
Waterfront holiday rentals in Merritt Island
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Explore 610 holiday rentals in Merritt Island

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Merritt Island holiday rentals start at £30 per night before taxes and fees

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480 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 240 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
440 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
420 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
600 of Merritt Island holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
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
Top-rated waterfront rentals in Merritt Island
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Oceanfront Condo • Private Beach • Rocket Views
-Spacious 1,080 sq ft condo with direct beach access. -Enjoy stunning ocean sunrises and rocket launches from your patio. -Steps from the sand — private beach entrance & backyard. -2 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths — perfect for families or couples. -Walk to Cocoa Beach’s best cafes, bars, and surf shops (1.5 miles) -Fully stocked kitchen + washer/dryer for longer stays. -Beach chairs, umbrella, towels, toys — all included. -Free parking for 2 vehicles. -Safe, quiet location ideal for relaxing.

Hummingbird Cottage- Waterfront Views & Access
Beautiful, sparkling clean waterfront cottage across from the Indian River. Enjoy the river views from your front porch or our private dock. Convenient to many local attractions; Cocoa Beach (15 min), Port Canaveral (15 min), Space Center (25 min), Orlando (45 min). Within walking distance to Cocoa Village which offers theatre, restaurants , cafe’s, and nightlife. We have kayaks and bicycles for those who want to enjoy nature. This cottage is perfect place for special memory making getaway!!!!

Indian River Retreat Near Port Canaveral
Our 'Indian River Guest House' is in close proximity to historic Cocoa Village and the beaches-enjoy quaint restaurants, pubs, breweries, yoga studio, coffee shops, antique stores+art galleries. Approximately 8 miles to Cocoa Beach and other nearby attractions and outdoor experiences-bike/walk/run along Indian River Drive, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, boating, sailing, fishing charters, Cocoa Village Playhouse, Kennedy Space Center, Brevard Zoo, Port Canaveral/cruise ships and more!

Waterfront Home with Pool + 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

Island Casita
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located guest house. Minutes from the Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach, only 40 minutes from Orlando. A great place to stay before going on a cruise out of Port Canaveral. You can watch the rocket launches right from the front yard or on the dock where we have a paddle board and kid kayaks available. We also have beach cruisers available upon request and a basketball hoop. Behaved pets welcome. (Please check with us prior to bringing a cat)

Creekfront Comfort: 4BR, 2BA Retro Home + Dock
Experience the charm of our spacious 1,700-square-foot waterfront retreat, where classic character meets modern comfort. We've updated the home with renovated bathrooms and coastal-inspired décor that reflects our seaside surroundings. With four comfortable bedrooms and plenty of room to relax, our home is designed to be both functional and inviting. Whether you're planning a family vacation, or boating adventure, or a coastal getaway, you'll find everything you need for a memorable stay.

River Walk Cottage with Dock
- Come by car or boat - Water views from this 1 bed, 1 bath 800 sq. foot cottage - Located in a safe and tranquil neighborhood on historic scenic river drive - Great for biking, running & walking along river edge - Fish or watch rocket launches from our private dock and if lucky see some dolphins or manatees - Netflix & YoutubeTV included - 10 Minutes from Cocoa Village with outdoor concerts and quaint shops - 30 Minutes drive to the beach, Cape Kennedy Center or Canaveral cruise ships

Riverfront, Gym, W/D, Dock, NO Chores
2 bedrooms each with a queen size memory foam mattress and a fold out couch in the living room. 3 smart TVs and high speed internet are included. Sunsets from the sun room, coffee on our private dock, daily dolphin sightings. The river view retreat is located directly above the garage (1 flight of stairs to enter). 15 miles to cruise ships & NASA/17 miles to cocoa beach. NO PARTIES! Additional guests allowed with prior approval. Hosts live on site. Free parking on site for 2 cars.

River House free cruise parking Merritt Island FL
Welcome to the Florida lifestyle. This true river front one bedroom home in a upscale surrounding will be all yours. Just park the car feet from the front door and start enjoying the Florida weather. Fishing swimming kayaking from the dock welcome to bring your boat. The over size deck has tiki table and hot tub to enjoy the beautiful Florida days and nights. Five mins from the Beach/NASA Space Center/Port Canaveral and 45 mins from Orlando/Disney. Over 10 restaurants within 1 mile

Waterfront Pool Home - Paradise Palms
Stunning waterfront & pool home has been totally remodeled and luxuriously decorated. 4 bedrooms with formal living room & huge family/dining room. Breathtaking water views of Florida wildlife. See dolphins, manatees and a variety of coastal birds from your private dock on a canal connected to the Banana River. Fabulously appointed with splendid furniture and high-end mattresses. Make your vacation a fantastic experience-one that you'll never forget and always want to come back to!

Oceanfront Apartment - Beach View, Private Balcony
Savor Panoramic Ocean Views from the private balcony of this Beachfront second-floor condo. * Private beach access from backyard * Oceanfront balcony with comfortable seating * Convenient downtown Cocoa Beach location * Bedroom with queen bed * Full kitchen * 2 Smart TVs with cable * Free WiFi * Free assigned parking space * Full bathroom * In-unit washer and dryer * Queen-sized foldout futon couch * Beach gear and towels * Complimentary toiletries, coffee and tea

Waterfront Home - Dolphin Cove
Come relax in this spacious one-level home featuring sunset views over the Banana River, where dolphins are often spotted in the private cove. Perfect for family gatherings, retreats, or business travelers. The home is located minutes away from Cocoa Beach and the Kennedy Space center and one hour from Disney World, Sea World, and Orlando. Kayaks, fishing poles, patio chairs, lawn games and more provided.
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Cottage on Beautiful Indian River! Space Coast, FL

Sail Away at Tuscany Sun - Beachfront Studio Suite

The Loft on the ocean

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NASA Waterfront Spacious Apartment Bioluminescence

Tranquility Octopus Suite - Oceanfront Paradise!
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Coral Retreat Waterfront 3 BR /2.5 BA

This Suite Old House

Waterfront/Hot Tub -USSSA Kennedy Space Ctr -BEACH

Riverfront Pool home, walk to beach

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WaterfrontOasis | HtdPool • Walk2Beach • KBeds

Oceanfront Modern Home w/ Private Beach

New Waterfront Bungalow Estate + Tropical Vibes
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Villa On The Beach

Fantastic Direct Oceanfront/EZ to beach and pool

Beach Life at its best, 1 Block to Beach

Oceanfront 1 bedroom with parking on premises

Sunrise to Sunset! Direct Ocean Front, 3 Bedrooms

Direct oceanfront + VIEWS in downtown Cocoa Beach!

Salt Life Oasis - Direct Oceanfront (End Unit)

Sea Breeze Retreat-Direct Ocean Front 2/2
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 | £143 | £168 | £175 | £153 | £134 | £149 | £142 | £123 | £119 | £118 | £124 | £134 |
| 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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