Beach Hotels in Seaside, Florida

Seaside is a picturesque town located in the panhandle of Florida with views of the Gulf of Mexico, Victorian homes and cobblestone streets that allows visitors to take a step back in time. The area offers many activities for outdoor enthusiasts of all types, offering swimming, golf, deep-sea fishing, hiking, tennis and biking. All three of the accommodations below provide these activities on-site or are within close proximity to them.

Seaside Cottage Rental Agency

Tucked away in this quaint little town you can stay in one of 80 cottages that range in size from a standard room with a queen bed and 1950s decor to a beach-view deluxe villa with walk-in shower and Jacuzzi. Cottages feature amenities such as a coffee maker, free newspaper and cable television. For active guests, there are six tennis courts, three swimming pools and lawn croquet on-site. The beach, kayaking and sailing are just a short walk or bike ride away.

Seaside Cottage Rental Agency
2311 E. County Road 30-A
Seaside, FL 32459
(888) 732-7433
shdweb.com/lodging/hotelinfo/23103.html

Inn by the Sea Vera Bradley

This elegant retreat was designed by Vera Bradley and provides guests with a welcome gift and a daily breakfast. Those who have an affinity for the South will enjoy the cuisine at the Inn's on-site restaurant. The Inn also provides access to outdoor activities such as swimming and tennis. Room amenities include flat-screen televisions, refrigerators and private baths.

Inn by the Sea Vera Bradley
38 Seaside Ave.
Seaside, FL 32459
cottagerentalagency.com/InnByTheSea.asp

Watercolor Inn & Resort

This beachfront oasis is located on 499 acres, with nearly half of the grounds consisting of open areas and preservations, making this resort an outdoor adventure in itself. This family-friendly facility offers complimentary usage of bicycles, kayaks and canoes. Spend the day on a sailing excursion or hike through the woodlands, then wind down at night with complimentary evening cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Room amenities include a porch or balcony, walk-in showers, fresh baked cookies and nightly turn-down service.

Watercolor Inn & Resort
34 Goldenrod Circle
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
watercolorresort.com

Article Written By Paisley Parmer

A full-time home educator and mother, Paisley Parmer is a Central Florida native. Parmer writes education-related articles with forays into travel and family-related topics. Her work has been published on various websites.

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