Nature meets seaside chic at this boutique property, the crown jewel of the area's latest—and largest—planned communities. Rooms are done in seashell tones with sea-blue comforters and accents; stylish armoires and desks look as natural and unfinished as driftwood. Dune-level bungalows have private courtyards with outdoor showers, whereas upper rooms have huge balconies and walk-in showers with...
Opened in 2002, this luxury resort sits on a rare coastal dune lake and offers guests white-sand beaches, even golfing. Read More
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Also appeared in the Gold List in 2010, 2009, 2008
Amenities: Beach, Golf, Pool, Spa, Tennis, Water sports