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SEACREST BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Seacrest Beach |
| Seacrest Beach is an unexplored natural paradise, with a plenty of sunshine and endless white sandy beaches and a myriad choices of comfortable vacation rentals – making it a prefect vacation destination for those wanting to unwind and relax! |
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Seacrest Beach Vacation Rental Information |
| Seacrest Beach vacation rentals with its stunning white sand beaches and golf course have numerous. Exclusive oceanfront, beachfront and pet-friendly vacation rental accommodations ensure a luxurious stay that too, within your budget. Seacrest Beach vacation rentals are mostly in the form of condos or condominiums, townhouses, luxury villas, Seacrest Beach vacation rental houses and duplex |
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houses. Many of them offer fabulous views of the Gulf, swimming pools and even Jacuzzi.
A single bath and bedroom Seacrest Beach vacation rental condominium or condo would sleep between 2 to 4 people, while a 2-bedroom vacation rental condo would sleep 4 to 6 people. Nearly all the vacation rental condominiums have pools or hot tubs, but only some are pet-friendly and require a pet deposit. Facilities such as washer/dryer, plasma TV, VCR player and cable are offered by most Seacrest Beach vacation rentals.
Vacation rental townhouses are also an option, and a typical 1-bedroom vacation townhouse would sleep 2 to 4 people. Amenities like a furnished kitchen, charcoal grill, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator are provided in most of the Seacrest Beach vacation rental townhouses. The 3-bedroom vacation rental townhouses would sleep 8 to 10 people. Most Seacrest Beach vacation rental townhouses do not allow pets and smoking.
If you are traveling in a large group of maybe more than 4 people, Seacrest Beach vacation rental houses would be a comfortable and spacious alternative. A 2-bedroom and 3-bath vacation rental house would sleep 4 to 6 people, some even up to 8 vacationers. The 8 bedrooms and 6 bath vacation rental houses that sleep 18 to 22 people, are also available. Two or more sets of amenities such as refrigerators, TVs, washer and dryer are available in Seacrest Beach vacation rental houses that sleep more people. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Seacrest Beach |
| Most Seacrest Beach vacation rental accommodations are available on nightly, weekly or monthly basis and most of them do not allow pets or smoking. Cleaning fees are often extra, but some Seacrest Beach vacation rentals do not charge fees for a stay of over a few days. Many Seacrest Beach vacation rentals offer discounts in certain periods. Deposits may need to be paid for pets and damages. Some vacation Seacrest Beach rentals have a hurricane policy and some also charge bed tax applicable in Florida. |
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Must See in Seacrest Beach |
Situated in the Panhandle South Walton Beach Area, Seacrest Beach has some of the best sun-kissed and white beaches, making it an ideal location for water sports and fishing. Vacationers enjoy snorkeling, swimming, diving, parasailing, jet skiing on the pristine beaches. The community is laidback, and the beach itself is not very crowded and is surrounded by many antique shops. There
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| are several state parks in the region, many of which have nature trails and walks and are home to migratory birds, wildlife and rare plants. Some of the state parks worth a visit are Deer Lake Park, Grayton Beach State Park, Ponce De Leon Springs State Park, among others. The region also hosts many art, craft and fashion events. Cultural Arts Association (CAA) has several interesting events lined up for this year too. |
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Sights and Attractions in Seacrest Beach |
| Apart from sun-kissed and scenic beaches, several places in Seacrest Beach attract tourists. The laidback and charming town, with white sand beaches, provides amusement and theme parks, state parks, zoos, museums and aquariums for a relaxing vacation. State Parks such as Topsail Hill Preserve, Ponce De Leon Springs, Falling Waters, Henderson Beach and Navarre Beach are also some of the popular attractions.
• Junior Museum of Bay County
• Deer Lake Park
• Grayton Beach State Park
• Water and Amusements Parks |
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Outdoor Recreation in Seacrest Beach |
| Seacrest Beach offers a number of outdoor activities for enthusiasts, be it water based or others. The laidback and charming town, with white sand beaches, provides for a wide range of fun activities for a vacation. Apart from parasailing, deep-sea fishing and crabbing, you can also enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, golf and have fun at water parks.
• Water Sports
• Fishing
• Hiking and Biking | |
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Golfing in Seacrest Beach |
If you are a golf enthusiast, Seacrest Beach offers you some of the best golf courses in the state. Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club boasts of 18 challenging golf holes and offers practice facility as well. Beach Club Restaurant is right on the shores of Gulf of Mexico, where you can enjoy lunches or dinners with a view of the surf. The semi-private club is located between Ft. Walton Beach and Panama City.
