For Sale in Perdido Bay Country Club Estates

478250-39Are you thinking about buying real estate in Pensacola? Well, it’s time to call the realtor, because we have new listing that is just up your alley.

Located in the coveted subdivision of Perdido Bay Country Club Estates, this incredible home offers three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and world of charm. From the contemporary style to fabulous golf-course views, homes like this are few and far between.

Enjoy the spacious, open floor plan and 11 foot ceilings that help to create a warm and inviting atmosphere from entryway to exit. The kitchen connects seamlessly with the formal dining room and large living room. From there you will have access to screened patio that is perfect for outdoor entertaining. (We have no doubt that with this feature, you’ll be a hit amongst your friends!)

There’s so much to love about this home. It truly is one you have to see to fully appreciate. If you’re interested in scheduling a showing, contact Gulf Coast real estate agent Deborah Eells for more information. She’ll be happy to help you make this dream home become a reality.

Southern’s Summer Flash Sale

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If the type of Gulf Coast real estate your currently searching for is a weekly beach rental at a great price, you’re in luck! Our friends at Southern Vacation Rentals are having a major flash sale!

This summer flash sale offers you 15% off when you book your August or September vacation in a Gulf Coast condo or vacation home today. Yes, today.

You can call in to claim the offer until 7pm CST tonight or simply use code BEACHBREAK online at SouthernResorts.com until midnight. Oh, and Labor Day weekend is included in this awesome sale.

If you were hoping for a deal for July, don’t worry. Southern Vacation Rentals has plenty of those right now, too. In fact, select homes, such as Summer Breeze in Gulf Shores, are offering as much as up to 50% off if you can hit the white sandy shores of the Gulf Coast this week. You’ll find plenty of other last minute July savings when you shop their vacation rental specials today.

Don’t miss all the fun festivals, events and fantastic weather of summer. Shop with our vacation rental friends and get to the beach, and save a bundle, this July, August or September. See you on the beaches soon!

10 Best Alabama Sights to See

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If you have recently purchased real estate in Alabama, or moved into a rental home on Alabama’s Gulf Coast, you may be wondering what there is to see and do around here. The answer: plenty!

Alabama is home to some wonderful attractions and treasures worth exploring while you live on the Gulf Coast.Topping the list of “10 Must-see Places in Alabama” is the Cathedral Caverns in Woodville, followed closely by the US Space & Rocket Center, home to Space Camp, in Hunstville.

Located closer to your real estate on Alabama’s Gulf Coast is Bellingrath Gardens at number five, a 65-acre public garden and historic home known for breathtaking gardens and wonderful annual events. Number 10 on the list is, of course, the amazing beaches of the Gulf Coast, which you should, and undoubtedly will, visit during your time in sweet home Alabama. Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Dauphin Island are just a few areas we recommend exploring.

Check out the full list of things to do in Alabama and add them to your list of must-have adventures when you move to the Gulf Coast!

The Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo

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Calling all anglers! If you are lucky enough to own real estate in Perdido Key near the famous Flora-Bama, don’t miss the second annual Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo.

Touted as the ‘funnest’ fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast, this is a great tournament to enter if you love fishing the waters of Florida and Alabama. The event kicks off on June 27 and runs for two great days.

This fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast is perfect for those looking for a little family fun in the sun. There are both kid and adult levels of entry. Kids can participate in a 10 category event for just $20, while adults are $40 per entry and can fish across 256 categories.

Prizes for the event include a $7,000 cash prize for the biggest Speckled Trout and King Mackerel, as well as additional prizes for offshore fish such  as Tuna, Swordfish and Wahoo. The kids will also be treated to a bevy of prizes.

In addition to being a good time, with plenty of food, drinks and fun available during the weigh-ins at the Flora-Bama, as well as awards, this tournament also benefits a great cause, the Wounded Warrior Project. Grab your gear and come out for this terrific Gulf Coast event in Perdido Key!

4th of July Beach Deals!

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The Fourth of July is right around the corner. This year it falls on a Saturday, so we know you will be taking a break from shopping for Gulf Coast real estate to hit the beach.

Don’t spend your downtime fighting traffic down to the white sands and emerald water – make them your home away from home for the week! Right now, when you vacation from June 27 through July 3, our friends at Southern Vacation Rentals are giving you 25% off their remaining condo and beach homes rentals!

It doesn’t matter where along the Gulf Coast you would like to celebrate. Stay nearby in a Gulf Shores beach home, such as Summer Breeze seen here, or head east to Crystal Palace in Destin or even Coastal Commodity in Panama City Beach. You will also find great condos still available in Orange Beach, Perdido Key, Pensacola Beach and Fort Walton Beach!

Remaining vacation condos and beach homes for this popular beach holiday are limited, so call Southern’s Vacation Planners today to claim this amazing Fourth of July rental deal.

Tour the Pensacola Lighthouse

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Even if you already own Pensacola real estate and have lived here for many years, we imagine you may not have been out to tour the Pensacola Lighthouse. We can tell you, however, that it is definitely worth the trip!

