Browse vacation rentals along the Florida Panhandle, the 200-mile stretch of Gulf coast running from Pensacola to the Forgotten Coast. The median rate is $213 a night, but the price varies by area and rental type: Panama City Beach starts at $63.
Key Amenities About this property Rental Overview: Southern Breeze is a 1st Tier Beach House across a quiet dead end street from beach access #8. Beautiful white sands and turquoise waters are literally steps away. The home sleeps up to 12 guests in 4 spacious bedrooms, each appointed with comfortable furnishings, king beds, large smart... Featured review So glad I got to go back to my happy place! It’s so relaxing. The beach is steps away and the ocean is crystal clear. If you had too much sun just go back and cool off in the pool at the house. The home... Distance to beach: 0.0 miles to The villa is a 2-minute walk to the beautiful gulf Key Amenities About this property Villa Azul is Pet Friendly Newly Built 3/3.5 Beach House-Villa Azul is located on the South end of Cape San Blas, also regarded as the Forgotten Coast of Florida. We are known for quiet, pet friendly, pristine beaches, white sand, beautiful emerald water and amazing sunrise and sunset views. The... Featured review This is a perfect beach getaway spot! Located in a beautiful private community and just steps away from the beautiful beach. It is just as it is presented online. Great service, too! Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Beachfront Paradise SGI, a luxury 4,000+ sq. ft. Gulf-front retreat in a private guard-gated community on St. George Island. Enjoy spectacular Gulf views and private beach access connected to the home. Total of 6 suites - main floor features 4 suites, kitchen & family room; top floor has... Key Amenities About this property Free beach chair service! Experience breathtaking views at the Seaside Retreat, located directly on the stunning sugar-white sands of Panama City Beach in the popular Thomas Drive area. Known as "The World's Most Beautiful Beaches" for its powder-soft sands and emerald-green waters, Panama... Key Amenities About this property DOLPHINS PASS: Newly updated, large 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Our family home is beautifully decorated and has never been rented until now. The house is 5200 Square feet on 1 level. The great room has plenty of space for all family members to gather or spread out. The bedrooms... Featured review Dolphin Pass was exactly what my family of 11 were looking for! Ages 77 down to 2 years old, plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing yet be in the same space. Beautiful well stocked kitchen (check... Why Choose FloridaRentals.com? No Booking or Service Fees Save up to 25% compared to other websites - no hidden costs. Connect Directly with Hosts Book with confidence and get the best rates. Florida's #1 Vacation Rental Site Trusted by millions - your go-to for the perfect Florida getaway. Key Amenities About this property 2 BD and 2BA , 1400 Sq Ft Condo with 740 sq Ft of wrap around balcony, SPECTACULARTHIS CONDO IS THOROUGHLY CLEANED WITH ANTI-BACTERIAL CLEANING PRODUCTS THAT KILL 99.9% OF GERMSIF SUDDEN CHANGES ARISE AND THE BEACH IS CLOSED WE WILL ADJUST THE CANCELLATION POLICY.Free seasonal beach chair... Featured review Condo was clean, tastefully decorated with comfortable beds & furniture. Kitchen was stocked very well with everything you would need or have at home. The management company and cleaning crew were both... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Papaya Paradise — a private 3BR/3.5BA home in gated Destiny East, just a 10-minute walk to the beach and a short stroll to local restaurants. Walk to the beach (no highway crossing) Heated private pool included for 5+ night stays through May 3 en-suite bedrooms (2 King suites +... Featured review This was a wonderful space to enjoy each other and relax. The house had many comforts of home, we were able to pack less and enjoy more. The pool was a perfect size for our small family and hours of entertainment.What... Key Amenities About this property The Wisteria Cottage is only 4 Doors to the Beach! Steps to the perfect Sugar White Sand Beaches at Access 81. Laguna Beach! - Daily - Weekly - Monthly Rentals- Call for a Great Rate ... 850- Eight 19- 333One2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Fresh and Clean Inside and Out.One of David and Lisa Sample's... Featured review Our stay at Wisteria Cottage was great! The cottage is very comfortable and located a block from the beach. The west end of PCB is very quiet but still 10 minutes from Pier Park activities. David and Lisa... Key Amenities About this property Important Booking Tip: For accurate availability, pricing, and current specials, please visit our website by searching Paradise Beach Homes. Calendars on this site do not update, and rates, minimum stay requirements, and specials change often.Come stay in this luxury water front home with private... Key Amenities About this property Come vacation with us at UNIT 822 Gulf Views Getaway at Laketown Wharf! This unit is on the 8th floor. A two bedroom unit, 2 bathroom and bunk room area, fully equipped to enjoy the beach. This is an Amazing