Photograph by John McLaughlin

Carrabelle

What’s more alluring—the panoramic water views from this 2,634-square-foot beach retreat in a Panhandle hamlet or the mere 52 feet separating it from the Gulf of Mexico? The house sits on 0.67 acres and was built in 1989 but was completely remodeled in 2001. Each of its three bedrooms has ocean views and wraparound terrace access. As a nod to its original style, the pilings and wall studs remain. Say ciao to the contemporary Italian leather furnishings, hand-selected by the home’s co-owner and included with the purchase. Beachy bonus for watersport enthusiasts: two kayaks for exploring the waves nearby.

2230 Highway 98 W., Carrabelle
List price: $449,999

Photogragh by Andre van Rensburg

Islamorada

This gated 2.88-acre estate offers 1,825 square-feet of paradise in the heart of the Florida Keys. Surrounded by rare palms and lush vegetation, the property holds two residences, both built in the late 1950s and restored within the last two years. The hexagon-shaped main house has a single master bedroom suite with sliding-glass pocket doors that open to a wraparound beachfront porch. The guest home has a bedroom, plus a smaller bunk room and a bathroom. After sandy jaunts, cool off in the oceanfront pool or launch a kayak from the private cove.

82703 Old Highway, Islamorada
List price: $2,995,000

Photograph by East Coast Virtual Tours

Fernandina Beach

This restored 1930s bungalow surprises with its 2,128 square feet. Underneath the street-level main living area, a second residence provides a great place to stow visitors or renters. With five bedrooms and three full bathrooms, the duplex could convert into a larger, single-family residence. The property, at .12 acres, has 50 feet of frontage on the beach. Hop on your bike and pedal down the paths directly in front of this property to explore nearby sites like Fort Clinch State Park and the Amelia Island Historic District.

1088 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach
List price: $927,000

Photograph by Detlev von Kessel

Longboat Key

Built in 1977, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom Gulf-side home had been a beach escape for the original owners and remains a rare piece of Old Florida amid the condos that decorate this island. To maximize the great outdoor experience on 0.52 acres, the rear deck is almost the same as the 1,440-square foot interior. The builders brought the outside in, using a variety of woods to create details such as a cathedral ceiling. Privacy, please? A thick layer of vegetation surrounds the property, offering maximum seclusion. A solo, deeded path leads you to Longboat Key’s 11 miles of tranquil beach along the Gulf. Hop in the car for a short drive to the links, tennis courts or restaurants and shops of St. Armands Circle.

6037 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key
List price: $1,495,000

Photograph by M. James Northen

Vero Beach

This sanctuary by the sea is located in a city that’s gaining a reputation as the “Hamptons of South Florida,” due to its popularity as an escape from Miami’s bustle. The 2,332-square-foot abode on 0.25 acres offers the scenery and sounds of the ocean. Built in 2007, the three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home has premium modern amenities: an elevator, four-bay garage, built-in media center, wet bar, outdoor kitchen and a hot tub on the second-floor deck. A master suite takes up the third level and offers Instagram-worthy backdrops of the Atlantic via a balcony and lookout room.

1820 E. Barefoot Place, Vero Beach
List price: $1,095,000