Title: The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=74028&destination=Anna+Maria%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=34096855&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! ## Photo gallery for The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! ![Property grounds - The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! (Anna Maria Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096900/34096855/34fed07b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! 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(Anna Maria Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096900/34096855/58db6034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach, The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! provides amenities like laundry facilities. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this vacation home is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! Welcome to Osprey House, Gulf front vacation rental-located on the North end of Anna Maria Island. Located directly on the beach, this is the perfect relaxing and fun Florida vacation getaway. You can sunbathe in the tropical breeze or watch spectacular sunsets from your own porch. This private and tranquil three bedroom, two bath home rests on a spacious deck that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico . Each beach themed room is comfortable, private and relaxing. Walk outside onto the sandy white beach to rest and swim. Or unwind on the balcony and take in the breathtaking view of the sand dunes and the blue waters. Only a few blocks away, Pine Avenue offers many attractions including shops, seafood restaurants and art galleries. Stroll to the Rod N' Reel or City Piers for a bite to eat and take in the magnificent ocean view. For adventure seekers, there are ample sporting opportunities. From fishing to kayaking or biking, Anna Maria island provides something for everyone to enjoy. Wake up to the sound of the waves, search the sand for sea shells and delight in the wonders of Anna Maria island right here at OSPREY HOUSE, which was named after the Osprey families that have nested at the top of a Norfolk pine on the property for the last ten years. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26930000/26929972/a9878a91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Colorful beach cottage w/ heated private pool & grill area - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Anna Maria, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Bradenton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Anna Maria travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Anna-Maria.dx74028) [View more Vacation homes in Anna Maria](https://www.expedia.ca/Anna-Maria-Private-Vacation-Homes.d74028-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.53347%2C-82.74279&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=USz0fdKc9QwMz3XniwV6Vn6v5RQ=) Anna Maria Island, FL ### What's nearby - ![Sarasota_BeanPointBeach_6296220-6](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296220/4bcbde9b-ad62-47dd-b1cf-bd30087ca832.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bean Point Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - ![Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565259960/4bf2b734-4aa3-4dfe-b672-837a32a859e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bradenton Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Sarasota_AnnaMariaIslandMuseumandHistoricalPark_6295969-2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295969/4a4727c9-1fda-423e-8825-ead5cae33120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Anna Maria Beach 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Anna Maria City Pier 17 min walk \- 1.4 km ### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - The Ugly Grouper 7 min drive - Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe 10 min drive - The Sandbar Restaurant 16 min walk - The Waterfront Restaurant 19 min walk - Ginny's & Jane E's 16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach!? ### What time is check-out at The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach!? ### Where is The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Perfect Gulf Front Vacation, Directly on the Beach! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANN T. Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit on the Anna Maria Island beach The very clean home is right on the beautiful beach. Communication with the owner couldn't be better. Location is close all Pine Avenue restaurants and shopping. It was well stocked with everything we needed. Towels and beach chairs were especially nice. We had a wonderful stay! ##### ANN T. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt D. Apr 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family location The property fit our style very well. No frills except the gorgeous views. Steps from the water and easy walk or bike ride to town. Very nice property owner. ##### Matt D. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B. Feb 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Million dollar view Great location and excellent views of the Gulf. Sat On the deck and enjoyed the sunsets. New kitchen was nice and well stocked. Looking forward to next year to stay for a Week. ##### John B. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen F. Feb 23, 2016 #### Beyond PERFECT! This beach house is beyond perfect: amenities, size, location and comfort. Our family of four (2 adults/1 teen/1 pre-teen) had an absolutely wonderful time here. It has enough space without being too big or too small. The two screened in porches were excellent for early morning coffee and reading with beautiful beach views. So grateful for finding this house on Home Away! ##### Jen F. