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 WHAT YOU’LL LOVE• Quick access to the uncrowded Gulf beach • Private pool with sun shelf and optional heating • Two king suites, one queen suite and a four-bed bunk room • Four full bathrooms plus two powder rooms • Gulf-view decks and multiple outdoor gathering... 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... Key Amenities About this property You cannot afford to miss this! Astounding 180-degree Gulf of Mexico views greet you the moment you step into this end unit beachfront condo! The open floor plan and 750 sq. ft. wrap-a-round balcony, because we are located on the West End of the building, provide an unobstructed view throughout the living... Featured review My husband and I researched for months looking for the perfect place for our spring vacation and we found it! This condo is absolutely stunning and is perfectly located on the east end. The grounds are... 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... Key Amenities About this property " Sunny Money " Unit 703 Leeward Key Condominium2 King Bedrooms + 1 Queen / 2 Bath / Gulf Views / Sleeps 6Welcome to your perfect beachfront getaway! This stunning gulf-view condo in Destin, Florida offers breathtaking views of the emerald-green waters and sugary white sand of the... Featured review This was our second stay at Leward key Condo. It is a great location in terms of beach closeness, beautiful neighborhood, places to eat and shop. Miramar beach is the best of Destin, near town (but not... 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 Stunning Beach Front Condo, Sleeps 5, 1 & 1/2 Baths, Come and EnjoyFree wi-fiFree Beach Chair Service (Mid March-Mid October) 2 Loungers and a large umbrella, ENJOYThis is a wonderful gulf front condo with a spacious balcony on the 7th floor at Summit Resort. From sunrise till sunset... Featured review We stayed just a few days in this condo. Nice condo for just a couple. The kitchen was very well stocked for cooking. Need a chest of drawers for clothing since the closet is small. The couch & the bed... Key Amenities About this property Come see where the ocean meets the sand!This amazing home offers panoramic Gulf and Bay views. In fact, there is a water view from ever window of the home! This home occupies a narrow stretch of dune separating the Gulf of Mexico and the St Joseph Bay. You can set your chair up to watch the sunrise... Key Amenities About this property This three story beach house has one of the largest pools available in the area. This pool measures 16'x24' and 5' 1/2" deep with an attached hot tub and includes lighting for night swimming. A beautiful privacy fence surrounds the entire patio/pool area.Only 52 steps from pool... Featured review The house has everything and it’s absolutely beautiful! The location is great, the rooms are all very nice! Key Amenities About this property Easy Breezy is a spectacular Gulf-front retreat located directly on the pristine sugar-white beaches of Cape San Blas. Designed for unforgettable group getaways, this beachfront home comfortably sleeps up to 22 guests and offers the perfect blend of luxury, space and laid-back coastal living. Wake each... Key Amenities About this property Calypso 3-601 - Calypso Coastal Collection: The Gulf View HavenEnjoy the best of both worlds in this beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom condo located just across the street from the beach in the heart of Panama City Beach.Take in stunning Gulf and beach views from your private balcony... Key Amenities About this property Great Location!!! This new 5 Bedroom + Bunk Area has 3.5 Luxurious Bathrooms, Large backyard with Private Pool and pet Friendly! Beach Haven sleeps 14 in beds (Max guests 16)! It has parking for 4 cars. Just steps from the beach! Pool Coming January 1st, 2023. Heated Pool (Pool Heated for additional Fee).... Key Amenities About this property Less than a two-and-a-half minute walk from the pool deck to the sand! This big, beautiful house has everything you could want! A brand new build with all the necessities this house has so much more. This is a family-friendly vacation paradise close to the beach. The house was built specifically for... Featured review We had a group of 30 adults and everything about this property was fabulous…. Only a two minute walk to the beach or pompano Joe’s. There is plenty of room to accommodate a large group in the pool/hot... Key Amenities About this property Located in a prime area or Panama City Beach, at a short walk from the new and exciting Pier Park, the Tidewater Beach Resort is one of the most exclusive resort on the Emerald Coast and more amenities than most of the resorts in Panama City Beach. Our condo has the master bedroom with a king size bed... Featured review We loved the location Had a few sightings of porpoises and stingreys. Grand kids enjoyed the lazy river as did we. Great hosts. Key Amenities About this property Step into paradise at our vibrant beach home! - 2 king master suites and a playful bunk room - Large Saltwater pool - Blackstone grill and cozy outdoor seating - High-speed Wi-Fi and gourmet kitchen - Beach wagon provided Managed by Ascent Cohosting. Local Rosemary/Laguna Beach shops and... 