Go Irish in Pensacola this Weekend!

Do you love celebrating all things green? Then this is your weekend to grab your girls, guys or even the family and head to Pensacola Beach. It’s time for one of the best celebrations along our shores – St. Patrick’s Day!

This cherished day of Irish celebration is a favorite along much of the Gulf Coast. After all, we do boast one of the most famous Irish pubs in the South both in Pensacola and Destin. That’s why you should reserve your favorite vacation rental in Pensacola Beach and Go Irish on the Beach this weekend. Book our Pi Day beach vacation special today and save 31.4% on your trip.

Go Irish is a family-friendly event and offers something the entire group will enjoy while staying along our emerald shores. All weekend long there will be scavenger hunt to challenge the family. Pick up your packet from the Pensacola Visitor’s Center, complete your tasks and then don’t miss the Pot O’ Gold drawing on Sunday at 3PM.

On St. Patrick’s Day, Monday, March 17, check out the annual Pensacola Beach Pub Crawl, which begins at 10AM and will make stops at some of your favorite restaurants in Pensacola Beach. For a more kid-friendly celebration, head over to McGuire’s Irish Pub in Pensacola for a hearty party and Irish dinner!

Finding the Right Real Estate Agent

Real estate success or failure depends on more than just your listing, and for that matter more than just finding a listing.  Picking the right agent from the beginning is your best bet in achieving your Gulf Coast real estate dreams.

Whether you are choosing to buy a house or enlisting an agent to help you sell, here are some key things to remember to ensure the best possible outcome for you and your property.

Do your homework. Research properties before you contact an agent. It is important to know what you are looking for in the local market and recognize that you need guidance. The same goes for researching agents. Use resources available to learn about their history, experience and qualifications.

In reality, whether you are buying or selling, you will spend a lot of time with your chosen realtor.  The more effectively you communicate from the get-go with them, the more constructive the relationship will be. Laying out expectations and expressing concerns will provide the agent the tools he or she needs to succeed with your real estate desire.

The process of buying, and selling can be intimidating to say the least, and picking a real estate agent can add to the stress and uncertainty. Ease your mind and let our team at Pointe South help with all your real estate needs.

California Cliff House

Are you looking to buy a home in the Pensacola area? Listed at just under $2 million, this California Cliff House is the closest thing you will find to the West Coast living here on the Gulf Coast.

Experience luxury at its finest as the beauty of this modern home is evident both inside and out. Located quite literally at the highest point in coastal Northwest Florida, this impressive 5072 square foot home offers immaculate views of the Pensacola Bay from nearly every room.

This three-level home presents five bedrooms, six bathrooms and two large balconies perfect for entertaining. Open and inviting, this home dazzles with features of multiple fireplaces and built-in bookcases. The living room offers striking penthouse views combined with windows built into the cathedral ceiling that will provide you an overwhelming sense of serenity.

You will undoubtedly enjoy the remarkable views from afar, but take the elevator downstairs and outside a path will uncover access to your private 300 foot dock and sandy beach. Extra decking and a beautiful arbor shade will maximize your time spent fishing off the dock or even just basking in the Florida sunshine.

Call us at 850-492-1826 to schedule a showing today. For more information about this listing and any other real estate needs, visit pointesouth.com.

Free Gas with Your Perdido Key Vacation

It has been a long winter, so we know you have been dreaming of a warm spring vacation to Perdido Key. Well, good news! Our friends at Visit Perdido want to help make your dream a reality!

There is nothing like a drive down the beach, but these days, a drive to the beach can be a bit costly. Not when you vacation in a Perdido Key condo this spring, though.

Register with Visit Perdido, reserve your stay with Pointe South Vacation Rentals and you will be enjoying a $50 gas card to spend during your trip! All you need to do is register and reserve your stay by March 25, 2014 and vacation by April 30, 2014 to qualify for the card.

Don’t wait, plan your dream getaway to the beaches of Northwest Florida and Perdido Key with our condo rental team today! You don’t want to miss the hot spring events, warm spring days on the sand or this great offer.

New Perdido Key Snorkeling Reef

Adding to the already beautiful, white sandy beach of Perdido Key, an artificial reef is now in place for locals and visitors to enjoy.   Last week, spectators gathered to watch as a barge lowered concrete structures into the Gulf of Mexico just south of Public Beach Access # 1 off Sandy Key Drive.

Once complete, the reef is projected to be approximately 280 feet long and between 10 and 16 feet deep.  This reef will bring in many species of marine life including turtles, octopus, and an array of tropical reef fish.   Although there are many wrecks for divers to enjoy, there are a limited number of shore locations for divers and snorkelers.  There are currently artificial reefs at Pensacola Beach and Navarre; however this is the first beach accessible underwater attraction in the Perdido Key area.

