30A Homes Blog - The Morar Group

Nothing But The Best at The Orleans

As the latest and final condominium development in Rosemary Beach, The Orleans is the cherry on the top of a well-designed community where function and luxury come together to fulfill every desire. The distinctive Old World look of the building is inspired by the architecture of New Orleans, with the beach comforts and conveniences of Florida Gulf living.

Located on the posh, preferential south side of Highway 30-A, the intimate, boutique-style building is just steps from the ocean and provides for just seven luxury residences, including a fourth floor penthouse with a sizable balcony. Once you see The Orleans, nothing less will do!

Rosemary Beach is a place where shoes are optional, cars are unnecessary, and neighbors become life-long friends. The…

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Luxury Living at The Georgetown

We may be a little biased, but we can assure you that the 30A region in Florida’s Gulf Coast is one the most idyllic you’ll find. Rosemary Beach, in particular, is a charming, small town community with all of the perks of a luxury resort.  While everyone else heads to the overdone, crowded beaches further east, you’ll be enjoying your book on the spacious balcony or enjoying a peaceful family swim on the beach.

The last and newest building in Rosemary Beach’s North Barrett Square, The Georgetown sits head and shoulders above its neighbors with it’s French Quarter vibe, featuring three bedroom/three bath units from 2,126 to 2,482 square feet. Perhaps the signature detail is the multiple balconies that take advantage of the aromatic salt water scent as…

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Case Study: Exploring Scenic 30A Gulf-Front Home Options

Case Study: 43 St. Lucia Lane, The Retreat | The Best Beach is Your Beach

When you imagine your dream home at the beach, you may be able to describe the kind of interior and exterior features you like — but can you see the beach itself? For instance, is your dream home located on or near a vibrant beach with energy and activity like Rosemary? Is it near a secluded or private beach like The Retreat? Or is your perfect piece of shoreline in a rental-restricted community where there are fewer new faces?

 This is the question I posed to a lovely couple from Memphis last year. They contacted me through my RetreatFlordida.com website and were interested in learning more about this unique community on 30A. They’d explored real estate on 30A in the past…

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IMMACULATE BEACH FRONT HOME WITH GULF SIDE PRIVATE POOL

Anyone who has ever stayed in this home, had a wonderful vacation, guaranteed. The layout of this home is absolutely delightful.  Every room is spacious.  From the entry hall to the open living room to the 8 guest rooms, this home is designed with the idea that space or luxury aren't compromised whether you're all gathered together in the Gulf front dining room or whether you're curled up in bed with a good book and the porch doors open listening to the waves.

The beach is right out the back door and accessible via your own private boardwalk.There's room for everyone with 6 bedrooms in the main house and 2 in the carriage house.  The entire home has been recently re-furnished and the result is exquisite yet relaxed.  Not only is the home in…

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Global Exposure for The Retreat on Sotheby's International Realty Website

 We were fortunate enough to have our listing at 230 W Bermuda Drive featured on the Sotheby's Realty global website.  Click here to see the feature on the site's homepage.  230 W Bermuda Drive is the fourth of six properties currently being featured.

With over ten million visits each year, SothebysRealty.com has garnered tremendous exposure for The Retreat through this opportunity.  45% of annual visits to the site are from outside the United States.    

In just one month's time, the online views for this property have climbed more than 400% with just under 8,500 views.  The property has been viewed by people across the globe from New York City to London to Dublin.  The power of marketing behind the Sotheby's International Realty brand is…

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Gulf Front Home in Rosemary Beach - Offered for sale soon!

78 S Green Turtle LaneRosemary Beach, Florida

Situated on 85' on the Gulf, 78 S Green Turtle is finished beautifully and is magazine worthy.  This home offers 5 bedrooms in the main house and an additional bedroom in the carriage house above the 2 car garage.  This rare offering also features a full sized pool with fountain and lush landscaping.

If you would like to schedule a private showing or learn more, call Blake Morar at Scenic Sotheby's International Realty at 850.259.5944 or email blake@scenicsir.com.   See more detail on 78 S Green Turtle click here.

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Watch the flyover Gulf Place all the way to The Retreat in Blue Mountain Beach

This weekend we shot a video from Gulf place covering Dune Allen Beaches along through Blue Mountain beach finishing up at the neighborhood of The Retreat.  Notice toward the end of the video that Draper Lake had just opened up into the Gulf.  We don't get to see this happen all that much.   Draper Lake was high and there was a lot of white water initially once it broke through.   

Gulf Place to The Retreat

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Estate Size Gulf Front Blue Mountain Beach Home for Sale | Built to Last | Fortified Construction

768 Blue Mountain Rd - See the full listing here

It is exciting when we have an opportunity to list and market one of a kind niche-like homes.  What makes a home "Niche-like"?  That can mean many different things to different people.  It can be a home in an incredible location, tasty home design, quality construction or in certain cases, all 3.  It's also a bonus when the clients are an absolute pleasure. 

What makes this home so special?  It is built to last.  I asked Will Dunn of Davis Dunn Construction, If this was the strongest home he has ever built.  He gave me a clever answer, "Blake, This home is as strong as any home we have built".  The home is certified as Fortified Construction and is resistant to very strong storms.   See:…

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WaterColor Homes for Sale and WaterColor Homes Sold!

The Morar Group has recently launched their new website offering sold home information to the general public.  The best way to access this information is to look at Homes Sold in WaterColor Here.  The new website also allows users to see WaterColor Homes for sale.  Users are able to gain a clear understanding of how the real estate market is performing in WaterColor, Florida and have the ability to asses the market in a short period of time. 

This same information is available for neighborhoods along the Emerald Coast and in particular along the 30a corridor and Destin.  Users have been very pleased with the detailed information they have been able to get while assessing what 30A homes are for sale and in particular what 30A Homes have Sold.  

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Lakefront Legacy | Morar Group

A Lakefront Legacy Home for the Architectural Connoisseur

Sitting at 35 feet above sea level, this show home was the first of its kind to be built in The Retreat, introducing a Dutch Caribbean style to the gated, Gulf front neighborhood. Two of the most preeminent luxury home design firms in Northwest Florida approached the project with the intention of creating the finest home possible for the site. Custom details reveal themselves with time, and new discoveries are made with each experience. Across the street is the most scenic beach access in The Retreat, skirting majestic dunes as it approaches 3,000 feet of pristine private beach front.

To view the complete listing, click here.

Contact Blake Morar at (850) 259-5944…

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