Are you looking to build your dream home, but haven't found the right place to do it yet? You are in luck because we have the perfect piece of real estate in Perdido Key ready and waiting for you!

Located directly across the street from the beach walkover, this .2 acre lot will afford any future home incredible views of our world renowned waters. And while the proximity to the beach cannot be beat, you will adore how closely this home rests to the Parasol community pool...

That is right! Unlike most available lots for sale in Perdido Key, this one comes within the coveted and sought after community of Parasol - the area's only gated, Gulf front subdivision. The community offers over 1,000 feet of beachfront access for homeowners and ideally situated off of Johnson's Beach Road.

Ready to explore the lot first hand? Contact Owner/Broker, Susan Carleton at 850.516.7238 to get the scoop on this and other area listings.

Whether you are on vacation, or staying in a long term rental in Fairhope with Pointe South, we have a great way you can spend this evening! If you haven't already made plans, be sure to head downtown and experience the spring kick off of Art Walk.

First Friday Art Walk is community art and entertainment event that takes places the first Friday from now until November. Find exhibits from local artists as you walk around and mingle with members of the community.

We are especially excited for this year's kick off because Pointe South Residential Leasing has partnered with Beckham Partners and Bellator R.E. Dev. to host a wine tasting event in conjunction with the Art Walk. Everything from live music and children's entertainment to light hors d'oeuvres has been covered. We would just like to invite you all to come out for an evening of good food, good fun and good company!

Have you recently purchased real estate in Orange Beach? If so, be sure to get out and explore all the great spring events kicking off in April, especially those taking place at The Wharf!

The first event you can enjoy is a visit with the Easter Bunny this weekend. Enjoy your morning traditions with family before hopping on down to The Wharf to meet the fluffy bunny himself for pictures.

Another spring event to be enjoyed at The Wharf in Orange Beach is their annual Sunset Festival. This time of year is marked by remarkable sunsets along the Gulf Coast. And, what better way to take them in than with live music, entertainment, shopping, dining and a ride on the Ferris Wheel?

This event takes place every Thursday night in April and features multiple bands, street performers, and even a Spectra light show. Be sure to come early, the event starts at 2pm and stay all the way past sunset. While there, be sure to stop into the local shops where you are sure to find your new favorite local boutique, as well as have dinner at one of the great restaurants, such as Ginny Lane or Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill.

Calling all our local divers! If you live in Pensacola or own real estate in Perdido Key, grab your gear and don't miss the annual Lionfish Roundup & Festival this May!

Hosted by the Gulf Coast Lionfish Coalition, this event is not only fun, but also serves a great purpose in limiting the number of Lionfish, an invasive species, in our local waters. The tournament and festival will take place in Pensacola May 14-17, 2015. For those wishing to dive, registration is just $35.00.

The three days of this event include educational, as well as fun, activities. One May 14th, attend the workshop and safety meeting, as these creatures can be venomous.  The next two days are full of diving fun as the tournament commences! The weigh-in and awards will take place on May 17, 2015.

There are many perks to owning real estate on Alabama's Gulf Coast, but one you definitely want to take advantage of is your proximity to the wonderful spring events at Bellingrath Gardens!

What better way to enjoy the warm weather and blooming area flowers than with a walk around some of the best gardens in the south? You can enjoy the gardens anytime during the spring, but now is the best time to go in order to catch the famed Azaleas in full bloom.

Other great events to attend include the Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, taking place this Saturday. Watch as the kids hunt for thousands of eggs on the lawn and enjoy plenty of candy and other wonderful treats before having their picture made with the Easter Bunny. There will also be afternoon activities and other festivities! Don't miss Bellingrath Gardens in the spring - trust us, it's worth the drive from your Gulf Coast home or long term rental in Alabama!

If you are lucky to live in a Perdido Key home or home rental in Pensacola, get ready for an exciting annual event. The 6th Annual Perdido Key Wine and Art Festival kicks off April 2!

Originally a two day festival, this event is so popular it now last four days! Taking place at the Villagio Town Center in Perdido Key, this festival allows participants the chance to taste a variety of wines while exploring the terrific art available from local and regional artists.

