Florida is a vacationer's paradise with its ample sunshine, miles of beaches, and abundance of attractions that can satisfy the appetite of every age group. No matter which Florida destination you have in mind for your next trip, you can soak in all the beauty and have easy access to all the best activities and amusements when you stay in a vacation rental that is right for you.
With its miles of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean, it is quite possible that you will be staying along the shores in a bustling and exciting city. Whether you choose the Emerald Coast in a city like Destin or the Atlantic Ocean in stunning West Palm Beach, you can find a home or condo rental that sits directly on the water and has some of the most breathtaking views imaginable. Relaxation awaits when you step onto your private deck or balcony and listen to the sound of the waves crashing ashore and slowly forget all the stress you have left behind.
Views of the water are one thing, but having the soft sand directly behind your accommodations is more convenient than you ever imagined. Heading out for a day at the beach is no longer filled with everyone rushing around, throwing stuff into a giant beach bag and then lugging the monstrosity towards the water as the kids run around you. All you need to do is step out the back door and therein lies the sand, waiting for you to sun on its soft body and build sandcastles near the shore. You can make as many trips as you need back into the house, meaning you no longer need to pack for an entire day and you won't miss out on any of the fun since your supplies are a shore stroll away.
As the most popular destination in Florida, you can find numerous home and condo rentals in the Orlando/Disney area. Enjoy the best in family accommodations in a spacious home filled to the brim with amenities such as a private pool and plenty of beach towels while staying only minutes from the Disney World theme parks. You can come home and relax under the dwindling Florida sun after a long day of enjoying rides and attractions while the kids burn off the last of their energy by swimming and jumping in and out of the pool.
If you are looking for a private retreat where you can escape to surroundings unlike any other, the Florida Keys have you covered. Enjoy a Key Largo vacation rental that is covered with towering trees and radiant flowers as you listen to the sweet song of the birds overhead and soak in the sweet smell of the nearby flora. This is a secret tropical haven for anyone who wants to get back to nature without missing out on any of the Keys fun since a private dock sits in the backyard, begging you to come forward and experience some of the best onshore fishing available.
For those visiting a Florida destination such as Miami Beach for the cultural allure, you can choose to stay slightly off the beaten path by opting for a rental that is not in the touristy parts but rather integrates you into the lively, cultural atmosphere. With rentals available in a variety of neighborhoods, you are sure to find one that makes it easy to enjoy the sights and sounds you are drawn to. Forget about being forced to stay in a hotel that is situated in an area that does not interest you since you can choose accommodations that allow you to experience the community in a manner tailored to your needs.
Florida vacation rentals are located throughout the Sunshine State so you can enjoy all the comforts and conveniences of home no matter which area draws you in with its attractions and amusements. Whether you will be spending the majority of your vacation on the beach or in the city, there is a centrally located vacation home or condo rental that will make it easy to experience everything you want to see and do. Begin your search for the perfect rental today and dive into a more exciting and relaxing Florida adventure than you could have ever imagined.
source:http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/florida-vacation-rentals-58553.html
Monday, July 14, 2008
Friday, April 4, 2008
Looking for a Florida Waterfront Home?
When you’re looking for a waterfront home, what is it that you’re really looking for?
Some people, it seems, are looking for bragging rights. When they buy a waterfront home, it’s all about inviting family and friends over, about hosting dinner parties and encouraging their guests to check out the yard - including the dune walkover to the beach.
Others are looking for relaxation when they seek out a
Still others are looking for a great family home, a place where they will be able to learn about one another, a chance to spend time talking, laughing and enjoying quality family time.
So, which is it for you? Are you looking for a waterfront home that will give you a place with the kids, a spot to relax, bragging rights or a combination of all three?
Resource: www.seasideviews.com
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Florida Keys House Boat Rentalsict
Houseboat vacations are best enjoyed with the family. Vacationing is simply the best way to relax and get together in a paradise such as the
Houseboats are an excellent choice for those who love the outdoors like campers and boaters. They are like RVs able to float on water, and what is nice about them is that you can decide where you want to secure your boat. You can have a barbeque every day, or if you prefer to go and out to a restaurant, smaller boats are available for easy access to other local dining places.
