Baldwin County, Alabama, is welcoming a surge of exciting changes, from new business ventures to real estate expansions. Here’s a look at some of the latest developments shaping the coastal region.
Big Beach Brewing welcomes new owners
Big Beach Brewing, a beloved Gulf Shores landmark since 2016, has officially changed hands. Gulf Coast Media reported that Kevin and Domini Corcoran, along with their longtime friends Doug and Tammy Warren, purchased the brewery from founders Jim and Julie Shamburger. The Corcorans, well-known in the local business community through Kevin’s ownership of Re/Max of Gulf Shores, plan to continue the brewery’s tradition of crafting a rotating selection of fresh, locally inspired beers while bringing new energy to the brand.
Margaritaville Resort set to transform The Wharf
Big changes are coming to Orange Beach as Margaritaville Hotels and Resorts announced plans for a new Margaritaville Resort at The Wharf. According to the Margaritaville blog, the waterfront resort will include signature Margaritaville bars and eateries, entertainment venues, a resort pool, single-family resort cottages, waterfront condominium units, and hotel-style accommodations. Construction is expected to begin in summer 2025, with a phased opening scheduled to start in 2027 and full completion anticipated by 2029.
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Escapology brings new adventure to Spanish Fort
Adventure seekers will soon have a new destination to explore. Escapology, a premier Orlando-based escape room franchise, is expanding to Spanish Fort. The company has leased 3,997 square feet of space at the Eastern Shore Centre off Alabama 181. Known for its highly immersive, family-friendly experiences, Escapology’s arrival is expected to add a fresh entertainment option for Baldwin County residents and visitors alike.
Real estate developments boost growth across Baldwin County
In other developments, AL.com reported that an out-of-state developer purchased seven acres near the intersection of Baldwin County 64 and Pollard Road in Daphne for $1.2 million. Meanwhile, a former country grocery store built in the early 1950s at 5566 4th Street in Satsuma sold for $90,000, with plans for the building to be converted into a dog grooming business. Additionally, a new 98-lot subdivision, Wellsbury, is planned south of Baldwin County 32 and west of Alabama 181 near the Fairhope and Marlow areas, with the first phase set to include 50 lots.
Sherri Blevins is a writer for Mountain Valley News and a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
