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Best Orange Beach Condos

These are some of the better condominium choices in Orange Beach, Alabama:

Admirals Quarters Bella Luna Bluewater Caribe Resort B
Caribe Resort C Caribe Resort D Opal Phoenix III
Phoenix VII Phoenix IX Phoenix X Phoenix West
Seachase East Seachase Center Seachase West Seaside Beach
Shoalwater Turquoise Place Tidewater The Enclave
The Palms Tradewinds Whitecaps
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Holiday Isle is a luxury beach side condominium located on Dauphin Island, the only barrier island on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.

Listen to Paul Wesch of The Mitchell Company explain the current condo market, where we have come from, where we are, and where we are likely headed.  He will then tell a little about the Holiday Isle Condos and the value they represent in the current market and the future potential.  Quite a good market synopsis!
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Watch the video below to learn more about Holiday Isle on Dauphin Island.

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Just 33 miles south of Mobile, Alabama, Dauphin Island is accessible by way of a 3.2 mile bridge that connects the 14 mile long island to the mainland.

Visitors may also travel to the Island on the Mobile Bay auto passenger ferry giving access to and from Ft. Morgan and Gulf Shores. Dauphin Island offers an inviting menu of outdoor recreational activities, uncrowded sandy white beaches, but is probably best known for the world class fishing.  Holiday Isle offers the perfect blend of relaxed charm and lavish amenities coupled with the casual, slow paced lifestyle of the Island.

Holiday Isle is a full concrete frame condominium with no exterior wood or metal walls in the building and no vinyl or EIFS skin.

The stucco is applied directly to concrete, this allows for the best exterior wall protection available against windstorm and water intrusion. The building is classified as a superior masonry non-combustible building.  What does this mean?  The superior construction of this property and attention to detail allows for the insurance premiums at Holiday Isle to be well below the average charged for condominium properties in the coastal area.

Property Highlights

  • 7 - story building with 144 units
  • Gated community
  • 665 feet of Gulf beachfront
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated indoor pool
  • Hot tub, sauna, and steam rooms
  • Fitness center featuring PRECOR equipment
  • Clubroom with full size kitchen and 42″ flat screen TV
  • Tennis court
  • Parking garage
  • Outdoor grill area

AMENITIES (Individual Units)

  • 9-foot ceilings
  • Recessed lighting
  • Extensive crown molding throughout
  • Stainless kitchen appliances
  • Full size washer and dryer
  • Whirlpool tub and separate shower in master bath
  • Granite countertops with under mount sinks
  • Dehumidifiers
  • Floor to ceiling glass to maximize beach and Gulf views
  • Pre-wired for high speed internet,cable TV
  • Storm Shutters

Two bedroom two bath unit is aproximately 1202 sq. ft. and is listed for sale at $255,000.
Three bedroom two bath unit is aproximately 1463 sq. ft. and is listed for sale at $310,000.

*prices are subject to change due to availability*

For more information contact:
Tammy Harrison
tammyharrison@gulfshoreslife.com
www.gulfshoreslife.com/tammyharrison
251-978-3172 Cell
251-928-9890 Office
251-217-9266 Fax

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Gulf Shores, Alabama. Beach.
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Oceania Penthouse in Gulf Shores, Alabama features some truly awesome features.

Oceania Penthouse P14 was featured on the cover of the Spring 2008 Condo Owner Magazine.  Yesterday we had the opportunity to tour the property and it was truly awesome.  We could see huge fish and schools of stingrays swimming along the beachfront as we soaked up the visuals of the gulf front condo.  Additionally, the view of the lagoon to the North also gave us a soothing experience.

The living room area of the condo faces the sugar white sands of the Gulf Shores beach.  This living area is two stories with walls of windows.  We arrived about 1:00 PM and as the sun moved to the West a bit of glare was neutralized with the push of a button as sheer blinds lowered themselves leaving a view of the beach and a muted lighting effect in the living area.

