Since I extended my current assignment in Florida into spring, I decided I wanted to move closer to the beach. My previous housing was 40 minutes from the beach. This wasn’t going to work since I like to go the beach after work or early in the morning before it gets crowded. Unfortunately, Florida has gotten way more crowded over the past 2 years.
A monthly rental on the beach would have been $7,000/month which is obviously above budget. I looked on furnishedfinder.com and found a furnished 2-bedroom apartment less than 10 minutes from the beach that was perfect. I had an extra room for guests and the apartment was between the beach and my job.
Now that it’s spring, it’s not unbearably hot outside and the ocean water isn’t too cold. If I have a stressful day at work or simply wake up on the wrong side of the bed (haha), I make sure to stop by the beach after work to decompress. It works every time. I get home with tons of energy after that.
Each weekend since I moved to my new place, I have been hosting visitors – from relatives to friends from all over. The beach is my happy place and I enjoy sharing it with others. I live by Anna Maria Island so usually go to that beach because it’s more residential and quieter. Sometimes I visit Siesta Key Beach which is more crowded. The beaches are different though. Siesta Key has more of a cool white powdery sand, whereas Anna Maria Island has more seashells on the shore. Both are beautiful and have amenities nearby.
I am glad I extended to take advantage of the beautiful weather and beaches! At least I can end my time here with a tan 😉
