Looking into our next vacation here. Family of 4 (young kids). Would love any information on how to get started finding a lovely rental. Also, is May a noce time to visit? It is busy that time of year? ... more

... to see the VRBO listings (Vacation Rentals by Owner). These homes are being rented directly from the owner with no management company involved which can mean a reduced rental fee. Management companies generally take about 30% commission. http://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/region/usa/florida/panhandle-south-walton-beach ... more

... husband & I are looking into rentals for late Aug. / maybe Sept. and I can't tell which area would have more secluded beaches - Blue Mountain (I found a beach cottage there that says it has direct beach access), or Rosemary Beach near Seaside (I found some rentals there through Orlando ... more

... beach. Last year was the first year they stayed at Blue Mountain Beach. Our rental faced the beach, the boardwalk to the beach was right beside our rental. It was very private. In the past they have stayed at Greyton Beach, and people have drive cars on the beach, YUCK ... more

... trying to plan a short vacation to one of these beach towns in late February. There will be 5 of us (4 adults and a 12 month old baby). Can you recommend the best? Also, I have heard alot about a bike path linking the towns...is this true and ... more

... old loves it. Couple of hints- Try Emerald Sun and Reward rental agencies. They are cheaper. Favorite homes- chez by the sea and Michellle something- i forgot th rest of the name. both are beachfront with their own private pools. Good luck. Must eat at Red Bar and Cafe 321 ... more

Thanks for the tips. I tried to find the beach houses but no luck. Not on the first rental agency's site and the other agency -Reward, I could not find. I'll keep looking. Thanks again. ... more