Shut your eyes and envision a beach town nestled in a secluded spot on the Gulf of Mexico. You're surrounded by calm aquamarine waters and towering green trees. Its name- Inlet Beach-was monikered back in the 1920's when the McCaskill Investment Company of DeFuniak Springs debuted this perfect paradise that woos your heart and soul to the buying public.

Location: Looking for the last of South Walton's beach communities? Your quest is over once you come to Scenic Highway 30-A and Emerald Coast Parkway. Actually, Inlet Beach (its name is derived from Phillips Inlet) is the dividing line between Walton and Bay Counties.

Historical Highlights: While Inlet Beach is considered an established community today, it wasn't always like that. Once World War 11 ended, veterans took advantage of the Bureau of Land Development offering them first choice in a lottery. This, in turn, allowed veteran to build in the beach area. In fact, because of the building boom it was tagged "Soldier's Beach."

The Community: Modest inland homes. Multi-storied homes on the gulf side. Spacious lots north of Emerald Coast Parkway complete with a view of rolling hills. This is what Inlet Beach, a grounded neighborhood, is all about. And, art galleries and antique shops dotted along this coastline makes this beach town quaint with a capital "Q." It's a charming place you'll want to call home-and never want to leave it.