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barry C. Aug 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location This house has an amazing location on Bean Point, AMI, and is full of charm!!! The private beach access was perfect! Made it so easy to setup our umbrella, beach toys, chairs, etc. (which were provided by the owner) for the day, then run back and forth to go inside if necessary, especially when the 4 o'clock showers rolled in! LOVED IT! Great communication with the owner, before and during our stay. Looking forward to going back next season!!! ##### Barry C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph P. Apr 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place! This place is great for our family. This was our second time here. Love the views. Love the location on the island. Does not seem as busy here on the north end. Only 120 steps to the water. Property is as described. Communication with host is great. Will come back again! ##### Joseph P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas H. Apr 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house in great location This house was in an amazing location for easy access to the beach and in a quieter less crowded part of the island. We loved being able to walk out our door right down to the water. It was very well stocked including beach accessories, plenty of beach and bath towels, and even a high chair for our child. The views from the second floor bedroom were gorgeous. It's an older house but was incredibly clean. We would love to return here in the future. ##### Thomas H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph P. Mar 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Beach Vacation Spot Perfect spot for our family! Amazing views from sunrise to sunset. We loved being right on the beach. Hosts provided EVERYTHING we could need for the beach! Enjoyed many meals on the grill outside and had our toes in the sand every day. Beds were so comfy. Great beach house, we would definitely stay again! ##### Joseph P. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John H. Jan 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Your Private Beach Not quite, but almost. Osprey House, which extends beyond nearby properties toward the sea, provides uninterrupted views of beautiful Anna Maria Beach and the Gulf across clumps of sea grass. The perspective from the master bedroom is especially extraordinary. Your private path takes you to the beach from the deck. A garage full of beach equipment and a wagon sets you up. We didn't have any problems, but the owner responded to questions within minutes. Perfect service. Don't make the mistake I made--entirely my error. I thought I was renting the entire building shown in the photographs, but this is a duplex with narrower public space. The other unit was unoccupied through our stay. ##### John H. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Kristan B. Nov 30, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Nice location, ok rental Pros: Located directly on the beach Clear water and white sand Near the point of the island where it is slightly less busy Home seems to have been cared for and upgraded over the years - i.e updated kitchen Owner was communicative House was relatively clean with exception of downstairs shower Cons: Overwhelming musty, moldy odor upstairs that prohibited us from using the 2nd bedroom - did not go away after open windows and Lysol so could be a more serious issue Coin-op laundry at $4 per load! Not only is it very pricey and not included in the listing that I noticed, but is extremely inconvenient to find an ATM and get change in order to be able to do laundry House was not well stocked compared to many other rentals we have experienced - i.e. basic first aid, salt and pepper amongst several other things Upstairs windows and screens need repair Several lights in the house either do not work or need replacement bulbs Not a con of the rental, but AMI was not our favorite spot we have visited on the gulf, a bit overcrowded and commercialized, but for many people this would be a pro I think ##### Kristan B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy S. Nov 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Beach House We have rented this property for the last several years and have always had a great experience. The location is perfect and the house is very nice. It's nice to see the improvements/updates made every year to the house. Highly recommend! ##### Judy S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. Oct 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great affordable truly beachfront on AMI, with top notch customer service. We stayed at The Osprey for the first time on our 5th trip to the unparalleled AMI. The Osprey isn’t only the literal best affordable location but its owners (and renters) are truly the salt of the Earth. As long as we continue to come to AMI, we will ALWAYS stay at Mary & Michael’s! #BestTripYet P.S. Do NOT count on Uber nor Lyft to/fro Island. The owner was generous enough to take us to the airport with literally no time to spare after not only a pre-reservation was cancelled but two “immediate” rides on each app were cancelled. She wouldn’t even take the extra cash offered for the literally legendary service! And instead we had the privilege of learning the history of the best rental on the island. #AlwaysTheOsprey ##### Ashley S. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine W. Jul 31, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location! Great duplex, very clean and great location. House had everything we needed for the beach in the garage. Fantastic communication! ##### Christine W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosie F. Apr 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful on the beach! Superb location and Michael very nice to work with 😎 ##### Rosie F. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David A. Jan 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming beach cottage on AMI Check in was simple and we were greeted with fresh flowers. Location was better than expected. Easy walk to a huge beach - great privacy, easy to find your own space and great for kite flying and throwing football and frisbee with kids. Cottage was a bit older but decorated nicely and had all essentials. Furniture was comfortable- master bed was form and comfortable. Shower pressure was great - weird I know but something we like. View from upper deck off master bedroom was awesome. Sunsets were seen from beach house every eve:-) beautiful. Location near Bean Point was awesome for walks either way down beach every am and eve. We absolutely loved it. We usually get a more modern house- but all of the other features made it still a beautiful and memorable stay. Walking distance to breakfast places- Ginny’s and Jane E’s as well as NorthShore. Cafe for coffee and good food. We felt safe letting teenagers walk down Pine for donuts and ice cream as well as down beach to Rod and Reel. We loved AMI and this beachouse! Thanks for the great stay Michael! ##### David A. