The Best Vacation Rental Beach Houses in Cocoa Beach, Florida (April 2024)

Cocoa Beach, Florida lies just south of Cape Canaveral. It's a fantastic place to visit because of the beautiful beaches, year-round warm weather, and activities for everyone from adults to kids and visitors of all ages. Whether you're here with your family, or on a fishing trip, or with a group of your best friends for a beach getaway, Cocoa Beach offers so much to do that you'll have trouble fitting it all in. You can see the local wildlife at the Manatee Sanctuary or watch dolphins in the ocean. Or head up to watch a rocket launch from the NASA launchpads. Or go kayaking, paddling, or snorkeling. And of course don't miss all of the fun beach restaurants and bars around town, too.

A beach house in Cocoa Beach is one of the best ways to experience this area, because you'll have the extra space and privacy that you need while also being close to everything in town. Many of the best beach rentals in the area are just a block or two back from the ocean. This means that they are affordable and also spacious. With extra bedrooms, more bathrooms, and fully stocked kitchens, you'll be able to stay comfortable and relaxed during your entire trip. So whether you're traveling as a family or a group of friends, you'll be much more comfortable in a beach house than in a hotel.

We have assembled the best beach houses in Cocoa Beach for your next trip. With our experience and research, we have found all of these places to be perfect not just in terms of the amenities provided, but also in the size of the rental properties, the location, and more. If you've been looking around on Airbnb and VRBO, we know it can be challenging to find the right place, so we have done the hard work for you.

This article is part of our series covering the Best Airbnbs and Vacation Rentals in Cocoa Beach, Florida.

Vibrant Villa with Pool, Beachfront

This large and luxurious 6-bedroom house has room for up to 12 people. But it doesn't just offer space to sleep, it's also full of amazing entertaining features such as the terrific swimming pool in the backyard, a location right on the beach, multiple decks and balconies, and a huge interior for everyone to hang out. When you walk out the door you can choose to take a dip in the gorgeous pool or stroll right past it and out to the beach, as this house is oceanfront. Or relax in the hammock, play ping-pong, shoot some hoops on the basketball goal, enjoy the shaded seating area in the covered patio, or relax by the built in BBQ grill.

Inside is a large open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space with enough room for everyone to watch TV, eat at the table, and cook together. The kitchen is fantastic with high-end finishings so you can cook all of your meals in style. The bathrooms are equally as impressive. The bedrooms have a mix of adult and kid-friendly setups, and one room has bunks. Most of the bedrooms have TV's too. Another section of the house also has a game room with foosball, billiards, a wet bar with a wine fridge, and another TV lounge spot. And another room has a movie theater with a projection screen! The list just goes on and on. Parking, Wi-Fi, laundry, and other niceties are included.

The location is perfect. Not only is it right on the beach, but it's also just a few blocks away from the central area of Cocoa Beach with all of the shops and restaurants.

Charming Cocoa Beach Getaway

If elegant and relaxing is what you're going for, this fun and stylish house has both. With a nice swimming pool in the back along with comfortable outdoor lounge areas, a hot tub, and an outdoor shower, you can sip your wine while the kids splash in the pool. Or, head to the beach which is just a few minutes away on foot. With 3 bedrooms, this house has enough space for up to 8 people. You'll be able to cook all of your meals in the updated fully-equipped kitchen which features marble countertops and a large gas range, along with other high-end appliances. Laundry is also included, which is perfect for families traveling with kids. The master bedroom is an elegant escape, and has a beautifully upgraded bathroom. The other bedrooms are nice for kids or adults. If you stay here, you're also just a few blocks from shops, dining options, and grocery stores. This is a terrific and affordable option for any family or group.

Beach Getaway with Ocean View, Pool, and Roof Deck

Need a beach house in Cocoa Beach? Add this one to your bucket list, because it has plenty of great features. This is a family-friendly place with enough room for everyone. Or, it could be good for a group of friends. For the price and everything that's included, this rental is a great value. With a private pool, you can relax, swim, and enjoy everything the area has to offer. The extra space of this 3-bedroom house is an added bonus. You'll be able to spread out across the dining room, , and porch here, too.

