PENSACOLA BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Pensacola Beach |
| Located on Santa Rosa Island, Pensacola Beach is a perfect holiday destination for a quick getaway or a peaceful retreat. Discover the emerald green waters or relax on the sugar-sand beaches that spread 40 miles of the gulf course. Feel the adrenal rush indulging in water sports during the day or immerse yourself in the excitement of the nightlife. If you are seeking outdoor activities, visit Pensacola Beach for charter boat fishing, sailing, golfing, parasailing, and much more. |
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Pensacola Beach Vacation Rental Information |
| Pensacola Beach vacation rentals include rental homes, villas, condos, apartments, chalets, cabins and cottages. Ideally located, the rentals offer breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico and the vast expanse of the sugar white beaches. Most of the accommodation comes in 2, 3, 4 or 5 bedroom homes that can sleep up to 12 to 14 people depending on the size of the vacation home. A 2 or a 3 |
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| bedroom Pensacola condo is perfect for small families and couples while a town-home or a villa with 4 to 5 bedrooms will be ideal for those planning a family reunion or a large group of people. Most of the vacation rental homes in Pensacola Beach offer a host of amenities such as cable TV, VCR, and DVD players, spa/hot tub, patio, BBQ Grill to make your stay more pleasurable. The rentals are within walking distances of recreational hubs such as golf courses, shopping store, restaurants and nightclubs. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Pensacola Beach |
| Most rentals require security deposits. In case of condos, this can be as high as $200. The vacation rentals do not allow pets as the Florida law prohibits animals on Pensacola Beach. Most of the vacation rental homes are non-smoking units. Some of the vacation homes may also only rent out homes to families or people above the age of 25. Usually during the off-season the discounted rates can go up to 25%, however it is advisable to check with the property owner. Most of the vacation homes charge a cleaning fee and a security deposit. |
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Must See in Pensacola Beach |
| Undoubtedly the sugary white beaches are the main reason for a vacation in Pensacola Beach and in all probability you would be spending most of your time on the glistening shores either lazing around or indulging in your favorite water sport activity. The culture buffs can feast their eyes on architectural and artistic marvels at the Seville Historic District that is home to Florida’s oldest church – Old Christ
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| Church and St. Michael’s Cemetery. In the evenings hit the colorful streets of Downtown Pensacola where you can take part in a pottery or a glass blown workshop; explore the various art galleries; hunt for souvenirs to take back home; catch a live performance or a cultural show and dine in any one of the amazing restaurants. |
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Sights and Attractions in Pensacola Beach |
| Other than lazing on the beach, you can visit the many interesting sites, parks and museums that equally contribute towards making Pensacola Beach a much sought after vacation destination.
• Historic Pensacola Village
• Fort Pickens
• Big Lagoon State Recreation Area
• Naval Aviation Museum |
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Outdoor Recreation in Pensacola Beach |
| Pensacola Beach is thriving with innumerable options for those who just love their outdoors and adventure sports.
• Fishing
• Bird Watching
• Beach Activities
• Water Sports |
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Golfing in Pensacola Beach |
Pensacola Beach has golf at its best. All the golf courses are within driving distances of the beach and you can get a golf package to suit your style of play. Visit the Hidden Creek golf club for an unforgettable experience in golf. The club at Hidden Creek is more than a golf course and offers amenities such as spacious banquet facilities, natural grass driving range and practice green, a full service restaurant and bar & grill. Other golf courses worth checking out include the Lost Key Golf Club, Marcus Pointe Golf Club, Scenic Hills Country Club, and the Creekside Golf Club. |
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Pensacola Beach Fairs and Festivals |
| Pensacola is also popularly known as the city of festivals. The calendar of events includes the Greek Festival, Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival, thrilling Mardi Gras, stylish wine-tasting, scrumptious food fetes, and much more.
• Pensacola Seafood Festival
• Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival |
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Dining and Nightlife in Pensacola Beach |
The exclusive restaurants of Pensacola Beach are the ultimate in dining experience. The menu ranges from delicious home cooked food to amazing seafood. Hit the dance floors after the dinner teat in the local nightclubs or the public pavilions that provide free jazz, blues, rock and country music. Enjoy a fun-filled meal at Bushwackers Beachside Restaurant & Oyster Bar, which is an outdoor beachfront restaurant overlooking Quietwater Sound. The restaurant promises great seafood, and BBQ, Burgers along with scintillating live entertainment. Flounder's Chowder House is worth a visit for its specially prepared flounders that can be savored along with a live reggae music performance every night. Check out the all day menu at Hemingway's. The bar is famous for exotic drinks, spirits, and excitement. Margarita's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina is a must visit for Mexican delights. Open daily for lunch and dinner the place is famous for jumbo 44 ounce margaritas and live entertainment.
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Shopping in Pensacola Beach |
| Pensacola Beach is a shopper’s paradise and you can browse through the various stores to buy souvenirs and gifts to remind you of your memorable visit to this place. Alvin's Island Tropical Department Store is perfect to shop for accessories, boutique, childrens clothes, jewelry, souvenirs, sports, and swimwear/beachwear. For art, cards and gifts, you can check out Beach Ragz. The Bead Shop offers a huge collection of Gifts, Jewelry, and souvenirs. If you want to rent video/camcorders, buy tapes, transfer from VHS or access Internet or email visit Capture It. Bayfront Gallery is a must visit to shop for a fine collection of fine craft, blown glass, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, metal, wood, mixed media, kinetic sculpture, watercolor & acrylics, and much more. |
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Best Times to Visit Pensacola Beach |
Pensacola Beach enjoys year-round sunshine. The best time to visit is spring or fall when the temperatures are moderate, days warm and the nights cool. The summer months of June to September are hot and humid and so there are fewer holiday crowds. In addition, there are always chances of rain. Late spring and summers are the value seasons if the budget is an important consideration. The peak seasons are winters and early spring and more so the month of March as the beach is very popular with the college students who flock here during the spring break. |
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Time Zone for Pensacola Beach |
| Central Standard Time. |
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Getting To and Around Pensacola Beach |
The Pensacola area is served by three airports with transport directly available to Pensacola on Delta or American. Pensacola Beach is connected by Interstate 10, and two lesser national highways. You can also drive along State Road 399 to reach the area.
Most places within Pensacola Beach are within walking distance. In the summer months and during weekends free trolleys are available. You can rent a bicycle to travel around the island.
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