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Just sold in Seacrest Beach, Florida

September 1, 2009 by
Just sold in Seacrest Beach, FL

Just sold in Seacrest Beach, FL

136 Beach Bike Way

Seacrest Beach, FL 32413

$580,000 — 4 bedrooms — 4.5 bathrooms — 2,508 square feet — Built in 2004

A large corner lot has room for a pool or garage with carriage house. It offers two master suites, one upstairs and one down. The first floor porch wraps around the home with fresh exterior paint, custom cabinets, hardwood floors, berber carpet in the bedrooms, a fireplace in the living room as well as a wet bar near the porch upstairs. It is offered fully furnished with pristine decorations and is rental ready. It has an established rental history of over $40K per year with excellent bookings in 2009 already.

Christina Meinen is a Realtor specializing in selling and listing property and real estate in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call Christina today at 850.974.9704, or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

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Sandestin is the spot along the Emerald Coast

August 20, 2009 by
Sandestin is an all-inclusive resort in Destin, Florida.

Sandestin is an all-inclusive resort in Destin, Florida.

We’ve lived in Sandestin for several years and we’re constantly having fun. Sandestin is about 2,400 acres, but has a small time feel.

The resort straddles Highway 98 and hugs up against Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The resort truly has everything.

Got a boat? They have a marina.

Want to golf? Four courses await.

Hungry? About a dozen eateries – ranging from high-end, sosphiticated meals to a 50s hamburger joint – inhabit the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Along with several bars and a lagoon that kids can zip line across.

Shopping and more places to eat are right next door in Grand Boulevard. Restaurants like Tommy Bahama, Cantina Laredo, Flemming’s and Mitchell’s Fish Market are ready for your reservation. There are also numerous shops, and a Publix Supermarket to provide you with what ever you need.

But the best feature of the resort is the wide, white stretches of sugary sandy beaches. Grab a beach chair and lounge under the umbrella with a book, or spread out a beach towel and soak up the Florida sun. And the warm emerald waters sooth the urban weary soul.

Owners can scoot around on their Golf Cart, and Christina and I take full advantage. Living in Sandestin has be an incredible opportunity for us both and we love to call the resort home. There are plenty of homes, condos and lots available to choose from. The market is ready for first-time buyers. So call Christina today at 850.974.9704.

Christina Meinen is a Realtor specializing in selling and listing property and real estate in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call Christina today at 850.974.9704, or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

The beautiful beaches await you.

The beautiful beaches await you.

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Under contract in Rosemary Beach, Florida

August 18, 2009 by
Under contract in the Savannah in Rosemary Beach, Florida.

Under contract in the Savannah in Rosemary Beach, Florida.

Rosemary Beach, FL

The Savannah

Rosemary Beach, FL

$695,000 — 3 bedrooms — 3.5 bathrooms — 1,596 square feet — Built in 2006

The Savannah is south of Scenic Highway 30A on Main Street in the heart of Rosemary Beach, overlooking the Town Center and just steps to the beach. This wonderful top floor unit occupies portions of the third and fourth levels in the building and offers Gulf views. Covered porches off of every room, high-end finishes that include Viking appliances, SieMatic cabinetry, granite countertops, hardwood floors, slate tile and high ceilings round off what is the most favored floor plan in the building. An open living room, dining room and kitchen on the top floor with high vaulted ceilings makes entertaining a pleasure.

Christina Meinen is a Realtor specializing in selling and listing property and real estate in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call Christina today at 850.974.9704, or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

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Condo under contract in Destin, Florida

August 18, 2009 by
This four-bedroom and four bathroom in Destin, Fla., was just reduced to $1.2 million.

This four-bedroom and four bathroom in Destin, Fla., was just reduced to $1.2 million.

Destin

Signature Beach 901

Destin, FL 32541

$1,275,000 — 4 bedrooms — 4 bathrooms — 3,240 square feet — Built in 2005

Signature Beach is one of the most elegant condominiums in Destin, Fla. Enjoy the unbelievable gulf front views from your glass-curtain windows enabling you to gaze on Gulf views from virtually every room. The building only has 18 condos – two per floor. Access is controlled through a secured private elevator. The incredibly designed interior, high style construction, modern architecture, rooftop terrace infinity pool, covered parking, and low density from this condo makes it one of the most sought after luxury condominiums. You must see to believe the incredible views!

Wonderful privacy creates the feeling of being in your own Gulf-front home.

