Two Hours to the Coast
Stay near the theme parks, wake up at the beach. Florida's best coastlines are closer than you think.
The Best of Both Worlds
Orlando sits at the crossroads of Florida's two greatest draws: world-class theme parks and some of the state's most beautiful beaches. From your vacation home, you're minutes from Magic Kingdom and Epcot, yet a short drive puts you on the sand at Cocoa Beach, Clearwater, or the Gulf Coast. Rent a home here and you don't have to choose between attractions and ocean time—you get both, all in one trip.
Six Beaches Worth the Drive
Each one's about an hour away. Each one's completely different.
Wake Up to Theme Parks, Drive to the Beach
This is the real magic of staying in an Orlando vacation home. You're not choosing between the parks and the coast—you get both. Sleep in your own bed after a day at Magic Kingdom, then load the car with beach gear and be digging your toes into sand within two hours. Our homes at Reunion, Championsgate, Encore, and other resort communities put you in the perfect middle ground: close enough to the theme parks to slip away for an afternoon, far enough from the crowds to actually breathe. Your family gets the full Florida experience without the compromise.
Two Hours From Home
The Beaches That Wait For You
From Atlantic swells to Gulf sunsets, Florida's coast is closer than you think.
Atlantic Swells
Catch the sunrise and the waves on Florida's east coast, where golden light meets the break.
Gulf Sunsets
Watch the sky turn amber and pink as the sun sinks into the Gulf, the whole beach glowing.
Shallow Waters
Kids build castles while parents relax—the kind of beach day that feels effortless.
Fishing Piers
Cast a line where the water meets the sky, seabirds wheeling overhead and the catch running strong.
Waterfront Tables
Fresh seafood, ocean views, and the salt air drifting in while you eat.
Clear Water Adventures
Paddle out on a kayak or board into turquoise shallows that feel like your own private cove.
Plan Your Beach Day Like a Local
The beaches near Orlando aren't a detour—they're part of your trip. Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral are closest, about 45 minutes east; Clearwater and Siesta Key run roughly 90 minutes west. Morning light is best before 11 AM, and weekday visits beat weekends for parking and crowds. Pack sunscreen, a light cover-up, and water shoes for the shell-covered sand. Most beaches have free parking near the main access points, though popular spots fill by mid-morning in summer. If you're splitting time between theme parks and the coast, aim for a beach day mid-week when park crowds peak—you'll have the sand mostly to yourself.
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