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.Pristine direct Gulf view two-bedroom, two-bath condo.Wake... 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 Sandy Bottom, a premier gulf view home that is perfect for your next family vacation! This private pool home offers four bedrooms and three baths that can comfortably accommodate up to ten guests. This home is a short walk to a semi-private beach access and offers a great outdoor lounging area... Featured review The house was as stated or better. Very clean. Pool was wonderful! Gulf was still a little cold for our liking so the heated pool was absolutely wonderful. Very sad to see the Trading Post had burned but... 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 Welcome to Tahitian Turtle! Spacious, updated retreat with 3 King suites + resort-style lagoon pool. This beautiful home is perfect for your family beach vacation! There is room for everyone in the spacious floor plan, with 3 king beds, 1 queen bed and 2 sleeper sofas. We've... Key Amenities About this property Lakeview 4 | Flip Flop RetreatMiramar Beach, Florida Vacation Rental | 2-Minute Walk to the Beach | Beach Chairs & Umbrella ProvidedYour Emerald Coast getaway starts here! Lakeview 4 – Flip Flop Retreat is a cozy beachside condo that combines convenience, comfort, and fun in one unforgettable... Featured review The apartment is exactly how it is represented in the pictures. It has some wear, a few of the doors are splintered and need to be pushed hard to close. Master bed and bunk have very comfortable mattresses.... 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... About this property White Sand by the Sea at Huntington by the Sea – 2025 Updates!Come fall in love with White Sand by the Sea! This beautiful 2nd floor unit at Huntington by the Sea has recently been updated with some new furniture, doors and completely renovated bathrooms! Located in the eastern most part of... Featured review Very comfortable and nice unit. Beautiful views! Beds were a little soft for older joints. Guest bath was a little small. But I would rent again and recommend. We truly enjoyed this unit. 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... Distance to beach: 100 feet to Gulf of Mexco Key Amenities About this property Welcome to "Lotts of Sun" - Your Beachfront Paradise!Escape to the serene shores of Sunnyside/Laguna Beach, where the sugar-white sand and emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico beckon you to relax and unwind in this classic beach bungalow. Built in 1960, our home is not fancy. No... Featured review My husband and I have been to many Florida beach towns looking for "Old Florida." Unfortunately when we get there we find that what was once a quaint beach town is now busy and crowded. Although Panama... Key Amenities About this property Customer-focused! All inquiries are responded to within 12 hours, usually in less than 4 hours, but most times within 1 hour!Cochran Cottage/Freedom at the Beach house Property Type: Cottage, 2-story structure 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath Sleeps 9 2000 Square Feet with additional 500 sq ft of porches ... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to your stunning Destin waterfront beachhouse, Beach Buck Destin, a Buckhead Rental property, where luxury meets coastal relaxation. Enjoy breathtaking beachfront views, a private heated pool, hot tub, and direct beach access just steps away. Designed for large groups and families, this expansive... 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.Amazing Gulf view vacation home at 1101 Ariola Drive! With... Featured review Perfect home for our family to chill and hang on the beach. We're locals and just wanted to have the beach scene part of our get together. Thank you for supplying all the amenities we expected. Key Amenities About this property GORGEOUS PROPERTY FOR RENT! PREVIOUSLY A PRIVATE RESIDENCE! SIMPLY PERFECTION! DON'T MISS OUT ON THE CHANCE TO VACATION IN COMPLETE LUXURY AND COMFORT! NOTE: This is strictly a family rental. We do not rent to college students. This two-story Mediterranean style home is in immaculate condition.... Key Amenities About this property Short SummaryWelcome to Coral Casita, a newly constructed Gulf Coast luxury sanctuary thoughtfully designed for multi-family groups