Enjoy cooking your meals in the kitchen, which has modern appliances including the dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave. And you can bring the furry members of the family, as this place is pet-friendly. You'll also be very close to Victory Casino Cruises, I Dream Of Jeannie Lane, Cocoa Beach Beach, and Lori Wilson Park. There's a beautiful ocean view, too. Located right by the beach, this is a great spot for a vacation. This place also has a great balcony where you can relax and enjoy the nice views. You'll be close to a number of fun things including fishing, surfing, and shopping. For the price and everything that's included, this rental is a great value.

Cocoa Beach Vacation Home with Pool

If you're looking for a waterfront vacation rental in Cocoa Beach, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is a great option. Places like this get booked up quickly. This is a family-friendly place with enough room for everyone. Or, it could be good for a group of friends. The private swimming pool is a nice spot to relax and unwind, and is one of the highlights of this property. Enjoy cooking your meals in the kitchen, which has modern appliances including the dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove. And with the dining room and, everyone will be able to spread out and relax.

Laundry, television, and parking are also included. You'll be close to plenty of things to do because within five miles you'll find Victory Casino Cruises, Lori Wilson Park, I Dream Of Jeannie Lane, and Port Canaveral. There's also fishing, golf, and surfing in the area.

Cocoa Beach Rental House

With space for up to 8 in the 3 bedrooms, this is a great vacation rental for the whole family. The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront house has a great location, so add it to your must-see list. Nearby is I Dream Of Jeannie Lane which is 6.7 miles away and Cocoa Beach Beach which is 3.2 miles from this house. You can also enjoy the nearby activities such as fishing, golf, surfing, and boating. We love this one! The swimming pool at this house is not just amazing, it's also private so you can relax in style. Guests enjoy use of the fitness center and video games.

Guests enjoy the full kitchen which is great for preparing home cooked meals. There's also the dining area and living room offering more space to guests. One of the bedrooms also has a queen-sized bed. Laundry, television, parking, and a garage are also included.

Waterfront Retreat

One of our favorite vacation rentals in Cocoa Beach is this roomy 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom house that has room for up to 16 people. This is a family-friendly place with enough room for everyone. Or, it could be good for a group of friends. This one is a real gem. Need a private pool? Doesn't everyone? This place has one, and it's relaxing. Enjoy your morning coffee from the balcony. You'll love that Cocoa Beach Beach is only 5.4 miles away and Cocoa Beach Pier is just 1.8 miles from here.

The full kitchen is well stocked and convenient, and features a dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove. Enjoy meals or relaxing in this property's dining room, , and porch. The game room is an added bonus which kids and adults will love. Laundry, television, parking, internet, and a grill are also on the list of amenities. Staying here also gives you access to the game room and ping pong table. There's also fishing, boating, and kayaking in the area.

Direct Riverfront Bungalow with Pool

This waterfront house is a great way to experience the activities around Merritt Island. Located less than five miles away you'll find I Dream Of Jeannie Lane, Cocoa Beach Beach, Cocoa Village, and Cocoa Beach Pier. The property is conveniently close to fishing, horseback riding, skiing, golf, and boating. The swimming pool at this house is not just amazing, it's also private so you can relax in style. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms, there's plenty of room for up to 4 people here, so add it to your must-see list. With space for up to 4 guests, this house a good option for a family or even a couple. Enjoy cooking your meals in the kitchen, which has modern appliances including the dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and oven. This house also has a dining area, which will let you live comfortably on your trip.

The house also includes laundry, television, and internet. This one is a real gem.

Cocoa Beach Getaway House

With room for up to 10 people, here's a 4-bedroom house that makes for a perfect Cocoa Beach vacation rental. It also has 2 bathrooms. With a private pool, you can relax, swim, and enjoy everything the area has to offer.

