In 1925, a visionary by the name of Colonel Guy H. Wyman, a retired U.S. Army engineer, founded the Navarre area. Originally from DeFuniak Springs, and a frequent visitor to this area, Colonel Wyman and his wife had seen some of the world's natural wonders, and decided to settle in this one. Navarre was named for Mrs. Wyman's favorite picturesque province in northern Spain. The area was quite unpopulated at the time, which changed in the early 1960s with the building of the Navarre Beach Bridge. This connection afforded everyone the opportunity to experience and enjoy the pristine Gulf Coast beaches and warm emerald waters of Santa Rosa Island. Subsequently, tourism was born in the area, resulting in an abundance of comfortable, attractive, and affordable accommodations and eateries on Navarre Beach. Remaining consistent with Colonel Wyman’s dream, conservation was not forgotten, and miles of National Seashore exist today in the same pure and unspoiled state they have been for centuries. In recent years, Navarre has continued to flourish. Nestled snuggly in the Northwestern Florida Panhandle, along the peaceful beaches, Navarre boasts wonderful schools, successful businesses, and a climate that is warm and welcoming.
(Navarre history provided by the Navarre Beach Chamber of Commerce)

With a desire to preserve the ambience of nature’s sanctuary, the same atmosphere that was once enjoyed by Colonel Wyman, Olson & Associates of Northwest Florida created the framework for SoundSide Moorings. A comfortable, upscale haven where homeowners can enjoy life to its fullest, became the aspiration of this firm. Olson & Associates has a significant history of developing quality communities, and is pleased to add SoundSide Moorings to their impressive portfolio.