For many people, winter is a favorite time to visit Florida, and Seaside is a great destination. When the summer gives way to winter, the beach is still a great place to be. The summer crowds are gone, the winter visitors are settling in, and local vendors and service staff are able to relax a little themselves and spend more quality time with their guests, enjoying the winter friendliness of a more calm atmosphere. There's much to love about winter on the beach.
Swimming is possible with a wetsuit, and there are plenty of water sports for the oceangoing visitors, from paddling and kayaking to fishing and boat tours. Dry land, of course, is the most frequent destination for a winter trip to the coast, especially for the snowbirds from the north who come south for some mild weather and a chance to relax in casual clothing and soak up the sun without overheating.
Romantic getaways in the winter also take on a special charm, where couples can get lost in their own world. The Seaside amenities provide gourmet dining, eclectic shopping and plenty of nooks to relax in. For couples seeking a romantic winter getaway, Seaside offers total charm, with a perfect blend of stunning scenery, cozy accommodations, and engaging activities. A romantic dinner at one of the beachfront restaurants is a perfect way to end the day, with views of the sun setting over the Gulf. And the Seaside vacation cottages are perfect for such trips because they are, quite simply, lovely. With their luxury and elegance, it's fun just to inhabit one.
Call us to find the perfect vacation cottage convenient to the amenities you want, whether it's tennis and an indoor pool, playing golf, or other land-based sporting activities. For a boat charter, or to organize that group bonfire or special picnic on the beach, let our Concierge service make all those arrangements for you.
Winter's a great time to explore the surrounding beauty of the Seaside setting. Take those complementary bicycles and ride clear out of town if you want, or take a car ride to some of the many pristine and scenic areas nearby, all within a relaxed day trip from Seaside. There are many scenic wonders and wildlife and bird watching opportunities within just a few miles of Seaside, including nature's own, very rare coastal dune lakes a little over five miles away.
Be sure to check our guides to things to do in Seaside and our Events page to see how many activities exist in winter as well as summer. With less people on the beach, maybe it's time for some serious kite flying. The private beach of Seaside provides plenty of space, and the cooler weather of winter means fewer crowds, and more room to play - there's nothing quite like a walk along the beach. And whether young or not so young, never forget the simple pleasure of building sandcastles. and making designs in the sand.
Seaside is a year-round destination, with special events such as the upcoming Seeing Red Wine Festival, and vacation savings in fall, the magical holiday season through New Year's Eve, followed by that special time before spring comes round again, during which time that novel may just get written - or read - in the quiet of the winter days. Reading by the seashore is a treat we don't always get to enjoy, getting lost in a book with the sound of the waves crashing. The magic of the ocean itself tends to get lost during summer, but in winter it reasserts its powerful attraction. Winter in Seaside is a time - and place - to rest and recharge, to have fun in mild weather, and to appreciate the simple enjoyment of life.