Perdido Key, Florida is the perfect destination accommodating paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkeling, and diving.   Visit your local Pointe South office for a list of enjoyable coastal activities and attractions.

Please help us maintain a healthy environment for our marine life and enjoy our beaches and all the beauty that Northwest Florida and Coastal Alabama have to offer.

Note:  Florida Law requires a diver-down flag for snorkeling and diving.  Please contact a local diving agency for rules, regulations, and professional guidance.

Vacation Deals From Pointe South

Often the worst part of a vacation is finding a great condo that is also affordable. Many times you find one, but not the other. But, thanks to our friends at Pointe South Vacation Rentals, now you can have your beautiful condo with matching great rate!

Generally the rentals in a condo complex are managed by many different companies which leads to many different available price points. Well, Pointe South is matching your best quoted rate for spring getaways to the Gulf Coast! If you fall in love with one of our condo rentals in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach or in Northwest Florida, we will be happy to match our competitors lower rate and get you on your way to a fabulous Alabama or Florida vacation.

You do need to meet a few stipulations, of course. The first requirement is that the condo you have the amazing rate for be the same number of bedrooms and within the same resort as the Pointe South rental you desire. Also, we will only match our local, brick-and-mortar competitor’s. Other than that, we are happy to accept another company’s rate and get you one step closer to enjoying a perfect getaway to the Gulf Coast!

Mardi Gras in Perdido Key!

The Gulf Coast is well known for Mardi Gras celebrations. We love to let the good times roll down the coast, and that includes in Perdido Key!

We may not have Bourbon street but we do have loads of fun events and festivals taking place during the celebrations and that includes the annual Perdido Key Mardi Gras Festival!

The Mardi Gras Festival kicks off with the annual boat parade which begins at Galvez Landing. Participants will make their way down the Intracoastal and around before returning to the landing. After the parade enjoy spending time at Hub Stacey’s on the Point. The kids will enjoy the special activities that have been cooked up just for them. Speaking of cooking, be sure to line up to taste the Cajun creations entered in the annual cook-off. And, you can watch as the boat parade awards are given out. Be sure to stick around for the evening fireworks displays, as well.

Wear your purple, green and gold on Saturday, March 1 and get ready to let the good times roll as you take in the array of activities beginning at noon. Be sure to stick around for the evening fireworks displays, as well.

January 2014 Monthly Market Report

The weather along the gulf coast wasn’t the only thing frozen this January!  Real estate sales were minimal in January as the low temperatures moved across coastal Alabama and Northwest Florida.  We are pleased to report that the sun is again shining and sale prices are on the rise as we approach spring.

2013 vs 2014 Perdido Key Average Sale Statistics

DOM List Price Sale Price Price | Sf
2013 182 $280,000 $263,129 $185
2014 104 $370,700 $253,625 $252

Contact us for our January 2014 Monthly Market Reports for additional information on Sold properties:

It is a great time to list your home or investment property for sale.  The inventory is low, sale prices are increasing and we have a handful of clients waiting for the right property.

Call us or please stop by one of our offices to visit and discuss the value of your property.

We want you to be fully informed about the local Real Estate market and our team of Realtor’s are here for you!

Breeze Into Perdido Key!

While Perdido Key may not always come to mind as the hottest spring bresk destination, it is by far one of the most relaxing, family-friendly locations to visit. What makes it ever better? Hot deals!

Pointe South Vacation Rentals is currently offering an amazing 20% off your spring vacation to Perdido Key when you choose to spend it at Ocean Breeze East condos. Offering spacious two and three bedroom condos, this vacation destination is perfect for both family and friends seeking to spend some time together.

These Perdido Key vacation condos also boast an outstanding and unobstructed Gulf view from their private balconies. Wade in the emerald waves or lounge poolside before heading out to explore the area attractions, shopping and more. Check out our guide to the area to find things to do in Perdido Key or download the GoSouthern app to help you enjoy the finer aspects of our beautiful coast!

Hot Beach Deals!

The weather may still be quite chilly (okay, freezing) across much of the country but our beautiful beaches are beginning to heat up! And, just in time for your much-needed spring getaway.

Now is the perfect time to start shopping for your Gulf Coast vacation rental and watching for hot deal, such as the ones our friends at Pointe South Vacation Rentals are currently offering.

So, what they offering? Well, 20% off your Perdido Key vacation! And this deal isn’t just for spring. If you had a summer vacation to Windemere condos in mind, book now! This offer is available all the way through 2014, perfect for catching your favorite local events and festivals.

Were you thinking about sneaking your sweetie away for a sweet Valentine’s Day beach retreat? Call our vacation rental partners to learn how you could receive your third night free! See you at the beach.