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Beach Towns
The ocean is calling – waves crashing, gulls crooning, favorite treats tempting you at every turn, and of course, relaxation and fun in the sun. There are so many amazing beach towns, but when you picture the perfect vacation, what do you see? Surf shops and fun-filled boardwalks? Upscale restaurants on the water? Ice cream shops in a quaint coastal town? Which type of beach vacation speaks to you? Whether you’re looking for laidback family fun, unparalleled nightlife, adrenaline-pumping water sports, or charming historic towns, we can help you select the most amazing vacation rentals in the best beach towns.
Family-Friendly Beach Towns
Fresh buttery popcorn and cones dripping with melty ice cream as you stroll down the bustling boardwalk? Yes, please! Some beach towns are just made for family fun. Watch the little ones dip their toes into the waves, search for seashells, and build sandcastles to their heart’s content. Then pop into one-of-a-kind shops, enjoy tasty treats, play a round of mini-golf, and ride amusement park rides until the sun goes down.
Beach Towns with Amazing Nightlife
Looking to feel the ocean breeze in your hair with a Sea Breeze in your hand? No need to end the party when the sun goes down. Enjoy the sun and sand all day long, relax with breathtaking sunset ocean views, and then indulge in the culture and nightlife of an amazing beach town known for after-hours action. World-class dining, exotic cocktails, live music, bars, and nightclubs invite you to enjoy the best of the beach all night long. Don’t worry – you can always take a nap in the sand tomorrow.
Adventurous Beach Towns
Lying in the sun all day not your cup of tea? If an active vacation is more your speed, a beach town ripe with adventure is what you need. Kayak or paddleboard in crystal clear water, snorkel or dive right along with sharks and rays in a coral reef, or ride the waves in a jetski or on a tube pulled by a speedboat. Get your adrenaline pumping with an off-road ATV tour or a tree-top adventure course. Hike or bike miles of trails or spend the day fishing or whale watching. With so much adventure waiting for you, you’ll barely have time to sunbathe – and that’s perfect.
Historic Beach Towns
If your ideal beach vacation involves strolling through a charming downtown and browsing quaint shops, one of our favorite historic beach towns may be just what you’re looking for. Spend the day oceanside or discover what’s hiding in the bay’s tidal pools. Then bike downtown to explore sweet shops and restaurants, or visit a museum to learn more about local history. Head out in search of a picturesque lighthouse and climb to the top for breathtaking views. Then spend the evening stargazing in a town where the modern world slips away and time stands still.
Have something very particular in mind? No matter what it is you’re looking for – incredible luxury, oceanfront, right in town – we have the best vacation rentals at the beach just waiting for you.