location across from the beach. Just steps from 5 pools, fun entertainment, food, and drinks.... Key Amenities About this property Sol Mate, completed in 2017, was decorated in an elegant but comfortable beach style and thoughtfully stocked with an abundance of amenities. Situated at the north end of the Cape; it’s a short walk to St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, and just a few steps to the sand and water’s edge. Swim,... Key Amenities About this property Private Balcony | Beachside Pool | Luxury Resort | Heart of Perdido KeyStep into a world where the sea whispers and the sun dances on the Gulf at Palacio 1706, proudly managed by Beach Getaways, a 17th-floor oceanfront corner condo in Perdido Key that pairs coastal elegance with playful seaside charm.... Key Amenities About this property Spectacular Beachfront Condo, Wonderful Balcony, Sleeps 6, Come and Enjoy!SUMMIT 1316 IS THOROUGHLY CLEANED WITH ANTI-BACTERIAL CLEANING PRODUCTS THAT KILL 99.9% OF GERMSBeach Service Included during season- March 15th - October 15, 2 loungers and an umbrella!Gated parking lot with 24/7... Distance to beach: 500 feet to gulf of mexico, easy walk Key Amenities About this property Location....Location....Location. This 3 bedroom completely renovated home is a two minute walk to the Gulf. Simply Paradise is location is the second closest home to the beach in Emerald Shores! Easy access to the sugary white sand and emerald crystal clear water of Destin, Florida. Also this home has... Featured review Beautiful, clean, and well-appointed home in a fantastic location. Includes some nice amenities, like a beach wagon. Right around the corner from Miramar Beach. We have stayed in the Emerald Shores neighborhood... Key Amenities About this property The Tipsea Turtle - East Pass 401 - Destin, FL vacation rental The Tipsea Turtle, located at the tip of Holiday Isle, is full of brand-new beachy furnishings and offers a safe and fun place for your family to visit! You'll feel comfy and cozy with all the new furnishings from head-to-toe! Some... Key Amenities About this property This Gulf front home features a spacious screened in porch and open sun deck that are wonderful for enjoying the view during the day and experiencing the beautiful Cape sunsets in the evenings.The living area is open with plenty of comfortable seating and great views of the Gulf of Mexico. The fully... Featured review This lovely home on the beach is just perfect for a beach get away. The beach and sunsets are fabulous. The screen porch and deck were a wonderful bonus. Interior of home was decorated very tastefully-... Key Amenities About this property The exterior of the condo complex has recently been painted and looks awesome! The interior has been tastefully refurbished. This condo has sleeping accommodations for up to 6 guests with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living room is a great gathering place which includes 2 sofas (1 is a new pullout... Featured review My daughters and friend went on this special trip for my birthday . It was a beautiful condo and the location was quite and safe. I sat on the balcony and drank my coffee and listened to the water. Can't... Key Amenities About this property Sea View Place rests high on a dune with amazing vistas of the emerald gulf and white sand beaches of Cape San Blas. Hot off the press and as crisp as a newly minted dollar bill, this home is ready for your family vacation. SVP is beautifully furnished and stocked full of all the extras you’ve come... Key Amenities About this property Water’s Edge is within the Seacrest Beach community, adjacent to Rosemary Beach and walking distance to all the shops and restaurants both communities offer.sleeps 18 min age 24 (no student groups) private pool arcade updated decorations short beach walk discount grocery shopping services Featured review We just got back after our third stay in this great, family friendly house. We really enjoy the private pool and the fact that the house is on the beach side of 30A. Lanikai is a nice large house that is... Distance to beach: 150 yards to Miramar local access Key Amenities About this property Unit 202CPavilion Palms Condominium2 King Bedrooms + 1 Queen Sofa Bed / 2 Bath / Garage / 6 Person Golf Cart / Gulf & Pool Views / Sleeps 6 ** Completely Remodeled ** This uber-luxurious, high-end "Happy Coastal"- inspired condo will utterly amaze you with its unique features!... Featured review We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Drift Aweigh (Unit 202C) in the gated Pavilion Palms Condos in Miramar Beach! This was our first trip to the area, and this spacious, luxurious condo made it unforgettable. From... Key Amenities About this property Largest private pool on 30A - 14,000 gallons of saltwater bliss! Nivel Del Mar - Spanish for 'Sea Level' - invites you to experience a vacation in paradise; 2 minutes from the Emerald Gulf Coast and soft sands of Santa Rosa Beach, this 5-bed, 3-bath vacation rental welcomes pets. Popular restaurants... Featured review Wow! Loved this place! This home came complete with everything you would need! The home was incredibly clean and well-maintained. The kitchen is well-stocked for cooking, baking