Perfect in Walton County Awards

Walton County Tourism recognized the winners of the 2026 Perfect Awards during a celebration at the WaterColor® LakeHouse. Now in its 12th year, the annual awards program invites residents and visitors to nominate and vote for their favorite tourism-related businesses, services and organizations.

"We love celebrating our local businesses, events and activities that have proven to be local and visitor favorites," said Matt Algarin, tourism director for Walton County. "The Perfect Awards allow us to highlight those in the community that help create meaningful and unforgettable experiences."

This year, more than 12,000 votes were cast across 30 categories to determine the best in dining, entertainment, shopping and more throughout Walton County. The 2026 Perfect Guide features the 91 winners, including first, second and third place in each category.

For more information about the Perfect in Walton County Awards program, please contact Industry Relations Specialist Lisa Foster at Lisa@WCFLTourism.com or (850) 333-2728.

Congratulations to the 2026 Perfect in Walton County Award Winners!

BEST BOUTIQUE VACATION RENTAL COMPANY (LESS THAN 50 UNITS)

DIAMOND (TIE): 30A Beach Stays and Grayt 30A Vacations, Inc.

PLATINUM: Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals

GOLD: Stay at 30A Vacation Rentals

BEST HOTEL/RESORT

DIAMOND: The Pearl

PLATINUM: WaterColor Inn and Resort

GOLD: Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

BEST RENTAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY (MORE THAN 50 UNITS)

DIAMOND: Oversee

PLATINUM: 30A Beach Girls

GOLD: Royal Destinations

BEST ART GALLERY/STUDIO

DIAMOND: Justin Gaffrey Gallery

PLATINUM: Ria Leigh Gallery

GOLD: Jonah Allen Gallery

BEST EVENT

DIAMOND: 30A Songwriters Festival

PLATINUM: Seeing Red Wine Festival

GOLD: 30A BBQ Festival

BEST GOLF COURSE

DIAMOND: Camp Creek Golf Club

PLATINUM: Eagle Springs Golf Course & Recreation Center

GOLD: Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club

BEST KIDS ATTRACTION

DIAMOND: Camp WaterColor

PLATINUM: The Village of Baytowne Wharf

GOLD: Wild Sea Turtle Wednesday with South Walton Turtle Watch

BEST NATURE LOCALE

DIAMOND: Grayton Beach State Park

PLATINUM: Eden Gardens State Park

GOLD: Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

BEST RETAILER

DIAMOND: Lola's on 30A

PLATINUM: The Seaside Style

GOLD: WaterColor Store

BEST SHOPPING AREA

DIAMOND: Grand Boulevard

PLATINUM: Seaside

GOLD: Silver Sands Premium Outlets

BEST TENNIS FACILITY

DIAMOND: WaterSound Club Tennis

PLATINUM: Seaside Tennis

GOLD: Rosemary Beach Racquet Club

BEST BREAKFAST

DIAMOND: The Donut Hole

PLATINUM: Crackings

GOLD: Cowgirl Kitchen

BEST CASUAL DINING

DIAMOND: Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar

PLATINUM: Los Rancheros

GOLD: Fish Out of Water

BEST COFFEE HOUSE

DIAMOND: Black Bear Bread Co.

PLATINUM: Beignets & Brew

GOLD: Amavida Coffee Roasters

BEST CRAFT BEER/SPIRITS SELECTION

DIAMOND: The Craft Bar

PLATINUM: Distillery 98

GOLD: Growler Garage 30A

BEST FINE DINING

DIAMOND: Café Thirty-A

PLATINUM: George's at Alys Beach

GOLD: Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood

BEST HAPPY HOUR

DIAMOND: The Great Southern Cafe

PLATINUM: Hurricane Oyster Bar & Grill

GOLD: Fish Out of Water

BEST LUNCH

DIAMOND: Cowgirl Kitchen

PLATINUM: South of Philly 30A

GOLD: Chanticleer Eatery

BEST PERSONAL CHEF/CATERING SERVICE

DIAMOND: Townsend Catering

PLATINUM: Blue Magnolia Catering

GOLD: Grayton Beach Catering and Events

BEST SWEET TREATS

DIAMOND: Pecan Jacks Ice Creamery & Candy Kitchen

PLATINUM: Caramel Cow

GOLD: Blue Mountain Beach Creamery

BEST WINE SELECTION

DIAMOND: Wine World/Wine Bar

PLATINUM: Gallion's Restaurant

GOLD: Driftwood Wine & Spirits

BEST BEACH/EVENT SERVICES PROVIDER

DIAMOND: Cabana Man

PLATINUM: 30A Blaze Beach Bonfires

GOLD: 30A Beach Boyz

BEST FISHING CHARTER

DIAMOND: Ranger Angler Fishing Charters

PLATINUM: Florida Boy Adventures

BEST LOCAL MUSICIAN/BAND

DIAMOND: Jared Herzog

PLATINUM: Dread Clampitt

GOLD: The Pickled Pickers

BEST OUTDOOR ACTIVITY COMPANY

DIAMOND: La Dolce Vita

PLATINUM: YOLO Board

GOLD: 30A Blaze Beach Bonfires

BEST PHOTOGRAPHER

DIAMOND: Jonah Allen Gallery

PLATINUM: Lynn Crow Photography

GOLD: Pure7 Studios

BEST SPA/SALON

DIAMOND: Spa Pearl

PLATINUM: Serenity by the sea Spa

GOLD: Taylor by the Sea

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE

DIAMOND: North Beach Social

PLATINUM: The Red Bar

GOLD: Seaside Amphitheater

BEST MEETING/CONFERENCE SPACE

DIAMOND: Camp Creek Inn

PLATINUM: WaterColor LakeHouse

GOLD: Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

BEST WEDDING VENUE

DIAMOND: The Chapel at Seaside

PLATINUM: WaterColor LakeHouse

GOLD: Vue on 30A