
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Merritt Island
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3/2 Coastal Pool Home ~ 8 mins to Port / Beaches!
Beautiful Pool Home Near Port Canaveral & Beachline – Minutes to KSC & Cocoa Beach! Immerse yourself with tranquil views in this updated 3-bed,2-bath private oasis! With a newly resurfaced large 8ft deep pool, it’s a family hit! With a fully paved spacious deck it’s prime for soaking up of some of the iconic FL sun!☀️ Located near SR 528 for quick access to Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral, local attractions, and the sandy shores of Cocoa Beach. Perfect for families & space lovers alike!

Coastal 3 Bedroom Island Bungalow Minutes to Beach
Enjoy coastal charm and modern comfort in our 3BR bungalow. Featuring quartz countertops and low cleaning fees, this home is perfect for romantic getaways or family vacations. Just 10 mins to Cocoa Beach, cruise terminals, and 40 mins to Orlando. Close to everything, explore nearby highlights like Kennedy Space Center, Cocoa Village, USSSA stadium, and Ron Jon’s Surf Shop. Enjoy Cocoa Beach’s pier, surf spots, and cafes. Pet-friendly with a fully fenced yard and private launch views. Book now!

Cozy One-Bedroom Suite in Central Merritt Island
Our cozy one-bedroom suite, located in the heart of Merritt Island, features a comfortable bedroom, full bathroom, and a kitchenette equipped with a mini-fridge, microwave, and toaster oven—perfect for light meals or snacks. Situated just minutes from delicious dining options and vibrant local bars, this suite is a fantastic base to explore all that Brevard has to offer. Only a 10-minute drive to Port Canaveral, it’s an ideal spot for cruise travelers looking for a pre- or post-voyage retreat!

Island Cave Retreat
Island Cave is an experience & unique. Not traditional Bathroom is a sliding door Unit has window AC Not recommended for elderly people or Guest with limitations small space Queen bed Private unit Back of 2 story Home Built i1930's Great for single or Couple. (Not recommended for long-term No children or infants 5 other units on property Centrally located 5 miles to Cocoa Beach , 1.5 miles to Cocoa Village & close to eateries & stores Near main Roads potential for noise

Private Luxury Coastal Cottage Apartment
Beautiful luxury studio apartment with bath, kitchenette, king bed, private parking & entrance. Enjoy views of nature, fire pit, BBQ, bicycles luxury bedding & furnishings. Apx. 10 min to Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral. About 45 min to Orlando, Close to Cocoa Village, and Space Center. You’ll feel as if you are at the beach in this stylish Coastal Apartment retreat. Not suitable for children or more than 2 guests. It is perfect for a romantic getaway, peaceful respite, or work retreat:-)

Florida Retreat-Private Outdoor Spa + Full Kitchen
Escape to our updated Florida-themed studio, now featuring a private outdoor shower and tub —perfect for a good soak after hours of travel! Full kitchen, new furnishings and local Florida artwork. Enjoy rocket launches, beautiful sunsets by the river (1 block away), and quick access to Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Village, and Kennedy Space Center. Just 15 minutes from Port Canaveral if you’re in need of a landing pad before or after your cruise. Relax, recharge, and treat yourself to peaceful comfort!

Waterfront Home with Pool and Private Dock
Unwind in this intercoastal waterfront paradise with breathtaking sunrise views over the Banana River. Spot turtles, dolphins & manatees from your private dock. Retreat into elegance with an upscale split floor plan coastal home with private pool. Mins from Cocoa Beach, Port Canaveral & Kennedy Space Center. Disney & Orlando are 40 mins away. 🐠🚣♂️ We provide kayaks, fishing poles, beach chairs & pool toys! Send us a message about the ultimate getaway with your own private pool & dock

The Pineapple Cottage 1/2 Block from Indian River
Perfect little hideaway. This 455 sf Cottage is in the perfect location for anyone wanting easy access to Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Orlando & Disney. Complete with newly renovated bathroom, private entrance, kitchenette and more. NEW WOOD DECK (2022) and FIRE 🔥 PIT. With grill, drink refrigerator, seating and Google assistant. Just a stones throw from the Beautiful Indian River. Take a morning stroll along the River. Or just relax and forget the world for a while.

Trent Art House
Centrally located with short distances to the beach (~15 mins), Kennedy Space Center (~10 mins), Port Canaveral (~10 mins), Orlando/Disney (~1 Hour). Walking distance to the Dolphins restaurant on the water. Featuring art from local renowned artist Kole Trent & other acclaimed artists like Renda Writer and Christopher Sweeney Multiple butterfly gardens around the house for nearly year round butterflies. Stay includes a complimentary membership to NearMyBNB .com - local discounts

6 mile surf
The home is 1600 sqft and your space is 335 sqft, private and cozy!!! It has a bedroom, living room and a full bath. parking is under carport for those tropical rainy days ( please park on the right side) it's shared space. There are two smart t.v which have Netflix, tubi, YouTube and others. the kitchenette has a keurig, compact size fridge and microwave. we have beach chairs/ towels, outside shower, hot and cold water. *cats on property!!! *dog named Lucy *ages 21 and over

Merritt Island hideaway
Enjoy your stay in our newly renovated slice of paradise. Equipped with new appliances and a nicely stocked kitchen including Keurig. The unit sleeps 4 comfortably, plus a pack&play for little ones. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac for a comfortable night sleep! Private entrance & parking for two vehicles. We will be happy to provide free shuttle service to & from cruise terminal; schedule permitting. Arrangements for leaving your car can be made.

Walk to Beach • Bright Coastal Feel • Near Port
☞Self Check-in with keypad lock ☞Short walk to the beach! ☞Beach chairs, towels, & umbrella so you won’t need to worry about bringing, buying, or renting them ☞Ground floor so no stairs to climb ☞Reserved parking close to the unit ☞Close to beach, shopping, grocery, dining, & nightlife, & most anything you’ll need during your stay ☞Great for workers. We get many guests working in the area Add our listing to your Wishlist by clicking the ❤️ in the upper-right corner
Popular amenities for Merritt Island family-friendly rentals
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Island Paradise~Heated Pool~HotTub~PS5~Space Camp

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Modern Dream Home with Pool - Near Cocoa Village

Private Farm RV Getaway | Watch Rocket Launches!

211 Turtle | King Bed | 3 Min Walk Beach!

Tahitian Cottage - Heated Pool & East of A1A!

Studio Sanctuary: Free Kayaks, Bikes & Porch

Peaceful 2 Bed 2 bath upstairs unit.

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The Dragon | Private Backyard | King Bed
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CocOasis Beach & 85 deg Heated Pool Getaway

Coral Retreat Waterfront 3 BR /2.5 BA

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Private Pool Retreat • Sleeps 10 • Pet Friendly

Home Near Beach with Heated Pool

Adorable Cocoa Beach House-Private-Heated Pool

Tropic Like It's Hot! Heated Pool/Arcade/USSSA
When is the best time to visit Merritt Island?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £145 | £173 | £176 | £152 | £140 | £149 | £149 | £131 | £120 | £121 | £129 | £136 |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 21°C | 24°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 24°C | 20°C | 17°C |
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780 properties have a dedicated workspace

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1,200 of Merritt Island holiday rentals include wifi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Merritt Island rentals

4.8 Average rating
Merritt Island stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Merritt Island’s top spots include Brevard Zoo, Merritt Square 16 & IMAX and Port Canaveral
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