and grilling. We certainly... Key Amenities About this property Come vacation with us at UNIT 823 Gulf Views Getaway at Laketown Wharf! This unit is on the 8th floor. A two bedroom unit, 2 bathroom and bunk room area, fully equipped to enjoy the beach. This is an Amazing location across from the beach. Just steps from 5 pools, fun entertainment, food, and drinks.... Distance to beach: 1 feet to White Sandy Beach Key Amenities About this property Make yourself at home in this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit that comfortably sleeps 8. Imagine morning coffee on the balcony, while you take in the sights and sounds of the gulf waters and plan your fun filled day. A grand vacation awaits as you spend your days swimming in the pool or building sandcastles... Featured review The view from the 20th floor was SPECTACULAR!!! The owners are great and made booking easy. The condo is very clean!!! The only cons were master bath needs remodel, washer and dryer need replaced, kitchen... Key Amenities About this property All Smiles, at the north end of the Cape, is only steps from the emerald green waters of the Gulf, making it an easy walk to for shelling, fishing, or just relaxing on the sugar white sand of Cape San Blas. This home really stands out in the area of outdoor living areas. The ground floor deck is outfitted... Distance to beach: 30 yards to Leeward Key Private Beach Key Amenities About this property "Villa Vanilla - Unit 206"2 King Bedrooms, 1 Queen Sofa Bed / 2 Bath / Gulf Views / Sleeps 6 Villa Vanilla is a 2nd-floor Gulf-view corner condo unit in the highly sought-after Leeward Key condominium. You can literally be at the beach in 20 seconds! This corner unit has been updated... Distance to beach: 200 feet to Panama City Beach Key Amenities About this property Newly renovated Emerald Dreams – Unit 3 & Unit 4 - Pet Friendly Rent Together or Separate. Each unit is a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath located less than 100 yards with great views of the beach just steps away from Dedicated Beach Access to the Emerald coast beach on the quiet West side of Panama... Featured review My husband and I recently retired and spent the month of January. Condo was clean and updated. The location is fantastic being on the West end in Laguna Beach which we love. The host was great and very... Key Amenities About this property Saturday to Saturday weekly rentals only during peak season. TWO week maximum stay. We take reservations up to 180 days in the future.PLEASE read before booking: Minimum age 25. This condo will accommodate up to 6 people with 4 (FOUR) adults (MAXIMUM). Bunks are for children only. Our condo is not... Featured review This condominium on Panama City Beach was incredible! The decor was beautifully coordinated but more importantly - comfortable. The beds were also extremely comfortable and having 2 kings makes it great... Key Amenities About this property Top Reasons to Book Poseidon’s Palace: * Public Beach Access Approx. 0.2 Miles Away * Private Pool/Spa With Heating Options (Fee Applies) * Golf Cart (6-Seater LSV) Included At The Home * Dog Friendly Home (Fees and Restrictions Apply) * Separate Carriage House – Full Living Space,... Featured review We have vacationed in the Destin area for over 18 years. As our family grew we had to look for larger homes to accommodate the 24 plus occupants. We have seldom rented any property twice because there is... Key Amenities About this property Condo 706 is located on the 7th floor at Shores of Panama. Stay in our comfortable studio suite at the fabulous and ever popular Shores of Panama Resort in Panama City Beach Florida. Shores of Panama is the most lavish resort in Panama City Beach. Featuring a lagoon style pool surrounded by tropical elegance,... Featured review Perfect condo for a couple. Everything we needed as shown in all the pictures. Even designated parking on the same floor as the condo, very convenient. Communication with the owner was quick and positive.... Key Amenities About this property Located in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach! New Listing! Previously private home! Don't miss this stunner in the beautiful Sunrise Beach neighborhood! Private beach w/ free beach service of 4 chairs and 2 umbrellas! Incredible Views from your new favorite beach home! Steps to beach! 4 Bikes for... Key Amenities About this property Origin at Seahaven is one of the premier condominium resorts in Panama City Beach and along the entire Emerald Coast, offering all the essentials for a vacation of a lifetime! This beautifully designed and luxurious resort features a spacious Grand Pool and terrace located in the main courtyard, providing... Featured review Four stars for the whole vacation I took a star away because of the music they play from 8 o’clock in the morning till 10 o’clock at night. Also I ask is turn it down that’s it otherwise the grounds... Key Amenities About this property Important Booking Tip: For accurate availability, pricing, and current specials, please visit our website by searching Paradise Beach Homes. Calendars on this site do not update, and rates, minimum stay requirements, and specials change often.Enjoy spectacular sunsets from this 2 bedroom/2.5 bath... