Details of our Orlando Florida vacation rental home

Florida's miles of sugar white sands curl around the coastline as it's biggest attraction, inviting you to find out why these beautiful beaches are Florida's siren song. Nature reserves and parks invite you to explore Florida's natural wonders. You'll come back refreshed and renewed - and ready to enjoy a few more days at Orlando's great attractions.

East Coast (Atlantic Ocean. The sea can be a little rough on this coast and the sand is more like our sand in the UK).

DAYTONA BEACH AREA

About 60 miles from Orlando. Take the I-4 East to the I-95 North and exit at US 92 which turns into International Speedway Boulevard and leads directly to Daytona Beach and A1A central. A long sandy beach.

DELAND / WEST VOLUSIA

On Hwy. 92, 20 minutes south of Daytona Beach, is Deland, home to historic Stetson University. Also in West Volusia County are natural springs, found in Blue Spring State Park, Deleon Springs State Park and Gemini Springs Park.

NEW SMYRNA BEACH

Less than an hour from Orlando. Take the I-4 east to New Smyrna signs. A very popular surfing spot with 8 miles of white sand beaches. Climb Ponce Inlet Lighthouse's 203 steps for a breathtaking view of the area.

COCOA BEACH AREA

About 40 miles from Orlando, enjoy quiet, clean beaches and Florida's natural wonders. Shuttle launches are visible from the beach. Take Hwy. 528 East (Beeline) directly to A1A for surf and sun.

ST AUGUSTINE

Take the I-4 west to I-95 north and follow signs to St Augustine. Explore the nations oldest city. Tour trains, trolleys and horse drawn carriages are the preferred means of travel in this historic community.

SOUTH COAST

MIAMI BEACH

Approximately 230 miles from Orlando. Take Florida's Turnpike south all the way to Miami, then follow the signs to the beaches and the A1A.

FLORIDA KEYS

Take the Florida Turnpike until it turns into US. 1. Approximately 230 miles to Key Lago and 370 miles to Key West from Orlando. Known for spectacular fishing, snorkelling, diving and a variety of other water sports.

WEST COAST (Gulf of Mexico, normally the calmer sea's of the two coasts and the sand is like talcuum powder).

CLEARWATER BEACHES

About 110 miles from Orlando. Take the I - 4 west, then the 275. Turn off on the Courtney Campbell Causeway exit ( airport exit ). S.R. 60 takes you right to the Gulf Coast.

ST PETE'S BEACHES

About 105 miles from Orlando. Take the I - 4 west to the 275 south across the Howard Franklin Bridge. Stay on the 275 south to the Bayway. ( Exit 9 )

BRADENTON AREA BEACHES

Including Bradenton area, Longboat Key, and Anna Maria Island. About 119 miles from Orlando. Take the I - 4 west to the I - 75. Take the first Bradenton exit ( 43 ) and follow it to the Gulf. Beaches to the left, right or straight ahead.

SARASOTA BEACHES

About 140 miles from Orlando. Take the I - 4 west to the I - 75 south. Take exit 39 (Fruitville Road) to get to Lido Beach. Enjoy Siesta Beach, winner of the 'worlds' whitest beaches contest, or Lido's beach golden sands.

NAPLES BEACHES

Take the I - 4 west to the I - 75 south to exit 16. Enjoy powder white sand and abundant sunshine in this relaxing upscale area.

Beach Excursions from Orlando