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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 Goin' Coastal - Beach Manor 710 - Tops'l Beach Manor - Miramar Beach, Florida - vacation rental - professionally managed by Breathe Easy Rentals Ready to trade deadlines for sunshine? Step into Goin' Coastal, a beachfront condo at Tops'l Beach Manor, where every day begins with sparkling... Distance to beach: 0.0 miles to Beachfront Key Amenities About this property Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths, (Sleeps 6-8) This is a 2 bedroom DELUXE unit conveniently located on the third floor of Tower Three, (the newest) at the Edgewater Beach Resort. Close enough to the ground floor to have great views of all the activity on the beach and ocean. Dolphin sightings... Featured review We stayed here during Spring Break and had an amazing trip. The resort had just what we needed. Heated pool and Hot tub, steps to the beach, and a view that makes you forget about all your problems! The... Key Amenities About this property Tops'l Beach Manor 808 – Heavenly Retreat Beachfront Luxury Meets Coastal Comfort – Discover Heavenly Retreat at Tops'l Beach Manor! Your beach escape is calling — and Heavenly Retreat is the perfect place to answer! Nestled inside the beautiful Tops'l Resort, this... Featured review This condo was a perfect set up with all the amenities! The drive into the complex alone was beautiful, clean and relaxing! This unit was in the perfect location for beach access, most beautiful beach view... Distance to beach: 30 yards to Gulf of Mexico Key Amenities About this property Why look any further when you can enjoy your vacation getaway, a long weekend, or your Winter stay in our beautiful, spacious, 1-bedroom 2-bathroom condo.This condo is conveniently located on the 1st floor, in a family-oriented complex. It faces the gulf and is right on the beach in the Mariner... Featured review The condo was exactly as shown and very clean. The owner was a dream to work with. 1st floor unit was so convenient, providing everything we needed and no waiting for elevators. Would definitely rent... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to a relaxed Destin retreat made for easy days together, from poolside mornings to breezy evenings on the balcony. This spacious home blends comfort, fun, and coastal access for group stays:• Sleeps 14, 5 bedrooms, 8 beds, 5 baths • Huge private pool (heated, fee applies) •... 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 New Listing! Booking for Spring! Our unique angled floorplan has incredible Gulf views and balcony access from every room. The split floor plan features the primary bedroom and bathroom on one side with the 2nd bedroom and bathroom on the other. * Private Beach * Free Beach Service- 2 chairs and umbrella... Key Amenities About this property Minimum Rental Age -25 strictly enforced. Enjoy the unobstructed views of the stunning white sand of the Emerald Coast in Destin from the balcony of Majestic Sun #607A! With accommodations for up to 6 people, this lovely vacation condo is a great choice for your next family vacation! The master bedroom... Key Amenities About this property 10th Floor Unit w/Awesome Panoramic Views of the Gorgeous Emerald Green Water and Sugar White Sand! Property just revovated! Featuring all new: granite countertops in the kitchen, new kitchen appliances, new kitchen cabinets, new bathroom vanities in both bathrooms, new shower in master, new lighting... Featured review Unfortunately, this was a bad week for the beach. Nothing you could do about the weather, but it was cold and rainy on the beach. The views from our condo space were spectacular. We expected the space to... Key Amenities About this property Coastal Dreams - Tops'l Beach Manor 711 - Miramar Beach, Florida - vacation rental - professionally managed by Breathe Easy Rentals Wake Up to Endless Emerald Views at Coastal Dreams – Beachfront Luxury Awaits! Get ready for an unforgettable beachside escape at Coastal Dreams, where adventure... Key Amenities About this property Beach Manor 0108 – Starfish Sands Ground Floor Condo | Tops'l Resort – Miramar Beach, FL Basic beach setup provided (1 umbrella + 2 chairs)! Welcome to Starfish Sands — your coastal home-away-from-home at the beautiful Tops'l Resort in Miramar Beach. This ground-floor... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Featured review Beach was beautiful and building was nice. Room needed updated furniture as drawers would not close. Everything just a bit outdated in the room. Elevators were constantly needing fixed. All in all a nice... Distance to beach: 0.2 miles to Beach Acess 12 Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Mermaid CoastEscape to the beauty of Panama City Beach and make yourself at home at Mermaid Coast, a spacious coastal retreat designed for families and groups. Just a short stroll from the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of the Gulf, this thoughtfully equipped beach home offers the... Distance to beach: 0.0 miles to Cape San Blas, St. Joseph Peninsula Key Amenities About this property Twenty steps. That's the distance from Gulf Breeze's front door to the beach walkover at Cape San Blas. Not a short walk, not a quick stroll — twenty steps to some of the most unspoiled Gulf Coast shoreline in Florida. This end-unit townhome in the gated Barrier Dunes community sits in... Featured review This townhome is very well equipped and very close to the