Flagler Beach beach vacation rentals

Just 21 miles north of lively Daytona Beach and 35 miles south of historic St. Augustine, these six secluded miles of cinnamon-colored sand are sought after for their tranquility and Old Florida vibes. Quirky and community-oriented, the seaside enclave offers you prime opportunities to dip in and out of its eclectic shops, dine al fresco at waterfront seafood restaurants, and meander through verdant parks. Kayaking and canoeing trips are popular along a network of winding creeks, tranquil estuaries, and relaxing lakes, while surfers and anglers will appreciate the fine stretch of Atlantic Ocean, along with a pier so scenic that some couples reserve it for their weddings. Sunrises and sunsets are always in full view due to a three-story building cap — the modest residences and beach cottages offer a taste of the laid-back Florida life without any of the glitz or fuss.

There isn’t a bad time to book one of Flagler Beach’s vacation rentals, as the weather tends to remain temperate throughout the year thanks to the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean. But most visitors tend to show up in the wintertime, because even the coldest day here is still pretty warm compared to most other places. Things get toastier in the springtime and humidity rises, too, though precipitation stays low, and visitation drops off a bit. Temperatures climb still higher in the summer, and the number of visitors keeps dropping. These trends continue through the fall, which is also a lovely time to visit. Year-round events include festivals, live music, farmers’ markets, and art shows, and things can get pretty wild in March during Daytona’s Bike Week.

Flagler Beach Municipal Pier

Opened in 1928, this scenic pier juts 806 feet into the Atlantic and offers prime opportunities for fishing, birdwatching, and sunrise and sunset viewing. It’s open daily from 6 a.m. to midnight, and charges small fees to stroll along or cast a reel from. There’s a bait shop at the entrance.

Drive the Historic A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway

The A1A is a mostly two-lane stretch of waterfront beauty that stretches from Gamble Rogers Memorial Park on Flagler Beach in the south to the luxurious Ponte Vedra Beach in the north. The 72 miles between the two traverse state parks, national monuments, nature trails, estuaries, and of course, stunning beaches as far as the eye can see.

Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area

Named for the Florida folk singer and raconteur, this barrier island park stretches across 145 acres of graham-cracker-colored beach, coastal dunes, maritime hammock, and riparian habitat. Anglers like it for the opportunity to reel in red drum, flounder, and trout from the riverbanks, while the beach is a draw for swim fans and sandcastlers alike.