After being cooped up in our homes for the last few weeks, it sure feels good to be able to get out and enjoy the beauty of our neighborhoods, and if you spent those weeks planning your getaway to the Rosemary Beach community, we have to guess that you will want to spend as much time as possible outdoors! Now is the time to feel the sun beating down on your shoulders, the Gulf breezes kissing your cheeks, and know that you can do all the things you have been dreaming about over the last few months. This guide to outdoor activities you can enjoy during your Florida journey is guaranteed to give you memories you will never forget!
Cruisin’ the Community
Bamboo Bicycle Company offers the only tools you will need for lazy explorations of the Rosemary Beach community; a bike, helmet, and maps of the bike trails that will take you past some of the most beautiful landscape in Florida. Reduce your carbon footprint as you breathe in that salty ocean air and discover the quaint charm of the homes that make this unique community one of our favorite areas to live. Sidewalks built for bikes only make it easy and fun.
Which Way to the Beach?
Finding the beach will be of no difficulty when you stay in one of our vacation escapes in the Rosemary Beach community; chances are you will be able to walk right out the door of your property and bury your toes in the sugar white sands! What you choose to do out there, of course, varies from guest to guest. Choose between frolicking in the surf, tanning on the beach, or escaping into the newest summer blockbuster under a cheerfully colorful umbrella that will protect your skin from the elements! Building sandcastles and moonlit walks at shore’s edge are other ways to enhance the fun you can have outdoors in Florida.
Stay Home and Play
By home, we mean your vacation home, of course! Our comfortable and stylish vacation escapes offer community amenities for you to enjoy without leaving the property. Swim in crystal clear pools, barbecue your catch of the day on your back porch, or simply enjoy sunset views with a refreshing beverage in hand. A Florida sunrise is a sight to behold, stopping people in their tracks when out and about, and when viewed over the water from your balcony, it’s one you will never forget! Reserve your vacation escape in the Rosemary Beach community today!
Our charming Rosemary Beach community is known for more than its scenic landscape and friendly residents; the shops and boutiques that can be found here are designed to bring pleasure to everyone who enters their doors, and this guide will help you find the best of the best!
Patchouli’s, 82 S Barrett Square
This sweet boutique offers one of our favorite types of shopping experiences, as it features pretty much everything we could need in life, from essential oils to bath and body (including an entire collection that is patchouli made), beauty products, perfumes that are customized for your needs, and a decent line just for men. Plan on spending a few hours and probably more than a few bucks here; the prices are reasonable but do add up quickly!
Rosemary Beach Trading Co, 34 N Barrett Square #1C
Everyone’s guilty pleasure is doing a little souvenir shopping while on vacation, and as we seemingly can’t get enough magnets, t-shirts, and coffee mugs, souvenir shops pop up all over the world; you can even buy a souvenir coin from the gift shop at Notre Dame in Paris! The Rosemary Beach Trading Company may not be in Paris, but we think the trinkets and treasures found here are something you will fall in love with! Made well and designed to be stylish, we especially love their selection of shirts, sweatshirts, and hats!
Hissyfits Boutique at Rosemary Beach, 34 N Barrett Square #1A
Hissyfits Boutique is definitely a winner in the shopping arena! Offering a delectable assortment of women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories, this may be your favorite part of your Emerald Coast getaway! In any case, don’t expect to swoop in and swoop out in only a few moments time; this sweet spot deserves to be appreciated and enjoyed and will suck up more time than you realized!
Still So Much More in the Rosemary Beach Community!
From tea shops to clothing stores, your vacation in the Rosemary Beach community promises to be a shopper’s idea of paradise, and when you choose one of our surfside escapes for your accommodations, your vacation promises to be unforgettable! Reserve your stay with us today!
The fall season is even better when spent at the beach. Each year we look forward to cooler breezes, crisp air and golden sunshine creating an added glow to our cozy beach town. The annual Harvest Market and Halloween Celebration is one filled with plenty of autumn fun for locals and visitors alike. The Harvest Market is filled with artisanal goodies and hand-crafted items from around the South (and beyond) while the Barrett Square is filled with games, trick-or-treating and festive activities for kids. Don a favorite costume and join us for this year’s event October 25.