In the Keys, on a houseboat you can enjoy fishing, swimming and diving from the deck. If you don’t feel like exploring, well you can just relax, sit back, and enjoy the
Experienced instructors will assist and guide you before you set out on the waters. They will teach you the basic in operating your boat like how to start and stop, how to steer and also when and how to anchor. By the time they are finish, you will feel confident and assured that you are will be able to set out on your own without any hassle.
Maps as well as marked buoys are also handed out. So you can easily chart your way. You will also find boat safety gear mandated by the U.S. Coast Guard in every boat.
There is no other vacation place that will provide you with a greater experience. You will see nature in a whole new light. You will be able to see wild life supplying aquatic vegetation, or a dolphin slowly swimming through the clear waters of the
House Boat Rentals provides detailed information on House Boat Rentals, Lake Powell House Boat Rentals, Lake Cumberland House Boat Rentals, Florida Keys House Boat Rentals and more. House Boat Rentals is affiliated with Hilton Head Condo Rentals.
resource:ezine articles.comSaturday, February 9, 2008
New heights of luxury in Century City
A garden-ringed condo tower is proposed for one of the Westside's most coveted parcels.
Plans for a 45-story, wisp-thin tower of ultra-luxury condominiums between Beverly Hills High School and the Los Angeles Country Club are set to be unveiled today. Developers say it would be one of the most expensive residential buildings in the West.
The $400-million tower along one of the area's toniest corridors would be the first building in California designed by renowned Paris architect Jean Nouvel, known for his daring designs. He is proposing a narrow glass structure with sweeping views through the building and extensive greenery ringing each floor.
The developer predicts the project will attract European and Asian globe-trotters as well as local empty-nesters ready to move from sprawling Westside mansions to roomy condominiums complete with concierge services, a private club, first-run movie screenings and valet parking.
Even at a time of economic uncertainty -- when Southern California employers are trimming payrolls, stock prices are falling and home values are dropping -- the demand for luxury housing continues nearly unabated in the Westside. And with it has come more traffic and growing homeowner resentment about construction and congestion.
Prices have not been set for the proposed condos at 10000 Santa Monica Blvd. But units in the ultra-luxury Century tower being built in nearby Century City are being offered at a range of $3.2 million to $30 million, and the Nouvel condos are expected to be even more pricey.
Two top-drawer projects are also being planned around the intersection of Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards in Beverly Hills. Last year, British developers paid $500 million for the former Robinson-May department store at the site, where a 252-unit condo and retail complex designed by prominent architect Richard Meier has been proposed.
"How much high-end product can the market bear in such a close proximity?" asked real estate broker Gary Weiss of Madison Partners, who called the planned Nouvel building "extraordinarily ambitious."
Nouvel's developer, SunCal Cos., said it was undeterred by slumping home sales in Southern California and hoped to break ground in 2009. The company said it expected to start seeking formal city approvals next week.
"What we are really doing is addressing an underserved component of the market," said Frank Faye, chief operating officer of SunCal. "We are confident we would be able to sell these units today and we will be able to sell them quite rapidly once they're made available."
Considered one of the most desirable locations for development in the country, the vacant lot was the object of a high-profile bidding war in 2006 when Irvine home builder SunCal finally topped New York developer Donald Trump with a $110.2-million offer for just 2.4 acres.
Ever since, the site has been eyed with curiosity and suspicion in an area where homeowners have already expressed alarm about the rapid pace of development. "The truth is that people are happy in their neighborhood and they don't want to see it change," said Kevin Hughes, president of the Cheviot Hills Homeowners' Assn.
Plans call for 177 units, with two to six condominiums per floor. Elevators would serve every condo directly so there would be no corridors between units. "Each residence is designed as a home in the sky surrounded by an abundance of plants and flowers but with no visual limits to the spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean," Nouvel said.
In Los Angeles, "we have to build buildings especially for this climate," he said. "From the boulevard, it will look like a vertical garden."
City Councilman Jack Weiss, who represents Century City, said he supported Nouvel's concept. "We have never had someone of this caliber designing something residential on the Westside," he said.