beach. I've stayed in other units in this complex and being this close to the beach is definitely a plus! We cooked in several nights and the... Key Amenities About this property Most beach houses give you a view. 4 Boats on the Beach gives you three — one on every floor, all facing the Gulf, all completely unobstructed. This three-story beachfront home in the gated Barrier Dunes community is built for groups who want to be as close to the water as possible without actually... Featured review We loved this location. They had everything that you would need for the beach. We loved how close it was to our the ocean and easy access to get to. We would definitely book here again. We had an issue... Key Amenities About this property The Oak Cottage at Crystal Lake – Your Private Lake-Front Oasis Escape to your own oasis in our 4-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on the gorgeous Crystal Lake - North of Lynn Haven in Chipley, Florida! 30 minutes from Panama City Beach, the private white-sand beach, spring-fed waters, and thoughtfully... Key Amenities About this property Free Beach Chairs valued at $70 per day will be provided!An ultra nice & beautiful beach front condo for rent by owner with the discounted owner's rates. each condo is one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath condo is located in The Summit on the center of the building, just above the pools. The... Featured review We loved our condos that we rented from Ms. Chen. They have everything you need to enjoy you stay. The views of the ocean are amazing. Its nice sitting in the living room and see the dolphins playing in... Key Amenities About this property Not every Cape San Blas getaway needs to sleep twelve. Sometimes the best vacation is just the two of you — or a small group of four — in a beautifully appointed retreat where every detail feels personal and nothing feels wasted. Little Pelican is the hidden gem of Barrier Dunes: a one-bedroom... Key Amenities About this property Cape San Blas is one of Florida's most treasured sea turtle nesting beaches, and Turtle Tracks was named in their honor. This dog-friendly end-unit townhome in the gated Barrier Dunes community earns its name with three separate Gulf-view decks — one on the main level, one off the king master... Featured review What a great family get together at a lovely Barrier Dunes unit. Great location, great view and newly remodeled. Still had a few things that needed to make it complete but a pleasant upgrade to walk into.... Distance to beach: 200 feet to Fort Walton Beach Key Amenities About this property Is your vacation time precious? Will you only get a week at the beach this year? Then why settle for cheap accommodations, lumpy mattresses, sandpaper sheets, outdated furnishings and cramped space? For a small additional investment in your vacation, you could have the best. And now more than ever, The... Featured review This unit is just beautiful! The pictures don't do it justice. We really enjoyed the views from the corner unit balcony and the proximity to the elevator was so convenient. Definitely would stay again! Key Amenities About this property Commodore's Landing 203 – Gone Sailing | 5-minute walk to the beach | Townhome in Okaloosa Island, FL | 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6Features: Dog Friendly! | King Master Bed | Queen Bed | Double Beds (2) | Sleeps 6 | Private Washer and DryerDetailed Description: Welcome... Key Amenities About this property Step inside 'Oh Happy Day' and feel the immediate sense of calm in our bright and airy open-concept living space. Flooded with natural light, the clean and modern beach-themed decor creates a welcoming atmosphere for your group to gather and relax. The comfortable living area flows seamlessly... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times. Our... Distance to beach: 455 feet to DUNES OF DESTIN Key Amenities About this property 6 Bedroom, 4.5 bath, private pool, beach access home which sleeps up to 16 people. House is the dunes of Destin sub division. Three story house which has over 4500 sq. feet of interior space. Each story has a balcony with a view of the gulf of Mexico. There is a private beach access boardwalk approx.... Key Amenities About this property Make It Sweet is a new construction custom home steps from the private community boardwalk to the beach. Our home was built for large groups or extended families to enjoy. The house sleeps 18, featuring 3 King Suites, a handicap accessible Queen Suite and a bunk room for 10. There are two living spaces,... Featured review We just returned from our Make It Sweet stay and I can’t say enough about this luxurious house. Jennifer and her husband (sorry, forgot your name) have thought of everything! The modern amenities like... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Featured review During peek season June - July the place is packed so expect elevator delays . Our room 1312 was super comfy dishwasher broke and was replaced the next day . Highly recommend the unit all beds were comfy... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Distance to beach: 50 feet to Cape San Blas Key Amenities About this property There's a quiet luxury to Flourish on the Cape that takes a moment to fully register. It's not one big thing — it's the accumulation of everything done right. Three bedrooms, all king suites. Three and a half bathrooms, each bedroom with its own private ensuite. Sixteen steps to the... Key Amenities About this property The 'Tide Is Now' is located on the 30th floor at Tidewater Beach Resort, professionally managed by Azure-Properties. The age requirement to rent this condo is 25. There is a $35 on-site resort packet available for amenity-access armbands and garage parking passes.This beautiful 1BR + Bunk,... Distance to beach: 50 feet to Miramar Beach Key Amenities About this property Emerald Waters — Fully Remodeled • Gated Beach Access • Pet FriendlyWelcome to your beautifully renovated beach retreat at Emerald Waters, located directly across the street from the sugar-white sand and emerald waters of the Gulf. Completely remodeled in January 2025, this 2-bedroom,... Featured review Beautiful condo, nice decoration, trouble with TV and rental agent took care of it right away. Cody was repair man and was delightful. Thanks Renee for great rental Distance to beach: 100 yards to Front Beach Rd / Gulf Highlands Beach Club Key Amenities About this property Gulf Highlands Beach Resort is located near the Beach in a gated community with 24-hour security making for a very safe family friendly complex. The resort offers a private Beach Club and beachside swimming pool directly on beautiful White Sandy Beaches with its own snack bar / restaurant overlooking... Featured review What a wonderful time I had. This lovely townhouse is perfect for one or your entire family to stay. Situated just a few blocks from the beach and many restaurants and fun places you will thank your lucky... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to your relaxed 30A home base, designed for easy group living and laid-back beach days just off Scenic 30A. With plenty of space indoors and out, it’s a comfortable spot to gather, unwind, and enjoy Santa Rosa Beach together.- Sleeps 18 | 6 bedrooms | 11 beds | 5 baths - Pool w/ seasonal... Key Amenities About this property Lots of Great updates! New smart TVs in living room and both bedrooms. New living room furniture including a new sleeper sofa. New queen bed in the 2nd bedroom. This gorgeous condo is located on the 12th floor & has a huge balcony that can be accessed from the living room & master bedroom.... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Key Amenities About this property Enjoy the emerald coast white sand beaches while staying in this luxury condo. The condo offers breath taking views with floor to ceiling windows and doors. Each bedroom offers its own full bath. Relax on the wrap-around balcony taking in the panoramic beach and island views in all directions. Wake up... Featured review Can’t recommend this place enough in every single way! From the communication, the cleanliness, the flexibility, the price. You won’t find something that meets so many criteria for being an excellent... Key Amenities About this property An affordable vacation rental with a fantastic view of the Florida coast!!! We are located on Thomas Drive next door to Pineapple Willys Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable TV, Stereo, CD Player, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Cooking Utensils provided, Linens provided, On site Laundry... Featured review The place was nice and it was on the site everything was perfect the lady I rented from was on time and did everything she said Key Amenities About this property → Complimentary Full Beach Service – Included with your vacation stay from March 1 through October 31, with daily service available until 5 PM. For a one-week stay, this complimentary amenity provides over $200 in added value!Wake up to breathtaking unobstructed views of the sugar-white... Featured review It’s awesome place. The beach is awesome. The maintenance people was very congenial very pleasant to be around. We didn’t have any problems. The owners was just a text away and immediately reply so... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Key Amenities About this property Tranquility 98 | Private Pool & Spa • Golf Cart • Dog Friendly • Destiny EastWelcome to Tranquility 98, a stunning 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom luxury home located in the prestigious Destiny East community of Destin, Florida. Perfect for large families and groups, this spacious retreat... Key Amenities About this property Sea to Shining Sea — Lakefront Luxury in Gated Destiny EastWelcome to Sea to Shining Sea, a beautifully designed one-level lakefront retreat in the exclusive, gated community of Destiny East. Set along the peaceful shores of Four Prong Lake and just a short stroll to the Gulf’s sugar-white... Key Amenities About this property BYOB - Bring Your Own Boat! Our darling High Tide beach cottage was recently rebuilt from the ground up; no detail was spared. This sweet home is a short walk to dedicated beach access #12 and nestled smack in the heart of every attraction a visitor seeks on the infamous Thomas Drive, like the SeaScreamer,... Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Cape San Blas Beach Key Amenities About this property Trudy May’s Bayhouse is a bayfront 4BR/3BA home on Cape San Blas, offering the best of both worlds—peaceful bay living with easy Gulf beach access just across the street. The home sleeps up to 10 and features a 500' dock on St. Joseph Bay, ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding... Key Amenities About this property Please send us an Inquiry for a Quote. Savesuspace@(Tina)Welcome to our new 4bed 3 bath home built in 2017.Located on main road to Miramar Beach and Pompano Joes. We offer a wide range of amenities. Our property has a large fenced in back yard perfect for hosting. Enjoy your private pool and... Featured review My family decided to take a vacation with little time left reserve a home. The owners responded and communicated what I needed to do. This took away the stress of finding a good rental & secure within 2... Key Amenities About this property Shores of Panama Construction Notice: Shores of Panama is currently undergoing an exterior stucco renovation project through 2026. During your stay, you may see construction equipment/personnel and some areas of the resort may occasionally be affected. Daytime construction noise may also occur at times.... Key Amenities About this property Hakuna Matata — Effortless Luxury in Destiny WestWelcome to Hakuna Matata, where coastal elegance meets relaxed beach living in the exclusive gated community of Destiny West. Perfectly positioned along Scenic 98, this beautifully appointed home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and convenience... Key Amenities About this property A fresh perspective on the coast. Welcome to a refined two-bedroom retreat situated on the second floor for an elevated view of the water. While the Gulf is just steps away, this suite offers a softer, more peaceful atmosphere overlooking Gulf Highlands lake from your private balcony. It is an intentional... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Waterscape unit A533, a two bedroom with 2.5 bath condo located on the fifth floor. This condo is designed with modern coastal decor, and the floor plan was laid out with comfort in mind. Each bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, and the bunk alcove has use of the half bath nearby. The floor-to-ceiling... Featured review Such a cozy and beautiful space… this location has the best pools and splash pad for the littles and you can get a drink from the fudpuckers pop up trailer to enjoy before hitting the lazy river! The... Key Amenities About this property Be our guest at our beautiful custom built home, Cape Cottage. Our First Tier, Gulf View home is located on the North Cape within walking distance to the Trading Post and has fabulous views of the Gulf from the 2nd and 3rd floor decks, both master suites and all the living areas. It is an easy 50 steps... Featured review We Love spending our yearly family vacation at Cape Cottage so much that we will be retuning for our 6th year next September. We appreciate all of the amenities, the beach view, the pool, & closeness to... Key Amenities About this property Sea Escape — Golf Course & Lakefront Villa in Seascape ResortWelcome to Sea Escape, a beautifully appointed 3-bedroom villa located inside the gated Seascape Resort. Perfectly positioned overlooking the 14th hole and tranquil Stewart Lake, this home offers privacy, scenic views, and easy... Key Amenities About this property Amazing oceanfront corner unit with wraparound balcony at the Shores of Panama Resort! This 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom unit has been styled in contemporary beach décor. The full-sized kitchen includes a full range of appliances, cookware and utensils for at home convenience. Your large private balcony... Featured review We were very pleased with our stay again at Shores of Panama. This time, we were in a corner unit that offered first class views of the beautifully groomed beach and sparkling ocean, in addition to the... A wide, protected stretch of Gulf coastline with a more natural, less built-up feel than many Florida beach towns. You'll still find a pier, boardwalk, and beachfront bars, while downtown Pensacola (30 minutes) adds museums and great dining.104 rentals · from $107 · PNS 20–40 minA relaxed beach with the same sugar-white sand and emerald water as its pricier neighbors, at noticeably lower nightly rates. You'll find the Gulf-front rentals on Okaloosa Island and calm, shallow bay water on the sound side, while Destin (15 minutes) adds the harbor restaurants and charter fleet.73 rentals · from $92 · VPS 15 minA lively, family-focused resort town built around one of the largest charter fishing fleets on the Gulf. You'll find waterparks, dolphin cruises, and a harbor boardwalk that stays busy after dark, while Miramar Beach (10 minutes) adds quieter sand and outlet shopping.262 rentals · from $79 · VPS 20–30 minA 24-mile string of planned beach towns linked by a paved coastal path, and the most polished, walkable stretch of the Panhandle. You'll find Seaside, Rosemary Beach, and Alys Beach along the route, with rentals listed under Santa Rosa Beach to the west and Inlet Beach to the east.75 rentals · from $109 · VPS or ECP 30–45 minA big, energetic beach town with 27 miles of wide Gulf-front sand, the widest choice of rentals on the coast, and the lowest rates. You'll find high-rise condos, Pier Park shopping, and Shipwreck Island Waterpark, while St. Andrews State Park (15 minutes) adds quieter sand and calm water at the eastern end.732 rentals · from $63 · ECP 20 minA quiet, undeveloped stretch of Old Florida coastline with no high-rises, no resorts, and the most dog-friendly beaches in the region. You'll find most rentals around Cape San Blas, Port St. Joe, and Mexico Beach, and feast on local oysters and fresh seafood in areas like Apalachicola (30 minutes).122 rentals · from $111 · ECP or TLH 45–90 min 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$239avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "Piece of Panama Paradise!"$212avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "Fantastic"$229avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 6, 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms "Perfection"$185avg per night 