We were really blown away though by the home theatre!  This theatre seats 16.  The thought occured to us that this would make a great recording studio for musicians and songwriters that need to get to a laid back environment to find their creativity.

Another interesting element of the Oceania Penthouse is just how “Wired” it is.  Almost everything in the unit can be operated off site via the internet.  We won’t delve into all the details as it was really too much to soak up, but for those that are into electronic gadgets there is a huge network room that connects all of these gadgets together.

Check out the Oceania Condominiums in Gulf Shores and Oceania Penthouse PH14

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Mustique Makes Waves on West Beach in Gulf Shores!

Mustique Condos in Gulf Shores, Alabama

Mustique Condos in Gulf Shores, Alabama

The views at Mustique exceed all expectations, with a combination of gulf and lagoon views.  The panoramic gulf view is the focal point of the units whether you find yourself on the spacious balcony, in the kitchen, living room, dining area or master bedroom.  There is even a gulf view from the whirlpool tub in the master bathroom.  On the lagoon side you will find an additional balcony with views that stretch as far as the eye can see.  To top it all, there is a even a tremendous lagoon view from the kitchen sink!

The spectacular views are matched by the uncompromising square footage and functional interior design of this development.  If 2500 square feet doesn’t make enough of statement, then perhaps the openness of the kitchen and space provided to live, play and entertain will do the trick.  The middle bedroom would make a fantastic media room or playroom for the kids and the granite center island in the kitchen adds a sophisticated divide from the main living area.  If having a private full bathroom for each bedroom is important to you, then Mustique has got you covered there as well.
Most notable exterior amenities include large pool and sun deck, fishing pier on the lagoon, and deeded gulf beach access.  Mustique has just two units per floor to total 38 units and was developed in 2007.  There are currently only a handful of units available for sale, all of which are under 500K.
If a high caliber view and a great value per square foot rank at the top of your search criteria, then Mustique will deliver and then some!
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Bel Sole Condominiums

Bel Sole Condos in Gulf Shores Alabama

Bel Sole Condos in Gulf Shores Alabama

Find a More Relaxed Gulf Shores at Bel Sole

The secret has long been out about the powder white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores and the seasonal hustle of tourist traffic has become  a normal routine in the heart of this cozy little beach town.  Yet, an escape from the traffic awaits just a short ride down West Beach Blvd.  You will leave the high rise cluttered beach in your rear view mirror and come upon a more traditional sandy landscape of stilted beach houses and rolling dunes.

Bel Sole is the ultimate in low density condo living on West Beach with only 3 units per floor that total 49 luxury residences with awe inspiring views of the Gulf of Mexico, Little Lagoon and Mobile and Oyster Bays.  Large covered terraces and 30’ glass windows at either end of the corner units, provide panoramic sunset views to the west and the sparkle of city lights to the east.  The private marina and deeded beach access, give Bel Sole residents direct access to a day of water sports or sandcastles and surf.

Bel Sole Condos in Gulf Shores, AL

Bel Sole Condos in Gulf Shores, AL

In addition to floor to ceiling glass and spacious terraces, Bel Sole units offer 9-10’ ceilings, 24’ open living room space, granite kitchen countertops with breakfast bar, stainless KitchenAid appliances, 18” tile floors, finished wood cabinets and frameless master shower enclosures.  Building features include solid concrete construction, indoor pool with lagoon view, and outdoor pool with expansive sun deck.

If you are looking for a luxurious vacation spot or second home off the beaten path, with inland and gulf waters at your finger tips, then Bel Sole will not disappoint!

Search for Bel Sole Condos in Gulf Shores

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Make Every Day a Holiday

See Holiday Isle!

Dauphin Island, Alabama

Holiday Isle Condos on Dauphin Island, AL

Holiday Isle Condos on Dauphin Island, AL

Experience sandy white beaches without the crowds, world-class fishing, and delectable seafood on Dauphin Island. Holiday Isle was built for those who like to truly relax on vacation or during retirement. Life here is casual and the lifestyle is slow paced.

