30A Coastal Setting
Alys Beach is a master-planned beach town in Walton County, Florida, along Scenic Highway 30A. White masonry architecture, courtyards, and pedestrian lanes create a distinctive coastal village character.
Neighborhood Design
Blocks are organized around greens, pocket parks, and pedestrian passages, with shops and cafés integrated into residential streets. Streets prioritize walking and cycling over through-traffic.
Development and Vision
Conceived as a New Urbanist community, Alys Beach emphasizes timeless architecture, energy efficiency, and high-performance building standards that withstand coastal conditions.
Local Economy
Hospitality, dining, boutique retail, and property services form the economic core. Seasonal events and coastal recreation sustain small businesses year-round.
Culture and Events
Art festivals, outdoor concerts, and culinary gatherings animate plazas and greens. Public art and design programming highlight the town’s architectural ethos.
Beaches and Recreation
Boardwalks lead to the Gulf’s quartz-sand beaches for swimming and sunbathing, while nearby dune lakes and state parks offer paddling, hiking, and birding.
Location: 30.2841326, -86.030005