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Beach houses

Sand outside the door. Sunset from the deck.

Beach house rentals steps from the ocean — Outer Banks porches, Malibu decks, Amalfi terraces, or a cabana in Tulum. Every house on gobookt is bookable through Booking.com with verified guest reviews and free cancellation on most stays. Best-fit destinations: Outer Banks, 30A, Cape Cod, Malibu, Costa Rica, Tulum, Amalfi, Positano.

Where these shine

Top destinations for beach houses

Mexico

Beach house rentals in Tulum

Jungle ruins, cenote afternoons, beachfront kitchens at dusk.

Mexico

Beach house rentals in Cancún

Cenote swims, Mayan ruins, beach days that never end too early.

United States

Beach house rentals in Maui

Road-to-Hana waterfalls, Haleakala summit dawns, beach mornings on the windward coast.

United States

Beach house rentals in Honolulu

Waikiki sunrises, Diamond Head climbs, plate-lunch trucks, snorkel mornings at Hanauma Bay.

Philippines

Beach house rentals in Boracay

Powder-sand beaches, paraw sails at sunset, island-hopping mornings.

Thailand

Beach house rentals in Phuket

Long-tail boat days, viewpoint sunsets, beachfront kitchens that never close.

Philippines

Beach house rentals in El Nido

Karst cliffs rising from turquoise lagoons — Palawan’s island-hopping capital.

India

Beach house rentals in Goa

Beach shacks, Portuguese churches, scooter days between the north and south coves.

Spain

Beach house rentals in Ibiza

Beach-club mornings, fortified old town evenings, hippie-market afternoons in the north.

Spain

Beach house rentals in Mallorca

Tramuntana mountain villages, hidden cove beaches, Palma cathedral above the harbour.

Italy

Beach house rentals in Sorrento

Cliffside hotels, limoncello terraces, Amalfi and Capri ferries from the harbour below.

Tanzania

Beach house rentals in Zanzibar

Stone Town alleys, spice tours, white-sand beaches that catch the trade winds.

Frequently asked

Common questions

What defines a "beachfront" rental vs. "walking distance to the beach"?

Beachfront means direct access from the property — sand or shore is at your door. Walking-distance means 5–15 minutes on foot. Read the listing carefully; Booking.com photos taken at low tide can mislead.

Are beach houses safe during hurricane season?

Coastal US, Caribbean, and Mexico hurricane season runs June 1–November 30. Peak risk is late August–October. Booking.com / Booking.com refunds for hurricane-related cancellations are property-specific — read the cancellation policy before booking.

Do beach houses provide beach gear?

Many do — beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards. The top-rated houses on Booking.com list beach gear in the amenities section. Otherwise, budget $30–50/day for rentals.

When should I book a beach house for summer?

For US East Coast + California peak weeks (July 4th to Labor Day), book 4–6 months ahead. Off-season shoulder weeks (June, September) have much better rates and 1–2 month lead times.

Explore more

Every accommodation type on gobookt

Villas

Private pool. Full staff optional. Just you.

Cabins

Wood-stove nights, star-filled skies, no signal.

Cottages

Small, cozy, thatched-roof or lake-facing.

Ski lodges

Ski-in, ski-out, fireplace roaring.

Lake houses

Dock outside. Pontoon included. Sunset on the water.

Beach villas

Wake up to the water. Private sand optional.

Luxury villas

Full staff, infinity pool, zero compromises.

Private pool villas

Your own pool. No loungers to fight for.

Mansions

Room for the whole crew, and then some.

Chalets

Ski-in mornings, hot tub après, fire crackling.

Glamping

Nature without the sleeping bag.

Farmhouses

Slow mornings, long tables, open country.

Penthouses

Top floor, skyline views, private terrace.

Pet-friendly villas

Bring the dog. Everyone's invited.

Family villas

Fenced pool, bunk room, space for everyone.

Condos

Resort amenities, apartment prices, beach out front.