"My public-policy goal has been to make Century City a world-class residential destination," Weiss said. "That creates benefits because people can live near where they work and traffic is generated at off-peak hours."
But some neighborhood residents are skeptical about how beneficial ultra-luxury housing would be.
"To make Century City truly livable you need housing for people who work there who aren't presidents of their companies," said Barbara Broide, president of the Westwood South of Santa Monica Boulevard Homeowners Assn. "That's what we need to take car trips off the street."
The mayor of Beverly Hills echoes Broide's concern about how the building might add to congestion. "It will not be easy to digest for Beverly Hills people who are already getting a lot of traffic that is not Beverly Hills traffic."
Faye, the developer, however, said that the residential tower would generate less traffic than the office building that used to occupy the site. The previous owner demolished the building that once housed several tenants, including Jimmy's restaurant.
Faye also said he thought the Nouvel building would be set apart from rivals both in price and amenities.
But competition lurks with many other pricey units coming to market.
Westfield, the owner of Century City's shopping center, plans to build 262 upscale condos or apartments to complement its recent $170-million makeover of the mall.
And Century City landlord JMB Realty Corp. plans to build 483 units on Constellation Boulevard.
Owners of the Beverly Hilton Hotel also plan to add upmarket condos as part of a major upgrade and expansion on the property. Other high-end condos overlooking the Los Angeles Country Club and at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills are being built.
The Nouvel design of SunCal's planned tower is intentionally ambitious, Faye said. "This is an exciting opportunity," he said. "The worst thing we could do is under-deliver."
Source : http://www.latimes.com/
Plans for a 45-story, wisp-thin tower of ultra-luxury condominiums between Beverly Hills High School and the Los Angeles Country Club are set to be unveiled today. Developers say it would be one of the most expensive residential buildings in the West.
The $400-million tower along one of the area's toniest corridors would be the first building in California designed by renowned Paris architect Jean Nouvel, known for his daring designs. He is proposing a narrow glass structure with sweeping views through the building and extensive greenery ringing each floor.
The developer predicts the project will attract European and Asian globe-trotters as well as local empty-nesters ready to move from sprawling Westside mansions to roomy condominiums complete with concierge services, a private club, first-run movie screenings and valet parking.
Even at a time of economic uncertainty -- when Southern California employers are trimming payrolls, stock prices are falling and home values are dropping -- the demand for luxury housing continues nearly unabated in the Westside. And with it has come more traffic and growing homeowner resentment about construction and congestion.
Prices have not been set for the proposed condos at 10000 Santa Monica Blvd. But units in the ultra-luxury Century tower being built in nearby Century City are being offered at a range of $3.2 million to $30 million, and the Nouvel condos are expected to be even more pricey.
Two top-drawer projects are also being planned around the intersection of Santa Monica and Wilshire boulevards in Beverly Hills. Last year, British developers paid $500 million for the former Robinson-May department store at the site, where a 252-unit condo and retail complex designed by prominent architect Richard Meier has been proposed.
"How much high-end product can the market bear in such a close proximity?" asked real estate broker Gary Weiss of Madison Partners, who called the planned Nouvel building "extraordinarily ambitious."
Nouvel's developer, SunCal Cos., said it was undeterred by slumping home sales in Southern California and hoped to break ground in 2009. The company said it expected to start seeking formal city approvals next week.
"What we are really doing is addressing an underserved component of the market," said Frank Faye, chief operating officer of SunCal. "We are confident we would be able to sell these units today and we will be able to sell them quite rapidly once they're made available."
Considered one of the most desirable locations for development in the country, the vacant lot was the object of a high-profile bidding war in 2006 when Irvine home builder SunCal finally topped New York developer Donald Trump with a $110.2-million offer for just 2.4 acres.
Ever since, the site has been eyed with curiosity and suspicion in an area where homeowners have already expressed alarm about the rapid pace of development. "The truth is that people are happy in their neighborhood and they don't want to see it change," said Kevin Hughes, president of the Cheviot Hills Homeowners' Assn.
Plans call for 177 units, with two to six condominiums per floor. Elevators would serve every condo directly so there would be no corridors between units. "Each residence is designed as a home in the sky surrounded by an abundance of plants and flowers but with no visual limits to the spectacular views of the city, mountains and ocean," Nouvel said.
