Palm Coast vacation rentals

Experience Palm Coast in vacation home rentals

Located between Saint Augustine and Daytona Beach, Palm Coast is an ideal mix of sprawling green golf resorts and lush nature preserves in year-round sunshine. Whether you want to tee off on an expert course or experience the abundance of exotic Florida wildlife, Palm Coast offers a little something for everyone. Vacation home rentals can be found near the best the area has to offer, ensuring you can turn your coastal getaway into the trip of your dreams.

Local history in Palm Coast

Though Palm Coast is known as a seaside paradise, it also has a variety of interesting historic sites and attractions for history buffs, all within reach of the area’s vacation homes. Fort Matanzas National Monument is a Spanish stone fort from the 18th century that rests on a salt marsh and offers sweeping views of the water, and the Florida Agricultural Museum is a pioneer homestead with farm animals, equestrian trails, and historic barns that offers a glimpse into Florida’s farming past. The Flagler Beach Historical Museum, which houses artifacts from the distant past through to the modern space program, is also of interest. The Holden House, a home in the craftsman architectural style, now holds a museum with artifacts from Flagler County and Florida history dating back to 500 BCE.

Natural splendor surrounds Palm Coast vacation homes

The natural environment in Palm Coast is one of its greatest treasures, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, nature viewing, and unique animal encounters. Vacation homes can be found near such attractions as the Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, an expansive outdoor space with live oak trees and hiking paths, and Marineland Dolphin Adventure, an aquatic preserve with trained dolphins providing educational and interactive shows. Princess Place Preserve, a historic 19th-century lodge with hiking and equestrian trails, and the Bulow Creek State Park, a vast park with ancient trees, historic ruins, and submerged land, combine the best of heritage and nature in the area.

Seasonal weather in Palm Coast

If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your vacation, August, July, June and September are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 83°F.

Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Palm Coast

Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Palm Coast is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• St. Augustine Beach (19 mi / 30.6 km)
• Old Salt Park Beach (3.7 mi / 6 km)
• Palm Coast Beach (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
• Beverly Beach (5.5 mi / 8.9 km)
• Washington Oaks Gardens State Park (5.7 mi / 9.2 km)
• Princess Place Preserve (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)

Sun and surf in Palm Coast

With cinnamon-colored sand and turquoise waters, Palm Coast makes for a great beach retreat for lone travelers or the whole family. Vacation homes are available near Flagler Beach, a popular, natural beach with seaside recreational facilities and shops, and Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area, a vast park with a beach, nature trails, and an abundance of shore birds. The North Peninsula State Park has a 3-mile stretch of shoreline with hiking and cycling paths, as well as turtles and birds, and Varn Park, a beautiful beach with colorful buildings and excellent bird-watching, are also popular locations for seaside relaxation.

Traveling to and around Palm Coast

The nearest airport is in Daytona Beach Intl. Airport (DAB), located 27.1 mi (43.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional), which is 29.3 mi (47.1 km) away.

Transportation in Palm Coast

Palm Coast has many towns and cities with interesting sights and beautiful parks and beaches, giving you endless opportunities near your summer rental. Renting a car gives you the freedom to explore the region on your own schedule, but Palm Coast also has shuttles, taxis, rideshare, buses, and trains to visit attractions throughout the area. With its year-round sunshine, Palm Coast is also a highly walkable area with many popular sites found near each other, making it easy to stroll or bike to your next destination.