A community-style development designed for strolling, biking and even carting around, Carillon Beach Resort’s focal point is a 35-bell tower chiming hourly throughout the day. The property sprawls across 104 acres and 3900 feet of white sand Gulf beaches. There’s even a 13-acre freshwater lake with lily pads, bass, turtles and ducks. The beach is walkable (700 yards), but there’s a seasonal shuttle to make it even easier with all those snacks and beach toys you’re toting. Rent beach chairs and umbrellas and linger as long as you like. When you finally decide to head back, let the kids talk you into a stop at the snack bar – it’s ok to be a pushover just this once. Your spacious vacation rental’s living/dining/kitchen area gives everyone room to spread out with books, games and tablets. You’ll love the fresh, breezy beach décor, and modern kitchen appliances. Be sure to check out the pool, and grab a seat in the hot tub just in time for the sunset over the lake.