In Los Angeles, "we have to build buildings especially for this climate," he said. "From the boulevard, it will look like a vertical garden."
City Councilman Jack Weiss, who represents Century City, said he supported Nouvel's concept. "We have never had someone of this caliber designing something residential on the Westside," he said.
"My public-policy goal has been to make Century City a world-class residential destination," Weiss said. "That creates benefits because people can live near where they work and traffic is generated at off-peak hours."
But some neighborhood residents are skeptical about how beneficial ultra-luxury housing would be.
"To make Century City truly livable you need housing for people who work there who aren't presidents of their companies," said Barbara Broide, president of the Westwood South of Santa Monica Boulevard Homeowners Assn. "That's what we need to take car trips off the street."
The mayor of Beverly Hills echoes Broide's concern about how the building might add to congestion. "It will not be easy to digest for Beverly Hills people who are already getting a lot of traffic that is not Beverly Hills traffic."
Faye, the developer, however, said that the residential tower would generate less traffic than the office building that used to occupy the site. The previous owner demolished the building that once housed several tenants, including Jimmy's restaurant.
Faye also said he thought the Nouvel building would be set apart from rivals both in price and amenities.
But competition lurks with many other pricey units coming to market.
Westfield, the owner of Century City's shopping center, plans to build 262 upscale condos or apartments to complement its recent $170-million makeover of the mall.
And Century City landlord JMB Realty Corp. plans to build 483 units on Constellation Boulevard.
Owners of the Beverly Hilton Hotel also plan to add upmarket condos as part of a major upgrade and expansion on the property. Other high-end condos overlooking the Los Angeles Country Club and at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills are being built.
The Nouvel design of SunCal's planned tower is intentionally ambitious, Faye said. "This is an exciting opportunity," he said. "The worst thing we could do is under-deliver."
Source : http://www.latimes.com/
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Condos eyed for Brentwood Bay Lodge
Brentwood Bay Lodge wants to add six condominiums to its luxury hotel, following a trend that is becoming the norm in new hotels.
The plan to build the six units goes to public hearing at Central Saanich council chambers on Wednesday.
Owner Dan Behune sees it as a way to have larger units available at the five-star hotel, and provide buyers with a chance at a waterfront vacation home.
"It's a win-win situation for people looking for vacation properties and the hotel, so we can have larger, more luxurious units," Behune said.
The development would need a rezoning to change the property at 7164 Brentwood Dr. to a special new hotel/residential zone on the 1,250-square-metre lot with its 23 metres of waterfront.
Behune and architect Ron Lea envision a three-storey, six-unit residential villa, next door to the Brentwood Bay Lodge but separate from it. It would have two units on each floor of about 1,825 square feet each, with two bedrooms and a den.
The architectural style, colours, materials and finishes would match those on the lodge, including resawn cedar and heavy fir beams.
The public boardwalk along the foreshore by the lodge would also extend in front of the new building.
Behune also wants to extend the existing dock to create four larger boat slips to accommodate larger yachts coming into the inlet.
Strata hotel units allow the owners to use the property when they want, and to put it into the general hotel pool for rental when they're not there.
"We see people buying these units as being from Alberta or Ontario, looking at this as their second or third home," Behune said.
Prices of the units haven't been determined yet, he said, although they would be west-facing waterfront, which isn't likely to be inexpensive.
Studies show that people tend to use their vacation homes an average of eight weeks a year. It makes good sense to buy a place that can provide some income by being in a hotel pool, Behune said. And when owners are there, they have access to all the hotel amenities and services.
Kevin Walker, owner of the Oak Bay Beach Hotel site, said construction costs are so high for full-service hotels that more and more are moving toward a mixed model of hotel rooms, residential or strata hotel units.
Plans for the Oak Bay Beach Hotel include 20 strata units, three of which have been sold, Walker said
Construction work on the Beach Drive site has not started yet.
Walker said he'll have an announcement Feb. 12 on the "go-forward plan" for the development.
Asked about speculation that he has partnered up with a major hotelier, Walker said, "I can't comment on that now, but there will be clarity on Feb. 12."
