Boating Lifestyle • Orange Beach, Alabama • Ono Island Waterfront Living

Why Serious Boaters Are Paying Attention to Insetta Boats on the Gulf Coast

A Closer Look at One of the Most Underrated Offshore Boats Running Orange Beach Waters

Insetta Cataraman Fishing Boat Gulf Coast
Every now and then, I see a boat on the water that makes me pause for just a moment longer. Not because it is flashy, but because it is different. It moves differently. It sits differently. It carries itself with a quiet confidence that tells me there is something more going on beneath the surface.

That is exactly how I feel when I see an Insetta running through Orange Beach or just outside Perdido Pass.

“Some boats are built to be seen. Others are built to be understood. Insetta falls…

138 Views, 0 Comments


Boating Real Estate | Orange Beach | Gulf Shores

Gulf Coast Homes and Properties for Sale on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW)

Why ICW property stands out for boaters, what the waterway is, and the Gulf Coast neighborhoods and communities I believe buyers should keep on their radar.

 Intracoastal Waterway Orange Beach Homes For Sale

Focus ICW Homes & Boating Lifestyle Primary Markets Orange Beach & Gulf Shores Ideal For Boaters, anglers, second homeowners, investors “For many buyers, the ICW is not just a view. It is the difference between owning coastal real estate and truly living the boating lifestyle.”

When people search for Gulf Coast waterfront property, they often focus first on Gulf-front homes or canal-front lots. But one…

88 Views, 0 Comments

Waterfront Realty Options on Ono Island

Ono Island

When people begin exploring Ono Island real estate, one of the first things I like to explain is that not all waterfront property here feels the same. That is part of the beauty of the island. The waterfront realty options on Ono Island are varied, nuanced, and full of character. Some properties are ideal for buyers who want quick boating access and bigger-water views. Others are better suited to buyers who prefer calmer, more protected settings, a tucked-away feel, or a quieter expression of island living. In my opinion, that range is one of the reasons Ono Island continues to stand apart.

I am Meredith Folger Amon, and through SearchTheGulf.com, I spend a great deal of time…

90 Views, 0 Comments

Coastal Living | Market Perspective

Southern Living’s Top 20 Beach Getaways for 2026, and Why Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Continue to Shine

South's Best 20 Beaches Orange Beach and Gulf Shores Alabama

Southern Living’s latest ranking feels especially meaningful to me because so many of these places are part of my own story, from my South Carolina roots to the Gulf Coast lifestyle I love sharing today.

Article Focus Southern Living Beach Rankings Featured Market Gulf Shores / Orange Beach Written By Meredith Folger Amon “I was born in Hilton Head and spent my college years in Charleston, so seeing Gulf Shores and Orange Beach ranked among the South’s most loved beach destinations feels both personal and well deserved.”

I always enjoy seeing a…

171 Views, 0 Comments

Boating Lifestyle • Orange Beach, Alabama • Ono Island Waterfront Living

Why the Pursuit S 328 / S 358 Is One of My Favorite Boats for Orange Beach and Ono Island

A Closer Look at a Boat That Truly Matches the Gulf Coast Lifestyle

Pursuit Center Console Boat Orange Beach Alabama When I spend time along the water in Orange Beach or around Ono Island, there are certain boats I see again and again. And when I see a Pursuit running through Perdido Pass or cruising along the shoreline, I always take notice.

The Pursuit S 328 and S 358 are, in my opinion, two of the most well-balanced boats for this area. They are not just built for the water. They are built for this water. The Gulf, the Pass, the bays, and everything in between.

“This is the kind of boat that feels just…

120 Views, 0 Comments

Ono Island Real Estate • Orange Beach, Alabama • Utilities & Coastal Living

Is There Natural Gas on Ono Island?

What Buyers and Homeowners Should Know About Propane Tanks, Gas Stoves, Fireplaces, and Outdoor Kitchens

ono island One of the questions I hear quite a bit from buyers looking at Ono Island homes is whether natural gas is available. The short answer is no. Ono Island does not have natural gas service, so homes that want gas for cooking, fireplaces, tankless water heaters, generators, or outdoor living areas typically use propane instead. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} “In my experience, propane on Ono Island is not unusual at all. It is simply part of how many homes here are designed to function well.”

I actually…

41 Views, 0 Comments


Ono Island Real Estate • Orange Beach, Alabama • Waterfront Homes

CURRENT PROPERTY LISTINGS ON ONO ISLAND

What I’m Seeing Right Now in the Ono Island Market

Living on Ono Island When buyers ask me about Ono Island, I always tell them the same thing: this is not a one-size-fits-all market. Current property listings on Ono Island range from luxury waterfront homes and canal-front residences to interior homes and vacant lots, with fresh MLS updates continuing into late March 2026. I love that variety because it gives buyers more than one way to enjoy the island lifestyle.  “What makes Ono Island so compelling to me is that buyers can find very different kinds of waterfront living here, from grand big-water views to protected canal settings…

50 Views, 0 Comments


What Realtor Should You Use When Buying or Selling on Ono Island?




Ono Island Realtor Buying Selling Meredith Folger Amon What Realtor Should You Use When Buying or Selling on Ono Island? When someone asks me what Realtor they should use when buying or selling on Ono Island, my answer is simple: use someone who truly understands the island beyond the listing sheet. Ono Island is not a market I believe should be handled casually. It is a highly nuanced waterfront community where boating, bridge clearances, canal depth, lot orientation, flood considerations, architectural review, insurance conversations, and lifestyle fit all matter. In my opinion, that means the right Realtor is not just someone who can unlock a door and send a contract. It should be someone who…

67 Views, 0 Comments

What I Learned From a Recent Go Pest Meeting About Termites on the Gulf Coast

By Meredith Folger Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida

I recently attended a meeting with Go Pest, a 68 Ventures company, and it was one of those conversations that stayed with me long after I left. Living and working along the Gulf Coast, I talk with homeowners all the time about insurance, maintenance, salt air, humidity, and storm preparation, but this meeting was a strong reminder that termites deserve to be right at the top of that list too. My biggest takeaway was simple: on the Gulf Coast, termite prevention is not optional, and assumptions can be expensive.

One of the most important things I learned is just how ideal our climate is for termite activity. The…

510 Views, 0 Comments

Real Estate Market Comparison

Orange Beach Alabama vs. Destin Florida Real Estate: Where I’d Buy in 2026

 

Orange Beach Alabama

When buyers ask me to compare Orange Beach and Destin, I always say the same thing: both are beautiful Gulf Coast markets, but they deliver two very different ownership experiences. The right choice depends on whether you care most about value, boating access, rental performance, taxes, or the overall pace of life.

If you are considering a condo, second home, waterfront property, or investment along the Gulf Coast, these two destinations tend to rise to the top quickly. Both are undeniably magnetic. Both offer sugar-white sand, luminous turquoise water, and strong tourism appeal. But from a real estate…

104 Views, 0 Comments