People travel from every corner of the country to enjoy the fresh salty air, soft sandy beaches, and cool, emerald waters of Rosemary Beach® on vacation. When planning vacation activities, deciding how to spend the morning is easy to overlook. With the beautiful scenery in Rosemary Beach®, waking up early to enjoy it is always the best plan.
See the Sunrise
Rosemary Beach® is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and there isn’t a better way to start the day than to view the sunrise over them. Grab a blanket, a cup of coffee, and your camera and head to the beach for a spectacular, colorful view.
Enjoy a Book and a Cup of Coffee
If you’re wondering where to get the coffee to take to the beach, Amavida Coffee is a local Rosemary Beach® favorite. Flavorful blends from Ecuador, Honduras, and Bolivia are just a few of the options to choose from. Grab your favorite book and relax with a fresh cup of Amavida coffee to start the day. Iced lattes are a favorite during the summer.
Ride Bikes
Riding bikes is a favorite family pastime in Rosemary Beach® and is the perfect way to start the day. Bamboo Bicycle Company is conveniently located in the center of Rosemary Beach® and has bikes for all ages to ride around town. Ride up and down the cobblestone streets and wooden boardwalks in search of your favorite breakfast spot.
Eat Breakfast
Getting breakfast is a fun opportunity to scope out what restaurants Rosemary Beach® has to offer and what’s on the menu. Summer Kitchen Café and Cowgirl Kitchen offer a multitude of breakfast options such as waffles, eggs, and omelets to enjoy.
Play Tennis
Rosemary Beach® is paradise for tennis lovers who enjoy starting the day with a game. The Rosemary Beach Racquet Club offers tennis facilities, instruction options, and new equipment to maintain an active lifestyle on vacation. With eight clay courts in great condition and all the supplies needed to play, is there a better way to spend the morning?
Notice the Architecture
With influences from the West Indies and the Dutch, the Rosemary Beach® style feels as if it’s pulled straight from a European village. Native plants complement white walls, earthy tones, striking curves and lush surroundings. Courtyards abound and each direction offers a unique view. Even the roofs are a sight to see.
Yoga at the Beach
For beginner or seasoned yogis, Rosemary Beach® is an ideal location for peace and quiet. Finding a location on the beach to spend time alone practicing yoga is the best anti-stress remedy to start the day. If you prefer a group setting, stop in for a class at the Rosemary Beach Fitness Center.
Relax on the Porch
One of the best parts of every Rosemary Beach® home is the porch. After all, there isn’t a better place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee, relax and enjoy the view. Sometimes the most relaxing part of a vacation is doing nothing but taking the time to observe and appreciate the beauty in the community you’re visiting. Wake up, grab a cup of coffee, and lounge outside; enjoy the warm Florida breeze.
Shop the Farmer’s Market
The 30A Farmers Market takes over the East Long Green every Sunday from 9 am – 1 pm (and every Thursday during the summer season) with vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, jellies, desserts, flowers and more. Go early for the best selection and be sure to get enough for the whole family.
Wander Around Town
Meander through the streets of Rosemary Beach®, discovering nature, architecture and shady spots to relax around every turn. You’ll notice community green spaces tucked between houses, park benches to people-watch, family photo ops and places for making memories. Be sure to let the kids make a wish at the fountain in Barrett Square.
Whether you’re enjoying the morning alone, with family, being active or relaxing outside, there are a myriad of options to choose how to begin the day. So wake up, slip on your sandals, and decide how to start your day in Rosemary Beach®.
The first day of spring marks an exciting day in Rosemary Beach. It’s the start of one of our favorite seasons of the year, when visitors from around the country (and the world!) travel to Rosemary to relax, unwind and make memories at the beach. With International Happiness Day coinciding, there was even more cause for celebration. As part of our Random Acts of Rosemary, visitors can stumble upon free and fun activities that are completely unannounced and are sure to be fun for the whole family. Made possible by the Property Owners Association, the first “act” of the year involved setting up shop on the green and handing out free hot dogs from Dogmandu during lunch. What a wonderful turnout with so many happy faces!
