Pelican Porch
Beach Comber
We own a second home in Seagrove and thinking of relocating there with my 8 year old son. What is the school situation like, any jobs and not sure of the sense of real community. Do we have alot of full timers?
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Relocating from Atlanta
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sunspotbaby
SoWal Insider
I think you'll find that this is small town here.
Kurt
Admin
You should have jobs before you move here, unless you have plenty in the bank and low expenses. The schools are good. The community is small, too small for some who relocate from the city, The beach life is not for everyone, even if the dream is. Many people (many from Atlanta) have moved here and ended up leaving for lack of opportunity or beacuase they missed the city lifestyle they were used to.
Miss Critter
Beach Fanatic
GatorGal
Beach Comber
Would you guys mind sharing some of the in's/out's of everyday beach life? Perhaps some things folks do not typically consider.
olive
Beach Fanatic
It can be difficult on 30A if you are used to the conveniences a city offers. It is getting better but can still be tough. For example, running errands suring your lunch break, doctors appointments, getting you car serviced, etc. You will usually have to go to Destin, FWB, or PCB for stuff like that.
tsutcli
Beach Fanatic
I know it probably would be hard to believe but after a while the beach loses it's allure. Don't care if I ever go there after 8 yrs here and we live on the beach. Rarely even look out the windows at the gulf. What am I doing here? My wife is a beach nut having grown up on the Jersey Shore. So be sure it is what you really want and not something that you ahve romanticized.
TheSheep
Beach Fanatic
One must be wary of the sun, it burns. Sand beneath your hooves can be grating. When was the last hurricane in Atlanta? There is Gone With The Wind if you get my/in the drift. 
Crabs.
There is more fish to eat and fish to eat you though the latter is very rare or well done. :shock:
If you prefer jelly to jellyfish, return to then thar hills.
Crabs.
Crabs.
There is more fish to eat and fish to eat you though the latter is very rare or well done. :shock:
If you prefer jelly to jellyfish, return to then thar hills.
Crabs.
DuneLaker
Beach Fanatic
I've noticed that with some of the hurricanes, more damage and more deaths and injuries occured in Atlanta due to flooding and tornadoes than occurred on the coast. Just check the elevation and building quality where you decide to buy or rent. Everyplace has its ups and downs. Decide what makes you most happy and go for it. Many find that happy spot here in SoWal.