Vacation rentals in St. Pete Beach

A resort city that makes the most of its stunning location on a barrier island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, St. Pete Beach is known for its incredible sandy shores and friendly, laid-back atmosphere. The city’s beaches are wide expanses of sugar-white sand leading into the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. At low tide, bright green tide pools are revealed, teeming with marine creatures large and small. From kayaking in bays and mangrove tunnels to kite surfing or jet-skiing in the Gulf, water sports enthusiasts will enjoy the wide variety of aquatic adventures in St. Pete Beach. The attraction of peaceful natural park preserves, the St. Pete Pier District waterfront playground, and nearby urban centres such as Tampa and Clearwater enhance lazy beach days. Whether you’re dining on freshly caught Gulf seafood, exploring tiny key islands, or appreciating arts and culture, St. Pete Beach serves up memorable days on the coast capped off by spectacular sunsets.

Any time of the year is a good time to visit St. Pete Beach, though January through May is considered high season. The warm (think mid-20s Celsius) and sunny weather during the winter months and Spring Break periods make it popular with snowbirds and families alike. In the hotter summer months, once school’s out for the year, families also crowd the beaches. The fall shoulder season is an excellent time to visit, as you’ll experience fewer crowds and still enjoy great weather. Like the Atlantic Coast, Florida’s Gulf Coast can experience hurricanes and tropical storms. Hurricane season is from June 1 to November 30, and during that time, tropical storms are possible, so you may want to monitor weather conditions before and during your stay.

Caladesi Island State Park

St. Pete Beach has 32 km of award-winning, sugar-sand beaches that are easily accessible from many beachfront properties. For a more secluded island experience, visit Caladesi Island State Park. This unspoiled island is accessible only by boat. Spend a day lazing on its pristine beaches, kayaking through the bayside mangrove forest, or enjoying a nature trail walk to the historic Scharrer Homestead.

Dali Museum

Get a taste of the vibrant arts and culture scene of St. Pete Beach by visiting some of the diverse museums in the region. This three-story museum is home to the largest collection of the Surrealist painter’s work outside of Spain. The striking building resembles a white box with a geodesic glass atrium that appears to ooze out of the structure.

Brooker Creek Preserve

St. Pete Beach’s natural park preserves offer a unique opportunity to take a walk on the wild side. Named for the meandering stream that flows through its 3,521 ha, Brooker Creek Preserve is home to many species of threatened and endangered wildlife. Talk a walk along one of six paths that make up the preserve’s Wildlands Hiking Trail, or join a guided hike to learn more about this unique ecosystem.