Bay Pointe Golf Course has 36 unique holes and a practice area. It also offers individual and group lessons by PGA professionals to help you improve on your game. The course provides top-of-the-line rental clubs. Reservations must be made 30 days in advance. Golf packages are available from $268 to $298. Other excellent courses in the area include The Raven, Burnt Pine, The Links, Kelly Plantation, Regatta Bay, among others. |
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Seacrest Beach Fairs and Festivals |
The region plays host to some of the best-known jazz, art, and wine festivals that make your vacation memorable. Cultural Arts Association (CAA) organizes events including ArtsQuest, an annual fine arts festival at Baytowne Wharf is held in the month of May. Flutterby Festival (also by CAA), which has live music, children’s interactive art tent, athletic competitions and co-op tent for local artists is usually organized in October.
The popular Fine Art of Looking Good fashion show, organized by CAA, takes place in May each year. This event is sold out every year, so make your reservations early. As many as 23 shops and galleries on the highway 30-A from Bluemountain Beach to Rosemary Beach are part of the Champagne Shopping Tour, which is organized in May. Admissions are free and shuttles are provided by Sandestin Golf and Beach resort.
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Dining and Nightlife in Seacrest Beach |
Though Seacrest Beach does not have many extravagant fine dining options, neighboring towns on Highway 30-A, such as Destin and Panama City, offer good hotels and restaurants where one can enjoy exotic seafood as well as continental fare.
Café Thirty-A, just 1.5 miles east of Seaside, has local seafood, beef, lamb poultry, vegetarian selections, wood-oven pizzas and desserts. Criolla’s Restaurant at Grayton Beach, rated among the top 20 in Florida, is known for its contemporary tropical cuisine. For some casual dining, you can try Red Bar, Tuscany Grill, Blue Luna, Bayou Bills and Spicy Noodle, all on 30A. There are a number of excellent seafood markets in the area as well.
Seacrest Beach and nearby areas offer exciting nightlife with their lively bars, some of which have jazz bands as well. The extremely popular Picolo’s Restaurant and Red Bar on Grayton Beach attract diners with their funky atmosphere. You can also enjoy Red Bar Jazz Band here. The beautiful 3-Thirty-1, on Santa Rosa Beach has two levels with large decks overlooking the bay, dance floor, DJ, and a Sushi Bar as well. Pandora’s, on Grayton Beach has some delicious steaks and seafood.
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Shopping in Seacrest Beach |
For shopaholics, there is a lot in store in and around Seacrest Beach. You can take a ride into Destin and visit the famous Silver Sands outlet mall or the new upscale Destin Commons shopping and cinema. There are a number of retail shopping malls, factory outlets and antique malls in the region from where you can pick some unique stuff.
You can also visit the nearby community of Seaside, also right on 30A. Known for its unique design, the community has become a hot tourist destination because of its beautiful quaint cottages, 50 unique shops and galleries and fine restaurants. |
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Best Times to Visit Seacrest Beach |
Summers in Seacrest Beach are hot with temperatures rising up to 91° F in July and August. The lowest temperatures in the winters range from 36° F to 39° F. Seacrest Beach lies in a region that receives at least 50 inches of rain annually, and hence showers and thunderstorms are rather common. It is hot and humid between May to September and the period is marked by abundant rains. The rest of the year, however, is mild, cool and less rainy. Storms that occur during the official hurricane season mostly skip the region, but there is a warning system in place to alert you.
The exotic Seacrest Beach, located in the region known as Beaches of South Walton region on Florida’s north Gulf Coast, enjoys warm temperatures all year round. Showers and thunderstorms are common but pass quickly, making way for a sunny day. The best months to visit Seacrest Beach would be between October to April, when it is not very hot or humid. However, several fairs and festivals are lined up in the summer, from May to October, so don’t ignore those months. |
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Time Zone for Seacrest Beach |
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Getting To and Around Seacrest Beach |
Seacrest Beach is accessible via many airports. The closest airports being, Eglin Af Aux Nr 3 Duke Airport located about 28 miles northwest of Seacrest Beach in Valparaiso; Hurlburt Field, located around 29 miles west of Seacrest Beach in Mary Esther; Bob Sikes Airport roughly 35 miles northwest of Seacrest Beach in Valparaiso and Choctaw Nolf Airport located around 46 miles northwest of Seacrest Beach in Milton, Florida.
Private buses, boats make getting around Seacrest Beach easy. |
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