Located at Pensacola NAS, the Pensacola Lighthouse is just a short drive from downtown Pensacola homes, as well as more residential areas making it easy to visit and spend a hours. The keepers of the lighthouse currently offer many tours during the summer season, including one of a very special variety – ghost tours!

Tours available include those during the day, such as the Blue Angels practice tour where you can watch as our famed Naval pilots practice their incredible show. But, there are also very impressive tours available in the evening hours such as the Toast at the Top, a romantic climb for couples featuring music, non-alcoholic beverages and a great sunset view.

You can also climb the tower at night as you hear the ghostly tales from keepers past and even hunt ghosts! If you think that’s a little silly, just know that the Lighthouse has been named “one of the most haunted” in America by the Travel Channel and has been investigated by the Syfy Channel! No matter when you choose to tour, we hope you explore and enjoy this local attraction this summer.

Perdido Key Beach House For Sale!

Southern Real Estate Sales - Scott Marks - Perdido Key Real EstateAre you familiar with the phrase, “Life is Short, Buy the Beach House!” It’s time you took us up on that offer. Recently listed by long-time Southern Real Estate Sales Agent, Scott Marks, is an incredibly gorgeous piece of Perdido Key real estate, just a short walk from our world-renowned beaches.

Located in Heron’s Walk, this classically styled beach home offers four bedrooms, three baths and over 2,949 square feet of space. And while we know you’ll fall in love with the open floor plan and spacious balconies, the private nature of this home is undoubtedly one of its best characteristics. Not to mention it’s close proximity to the National Seashore Federal Park.

917 Nautilus Court is listed at $429,000. The price includes most furnishings, so all you need is your swimsuit, surfboard and sunscreen to call this Heron’s Walk beach house your home.

For more information on this listing, contact Scott Marks today. Just be sure to reference MLS #479568.

Selling Your Home? Avoid these Common Mistakes…

Picture1 (2)Sometimes, it is helpful to learn from your own mistakes. In most cases, especially when it comes to selling your Perdido Key or Orange Beach real estate, it is better to learn from somebody else’s mistakes. That is really one of the many benefits of hiring a professional agent – learning from their past mistakes and avoiding some of the very common pitfalls to follow…

(1) Pricing Your Home Too High. When it comes to setting a price, it’s important to do so correctly from the start. Listing your home to high and reducing it several times can lead to an even lower sales price than you originally intended. There’s a method to the madness and a savvy Southern Real Estate Agent can help you set a competitive price so that you receive the best possible offer.

(2) Stressing Over the Little Things. Selling your home is a huge decision and an even bigger financial consideration. It’s easy to get wrapped up in dollar signs and repairs, but you shouldn’t let these things derail what you have set out to accomplish.

(3) Letting Emotions Overcome You. Speaking of stress, another common pitfall is allowing your personal feelings cloud your judgment. Memories made in your recently listed home aren’t going to affect a buyer’s decision. Don’t let these heartfelt stories impede your ability to sell strategically.

Avoid these common home selling mistakes and hire a Alabama real estate agent for smooth sailing from start to finish.

Southern’s Property Management Program

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If you have been shopping for Gulf Coast real estate in the hopes of turning your new investment into a profitable rental, we have great news. Not only can Southern help you find and purchase real estate, but we offer a fantastic property management program, as well.

Entrusting your Gulf Coast rental property to the care of a company is a big deal. Whether you want to offer your new property as a vacation rental or long term rental, we have dedicated teams that will work with you to ensure your condo, townhome or single family home rental is cared for and profitable for you.

Southern’s vacation rental property management program serves both Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama. When you sign with Southern we dedicate not one but two managers to the success of your short term rental, a Property Condition Manager and a Owner Relation Manager.

The Property Condition Manager is responsible for the overall upkeep and care of your investment, while the Owner Relations Manager works to ensure you are happy and your property stays rented. You also get the full backing and support of Southern’s marketing and reservations teams, accounting department, housekeeping and more.

Southern also offers a terrific long term rental program, as well. Our residential leasing team is committed not only to finding and screening great tenants to occupy your rental, but also the maintenance and daily needs of your renters, as well as rent collection, accounting and more. Call now to learn more about Southern’s Gulf Coast property management programs!

Pointe South Rebrands Under Southern Name

WelcomeWe are pleased to announce that we have rebranded the Pointe South name to operate under the “Southern” umbrella. With this change, our vacation rentals, residential leasing and real estate enterprises will change from Pointe South Vacation Rentals, Pointe South Residential and Pointe South Real Estate Sales to Southern Vacation Rentals, Southern Residential Leasing and Southern Real Estate Sales, respectively.

Susan Carleton, Owner/Broker of Southern Real Estate Sales, formerly known as Pointe South is very excited for what lies ahead. “Pointe South has been a Southern company for years. The benefits of the name change are multi-fold for our company, owners and guests alike.”

The name is the only thing that is set to change. Our staff and our locations will remain the same – meaning that same genuine and local service that our owners, guests, tenants and clients have come to love, can still be expected.

For more information about this rebranding and the Southern Family of Companies, view the online press release or GoSouthern.com.