But don't let the talk of money spoil your appreciation for Seaside. The genius of Seaside is how the architects' code guaranteed harmonic quality in design yet still allowed variety. Yes, cottages must have picket fences and porches so as to foster neighborly chats. But the architectural themes range from Victorian, Gothic, ante-bellum to postmodern. Best of all, this community is nestled within only 80 acres so that walking and biking are commonplace.
All residences are within a quarter-mile radius of both the central square and beach pavilions.
And the beach is a beauty. Sparkling white, expansive, litter-free, the beaches in this section of Florida are as fine as I've ever encountered. Truly, they are a tourist attraction in their own right. And the water is a delight. Last year in late March, the Gulf water temp was a tepid 67 degrees on a lovely moonlit night.