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Knot Working at Laguna Point!Discover harbor front living in the heart of Destin at Laguna Point, a welcoming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome in sought-after Holiday Isle. With 1,226 square feet of comfortable coastal space and beautiful water views, this inviting retreat is ideal for families... Key Amenities About this property Important Booking Tip: For accurate availability, pricing, and current specials, please visit our website by searching Paradise Beach Homes. Calendars on this site do not update, and rates, minimum stay requirements, and specials change often.Wonderful two-bedroom, two-bath Gulf front condo with swimming... Key Amenities About this property 2 Bedroom 2 Bath fully upgraded unit Holiday Harbor on the Marina Corner unit first floor next to the pool Stunning Balcony Views Great Location. Restaurants and shopping every convenient 5 miles from Flora Bama Distance to beach: 100 feet to Miramar Beach Key Amenities About this property Key Amenities About this property Beautifully renovated, Harbor Hideaway is an upscale 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo located at Waterview Towers on Destin’s Holiday Isle. Enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Destin Marina and East Pass as the sunrise comes up over the harbor and the yachts and fishing boats make their way out into... Key Amenities About this property We invite you to book our newest bay view home and start living on “Cape Thyme”. This beautiful home is steps from St. Joseph’s Bay and a short walk to the Gulf. This home is located in a wonderful, gated community that offers a bay side and beach side pool access. Challenge your family... Distance to beach: 0.0 miles to Public Beach Key Amenities About this property Welcome to The Wahoo, a stylish island retreat featuring designer furnishings and new hardwood flooring throughout. This three-bedroom, two-bath home sits in a prime location—just three blocks from public beach access and a half-block from the bay, making it ideal for kayakers, boaters, and anglers.... Featured review Had a great experience staying at The Wahoo! Convenient to the public beach access. The house had everything we needed. Key Amenities About this property Important Booking Tip: For accurate availability, pricing, and current specials, please visit our website by searching Paradise Beach Homes. Calendars on this site do not update, and rates, minimum stay requirements, and specials change often.Welcome to The Drift On Inn.This beautiful Gulf View... Key Amenities About this property NEWLY DECORATED OCEAN FRONT PENTHOUSE CONDO!!!We offer you this beautiful beach front property located at the Shores of Panama. This 23-story gulf front luxury resort is loaded with amenities including a 13,965 square foot gulf front pool & hot tub, heated indoor pool and hot tub, on-site covered... Featured review The condo was very nice and roomy. The view of the ocean was beautiful. Much to do in the surrounding area. Distance to beach: 1 feet to Back yard Key Amenities About this property Beautifully appointed, and recently updated Gulf front Townhouse in Panama City Beach Florida. Park at the front door and walk out the back door directly on to the sugar white sandy beach and into the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Fabulous two (2) Bedroom, two and one half (2.5) bath gulf front... Featured review Love this townhome on the west end . We have stayed here multiple times over the years and it's one of our favorite places to stay. Love the large deck and views! Key Amenities About this property Coastal Soul! Welcome to The Grand Villa's at the Pier. Coastal Soul is a 3302 Sq. Ft. home featuring 6 bedrooms, each with ensuite baths and a large open Great Room with plenty of room for entertaining along with a rec room by the pool. Designed to sleep 16, this great rental home plan is in the... Key Amenities About this property Sandbar Drift | Luxury Vacation Rental on the West End of Panama City BeachWelcome to Sandbar Drift, a luxury vacation rental nestled in Laguna Beach on the quiet West End of Panama City Beach, Florida. This beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath beach house sleeps up to 12 guests and offers the... Key Amenities About this property The 'Oleander Too' One of David and Lisa Sample's Rentals! We have MONTHLY, Weekly or Nightly Stays ! - Less than 7 nights is OK. The longer you stay, the better the rate! Contact us for THE BEST DEAL!David & Lisa Sample's Beach Rentals and Haven Beach Rentals Contact David... Featured review The house is perfect. Spotlessly cleaned for your arrival. Plenty of space for all our needs. The wow factor for us has always been the location. Quiet residential area. No disruptions. Convenient to excellent... Key Amenities About this property Birds Eye View Condo | 2BR/2BA PCB | Beachfront Views | Ocean FrontBird’s Eye View at Panama City Beach!King / 2 Queens / Queen Sleeper SofaSleeps 8Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the gorgeous Panama City Beach coastline from this conveniently located penthouse condo at The Dunes... Featured review We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We were here all of September and most of October. Beautiful weather and made better by the condo. This condo is, by far, the most completely appointed one we have ever... