St. Johns
Located in picturesque northeast Florida, St. Johns County offers a little bit of everything. From unspoiled nature to miles of sparkling shoreline, history, dining, culture, and more, activities abound in this haven for people of all ages and at all phases of life. To the east of St. Johns is the Atlantic Ocean, which serves as a backdrop for some of the nicest and most popular beaches throughout all of Florida. St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach are the two most notable cities found within St. Johns.
St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach offer sugary soft sand and plenty of opportunities to frolic in the Atlantic Ocean. St. Augustine Beach also allows visitors to drive their vehicles on the beach in designated areas, which is unique for most Floridian cities.
Looking to soak up some history in addition to the sunshine? Stay in St. Augustine and visit the historic Castillo de San Marcos, which occupies more than 20 acres of the downtown waterfront. Nearby St. George Street is chock full of shops, restaurants, bars and fun destinations to stop at as you stroll.
The area is also full of great golf courses, including the famed TPC Sawgrass. Every March, the course plays host to THE PLAYERS Championship, a PGA Tour stop, drawing thousands who marvel in amazement at the world’s best golfers.
St. Johns has experienced tremendous growth in recent years thanks to the development of popular family-friendly master-planned communities. However, there are still plenty of single-family homes to be had for residents who prefer to live without the restrictions of an HOA. Additionally, condominiums can be found both on the beach and farther inland.