Destin HouseSleeps 14, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms$518avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 8, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$186avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms$160avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 8, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "Birthday week"$196avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$237avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms "Majestic PCB"$186avg per night 
Panama City Beach HouseSleeps 10, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$314avg per night 
Cape San Blas TownhomeSleeps 9, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms "Great place to stay on the cape!"$205avg per night 
Cape San Blas TownhomeSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms "Wonderful"$287avg per night 
Chipley HouseSleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$152avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 5, 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms "Wonderful Condos and Host"$126avg per night 
Cape San Blas TownhomeSleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms$126avg per night 
Cape San Blas TownhomeSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "3 generations gathering at Cape for over 30 years.Most of it at Barrier Dunes."$160avg per night 
Fort Walton Beach CondoSleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms "Awesome"$334avg per night 
Fort Walton Beach CondoSleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$140avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$226avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$163avg per night 
Destin HouseSleeps 6, 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms$545avg per night 
Cape San Blas HouseSleeps 18, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms "Best Stay in Cape San Blas!"$609avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "Excellent room"$164avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$163avg per night 
Cape San Blas TownhomeSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms$224avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$157avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "Destin visit"$125avg per night 
Special Offer Panama City Beach TownhomeSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms "What a wonderful time"$148avg per night 
Santa Rosa Beach HouseSleeps 18, 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms$635avg per night 
Miramar Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$190avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms$163avg per night 
Pensacola Beach CondoSleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms "Best place ever"$318avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 4, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom "Summit"$147avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 5, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom "The old hillbilly"$136avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 10, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$187avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$160avg per night 
Destin HouseSleeps 14, 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms$493avg per night 
Destin HouseSleeps 12, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$375avg per night 
Panama City Beach HouseSleeps 6, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom$160avg per night 
Cape San Blas HouseSleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$345avg per night 
Miramar Beach HouseSleeps 12, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms "Great getaway!"$500avg per night 
Panama City CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$163avg per night 
Destin HouseSleeps 10, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms$285avg per night 
New Panama City Beach ApartmentSleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom$260avg per night 
Fort Walton Beach CondoSleeps 8, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms "PERFECT"$92avg per night 
Cape San Blas HouseSleeps 12, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms "Recurring Guests"$368avg per night 
Miramar Beach VillaSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms$203avg per night 
Panama City Beach CondoSleeps 8, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms "INCREDIBLE VIEW!!"$178avg per night
| 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 | $288 | First-timers and families | Busy and built-up |
| 30A / South Walton | $319 | Couples, walkable beach towns | Pristine, quieter, dune lakes |
| Pensacola and Perdido Key | $386 | 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 | $292 | +3% | 70° / 51° | 64° | Spring break fills Panama City Beach and Destin |
| April | $293 | +3% | 76° / 58° | 70° | Easter and late spring break spike |
| May | $336 | +18% | 84° / 66° | 78° | Peak season begins; Memorial Day weekend |
| June | $455 | +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 | $245 | -14% | 87° / 72° | 84° | Peak hurricane season, lowest demand |
| October | $244 | -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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