Newly Renovated Waterfront Oasis with a Private SaunaN°001
Miami Area, USA
Private PoolSea View
From $47,535 per night
Florida, the Sunshine State, pairs world-class theme parks, white-sand beaches and cosmopolitan cities with a warm climate all year. Renting a luxury villa here gives families and groups private pools, generous living space and concierge support, all close to Disney World, Miami and the Gulf coast.
- Private-pool villas near Disney World and Orlando's theme parks
- Beachfront living along the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico
- Miami and Fort Lauderdale for dining, art deco and nightlife
- Year-round warmth and an easy winter escape
- Concierge service and direct booking with every Smiling House villa
Known forTheme parks, beaches, subtropical climate and vibrant cities
Best time to visitNovember to April for warm, drier weather; spring for fewer crowds
Nearest airportMiami (MIA), Orlando (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) international airports
Ideal forMultigenerational families, groups, beach lovers and theme-park trips
Spectacular Villa with Most Amazing Views of Downtown MiamiN°002
Florida, USA
Private PoolSea ViewWaterfront
From $19,445 per night
Luxurious Villa With World Class Interiors And Infinity PoolN°003
Miami Beach, USA
Private PoolSea ViewWaterfront
From $19,445 per night
Perfect Villa With Large Balcony And Water ViewsN°004
Miami Beach, USA
Private PoolSea ViewWaterfront
From $17,225 per night
Well Located Modern Mansion with Lush LandscapingN°005
Miami Beach, USA
Private PoolSea ViewWaterfront
From $16,670 per night
40.2m Stylish Yacht With On-Deck Jacuzzi And BarN°006
Miami Beach, USA
Sea ViewWaterfront
From $14,593 per night
391homes available
1–23bedrooms
up to 48guests
248with a pool
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Where to stay in Florida
Events not to miss in Florida
- Late February
South Beach Wine & Food Festival
Celebrity chefs, tastings and beachside dinners across Miami Beach make this one of America's premier food festivals. Book villa dates and dinner tickets well ahead.
- Late March
Miami Open
A two-week ATP and WTA tennis event drawing the world's best players to Hard Rock Stadium. It anchors the tail end of the glamorous winter season.
- Late March
Ultra Music Festival
Downtown Miami's flagship electronic music festival, staged on the bayfront since 1999. The city hums for the whole of Miami Music Week around it.
- Late October
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The world's largest in-water boat show fills the Yachting Capital of America with superyachts and marine glamour. A natural fixture for anyone chartering during a villa stay.
- Early December
Art Basel Miami Beach
The Americas' most important contemporary art fair transforms Miami into a week of exhibitions, satellite fairs and parties. Villas across the city book out months in advance.
Florida through the seasons
- Winter (December – March)
The dry-season high life
Warm, low-humidity days while the north freezes: this is Florida's social season of art fairs, regattas and packed beach clubs. Book villas early for these months.
- Spring (April – May)
Hot beaches before the rains
Sea temperatures climb and the winter crowds thin. A sweet spot for families with pools, boat days and Everglades excursions before summer humidity arrives.
- Summer (June – September)
Green season with afternoon theatre
Hot, lush and punctuated by short afternoon storms, with the best villa value of the year. Mornings on the water, afternoons by your private pool.
- Autumn (October – November)
Boat-show buzz and returning sunshine
Humidity drops, the boat show arrives and the beaches feel local again. An excellent shoulder season for golf, fishing and long waterfront dinners.
Why choose luxury villas in Florida
Florida rewards travellers who want both excitement and space to unwind. A luxury villa offers the privacy a hotel cannot: a screened pool deck, multiple bedrooms for an extended family, a full kitchen and room to gather after a long day at the parks or on the sand. The state's mild, subtropical climate makes it an ideal winter escape, while summers suit beach and water lovers. Smiling House curates a collection of villas across the most desirable corners of the state, from Orlando resort communities to coastal retreats, each backed by concierge support that can arrange park tickets, private transfers, chefs and tee times before you arrive.
Where to stay
Orlando and the Disney World area form the heart of family Florida, with resort communities placing you minutes from the Magic Kingdom and Universal. On the Atlantic side, Miami brings art deco glamour, while neighbouring Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood offer calmer beaches and intracoastal waterways. The Gulf of Mexico coast trades crowds for sunset-facing sands and gentler waters. Florida's historical districts, from St Augustine to old-town quarters, add character for travellers who prefer heritage to high-rises. Our villas span these areas so you can match the setting to your trip, whether that means theme-park proximity, beachfront living or a city base near the nightlife.
Things to do
Orlando is the world capital of theme parks, home to the four Walt Disney World parks. Animal Kingdom brings wildlife close, Hollywood Studios stages interactive shows and stunts, EPCOT explores science and global culture, and the Magic Kingdom delights every age. Beyond Orlando, Tampa's Busch Gardens pairs roller coasters with an African safari theme. The coasts invite swimming, snorkelling, boating and long beach days, while the Gulf side is prized for fishing and serene sunsets. Cultural travellers will find art, aviation, history and science museums across Jacksonville, Sarasota, Tampa and Miami, plus subtropical wilderness and nature reserves to explore at a slower pace.
Dining and nightlife
Florida's table reflects its history and many cultures: citrus, Gulf and Atlantic seafood, southern classics and the bold flavours of Latin and Spanish kitchens, especially Cuban cooking in Miami. The state is equally known for after-dark energy. Miami Beach draws an international crowd to landmark clubs such as LIV, Story, Space and E11EVEN, several running into daylight. In Orlando, nightlife wakes once the parks close, with bars, lounges and dance floors around Universal's CityWalk and downtown's Orange Avenue. Add dinner theatre, Broadway-style productions and live concerts in the major cities for evenings that suit every group.
When to visit and getting there
The most comfortable months run from November to April, when warm, drier weather makes a welcome winter escape; spring brings fewer crowds, while summer suits beach and pool days despite afternoon storms. Florida is exceptionally easy to reach, served by major international airports at Miami, Orlando and Fort Lauderdale, with Tampa and Jacksonville adding further options. A hire car is the simplest way to move between coasts, theme parks and beach towns. Your Smiling House concierge can arrange private airport transfers, in-villa provisioning and park tickets so the practical details are handled before you land.