Description Pergola & Hollywood: Dania Beach

Tropical palms ring the heated pool, sun loungers are out, and the covered pergola lounge – complete with ceiling fans and a sofa – means you can stay outside long after the Florida sun dips. Inside, a light-filled kitchen and a living room with a football table keep the group happy when you're not poolside. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 3.5 miles away, and Hollywood Beach Broadwalk's oceanfront cafes and shops are an eleven-minute drive – close enough to dip in and out, far enough to feel like a proper retreat.

Home truths:
* At full occupancy, one guest will sleep on the daybed in the fourth bedroom, and two will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area.
* South Florida's tropical climate means the occasional insect indoors is entirely normal. Your host treats the home regularly with professional pest control, and keeping doors and windows closed will help.
* You'll need a car to make the most of the area – shops, beaches, and restaurants all require a short drive. Uber and Lyft are readily available if you'd rather not drive, and free private driveway parking is included for those who bring their own vehicle.