Welcome to Sandestin
An affluent resort community with luxury amenities, 30 neighborhoods, and a waterfront lifestyle
Sandestin is a beautiful coastal community situated on 2,400 acres of pristine land. The community features a variety of neighborhoods, including beachfront condos, golf course villas, and luxury homes. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of amenities, including world-class golf courses, tennis, shopping, dining, and a beautiful marina. Sandestin is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a luxurious beach vacation.
The Sandestin neighborhood in Florida is a unique and highly coveted private community known for its stunning beaches, world-class golf courses, and top-notch amenities. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort spans more than 2,000 acres and showcases waterfront living from the Gulf to Choctawhatchee Bay. The resort community features luxury amenities like tennis courts, swimming pools, a spa, 30 neighborhoods, shopping centers, fine dining, community events, four championship golf courses, and more.
Sandestin is pure luxury with a laid-back lifestyle, stunning waterfront homes, elegant architecture, and manicured green spaces. Residents enjoy privacy and exclusivity while maintaining an active social life with neighbors. The master-planned resort was designed for convenient living, allowing residents to indulge without leaving the comfort of the community. Residents can also choose from distinct neighborhoods with single-family homes, gated communities, golf course homes, condominiums, and beachfront living.
What to Love
- Many distinct communities with condominiums and waterfront homes
- Private community with everything you need
- Fun shopping areas with excellent dining options
- Community events and small-town vibe
Local Lifestyle
Sandestin is a private oasis nestled amid natural beauty and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy an alluring lifestyle that combines the best of suburban living with the charm of beachfront living. The community boasts an exquisite blend of architectural styles and charming shopping villages with boutiques and fine dining.
What sets Sandestin apart is not only its world-class facilities but also the sense of community that residents cherish. The neighbors are friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is one of warmth and inclusivity. The lifestyle in Sandestin is not just about luxury, but it’s also about creating lasting connections.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Baytowne Wharf is Sandestin's go-to shopping and dining destination, hosting an exciting roster of events, from movie nights and Easter egg hunts to the Bloody Mary Fest and Tequilias & Tacos. Baytowne Wharf is also home to great restaurants and several unique shopping spots, like Coconut Kidz Apparel and Toys, Barefoot Princess, and more.
Located in Grand Boulevard right outside of Sandestin,
Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store is an upscale dining option with an airy and refined coastal atmosphere. The restaurant serves island cuisines and signature cocktails, featuring live music every night.
Emeril’s Coastal is a fine dining restaurant and the first of Emeril’s establishments in the region to celebrate the famous chef’s love of seafood. Specialty plates include fried shrimp, catch of the day, and New Orleans BBQ seafood.
Vin’tij Food & Wine is an award-winning dining experience with seasonal menus and global wines. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and also has a wine shop.
The Craft Bar is a lively gastropub with over 30 craft beers on tap and unique specialty brews. Sandestin is also a fabulous place to shop with stores like
Anthropologie, Sunset Shoes, and
Hemline.
Things to Do
Grand Boulevard Farmers’ Market is a weekly farmers’ market with fresh local produce, gourmet meals, and specialty items like baked goods, plants, and homemade candy. Sandestin has several seasonal fireworks shows at Baytowne Wharf to commemorate events like Memorial Day and July 4th. The community also has Boomin’ Tuesdays with live music and fireworks on Tuesdays during March. The Sandestin Gumbo & Bloody Mary Festival is an annual winter festival at Baytowne Wharf. The two-day event features family activities, a gumbo cook-out, live music, and drink tastings.
The Sandestin Wine & Food Festival is a four-day celebration of expertly curated wines and fun events like tastings and dinners with celebrity chefs. Bubbly Baytowne is a monthly event from January to May with complimentary champagne to sip while you shop around the village. Golf is a premier activity in the community, with four championship courses for fun and scenic experiences, including
The Links Golf Club and
Raven Golf Club.
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