{"id":5550,"date":"2022-08-10T14:58:26","date_gmt":"2022-08-10T14:58:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/?p=5550"},"modified":"2022-08-10T14:58:26","modified_gmt":"2022-08-10T14:58:26","slug":"the-top-beach-towns-near-tampa-for-all-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/the-top-beach-towns-near-tampa-for-all-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top Beach Towns Near Tampa for All Travelers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5551 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-531136447-800x526.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-531136447-800x526.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-531136447-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-531136447-1536x1010.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-531136447-2048x1347.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5552 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1183487391-800x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1183487391-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1183487391-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1183487391-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1183487391.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for a laid-back vacation with low key beaches and towns? If you are looking for a beach bum type of experience, not far from the hustle and bustle, this is the list for you! Each of these Gulf Coast spots are only a few short hours away from Tampa, but feel like you have stepped into a hidden vacation getaway gem.<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Beach Towns Near Tampa Family Style<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>There are lots of family friendly places to go near Tampa with gorgeous beaches and a chill vibe.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5554 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1260587906-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.holmesbeachfl.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Holmes Beach<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This small city on Anna Maria Island is a perfect escape. The white sands and turquoise waters are unbeatable. Manatee Public Beach is a whopping 7 acres and has everything you would want for a day at the beach including volleyball, a small cafe and more.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5555 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_167235884116305643310.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_167235884116305643310.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_167235884116305643310-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5556 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_114264039616406594080.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_114264039616406594080.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_114264039616406594080-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/anna-maria-island-vacation-rentals\/holmes-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse Holmes Beach vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5558 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1133568086-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/annamariaisland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anna Maria<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Not far from Holmes Beach you will find Anna Maria. This is one of the island&#8217;s main beaches and what it was named after. Bean Point Beach is also located here and a bit more secluded. Bring a picnic lunch &#8211; you will want a full day to relax and explore these pristine beaches.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5559 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_84509095816014472340.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_84509095816014472340.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_84509095816014472340-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/anna-maria-island-vacation-rentals\/anna-maria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse Anna Maria vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5561 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1279240446-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofbonitasprings.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Bonita Springs<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Bonita Springs is well-known for being surrounded by state parks and nature reserves. Talk about off the beaten path! This special spot is also only about 2 hours from Tampa. The Barefoot Beach Preserve is one of the signature local spots you will want to visit. The picture above is a walkway to this beautiful untouched beach. You may even see a sea turtle! There are also some mainstream options available like mini golf, shopping and some yummy local restaurants.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5563 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_63671064516507289740.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_63671064516507289740.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_63671064516507289740-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5564 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_123969028016499083340.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_123969028016499083340.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_123969028016499083340-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/bonita-springs-vacation-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse Bonita Springs vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h1><strong>Calling all Nature Lovers &#8211; Best Beach Towns Near Tampa<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>If you are looking for something besides the beach, with more outdoor activity options, we have the perfect getaway spots for you! The Everglades, state parks and aquatic wildlife are unbeatable in these locations.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5566 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-536292087-1-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitfortmyers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Fort Myers Beach<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Fort Myers is a fantastic location for fishing, hiking, trail running, biking or exploring state parks like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridastateparks.org\/Lovers-Key\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lovers Key State Park<\/a>. If you\u2019re feeling adventurous head to Black Island to explore the 5 miles of trails. Kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing are also popular on the calm waters here. This is a perfect vacation spot for anyone looking to get back to nature.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5570 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_200342810215929210500.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_200342810215929210500.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_200342810215929210500-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5571 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_30911816216345352920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_30911816216345352920.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_30911816216345352920-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/fort-myers-beach-vacation-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Browse Fort Myers Beach vacation rentals<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5572 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1146886357-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paradisecoast.com\/marco-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Marco Island<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>This barrier island is a paradise for golfers, nature lovers and avid beach goers. We have vacation rentals throughout the area, some just steps from the beach. Shell collecting is a must here, as well as, bird watching at the nature preserves.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5577 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_172103099516420151490.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_172103099516420151490.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_172103099516420151490-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5578 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_81933999416107311750.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_81933999416107311750.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_81933999416107311750-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/marco-island-vacation-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse Marco Island vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Vibrant Towns Near Tampa\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for a little more glitz in your next vacation to Florida? These bustling towns will give you more of a cosmopolitan type getaway. They all offer great shopping, nightlife for that happy hour or after hours fun, golf and great restaurants, along with the beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5581 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-927633062-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitstpeteclearwater.com\/communities\/st-petersburg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>St. Petersburg<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>There is so much to love about St. Petersburg! This Sunshine City has everything from Sunken Gardens to explore to the surreal Salvador Dal\u00ed Museum to breathtaking ocean views. Make sure to check out the views at Sunshine Skyway Bridge in particular. As a finale for your day enjoy a glass of wine on the deck of your vacation rental at or at one of the nearby bustling restaurants.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5583 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_194517523415241545660.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_194517523415241545660.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_194517523415241545660-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5584 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_185262373716093503870.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_185262373716093503870.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_185262373716093503870-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/central-west\/st-petersburg-vacation-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse St. Petersburg vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5586 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1160010276-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paradisecoast.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Naples<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>This popular Florida city is known for its iconic golf courses, high end shopping, world-class dining, art galleries and so much more. If you are looking for an upscale vacation with the surrounding beauty of the Everglades and beaches &#8211; Naples should be first on your list!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5588 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_49582879316189467140.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_49582879316189467140.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_49582879316189467140-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5589 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_24179450516140317840.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_24179450516140317840.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/tn1_24179450516140317840-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/southwest\/naples-vacation-rentals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Browse Naples vacation rentals<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5590 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.floridarentals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-525075737-270x180.jpg 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitsarasota.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Sarasota<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Our Sarasota vacation rentals are perfect for those travelers that want less crowds, but still want to be close to Tampa. Sarasota is about an hour from Tampa. So a quick hop, skip and jump away. Saint Armands Circle has amazing shopping with upscale boutiques, fantastic restaurant options with local seafood and lots of art galleries. There are also lots of museums and beautiful beaches to explore. 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