The wine festival in Perdido Key kicks off on Thursday evening with a Taste of Perdido. This event will feature wines paired with culinary creations from five wonderful local restaurants. The main tasting event at the Villagio Town Center will take place on Friday and Saturday until 6pm. On Sunday, which also happens to be Easter, visitors are encouraged to explore Perdido Key at their own pace, including a visit to one of the area's many restaurants, all of which will be offering a delicious holiday menu.

What could be better than life in Perdido Key's most cherished community of homes? How about life in a stunning, three-story masterpiece situated on the Gulf of Mexico waters?

Located in the only gulf front single family community in Perdido Key - Parasol - this beautiful home offers an a unparalleled "island living" experience that is truly chic and luxurious. Encompassing four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a spacious floorplan, this home showcases a contemporary design, complete with opulent touches throughout. Features like white oak wood flooring, large Pella windows and doors help to create a warm ambiance throughout, while amenities including the hydraulic elevator and community pool, make for a heightened level of convenience.

These features are only eclipsed by the impeccable views experience by each floor of this three story home for sale in Perdido Key. And, with close proximity to the pristine beaches, world-renowned dining and shopping that render the area as one of the Gulf Coast's most desirable places to call home, this unique residence promises a lifestyle that's quintessentially Floridian.

Contact Owner/Broker of Pointe South Real Estate Sales, Susan Carleton for more information regarding this listing (MLS# 478313).

Do you own real estate in Pensacola? Congratulations! According to USA Today readers, you live along the most beautiful beach in Florida.

In recent weeks, Pensacola Beach and Gulf Islands National Seashore have been pitted against other Florida beaches, including neighboring Destin, to see who would be voted 'Best Florida Beach'. Yesterday, it was announced that Pensacola Beach pulled ahead and won!

If you own a home in Pensacola, or even a live in a Gulf Coast long-term rental, you know there are many reasons why this is the best beach in the state. In addition to the terrific white sand beach and emerald waters, the scenic trails and available water sports make the area a blast to visit. The wonderful local shopping and dining don't hurt either.

And, we want to wish congratulations to our neighboring beaches of Destin and Port St. Joe for taking top 10 spots on this list, as well. To shop real estate and long-term rentals in those communities, contact our friends at Pointe South!

If you own a home in Pensacola or Perdido Key and would like to spend a little time on the beach this weekend, head out to the Flora-Bama for their annual run-walk this Saturday!

Each year, the Flora-Bama presents the Beach Run-Walk for Amercia's Warriors. This event offers a 5K, perfect for walkers and runners, as well as a half-marathon. The race begins and ends at the Flora-Bama with the 5Ker's heading into Alabama and those running the half-marathon headed to Florida.

The best part about this event is that 100% of your registration fee benefits the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. This organization ensures full scholarships, as well as counseling, are available to surviving children of military special operations personnel who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

The half-marathon will kick off at 7:30am and the 5K will begin at 9am. Currently, the nonrefundable registration fee is $55 for the half-marathon and $35 for the 5K. Sign up today and we will see you at the finish line, not to mention the awesome after party at the Flora-Bama. Happy running!

If you own real estate in Pensacola or the surrounding areas and love to run, we have a great event taking place this weekend that we know you will want to check out - the McGuire's 5K Prediction Run!

Even if you have just recently moved to the Gulf Coast, chances are you've already heard about the infamous McGuire's restaurant. Known for their traditional Irish food and walls covered in dollar bills, this establishment is a Pensacola, as well as Destin, tradition.

This year marks this 38th annual McGuire's St. Patrick's Day 5K Prediction Run and it will take place on Saturday, March 14 at 9am. What is a prediction run, you ask? Well, you take a guess when registering at how long it will take you to finish the course. Those closest earn prices!

In addition to being a great time this event also benefits the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund, the Pensacola Police Department, the Boy Scouts of America Troop 104 and other local charities. We hope you'll sign up and look forward to seeing everyone out on Saturday morning!