Christina Meinen is a Realtor specializing in selling and listing property and real estate in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call Christina today at 850.974.9704, or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

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Under contract in Secrest Beach, Florida

August 18, 2009 by
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This wonderful home in Seacrest Beach, Fl., is under contract.

This incredible home in Seacrest Beach, Florida, is the perfect vacation get-away or full-time residence. Situated on one of the largest lots available in Seacrest beach, measuring 50 by 100 feet, in an unbelievable location backing up to nature preserve with even more room to build your very own private pool or carriage house, this beach house includes an enormous two-car garage as well as a very spacious, livable floor plan.

The large and open space consists of a beautiful fireplace in the living area and an open dining and kitchen area as well. The huge gourmet kitchen has granite countertops accented with a tumbled stone backsplash. Enjoy the strategically located built-in bar with wine cooler, ideal for entertaining. Rich Cherry cabinetry features a sophisticated coffee glaze. The opulent features of this home also include extensive crown and base molding throughout, a central vacuum system for easy clean-ups, 10-foot ceilings on both floors adding an are of openness, as well as Kohler brushed nickel fixtures in the kitchen and all bathrooms for a lavish touch.

The bathrooms feature granite countertops, stone details and custom sinks. The roomy master bedroom is complete with a fireplace, vaulted ceiling and French doors which open onto a private deck overlooking the backyard and nature preserve. The home is pre-wired for security and a home entertainment system.

Seacrest Beach amenities include a 12,000 square-foot lagoon pool, deeded beach access, on-call tram service, as well as shops and dining in nearby Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach and Village of South Walton. This property is a short sale.

Christina Meinen is a Realtor specializing in selling and listing property and real estate in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call Christina today at 850.974.9704, or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

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Just sold in Seagrove Beach, Florida

June 30, 2009 by
This lovely home is located in Seagrove Beach, Fla.

This lovely home is located in Seagrove Beach, Fla.

Christina had this listing for 20 days before it sold.

This 2,300-square-foot home features four bedrooms and three and a half baths. The South Walton home was sold fully furnished and is one row back from the Gulf of Mexico. This beach retreat in Summer’s Edge in Seagrove Beach, FL, was offered at $999,000.

Call Christina today for all real estate news and happenings along the Emerald Coast. Christina Meinen is a Realtor, who specializes in selling and listing property in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. Call her today at 850.974.9794, or check out her new real estate Web site.

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Great new buy in Santa Rosa Beach

May 28, 2009 by

This new listing has Gulf and lake views from every floor. It's a perfect vacation retreat or second home complete with eight bedrooms and four full bathrooms.

This new listing has Gulf and lake views from every floor. It's a perfect vacation retreat or second home complete with eight bedrooms and four full bathrooms.

For sale – $1,275,000

42 Fort Panic Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459

Christina just listed a beautiful new listing in Dune Allen Beach last week. It’s called “Baby I Love You.” The home, which sits on Scenic Highway 30A, has eight bedrooms, four full bathrooms and a two-car garage, as well as a private pool.

 

Panoramic views of the Gulf and dune lake can be seen from every floor. This home is the perfect vacation investment property with great rental history or it would be wonderful as a second home. This house is as close to the Gulf as you can get without being gulf front. 

 

Built in 1998, this 3,200-square-foot home has a modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances and custom wood cabinets. The views from the kitchen will inspire your beach cooking. But if you want to head out to dinner, Stinky’s Fish Camp and the Lake Place are right across the street. And the shops and restaurants at Gulf Place are several blocks down 30A. The coastal bike path follows the sugary sands and emerald waters and offers a picturesque stroll in the cool Florida evenings.

 

 Christina focuses on real estate investment in Destin, Sandestin and along Scenic Highway 30A. She would love to help you with your real estate needs. Christina’s last two listings were put under contract within 30 days. She is motivated and ready to assist buyers and sellers with whatever they need. 

 

Call Christina at 850.974.9704 to schedule a viewing of the property or any others along the Emerald Coast. Or check out her new real estate Web site.

 

Spectacular Gulf views.

Spectacular Gulf views.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Views from every floor.

Views from every floor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The modern kitchen has granite countertops and stainless appliances.

The modern kitchen has granite countertops and stainless appliances.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Master bedroom.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The spacious living room flows into the kitchen for optimal entertaining.

The spacious living room flows into the kitchen for optimal entertaining.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The vistas are breathtaking.

