{"id":4696,"date":"2015-11-03T08:16:54","date_gmt":"2015-11-03T14:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=4696"},"modified":"2024-12-30T11:50:02","modified_gmt":"2024-12-30T18:50:02","slug":"day-in-the-life-moving-to-ponte-vedra-beach-fl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/day-in-the-life-moving-to-ponte-vedra-beach-fl\/","title":{"rendered":"Day in the Life: Moving to Ponte Vedra Beach, FL"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you long for balmy breezes and the sound of rustling palm fronds is music to your ears, you may want to consider buying a new home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The sun, sand and surf are a way of life in this charming coastal community, located in sought-after St. Johns County, approximately 18 miles southeast of downtown Jacksonville and 26 miles north of St. Augustine.<\/p>\n<p>But before you contact the movers, it\u2019s a good idea to spend some time in this tropical paradise, soaking up the sights and getting a glimpse of what life is like as a Ponte Vedra Beach homeowner. Here\u2019s what your typical Saturday might look like.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7:00 A.M. BREAKFAST BY THE BEACH<\/strong><br \/>\nEnjoy a savory shrimp and crab omelet, eggs on the \u2018bayou\u2019 or pecan pancakes at the popular <a href=\"http:\/\/www.beachdiner.com\/ponte-vedra-beach\/#view_menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beach Diner<\/a>. Outdoor seating is highly recommended! Afterward, head over to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.scenica1a.org\/micklers-landing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mickler\u2019s Landing<\/a>, Ponte Vedra\u2019s first public beach and a favorite among locals. Collect seashells and shark teeth as you stroll along the sandy shore and watch the tide roll in. It\u2019s Florida living at its finest!<\/p>\n<p><strong>11:00 A.M. RETAIL THERAPY<\/strong><br \/>\nPonte Vedra Beach and its surrounding cities are home to many unique boutiques and shops as well as those larger retailers you simply can\u2019t live without. Pop on over to nearby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.simon.com\/mall\/st-johns-town-center\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St. Johns Town Center<\/a> for a little window shopping under the famed Florida sun. This exquisite open air mall offers over 150 retail shops and restaurants, ranging from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anntaylor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ann Taylor<\/a> and the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.apple.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apple Store<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jalexanders.com\/florida\/jacksonville\/10296-bistro-dr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">J. Alexander\u2019s<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.williams-sonoma.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Williams-Sonoma<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.westelm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Elm<\/a>. Before you leave, grab a quick lunch at <a href=\"http:\/\/zoeskitchen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zo\u00ebs Kitchen<\/a>, which specializes in simple, fresh and fast flavors from the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2:00 P.M. TEE TIME!<\/strong><br \/>\nEnjoy an early afternoon round of golf at one of the two impeccably maintained championship courses at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tpc.com\/sawgrass-about-tpc-sawgrass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TPC Sawgrass<\/a>. Ranked the top course in Florida and ninth in the nation by Golfweek Magazine, TPC Sawgrass is one of just 34 golf courses in the world to exceed PGA standards. Get to know other members of your foursome while perfecting your putt and admiring your stunning surroundings. Talk about the good life!<\/p>\n<p><strong>7:00 P.M. DINE IN STYLE<\/strong><br \/>\nEnd your day in Ponte Vedre Beach in luxury at the <a href=\"https:\/\/restaurantmedure.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Restaurant Medure<\/a>. This upscale establishment invites guests to \u201cexperience a wide range of flavors from around the world.\u201d Begin with lavish appetizers, like ahi tuna tartare on a bed of seaweed salad or a selection of caviars and delight in entr\u00e9es such as local fish franchaise, dry aged ribeye with prosciutto-wrapped haricots verts or Long Island duck breast. In addition, a four-course chef\u2019s tasting menu is offered nightly. And don\u2019t even get us started on the savory sides and decadent desserts!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Ready to make your move?<\/strong><\/em> Explore our two exceptional Ponte Vedra Beach communities today!<br \/>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/florida\/jacksonville-new-homes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Palms<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Luxury homes from the upper $600s<br \/>\n<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/florida\/jacksonville-new-homes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sanctuary Estates<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Inspired floor plans from the mid $500s<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you long for balmy breezes and the sound of rustling palm fronds is music to your ears, you may want to consider buying a new home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. 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