Eastern Green Beach, officially known as Eastern Beach Green, represents one of nine parks in Rosemary Beach located on Scenic Highway 30A's south side in Walton County. The beach green provides wheelchair-accessible ramps ensuring inclusive Gulf access in this New Urbanist planned development. Rosemary Beach developed as a sophisticated seaside community emphasizing architectural standards, walkability, and extensive greenspaces creating distinctive 30A character. The Eastern Green sits beachside near the Coquina Pool, offering rare locations steps from Gulf shores. The area serves multiple functions—daily beach access for residents and visitors, wedding venue where couples wed surrounded by coastal beauty, and community gathering space embodying Rosemary Beach's commitment to shared public areas. The development's nine parks system creates interconnected greenspaces throughout the community, with Eastern Beach Green occupying a prime position directly accessing emerald-green Gulf waters and sugar-white quartz sand beaches. The planning emphasized preserving natural beach environments while creating accessible, beautifully designed spaces reflecting New Urbanism principles where architecture, landscape, and community life integrate seamlessly. The Eastern Green exemplifies Rosemary Beach's success in creating planned coastal development maintaining high aesthetic standards, environmental sensitivity, and genuine public accessibility in one of 30A's most acclaimed communities.
Eastern Green Beach offers pristine Gulf of Mexico access with Rosemary Beach's characteristic sugar-white quartz sand and emerald waters. The wheelchair-accessible ramps ensure inclusive beach experiences for visitors of all mobility levels. The Coquina Pool nearby provides alternative aquatic recreation just steps from Gulf shores. The beach green hosts weddings and special events capitalizing on stunning Gulf backdrops and manicured greenspace settings. Swimming in gentle Gulf waves, sunbathing on white sand, paddleboarding, and beachcombing remain popular activities. The location within Rosemary Beach provides access to the community's extensive amenities—boutique shopping, galleries, restaurants, and architectural tours showcasing award-winning New Urbanist design. The Timpoochee Trail along 30A enables cycling to neighboring communities including Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach. The beach green's integration into Rosemary Beach's walkable community means visitors access dining, shopping, and accommodations within short walks from beach areas. The park embodies the community's philosophy creating beautiful, functional public spaces enhancing quality of life while maintaining environmental responsibility. The combination of pristine beach access, thoughtful design, and integration into a vibrant planned community creates exceptional coastal experiences where natural beauty and human-scale development coexist successfully.
Dining near Eastern Green Beach features Rosemary Beach's acclaimed restaurant scene along 30A. Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar offers casual fine dining with extensive seafood menus featuring fresh, sustainably sourced options and stunning Gulf of Mexico views from the rooftop. Edward's Fine Food & Wine serves award-winning seafood, steak, and wine with professional service operating first-come, first-served without reservations. Gallion's Restaurant presents approachable upscale dining in Barrett Square with sophisticated small plates and coastal favorites anchoring menus, praised for impeccable service and exceptional food. Paradis serves dinner featuring fresh seasonal ingredients celebrating local produce, fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks, and fine wines. Ambrosia 30A represents 30A's iconic location for freshest Gulf-to-table seafood and luxurious prime and wagyu steaks. Cuvee 30A, led by renowned Chef Tim Creehan, combines casual fine dining with fresh, locally sourced ingredients earning awards and recognition. The concentration of high-quality restaurants reflects Rosemary Beach and 30A's evolution as culinary destinations, with many establishments operating without reservations creating potential wait times balanced by exceptional food quality and sophisticated coastal atmospheres characteristic of Florida's Emerald Coast dining culture.
