Named for its clear emerald waters, the Emerald Coast stretches for about 100 miles along the Gulf of Mexico. With powdery soft white sands, spectacular sunsets, fresh seafood, and a wide range of things to do, it’s an enchanting destination in Florida for a laid-back getaway. While you’ll find plenty of hotels for your overnights, you might want to consider one of these vacation rentals instead, allowing you to enjoy all the comforts of home and the many delights of the area.
4 Bedrooms with Rooftop Pool - Pensacola Beach
This unique and majestic home looks as if its parents were a Mexican casita and a Tuscan villa. Just 100 yards from the beach, the third floor even has glass walls that open up to a pool with a fountain, bar, and upscale outdoor furnishings where you can enjoy a jaw-dropping view of the gulf. From here, climb the spiral steps to a rooftop deck for more expansive views that stretch for miles in every direction. Ideal for large groups and entertaining, the kitchen is impressive too, and the open-plan space that also includes the living room, dining room, and bar area opens up to the pool and decks. Plus you’ll be within walking distance not only to the sand but shopping, dining, mini-golf, and much more.
Beautiful Home, Great Amenities and Location - Destin
It’s not easy to find a place for a large group, but this 3,232-square-foot home can accommodate as many as 22 guests in seven bedrooms. You’ll have your own private saltwater pool and a grill for cookouts, a full kitchen, multiple TVs (including one in every bedroom), and a washer/dryer. From the large deck, sip your morning coffee while watching colorful sunrises. Located in the quiet Crystal Beach neighborhood, the sand is just one-and-a-half blocks away.
Carriage House by the Beach - Destin
This carriage house is a studio space for two that’s just a block from one of Florida’s most beautiful beaches and within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and nightlife. It comes with beach chairs and an umbrella while featuring all the essentials and then some, including a shared pool. There’s a deck furnished for dining outdoors, a full kitchen, and a living room with a large TV and comfy couch to sink into at the end of the day.
Beautiful Home With Private Pool & Private Beach, Away From the Crowds - Seacrest
This gorgeous four-bedroom home for up to 11 guests is located in a secluded gated community neighboring WaterSound. If you’re looking for lots of privacy, you’ll find it here, including a private swimming pool and access to a private white sand beach. The waves are so close you can let them lull you to sleep each night, and you’ll have all the essentials too. Just a few of the highlights include Smart TVs for streaming, a well-appointed kitchen, a propane grill, and a traditional charcoal grill. Your pet is welcome here too.
Gulf Front Emerald Isle Condo - Pensacola Beach
Enjoy elegant views from the 11th-floor and 300 feet of beachfront, while being within walking distance to many Pensacola Beach amenities, including The Boardwalk, fishing pier, restaurants, and boutiques. You’ll have jaw-dropping views of the gulf and Santa Rosa Sound along with access to two swimming pools, a hot tub, and a sauna. Inside features include a furnished beachfront balcony, Smart TVs, a full kitchen, and a washer/dryer.
Sleek & Sexy @ Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort - Miramar Beach
Located at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, this beachfront condo sits on the sixth floor, providing a studio-sized space for two with postcard-perfect sea views. The luxurious interior includes a full kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, Italian floor tiles, fine art and designer furnishings, a 50″ Smart TV with Roku, a washer/dryer, and an ultra-comfy king-size bed with a Cocoon Chill by Sealy firm mattress, among many other perks. Enjoy the resort amenities too, including golf, tennis, entertainment, a swimming pool, shops, and restaurants.
5-Star Direct Beach Access Condo - Panama City Beach
A studio condo for up to four guests, this unit is located at Majestic Beach Resort. Right along the beachfront, enjoy direct access to the sand along with the complex amenities which include multiple pools and hot tubs, a poolside grill and bar, movie theater, game room, tennis courts, and laundry facilities. It includes a well-stocked kitchen for making your own meals, free Wi-Fi, TV, and a Jacuzzi tub. Beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler, and beach toys are complimentary for guests too.
Pelican Beach 11th Floor on the Beach - Destin
You’ll enjoy unobstructed ocean views from this 11th-floor condo that accommodates as many as six. Hang out on the patio and watch the dolphins play in the morning then grab the beach chairs and umbrella to enjoy relaxing on the sand. When you return, you’ll want to get back to the patio to catch the incredible sunsets at the end of every day. Located at Pelican Beach Resort, you’ll have access to swimming pools, a tiki bar, sauna, steam room, and tennis courts too.
Gulf Front 2 Bedroom Condo with Community Pool - Pensacola Beach
This gulf-front condo is a standout among the many five-star rentals in Pensacola Beach. It’s a top corner unit so you’ll not only get a million-dollar view but plenty of privacy too. The balcony is a great spot to sip your morning coffee while watching the sunrise and end the day with sunset cocktails. It accommodates up to five guests in two bedrooms and includes all the comforts of home, even a washer and dryer, along with access to a sparkling pool.
Coastal Beachfront Condo with Private Balcony - Destin
From this two-bedroom condo on the sixth floor, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the gulf and access to a pristine white sandy beach with beach service and two beachfront pools. Enjoy your own private balcony, soak in the Jacuzzi tub in the master bedroom, and movie nights with a 65 flat-screen TV that includes a “Watch Instantly” on Netflix feature and a Blu-Ray player. Both of the bedrooms have their own flat-screen TVs too. Plus, you’ll be in the heart of Destin with easy access to shopping, dining, and sightseeing.
The Cedar Blue -Tiny House 1 Block From Ocean - Panama City Beach
The Cedar Blue offers a unique stay in a tiny house just a two-minute walk from the beach. It’s a cozy space for two and your four-legged friend is also welcome. It may be tiny but it’s well-designed to provide all the necessities, including a fully functional kitchen with a Keurig coffee machine, cable TV, and unlimited Wi-Fi. All that for a value price so you might want to spend a whole week or longer.
5-Bedroom Home with Private Pool – Destin
A 5-bedroom home for up to 14, this Vrbo rental is a dream. It has a private pool with a 6-foot privacy wall around the area, longers, a bar, hot tub, and a serene courtyard for alfresco dining. You’ll have a full modern kitchen, a spacious living area with a fireplace and flat-screen TV, and easy access to Club Destiny. Right across the street, it has an IMAX theater, tennis courts, and a fitness center.
Secluded Beach Spot Right Outside Your Door - Okaloosa Island
This studio would make for a great romantic couples’ stay or an ideal place for a small family, sleeping up to four with a king-size bed plus a sleeper sofa. As the name belies, you’ll have your own secluded spot on the beach just steps from your door. Enjoy a view of the dunes with access to the sea right on the other side. You’ll be close to many attractions, shops and oceanfront dining, while enjoying all the modern conveniences, including a fully equipped kitchen and a TV with all the popular streaming apps.