Source : http://www.canada.com/
The plan to build the six units goes to public hearing at Central Saanich council chambers on Wednesday.
Owner Dan Behune sees it as a way to have larger units available at the five-star hotel, and provide buyers with a chance at a waterfront vacation home.
"It's a win-win situation for people looking for vacation properties and the hotel, so we can have larger, more luxurious units," Behune said.
The development would need a rezoning to change the property at 7164 Brentwood Dr. to a special new hotel/residential zone on the 1,250-square-metre lot with its 23 metres of waterfront.
Behune and architect Ron Lea envision a three-storey, six-unit residential villa, next door to the Brentwood Bay Lodge but separate from it. It would have two units on each floor of about 1,825 square feet each, with two bedrooms and a den.
The architectural style, colours, materials and finishes would match those on the lodge, including resawn cedar and heavy fir beams.
The public boardwalk along the foreshore by the lodge would also extend in front of the new building.
Behune also wants to extend the existing dock to create four larger boat slips to accommodate larger yachts coming into the inlet.
Strata hotel units allow the owners to use the property when they want, and to put it into the general hotel pool for rental when they're not there.
"We see people buying these units as being from Alberta or Ontario, looking at this as their second or third home," Behune said.
Prices of the units haven't been determined yet, he said, although they would be west-facing waterfront, which isn't likely to be inexpensive.
Studies show that people tend to use their vacation homes an average of eight weeks a year. It makes good sense to buy a place that can provide some income by being in a hotel pool, Behune said. And when owners are there, they have access to all the hotel amenities and services.
Kevin Walker, owner of the Oak Bay Beach Hotel site, said construction costs are so high for full-service hotels that more and more are moving toward a mixed model of hotel rooms, residential or strata hotel units.
Plans for the Oak Bay Beach Hotel include 20 strata units, three of which have been sold, Walker said
Construction work on the Beach Drive site has not started yet.
Walker said he'll have an announcement Feb. 12 on the "go-forward plan" for the development.
Asked about speculation that he has partnered up with a major hotelier, Walker said, "I can't comment on that now, but there will be clarity on Feb. 12."
Source : http://www.canada.com/
Fire at a Clearwater condo
One firefighter suffered minor injuries during a fire at the Imperial Cove Condos on Monday morning.
Investigators say the call came in at about 8:15 a.m. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy flames coming from a condo unit, but they were able to bring it under control within 15 minutes.
Two neighboring units also sustained smoke and water damage. A firefighter was transported to the hospital for minor injuries.
Monday, January 28, 2008
A lesson in reading the fine print
A contract error may keep condo buyers from moving into the Water's Edge. The condo towers are one of the Bay Area's most luxurious projects. Owners are in line for a full refund.
Federal law requires HUD to be provided with a property report detailing the project. Lawyers for the project felt that the language in the original contract did not have enough clarity. 109 of the 153 units have been sold since going on sale in 2005. Owners can still move in approximately eight months from now at a discount or get paid to walk away.
The error came as a shock to city officials who were hoping that the project would help revitalize downtown Clearwater.
There are three condo projects set to open in downtown Clearwater in 2008 and 2009.
"Surprise obviously that the law firm had made a mistake on the contract and then obviously some dismay but um... the more that I've thought about it and talked to other individuals I think that maybe we'll squeeze out some of the speculators and hopefully get permanent residents faster than we normally would," said Frank Hibbard the mayor of Clearwater.
Source : http://www.tampabays10.com/
Federal law requires HUD to be provided with a property report detailing the project. Lawyers for the project felt that the language in the original contract did not have enough clarity. 109 of the 153 units have been sold since going on sale in 2005. Owners can still move in approximately eight months from now at a discount or get paid to walk away.
The error came as a shock to city officials who were hoping that the project would help revitalize downtown Clearwater.
There are three condo projects set to open in downtown Clearwater in 2008 and 2009.
"Surprise obviously that the law firm had made a mistake on the contract and then obviously some dismay but um... the more that I've thought about it and talked to other individuals I think that maybe we'll squeeze out some of the speculators and hopefully get permanent residents faster than we normally would," said Frank Hibbard the mayor of Clearwater.
Source : http://www.tampabays10.com/
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