Why would you ever go inside? Well, the inside is fantastic, too. Cook all of your meals in the kitchen, as the dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave are provided. This is a great way to save money and let everyone enjoy their time together. And with several bedrooms that have king sized beds, everyone will be able to sleep comfortably. Everyone can also relax in the dining room and. Families and groups appreciate the game room. This is a large space and would be perfect for a big family, or multiple families on vacation together. The house also includes laundry, television, parking, a garage, internet, and a grill.

You'll also be very close to I Dream Of Jeannie Lane, Lori Wilson Park, and Cocoa Beach Beach. This location is also close to fishing, golf, surfing, boating, and kayaking. You'll want to just move in forever.

Surfer's Tropical Paradise

The list goes on and on with this beautiful house in Cocoa Beach, so add this one to your must-see list. The location of this beach vacation rental is perfect. Victory Casino Cruises and I Dream Of Jeannie Lane are all less than a mile away. You'll be close to a number of fun things including fishing, horseback riding, skiing, golf, and surfing.

Just head out to the beach from this relaxing spot to enjoy the sun, sand, and waves. Why not spend your next vacation at a place with a private pool? This house has one, and you'll love spending time swimming and relaxing by the water.

The kitchen is modern, well-designed, and of course has everything you need to cook all of your own meals with a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave. And with the dining area, porch, and living room, everyone will be able to spread out and relax. This is an ideal spot for a small family or a couple. With queen-sized beds in several bedrooms, no one will have to fight over which room to stay in. Also on the list for this house is laundry, television, parking, internet, a grill, and coffee maker. This one is a real gem.

Fabulous Beachside Home in Cocoa Beach

For anyone that wants to enjoy a fun-filled vacation in Cocoa Beach, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is a great vacation rental as it can accommodate up to 6 people. With space for up to 6 in the 3 bedrooms, this is a great vacation rental for the whole family.

Not too far away you'll find Lori Wilson Park, Cocoa Beach Beach, Cocoa Beach Pier, I Dream Of Jeannie Lane, Victory Casino Cruises, and Port Canaveral. This one is a real gem.

Cocoa Beach Beautiful Home

The extra room and comfortable touches will let anyone relax at this Cocoa Beach beachfront house. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental has a nice long list of features and has room for up to 12 people. This one would be an amazing option for a large group with all of this extra space. Guests appreciate the convenience of this property's full kitchen which has a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave. There's more space to hang out in the dining area and living room, too.

Everyone needs their own private pool while on vacation, and this roomy house has one. Guests love the convenient location near the beach. Relax on the balcony and enjoy the views. Included as part of the package is laundry, television, parking, and a garage. This one is a real gem. You can also enjoy the nearby activities such as fishing, golf, and surfing. You'll be close to plenty of things to do because within five miles you'll find Port Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Pier, Victory Casino Cruises, Cocoa Beach Beach, Jetty Park, and I Dream Of Jeannie Lane.

Private Oasis

Here's a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom beach house that is roomy and beautiful. It can accommodate up to 10 guests. This one would be an amazing option for a large group with all of this extra space. Couples appreciate the large king-sized bed in one of the bedrooms. With queen-sized beds in several bedrooms, no one will have to fight over which room to stay in. The kids will love the bunk beds found in one of the bedrooms, too. Groups can spread out in the dining area, porch, and living room areas. Guests appreciate the convenience of this property's full kitchen which has a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave. Groups can spread out in the dining area, porch, and living room areas.

The pool is one of the main reasons to choose this place. It's a fantastic addition to the house that everyone will enjoy. There's also a fitness center and tennis that guests can use. You'll love the view from this house, as you can see the ocean. It's convenient to be near the beach. Enjoy your morning coffee from the balcony. Not too far away you'll find Cocoa Beach Beach, Jetty Park, and I Dream Of Jeannie Lane. The property is conveniently close to fishing, horseback riding, golf, and surfing. This amazing house has everything you need, and provides it all with style, too.



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