Dauphin Island is the only barrier island on Alabama’s Gulf Coast! It has easy access by car just south from Mobile or take the ferry over from Fort Morgan Road in Gulf Shores for a more adventurous journey.

Holiday Isle is a luxury seven-story building with 144 beach homes right on the Gulf.  This gated community offers 665 feet of Gulf beachfront on which to romp and play!  Amenities include an outdoor pool, a heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room and tennis court.  The fitness center features PRECOR equipment.  There is a clubroom for owners and guests with full size kitchen and 42” flat screen TV as well as an outdoor grill area to cook up those Holiday meals!

The superior construction of this full concrete frame condominium and the attention to detail allows for insurance premiums well below the average charged for condominium properties in the Gulf Coast area.  The ample parking garage provides parking for 3 ½ spaces per condo.

Current pricing here is unbelievable!  A two bedroom/two bath unit with 1,202 sf can be bought for $299,000.  This is under $250 per sf!  A three bedroom/two bath unit with 1,463 sf is selling for $369,000.  It is a buyer’s market!  Let’s go to Holiday Isle!

For more information contact:

LaSha Powell
Keller Williams Alabama Gulf Coast
E-mail

www.gulfshoreslife.com/lashapowell

251-458-9644 Cell
251-928-9890 Office
251-217-9266 Fax

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My Baldwin County Real Estate Website

I have been neglecting working on my website featuring Baldwin County Real Estate lately.

We take great pride in the ease of search on the site and I am auditing the site trying to determine what is right and what could be better. So, I have been looking around trying to figure out what needs attention.  It is apparent that we get plenty of visitors for Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan Homes and Condos, but it is puzzling why we don’t get many visitors to a few of the primary pages of the site.  I am pretty sure the reason is that people want to see properties and not to read all about real estate. None the less, here are the pages that are neglected, perhaps you can tell me why:

Perhaps the Baldwin County Alabama Real Estate page is a bit generic and visitors are more in tune with what they are looking for in regards to cities and not the County.  As for the Buying and Selling pages, I would guess that since they don’t have any specific information on properties that are on the market, they simply are not interesting for visitors.  However, the Listings page is quite nice and features the current listings of our team members.  The local information page is also quite useful in that there is a multitude of links to helpful sites in the area that would be helpful to anyone interested in the area.

Take a look and let me know how I might make those pages more rewarding for our visitors!

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Bella Luna, Orange Beach, AL:  It’s All About the View

Bella Luna Condos, Orange Beach, AL

Bella Luna Condos, Orange Beach, AL

If you are interested in owning a luxury condo on Alabama’s Gulf Coast and breathtaking views are a top priority, then your new address awaits at Bella Luna.  I recently had the pleasure of touring the developers personal penthouse at Bella Luna and was immediately in awe at the panoramic landscape of coastline.  The building itself is a contemporary masterpiece of architecture set on the edge of Ole River in Orange Beach, AL.

At Bella Luna it is truly all about the view, which appears to be the sole function in the developers design.  Glass panels that stretch from floor to ceiling greet owners at every turn.  The transparent construction at Bella Luna allows for a captivating backdrop of emerald water and white sand from each upscale residence, to the elevator ride to the pool, or from the treadmills in the fitness center.
The view from the developer’s penthouse left me speechless, as I gazed out over the most pristine real estate in all of Alabama.  I leaned against the balcony rail and absorbed the visual journey of shoreline along the Gulf of Mexico, the calm waters of Ole River, the upscale homes decorating the sandy hills of Ono Island, and the back bays of Orange Beach and Perdido Key.
Bella Luna, Orange Beach, Alabama

Bella Luna, Orange Beach, Alabama

In addition to a world class design, Bella Luna offers its owners a more complete experience with deeded gulf beach access and on-site marina with boat slips available for sale.  Avid fisherman are just minutes from the open gulf waters from the dock at Bella Luna.  If playing in the surf and building sand castles with the kids is a favorite pastime, the beach awaits a short distance from the gates of the complex.

