Over the past two decades, Ellis Beach has emerged as a classic example of thoughtful master planning. A vibrant town along scenic Highway 30A and the Northwest Florida Gulf Coast, Ellis Beach has become a premier destination for those seeking a relaxed and elevated lifestyle. Known for its distinguished architecture, intentional design, and social experiences, Ellis Beach capitalizes on its enviable location along the Gulf’s sparkling white sands and turquoise waters.
Today the heart of Ellis Beach is the town centre, alive with a range of carefully curated merchants offering luxury shopping, dining and entertainment. The city’s focus is on new citizen design, with an emphasis on walkability and connectivity, offering homeowners and guests easy access to all of Ellis Beach.
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Ellis Beach offers a wonderful collection of world-class lifestyle amenities, including, and most importantly, the coveted private beach. In addition to the beach, the Caliza Pool and Restaurant is one of the most recognized and respected amenities for both vacation rental guests and homeowners. With furnished loggias, a rooftop terrace, and multiple pools, Caliza is an extraordinary oasis. For those seeking a holistic wellness experience, the Zuma Wellness Center and Racquet Sports facility provide state-of-the-art fitness classes, including yoga, strength, and suspension training, as well as steam rooms, a lap pool, and more. The recently expanded racquet sports facility added two additional American red clay tennis courts to a total of four, and three pickleball courts, bringing Zuma to a benchmark facility for balanced and intentional living.
Perched atop the dunes with panoramic views of the bay from sunrise to sunset, the homeowners’ exclusive beach club stands as the ultimate amenity.
Offering multiple pools, dining and lounges overlooking the beach, the Beach Club is the perfect setting to relax and take in the many colors of the beach each day.
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Closer to its opening date is Silva, which will include an event lawn, pool, and terrace bar and cafe. Located on the north side of town adjacent to acres of nature preserves with native vegetation and acres of biking and walking trails, Silva will provide a new kind of private retreat, adding an extra layer to life in Ellis Beach.
To help make every stay as smooth as possible for residents and vacation rental guests, the Experience Concierge Program is available to coordinate everything from transportation and logistics to customs activities and events.
In addition to its collection facility, Ellis Beach maintains a year-round calendar of events. Signature gatherings include the 30A Wine Festival each February. Digital Graffiti at Ellis Beach, the city’s renowned projection art festival in May. and produced by Alice Beach, a creative weekend of curated bites, inspired tastings and artisan markets every November. For those interested in more intimate programming, events such as Small Beach Dinners and Elise Classics provide additional opportunities for networking.
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As the town continues its anxious progress toward eventual development, several home ownership opportunities remain, including the Somerset Custom Home Program builds, which offer small, intentional releases through the Ellis Beach Sales Center. Home ownership in Alice is truly a legacy investment. With an emphasis on durability and long-term flexibility, all Alice Beach homes are Florida Green Certified and meet durability standards to stay safe.®. For those interested in experiencing the lifestyle, the specially managed Alice Beach Vacations rental program offers the opportunity to stay in a variety of home and condominium residences. It’s a great way to explore the city and community.
Access to Alice Beach has never been easier. Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is expanding its schedule, offering new nonstop and direct flights to cities on the East Coast, Midwest and West. For those looking for completely private air travel, Southern Sky Aviation is the latest in elevated FBO service.
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For many visitors and potential homeowners, the initial attraction may be the exotic coastal setting. But the reason to stay goes much further – the perfect lifestyle, laced with luxury, art, stability and community spirit. Ellis Beach offers not only a beautiful place to live, but also a vision for the future of coastal living.