seeking an elevated beach experience. Styled in an elegant coastal design, this spacious retreat blends refined comfort with standout indoor-outdoor living—just... Distance to beach: 0.0 miles to Camp Helen State Park Beach Key Amenities About this property Oceanfront Condo rental near Panama City Beach Florida!We are right on the BEACH!! The Condo is located in one of the "World's Most Beautiful Beaches" offering you crystal clear waters and pristine white private beaches away from congested areas on Panama City Beach at gated Pinnacle... Featured review My stay here was amazing. I could watch the sunset over the ocean from my porch each afternoon and the unit is absolutely beautiful. The host is simply amazing and very accommodating and kind… I will... Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Miramar Beach Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Sandpiper Cottage!Don't let the word 'cottage' in the name mislead you → This single floor 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom OPEN CONCEPT home has ample space for 8 people!Our main target audience is FAMILIES. We love families of all ages! Read on to see how we make this home... Featured review The Sandpiper cottage was an awesome place to stay for our beach vacation. The beds, kitchen. and living room areas were more than accommodating. It was only a short walk to the beach and if you prefer... 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 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.This remodeled 6 bedroom, 4 bath Gulf Front home on Navarre... Distance to beach: 0.5 miles to Community Beach Key Amenities About this property UPDATED PHOTOS COMING SOON!!!!Welcome to SEA to Sea—a beautifully designed, 3-story vacation home nestled in the exclusive Preserve at Grayton Beach. With over 3,000 sq. ft. of upscale living space, this home offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 12... Featured review Everything was perfect for our visit. The house was amazing. Had great accommodations, beds were comfy, plenty of towels, pots and pans you name it, if you need it is right there at the house. Close, private... Distance to beach: 300 feet to Laguna Beach Key Amenities About this property Serene Beach Getaway | 300 Steps/3 mins Walk to Panama City Beach/Laguna BeachAug - Sep - Still great time to visit the beach! Snowbirds Welcome!! You will love the location!Just 3 minutes from the beach with dedicated access – Escape the crowds and embrace peace, comfort, and convenience... Featured review Brand new , very clean with everything provided for a great stay! The house sits on a quiet street with no road noise. So peaceful and perfect for us, yet walking distance to the beach!! Key Amenities About this property “Tidesong” was completed in late 2024. This property is bay front on North Cape San Blas. The private dock extends into St Joseph Bay with plenty of room for your boat or personal watercraft. The home was designed with an abundance of windows so to enjoy the spectacular sunrises over the bay.... Key Amenities About this property Brand New! Welcome to Beach Manor 1004, a beautifully remodeled beachfront escape perched on the 10th floor of Beach Manor at Tops'l Beach & Racquet Resort. Thoughtfully updated with custom finishes, stylish furnishings, and breathtaking Gulf views from nearly every room, this coastal retreat... Key Amenities About this property Beachfront Condo, Sleeps 8, 2BD and 2 BA, Amazing balcony View & Awesome Outdoor FurnitureBeach Service with 2 padded loungers and large umbrella included. March 1 till October 31THIS CONDO IS THOROUGHLY CLEANED WITH ANTI-BACTERIAL CLEANING PRODUCTS THAT KILL 99.9% OF GERMSEmerald-green... Featured review The location was great, nice view of the Gulf of America, close to all the great eating places and of course tne great beaches right out our door. Key Amenities About this property LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - Beachside Bliss: Spacious with a cozy feel on an Estate Size Lot - Unique and Rare 4-Bedroom Vacation Home with a PRIVATE SPORTS BOTTOM SWIMMING POOL and FULL SIZE BASKETBALL COURT. Never take a cold shower INSIDE OR OUTSIDE - OUR SUMMERWIND HOMES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A... Featured review This was the my first time renting a vacation home and the experience at the Summerwind Snowdrift home exceeded my family and I expectations. The owner, Jay, was awesome-easy to work with and answered all... 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.ONLY A 3 MINUTE WALK TO THE BEACH!Nestled amidst the... Featured review The condo was exactly as it was described. It was clean and equipped with everything we needed. The beach was several steps away. The location was so convenient as we were able to easily get what we needed. We... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Southern Sand, a stunning beachfront retreat located on the unspoiled shores of Indian Pass, Florida. Designed for comfort, style, and unforgettable coastal living, this spacious 3,240-square-foot home offers the perfect setting for large family gatherings, group vacations, or relaxing beach... Key Amenities About this property Seasonal Beach Service | Games For The Family | Dog Friendly | Hammocks | Fenced-In BackyardWelcome to Livin' Largo, proudly managed by Beach Getaways, a spacious, dog-friendly Pensacola Beach getaway just a short stroll from both the sugar-white sands of the Gulf and across the street from a... Featured review We’re very happy to rate this home, its owner AND My Beach Getaways a full 5 stars. If we could, we would rate it higher. It was clean, comfortable, quiet and serene with an easy walk to the beach. The... 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 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.Experience the charm of Regency Cabanas #C1, a refreshing... Featured review Let me start by saying this is a nice condo, very roomy and in a great location. The beds are very comfortable, plenty beds for a large group. The kitchen is very well stocked. We did not use the gas... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to SeaBlue Grand-Sandestin Resort, where your dreams of the classic beach vacation come true!Sandestin Resort & Golf is a place where your next unforgettable beach vacation begins. This elegant, one-bedroom condominium strikes the perfect balance between a private, luxurious beach house... Featured review First of all our condo owner Laura Sooone was fantastic , she had us a bottle of wine, all kinds of snacks golf cart & amenities. Elations is the name of condo The places is huge over 2400 acres with great... Key Amenities About this property Check out our website: /availabilityWhy Choose Celadon Beach Resort? Escape to Celadon Beach Resort, located on the serene west end of Panama City Beach – away from the crowds but close to everything you love. Enjoy direct beachfront access with panoramic views of the emerald Gulf waters and... Featured review We throughly enjoyed our stay. We love the cleadon it's on the quite end.of the beach. We try to come every year in May and Sept. The condo has everything you would need plenty of pots pans dishes blender... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to Casa Blanca, a brand-new luxury beach retreat just a short walk from one of the largest beach accesses in the Destin, Miramar Beach, and 30A area, featuring 400 feet of sugar-white sand beachfront, restrooms, showers, and ample parking.Leave the car parked and explore Miramar Beach/ Destin... Featured review We had 13 adults visit and this house was perfect! Everyone fit comfortably with plenty of room for more people. All amenities included were exactly what we needed to have a great week. The golf cart was... Key Amenities About this property Auto Quote, no booking fees, pick your dates, and you will get an instant quote from ivacationonline, check your spam folder! Satisfied with the quote click the blue button, fill out the form and book your stay.Beautiful Home in Upscale Neighborhood. 4BR, 2BA, 2 Car Garage Home within Walking Distance... Featured review I would recommend the area and spectacular views to anyone who absolutely enjoys Florida. The gorgeous place we stayed at and the amenities was everything we needed. Ty again and I hope to make Florida... Key Amenities About this property Welcome to A Perfect Summer, a premier 6-bedroom duplex just steps to the beach via private boardwalk located in the heart of Seagrove Beach along Florida’s scenic 30A. Designed for large families and multigenerational vacations, this coastal retreat comfortably accommodates up to 16 guests with... Featured review A Perfect Summer was perfect. For the week long trip, it gave my family of five comfort and convenience.Check in was seamless with clear guidelines from the host. The house was clean and stocked with... Key Amenities About this property Pet Friendly! Townhome with bay view! 2 Bedrooms each with it's own bath! Living room level has sleeper sofa(new) and half bath. Smart TV and plenty of comfy seating. The living room is a large, sunlit and open to dining and kitchen.Enjoy the window seat or the recliner. There is dining... Featured review My family and I stayed at Ms. Deborah's town home. The home was beautiful, nicely decorated, and fully stocked (pots, plates, silverware, linens, towels, spices, dog bowls, etc). It was just a short walk...
| 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 | $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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