Additional amenities include 3 outdoor pools, 1 indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna, private owners club, movie theatre, dog walk, private security and gated access.  Condo prices at Bella Luna range from 470K to over 1 million.
For more information contact Jason Will:

Jason Will
jasonwill@gulfshoreslife.com
www.gulfshoreslife.com/jasonwill

251-583-9728 Cell
251-928-9890 Office
251-990-4898 Fax

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Colony at the Grand: The Grand Hotel Experience Evolves Into a Luxury Lifestyle

Colony at the Grand, Fairhope, AL

Colony at the Grand, Fairhope, AL

If you have never been to The Grand Hotel, then perhaps you have yet to discover the charming village of Fairhope, Alabama on the eastern banks of Mobile Bay.   Once visitors make that right onto Scenic Hwy 98 toward downtown, they realize they have landed in the epitome of small town America.    Boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, parks and restaurants line the immaculate landscape of fluorescent blooms, sprawling 200 oak trees and picturesque sunsets over the bay.

Continue down Hwy 98, along the shoreline, and you will come to The Grand Hotel Resort, Golf Club and Spa in Pt. Clear, AL.  The resort offers fine dining to include the most magnificent Sunday brunch in the south, 36 holes of championship golf, 20,000 square foot full service spa, pools, tennis courts, nature trails, sandy beach, water sports, boardwalk and yacht basin.

colony-at-the-grand7-300x224 Colony at the Grand in Fairhope, AlabamaThe grounds of the resort with its 200 year old oaks, dogwoods, and magnolia trees, make it truly a majestic destination.

Colony at the Grand

Colony at the Grand

The creation of The Colony at the Grand allows its residents to transform a stay at the fabulous resort into a lifestyle.  The luxurious bay view condos feature 2, 3 and 4 bedroom residences overlooking Sweetwater Lake, custom millwork, travertine floors, custom cabinetry, oil-rubbed hardware and walk-in showers.  There is rooftop terrace with two gas fire-pits, a full service kitchen and restrooms.  From the terrace, residents can get acquainted over a bottle of wine with a panoramic view from the Gulf of Mexico to downtown Mobile.

Luxury residences are currently available for sale, with prices ranging from the 300’s to the 700’s.

Search for Colony at the Grand Condos.

For more information contact:

Jason Will
jasonwill@gulfshoreslife.com
www.gulfshoreslife.com/jasonwill

251-583-9728 Cell
251-928-9890 Office
251-990-4898 Fax

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Seawind Condominiums in Gulf Shores are an excellent choice for condo buyers
and vacationers.

The Seawind condos are only a few blocks east of where Highway 59 deadends into Gulf Beach Boulevard in Gulf Shores.  This is the perfect location for an easy walk to the National Shrimp Festival, downtown shopping and of course the forever-popular dining destination spot, Sea-N-Suds, right next door!  This year is the 38thannual National Shrimp Festival and will be held October 8 - 11, 2009.  Come on down!

The fitness club located in the clubhouse amenities building is the best on the coast offering a wide range of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, elliptical crosstrainers and free weights all with a full view of the gulf. After your workout you can enjoy the sauna or gulf-front hot tub.  The indoor/outdoor heated pool allows swimmers to enjoy spectacular vistas of the gulf in any weather.

Seawind has twenty floors of livable yet sophisticated units with gourmet kitchens, comfortable bedrooms, elegant living and dining areas with quality craftsmanship and superb finishes throughout.  These units are very strong
on the rental programs making them excellent investments with today’s bargain pricing!  Now is the time to buy!

See all of the current Seawind Condo Listings here!

For more information contact LaSha Powell:

LaSha Powell
lashapowell@gulfshoreslife.com

www.gulfshoreslife.com/lashapowell

251-458-9644 Cell
251-928-9890 Office
251-217-9266 Fax

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