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-1416
WiredGlass.com
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JEWELRY BOUTIQUE
LOCAL RETAIL BRAND
KIDS’ SHOPPING
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
McCaskill & Company
Miramar Beach
(850) 650-2262
McCaskillAndCompany.com
YOLO
Miramar Beach – (850) 419-6188
Sandestin – (850) 267-7877
Gulf Place – (850) 267-0602
YoloBoard.com
Duckie’s Shop of Fun
Seaside
(850) 231-4800
ShopDuckies.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
La Vie Est Belle
Seaside
(850) 231-4692
LaVieEstBelleGallery.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
30A.com
Seagrove & Gulf Place
(850) 608-3070
30a.com
Gigi’s Fabulous Kid’s
Fashions and Toys
Rosemary Beach
(850) 231-0110
GigisFabKids.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Grayton Beer
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 231-4786
GraytonBeer.com
SEASIDE Kids
Seaside
(850) 231-1733
TheSeasideStyle.com/Seaside-Kids
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Allison Craft Designs
Grayton Beach
(850) 200-2847
AllisonCraftDesigns.com
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W
ith more than 11,000 accommodations
ranging from award-winning fullservice resorts and hotels to the 90
percent vacation rentals, such as
cozy beachside cottages and multi-generational
homes, South Walton truly is a home-awayfrom-home experience to host all of your perfect
memories. It is the perfect wedding spot with
breathtaking beaches, rare coastal dune lakes,
whimsical gardens, sweeping natural landscapes
and historic chapels. Award-winning golf, spas and
tennis add to the unique experience that is South
Walton, making it a perfect meeting destination.
With so many different options, finding your
perfect is easy in South Walton. You can begin
your search online at VisitSouthWalton.com.
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"With sugar-white powdery
sand perfect for digging
your toes into and warm,
translucent water that
changes in color from vivid
green to turquoise, the
beaches are routinely put on
lists of the world's best"
— Patti Nickel, Lexington Herald-Leader
BEST RESORT
GRAND CHAMPION
Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
Sandestin
(850) 267-8000
Sandestin.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
WaterColor Inn & Resort
WaterColor
(855) 534-5000
WaterColorResort.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Hilton Sandestin
Golf Beach Resort & Spa
Sandestin
(850) 267-9500
HiltonSandestinBeach.com
VACATION RENTAL
COMPANY
GRAND CHAMPION
Resortquest by
Wyndham Vacation Rentals
Santa Rosa Beach
(844) 993-9722
RQSouthWalton.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
360 Blue
Blue Mountain
(800) 554-9522
360BlueProperties.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Newman-Dailey Resort Properties
Miramar Beach
(800) 225-7652
NewmanDailey.com
ACCOMMODATIONS
EXCLUDES VACATION RENTAL COMPANIES & RESORTS
GRAND CHAMPION
Hibiscus House
Grayton Beach
(850) 231-2733
HibiscusFlorida.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Red Fish Village
Blue Mountain Beach
(850) 622-9114
RedFishVillage.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Highlands House Bed & Breakfast
Blue Mountain Beach
(850) 660-1946
HighlandsHouse.com
WEDDING VENUE
GRAND CHAMPION
Eden Gardens State Park
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-8320
FloridaStateParks.org/EdenGardens
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Seaside Chapel
Seaside
(855) 411-1557
SeasideChapel.org
JUDGE’S CHOICE
331 South
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-0240
331South.com
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PERFECT & More
SPA OR
LUXURY SERVICE
LOCAL
MEDIA SOURCE
MEETING
SPACE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Serenity by the Sea
Sandestin
(850) 622-9595
SerenityByTheSeaSpa.com
30A.com
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 608-3070
30a.com
Hilton Sandestin
Golf Beach Resort & Spa
Sandestin
(850) 267-9500
HiltonSandestinBeach.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Spa Sandestin
Sandestin
(800) 622-1038
Sandestin.com/Spa
SoWal.com
WaterColor
(850) 231-0102
SoWal.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
East of Eden
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 797-4754
EastofEdenRetreatandSpa.com
Walton Sun
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-4555
WaltonSun.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
COMMUNITY
RESPONSIBLE
BUSINESS
BEACH
PHOTOGRAPHER
EVENT
VENUE
GRAND CHAMPION
GRAND CHAMPION
Alaqua Animal Refuge
(850) 880-6399
AlaquaAnimalRefuge.org
Goode Green Photography
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 267-3844
GoodeGreen.com
Seaside Ampitheater
Seaside
(855) 411-1557
SeasideFL.com
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
GRAND CHAMPION
The Pearl Hotel
Rosemary Beach
(850) 588-2881
ThePearlRB.com
Baytowne Conference Center
Sandestin
(850) 267-8159
Sandestin.com/Group-Venues
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Food for Thought
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 290-4056
FFTFL.org
Moon Creek Studios
Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 231-0102
MoonCreek.com
Caliza Pool
Alys Beach
(850) 213-5700
AlysBeach.com
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
JUDGE’S CHOICE
Modus Photography
Grayton Beach
(850) 543-5986
ModusPhotography.com
The Hub on 30A
WaterSound
(850) 213-0782
Hub30a.com
St. Joe Community
Foundation
WaterSound
(850) 231-7402
stjcf.com
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See You in South Walton
Yes, you can go on websites like TripAdvisor or Yelp and see how others rate their experiences. But the best way to find your
own perfect experience is by getting out and exploring South Walton. If you need a little help, look for the turquoise blue
badge of distinction like the one found in this photo from Barefoot BBQ, the 2015’s top finalist of the Best Flip-Flop Cuisine
category. These businesses proudly display them for all to see, recognizing that YOU voted for them as something worthy of
being called “Perfect in South Walton”.
V i s i t S o u t h Wa l t o n . c o m
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25777 US Highway 331 South • Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459 • 800-822-6877 • VisitSouthWalton.com
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