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris K. Aug 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Steps to beach Great location and everything you need at house. Had a great time and can’t beat the sunsets. ##### Chris K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna P. Jul 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family vacation! Awesome location! Amazing views... beach is literally steps away. We sat on the porch and watched the beautiful sunset over the gulf, every night. Home is so cozy, very clean and well stocked. Just bring your swimsuit, toothbrush and food. We were sad to leave. Michael (owner) provided exceptional customer service... always responded immediately...great to work with . Highly recommend this home if your looking for a relaxing, low maintenance . family vacation. At least one visit to the “Donut Experiment “ is a must ! Dp ##### Donna P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne C. Jun 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Osprey House was awesome! My husband, two teen children, and I spent the best spring break ever at The Osprey House. We all loved this house on Bean Point and the carefree vibe of Anna Maria Island so much that we started planning a return vacation while we were there. The house is immaculate with comfortable beds/pillows and a well-stocked kitchen. The upper and lower porches are perfect sitting areas. I cannot overemphasize the great location of The Osprey House; the beach and ocean are literally right outside of the back door. The owners are gracious and helpful. The beach and Gulf are breathtakingly beautiful and full of wildlife. We especially loved the Royal Terns and watching their mating ritual of males catching and feeding tiny fish to the females. We took long walks and runs, played bocce ball, and watched spectacular sunsets on the beach. We had great food at The Beach House, Harry’s Grill (two evenings, we put our name in for a table at Harry’s, walked to the beach beside The Sandbar Restaurant and watched the sun set, then walked back to Harry’s for dinner), Rod and Reel Pier, Ginny’s & Jane’s Cafe, The Donut Experiment (fun cake doughnut shop), and Poppo’s Taqueria (very casual but yummy Mexican). The fresh seafood in AMI is heavenly. My #1 recommendation (besides booking The Osprey House) is rent a golf cart for travel around AMI during your stay. You’ll have a blast exploring the island by golf cart. Visit the AMI Historical Society Museum if you like that kind of thing; the volunteer staff members are friendly and can answer questions you might have about the area. Thank you to the Trauners for allowing my family to stay in their fabulous beach house. Susanne Coffield ##### Susanne C. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy S. Apr 30, 2019 #### Another wonderful stay at the beach house My family always enjoys our stay at this house. What's not to love about staying right on the beach and wonderful weather in the sunshine state? ##### Judy S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven S. Aug 4, 2018 #### Great location, great beach, perfect size for a family. The Osprey was a perfect match for our group of 6\. The owners communicated quickly and have provided a great vacation rental. Plenty of amenities provided for the beach. The porches are perfect for watching the sunrise or sunset. The house was clean and had exactly what is needed to have a home away from home. We recommend this place for families. ##### Steven S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Tina T. Jul 10, 2018 #### Right on the most beautiful beach and water This house is steps away from the most beautiful beach and clear light green water I’ve ever seen in the continental US! Pros: -Location -great views -beautiful sunsets -great backdrops for photo ops -very clean -nice soft linens; plenty of bath towels -owner responds very quickly -large, ‘outdoor’ shower in the garage -kitchen is well-equipped -Island has wonderful restaurants, shops, and grocery stores close by -we had a bucket list experience of being in knee-deep water with 11 manatees cavorting -lots of shells, sand dollars, and birds (watch out for those nosey crows going into your bags looking for snacks!) -super nice, friendly people on the beach, in the stores/restaurants -safe area -free bus shuttle -lots of good beach chairs/toys/umbrellas in the garage Cons: -2 story house split left to right, so long and narrow with a very small kitchen -coin-operated laundry in the garage, which is very sauna-like -windows are covered with sheers only, which is nice for the views, but let’s in light early and offers little privacy (we covered the windows with the quilts in the house clamping with chip clips) -parts of the house/bathrooms need updating The pros DEFINITELY outweigh the cons for this VRBO! ##### Tina T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle D. Apr 3, 2018 #### Sit Back and Relax Waking up in the master suite with a view overlooking the ocean was the perfect way to begin our day. No black out shades, so be ready to wake up to plenty of sunshine. We loved it! The house was clean and comfortable. Plenty of beach chairs, towels, toys for small children (we didn't have any small children) and having the washer/dryer (coin operated) was a plus. We vacationed with a total of 6 adults and the home offered plenty of room for all of us. House sits just far enough from the ocean for privacy, but close enough to enjoy the surf. This end of the Island is devoid of too many beach goers and was perfect for a quiet family getaway! Just a short walk to Pine Ave. for some shopping and to pick up Key Lime Donuts (YUMMY!) every morning, but get there early! ##### Michelle D. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy J. Jun 4, 2016 #### Highly Recommended Beach House We just left a perfect week at this beautiful beach home. First let me start by saying Michael gave excellent customer service which made this an easy choice for rental property. The home is a duplex but the other side is kept vacant for privacy. There was no one around us, we definitely had quite the privacy and the beach is just enough of a walk to keep the front patio peaceful and private. We are nature lovers and had our fill seeing shark, manatee, skates, dolphins, horseshoe crabs, geckos, sand dollars, sea stars and tons of shells to name a few. Advice for seashell hunting, go early around sunrise for the best pick, otherwise there will just be smaller shells left. The property had absolutely gorgeous views and was very clean. It is not a huge place, but cozy for a single family. Highly recommend and give 5 stars. PS my artist daughter loved the fun art in the house, especially your daughters tree drawing in the bedroom :) ##### Wendy J. Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Angie G. Aug 6, 2015 #### A little piece of heaven First and foremost, we were very pleased with our stay. We were sad to say good bye to AMI. That being said, we weren't aware the washer/dryer were coin operated (though it does say coin operated IF you hover over the word "washing machine"). It wouldn't have been a huge deal except we weren't prepared and the fact that the dryer took more than 1 cycle. In all, 1 load of laundry cost $6.00\. Had we been prepared, we would have simply packed more clothes. Another drawback, the path from the house to the beach was flooded. The only way to walk to the ocean was through about 6" of flood water. Despite all of this, we had a fabulous time. The house is great, the beaches are not over crowded. We made memories that will last us a lifetime! One of the days, the water was so clear, we had fish swim up to us. We found many sand dollars, huge shells and coral. We saw some amazing dolphin play. If you want a true beach experience, this could be the place...it was for us. ##### Angie G. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli B. Mar 20, 2015 #### Our dream came true! This was our first experience with VRBO, and it couldn't have been better. The owner was responsive and helpful. The house was perfect for our family of 5, including 2 teenagers. The shower stall and separate changing area in the garage are genius, keeping sand out there rather than in the house! The beach towels, toys, chairs and umbrella were essentials for us, especially as we traveled by air. The beach was beautiful and we enjoyed seeing dolphins and rays from shore! We also came across a baby octopus that had been washed ashore and were able to observe natural pleasures like this from up close! (we did return the critter to the water). The house was in a desirable location on the north end of the island - close to restaurants and shopping - but not near the busy public beaches! We hope to return in the future. Great experience!! ##### Kelli B. ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [DiamondHead Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Myers-Hotels-DiamondHead-Beach-Resort.h200632.Hotel-Information) > - [South Seas](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Myers-Hotels-South-Seas-Island-Resort.h40732.Hotel-Information) > - [Tropic Sun Towers](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Tropic-Sun-Towers-By-Capital-Vacations.h1169627.Hotel-Information) > - [Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Hammock-Beach-Golf-Resort-Spa.h994170.Hotel-Information) > - [Bahama House](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Bahama-House.h893658.Hotel-Information) > - [Margaritaville Beach House Key West](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West-Hotels-Margaritaville-Beach-House-Key-West.h48713884.Hotel-Information) > - [Bonaventure Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Bonaventure-Resort-And-Spa.h159.Hotel-Information) > - [Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Coconut-Point-Resort-Spa.h792025.Hotel-Information) > - [Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama-City-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Panama-City-Beach.h18867.Hotel-Information) > - [Sarasota Surf and Racquet Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Sarasota-Surf-And-Racquet-Club.h9728448.Hotel-Information) > - [White Elephant Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-West-Palm-Beach-Hotels-White-Elephant-Palm-Beach.h42412055.Hotel-Information) > - [The Resort on Cocoa Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-The-Resort-On-Cocoa-Beach.h329971.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Miramar-Beach-Hotels-Embarc-Sandestin.h1054729.Hotel-Information) > - [Mission Resort and Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Leesburg-Hotels-Mission-Inn-Resort-Club.h2057662.Hotel-Information) > - [Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort by Resort Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama-City-Hotels-Edgewater-Beach-And-Golf-Resort-By-Resort-Collection.h803238.Hotel-Information) > - [The Resort at Longboat Key Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-The-Resort-At-Longboat-Key-Club.h27542.Hotel-Information) > - [Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Myers-Hotels-Pink-Shell-Beach-Resort-And-Marina.h15603.Hotel-Information) > - [Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Cedar-Cove-Resort-And-Cottages.h8099611.Hotel-Information) > - [Amrit Ocean Resort and Residences - Singer Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-West-Palm-Beach-Hotels-Amrit-Ocean-Wellness-Resort.h36247449.Hotel-Information) > - [Windsor Island Luxury | Home in Windsor Island Resort, Private Pool, Arcade](https://www.expedia.ca/Davenport-Hotels-Windsor-Island-Luxury-Home-In-Windsor-Island-Resort.h60809096.Hotel-Information) > - [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fort Pierce West by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Vero-Beach-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Fort-Pierce-West.h538557.Hotel-Information) > - [The Ben West Palm, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Ben-West-Palm.h38983694.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Vacation Club Daytona Beach Regency](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Hilton-Vacation-Club-Daytona-Beach-Regency.h40772.Hotel-Information) > - [The Shores Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-The-Shores-Resort-Spa.h15752.Hotel-Information) > - [Zota Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Zota-Beach-Resort.h15703469.Hotel-Information) > - [Casa Del Mar Longboat Key](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Casa-Del-Mar-Longboat-Key.h15602940.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h4398.Hotel-Information) > - [PGA National Resort ](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Gardens-Hotels-PGA-National-Resort-And-Spa.h10355.Hotel-Information) > - [Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Compass-Hotel-By-Margaritaville.h41961327.Hotel-Information)