The talented team at Vivospasalon provided awesome chair massages and the talented balloon-maker Andrea wandered Rosemary creating whimsical balloon animals and flowers for kids. Just another day in Rosemary Beach!
Rosemary Beach was alive with music and creative spirit this weekend as songwriters from around the country converged along Scenic Highway 30A for rare, one-of-a-kind performances, sharing their stories, passion and musical artistry.
Rosemary Beach featured three 30A Songwriters Festival venues—Rosemary Beach Town Hall, Summer Kitchen and Amavida. Each location provided a wonderfully intimate setting where artists felt comfortable and embraced our relaxed, coastal style as they performed for music-loving audiences.
At Rosemary Beach Town Hall, we kicked off Friday with acclaimed Nashville Singer/Songwriter Jeffrey Steele, who has co-written more than sixty hit songs for artists including Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, LeAnn Rimes, and Rascal Flatts, among many others. On Saturday, our very own Joe Leathers performed with friends, Kyle Jacobs, Ruston Kelly and Nicole Witt, to a full house. Performances continued through Sunday when we welcomed Bryan Kennedy, David Olney, Alan Rhody, Sugar Cane Jane, The Saint Johns, Jerry Douglas and Gretchen Peters, among others.
In a recent article in the Walton Sun, festival producer Russell Carter shared “one thing that differentiates the 30ASF from the many other music festivals across the country is that it is a unique musical experience in that everyone who is invited to play the festival is an original songwriter,” said Carter.
“That is the tie that binds all the musicians together in a bond of musical respect and admiration, and what is evident to everyone in the audience up and down 30A is a consistent authenticity to the music and performances,” he said. “This is not manufactured music, not singers covering songs others wrote, nothing is auto tuned, nothing is taped to backing tracks — these are soul bearing, heart wrenching, honest performances that will make you laugh, cry, and make you think about your life and others in ways you may not have imagined before.”
The 30A Songwriters Festival is held each year over Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend. To learn more about the 2015 30A Songwriters Festival, Jan. 16-18, visit www.30ASongwritersFestival.com.
Kingston performs with surprise guest John Oates at Summer Kitchen Cafe
Rosemary Beach glows during the 5th annual 30A Songwriters Festival.
Rosemary Town Hall is at capacity with crowds lined up to enjoy intimate musical performances during the 5th annual 30A Songwriters Festival.
Jennifer Lynn Simpson and Wesley Cook perform at Amavida Coffee during the 5th annual 30A Songwriters Festival.
Culinary Celebration with a Cause
A culinary and wine pairing event is taking place in Rosemary Beach on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit Caring and Sharing of South Walton County, a volunteer group which provides food and assistance to locals in need.
Eight Rosemary Beach restaurants will each prepare three signature dishes to pair with six selected wines, for a total of 24 gourmet food and 48 boutique wine pairings. Participating restaurants are Amavida Coffee, Courtyard Wine & Cheese, Cowgirl Kitchen, La Crema Tapas & Chocolate, Onano Neighborhood Café, Restaurant Paradis, Summer Kitchen and Wild Olives Market/Bakery/Deli. Participants are invited to visit each restaurant in the order of their choice during the designated four-hour event time frame.
Advance tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased beginning Aug. 1 at participating restaurants, the Rosemary Beach Cottage Rental Company office and www.rosemarybeachuncorked.com.
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The 4th of July in Rosemary Beach is a day-long celebration. We start the day off with our bike decorating breakfast, followed by our annual bike parade which beings in North Barrett Square and ends on the Western Green. There, everyone is welcome to participate in family field day. With hula hoop contests, sack races and water balloon tosses, everyone is sure to have an exciting time. Later that afternoon, everyone (dogs included) gathers on the Eastern Green for an old fashioned BBQ and then back to the Western Green for the evening concert. The amazing fireworks began at dark and are certainly the best on the beach. The town was full of guests, homeowners and those from our surrounding communities.