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to your private slice of paradise on the pristine white sands of Cape San Blas. This stylish and cozy 2,300-square-foot beachfront retreat features 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, offering comfort, privacy, and unforgettable Gulf views from nearly every room.Step outside and experience what... Key Amenities About this property Note: We have more reviews on Airbnb and VRBO.Shorter Stays: Stays of 1 or 2 nights are permissible if they back up to other bookings.This gorgeous new 2 BR/2 BA guest cottage enjoys an ideal location in the center of the best part of Destin (Crystal Beach) a very short walk to the beach, yet... Featured review ️️️️️ I absolutely loved this cottage! It was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and very close to the beach. The kitchen was well equipped, making it easy to cook and enjoy meals at... Key Amenities About this property Important Booking Tip: For accurate availability, pricing, and current specials, please visit our website by searching Paradise Beach Homes. Calendars on this site do not update, and rates, minimum stay requirements, and specials change often.Welcome to Emerald Isle #1503, a beautifully appointed... Featured review The condo was so nice and comfortable and perfect for our needs. The beach and water were beautiful! We enjoyed our time very much! The only negatives: the noise from other vacationers in surrounding... Key Amenities About this property **Wake up to dolphins on the bay, launch your boat moments from home and end each fall day with a waterfront sunset and private sauna.**Welcome to The Bayfront Haven, a five-bedroom, three-bathroom waterfront retreat accommodating up to 12 guests. Ideally located between Destin and Scenic Highway...
| Area | Median/night | Best for | The beach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama City Beach | $167 | Budgets, big groups, teens | Wide and busy, condo towers behind |
| Fort Walton and Okaloosa Island | $175 | Value-minded families | Open Gulf on the island, calm bay behind |
| Destin and Miramar Beach | $287 | First-timers and families | Busy and built-up |
| 30A / South Walton | $319 | Couples, walkable beach towns | Pristine, quieter, dune lakes |
| Pensacola and Perdido Key | $390 | Beaches, history, a night out | Long and protected, national seashore |
| The Forgotten Coast | $407 | Seclusion, leashed dogs | Undeveloped with no condos |
The Panhandle fills up in summer rather than winter, so rates rise with the school holidays and settle back down once the beaches empty out in fall. Here's how the median nightly rate tracks the Gulf water temperature through the year.
| Month | Median nightly | Difference from annual | High / low gulf temp | Avg. gulf temp | What’s going on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | $180 | -37% | 61° / 43° | 60° | The quietest month of the year |
| February | $200 | -30% | 64° / 46° | 60° | Still off-season; snowbirds and long stays |
| March | $291 | +2% | 70° / 51° | 64° | Spring break fills Panama City Beach and Destin |
| April | $292 | +3% | 76° / 58° | 70° | Easter and late spring break spike |
| May | $337 | +19% | 84° / 66° | 78° | Peak season begins; Memorial Day weekend |
| June | $454 | +60% | 89° / 73° | 84° | School holidays begin; family visits pick up |
| July | $461 | +62% | 91° / 75° | 84° | Busiest month of the year; July 4 week |
| August | $310 | +9% | 90° / 75° | 86° | School returns and prices start to ease |
| September | $244 | -14% | 87° / 72° | 84° | Peak hurricane season, lowest demand |
| October | $245 | -14% | 79° / 61° | 78° | Best weather-to-price ratio of the year |
| November | $191 | -33% | 70° / 51° | 70° | Thanksgiving week demand |
| December | $194 | -32% | 63° / 45° | 63° | Holiday weeks spike, the rest of the month is calm |
Based on the median Panhandle nightly rate on FloridaRentals.com.
Flying into the wrong airport can cost you hours of driving. Pensacola (PNS) serves the west, Destin–Fort Walton (VPS) the middle, and Panama City (ECP) the east. Book the one nearest your rental, and check ECP against Tallahassee (TLH) if you're heading to the Forgotten Coast.
The Panhandle runs opposite to South Florida. December through February bring mild, pleasant days on land but Gulf water in the low 60s, which is too cold for most people to swim in.
Gulf County is the only county in Florida split between two time zones. Everything from Pensacola through Panama City Beach and Mexico Beach runs on Central time. Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas, Apalachicola, and St. George Island are on Eastern.
The green algae locals call June grass follows the water temperature, not the calendar, so it can appear any time from May through September. It's harmless, just slimy where it collects at the waterline. If you move a few miles down the coast, the water may be clearer.
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