The vistas are breathtaking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This beach retreat sits across the street from Stinky's Fish Camp and the Lake Place for easy dining.

This beach retreat sits across the street from Stinky's Fish Camp and the Lake Place for easy dining.

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Buyer’s agents help cut through the clutter

May 27, 2009 by

Christina Meinen, Buyer's Agent and Realtor with Destin Real Estate Company.

Christina Meinen, Buyer's Agent and Realtor with Destin Real Estate Company.

Creating wealth through real estate investing is the name of the game and the buzzer is sounding NOW! Who do you have on your team?

The buyer’s agent is a no-cost tool that everyone should use. Whether you are looking to buy this week, next month, or next year, it is never too early to gain from the benefit of your own buyer’s agent.

 

Specializing as a buyer’s agent in Florida along Scenic Highway 30A, Sandestin, and Destin for the last five years, Christina Meinen knows how to navigate the rough waters of successful real estate investing. Christina’s passion gives a refreshing spin on real estate investing and her commitment to finding each buyer the best deal to fit their wants and needs.

 

Christina moved to the Emerald Coast to help buyers invest just two days after graduating from Mississippi State with a degree in Real Estate and Mortgage Appraisal Financing. Her zeal paid off as she quickly established herself as one of the area’s up and coming Realtors and her sales volume has steadily increased ever since. Last year Christina sold $8.9 million in real estate. By April 10 of this year, she has already sold $4.5 million – with an additional $5.6 million under contract as of May 1.

 

Recently married in July 2008, Christina changed her last name from McAllister to Meinen. Not only did she marry her bestfriend, but her husband Andy is now part of the team and his former journalism/Internet marketing background has been very beneficial in moving Christina’s career to the next level.

 

To ease your search and not waste your valuable time, Christina offers virtual window shopping right from the comfort of a private conference room along 30A. It is a great way to preview properties with Christina on a flat screen TV to grasp the feel for interiors of homes, areas to consider, and price ranges available before you head off on your tour of properties together. This will help leave time for you to hit the beach!

 

Keep a lookout for Christina’s new real estate Web site, which will be up and running by mid summer. Plus, find her via social networking on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. These assets are crucial to keep Christina competitive and on the cutting edge of her industry.

 

Honesty, communication and professionalism are the hallmarks that Christina stands by. She’ll guide you through the inventory of condos, homes and properties now available along the Emerald Coast. Knowledge is key. What is the rental history of a home? How does a particular property compare to what’s around it? What area should you buy in? How can you trade properties and get a break on taxes?

 

Christina’s knowledge and expertise will ease your search and help you pinpoint your ideal piece of property along the worlds’ most beautiful beaches. From looking through beach homes, to making an offer, to cutting through the red tape, Christina will be there for you. She’ll push for the very best deal and make sure you know exactly what is what with your choice of vacation real estate.

 

The shimmering sugar sands and the calm emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico have lured many from the hustle and bustle of urban areas. The area’s beachfront communities are as unique as each buyer. Why get lost in the haze of inventory in Rosemary, Alys Beach, WaterSound, Seaside or WaterColor when you can have a professional Realtor by your side protecting your interests and assuring that you’re getting the best deal possible and getting shown all that is available.

 

Call Christina Meinen today for an appointment – (850) 974-9704.

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Seaside, Florida

May 27, 2009 by

 

Seaside is a walkable neighborhood along Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton that is perfect for second home buyers or investment property.

Seaside is a walkable neighborhood along Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton that is perfect for second home buyers or investment property.

 

Idyllic Seaside with its white picket fences and walkable streets is the birthplace of New Urbanism. A wide sugary stretch of white sand runs along Seaside. The town is anchored by a vast central square that is filled with quaint shops and tasty eateries.

 

Seaside is so perfect that the Jim Carry movie The Truman Show was filmed in the town. The architecture brings narrow streets and tall house together and is perfect for an evening stroll or an afternoon bike ride. Gravel paths crisscross the town in a patchwork of hidden scrub brush lined lanes. The homes were designed with deep roof overhangs to help block the afternoon sun, long porches to capture the salty gulf breezes and open living areas to bring families and friends together.


Several community pools and tennis courts, along with bike rentals make this one of the complete townships along the Emerald Coast.


Christina Meinen is a Realtor, who specializes in real estate and investment property in Seaside and along Scenic Highway 30A in  South Walton County. Call her today at 850.974.9704 or check out her new Real Estate Web site.

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