An exceptional vacation begins with an exceptional place to stay… a place like 832 Cinnamon Beach. The three-bedroom condo looks out onto the Atlantic Ocean and the coquina sands, which you can stroll to via any of the complex’s three private walkways or enjoy the swimming pools, fitness center, Jacuzzi, game rooms, and even a café.

Any tour of 832 Cinnamon Beach has to begin with its private covered balcony. Large enough to accommodate a dining table for six with extra seating to spare, it provides a front-row view of the ocean. At least once during your stay you’ll want to wake up early enough to watch the sunrise over the sparkling waves—it’s that spectacular. And you’ll no doubt want to dine out here every chance you get; the fresh salt-suffused breeze transforms any meal into a feast.

The sliding glass doors that connect the balcony to the living/dining area allow you to admire the ocean view even when you’re indoors. The plush sofas and roomy armchair are ideal seats for watching seabirds soar across the sky—or for watching a movie on the HDTV with Blu-ray. Thanks to a 250-plus channel cable package, you’re sure to find something everyone will enjoy. You can surf the web as well via the free WiFi and listen to your favorite tunes courtesy of the iPod deck.

If you prefer to dine indoors rather than alfresco, gather around the dining area’s elegant table, which seats 6. Two additional guests can perch at the adjacent breakfast bar. On the other side of the breakfast bar is the kitchen. Cooking isn’t a chore here. Along with a full array of appliances, cookware, and tableware, the kitchen features plenty of gleaming counter space, and the open layout means you can keep an eye on the kids—or on the ocean—while you work your culinary magic.

832 Cinnamon Beach sleeps eight people in its three bedrooms. Along with a lofty king-size bed and a large flat-panel TV, the primary suite includes sliding glass doors that open directly onto the balcony. After the others are in bed, you and your sweetheart can slip outside for a romantic nightcap under the stars before snuggling into bed and letting the rhythm of the waves lull you to sleep. The en-suite bathroom features a garden tub as well as a walk-in shower.

The second bedroom has its own queen-size bed and large flat-screen TV. The third bedroom will delight the kids: With twin-over-full bunk beds and a separate twin-size bed, the room sleeps four. Every night will feel like a slumber party! The second bathroom has a combination shower/tub for maximum convenience. And speaking of convenience, 832 Cinnamon Beach has its own private washer and dryer too.

If you think the condo unit is fabulous, wait till you see the 65-acre gated community it’s a part of. When you stay at 832 Cinnamon Beach you’ll have full access to the complex’s two heated pools, one of which has a gradual-slope entry for the kids. Kids will also love frolicking in the “splash zone”—it’s almost like a water park right on the premises. Adults can unwind in the Jacuzzi, perhaps after working out in the well-equipped fitness center. Or maybe you’d rather laze on a poolside chaise, listening to the breeze rustle through the palm trees. It’s your vacation: Enjoy it however you want!

Cinnamon Beach has a clubhouse as well, with two game rooms. In one the kids can play foosball and air hockey; in the other adults can shoot pool. If you worked up an appetite or a thirst, the on-premises café has snacks and beverages to fix you right up.

And all this is just steps away from the cinnamon-colored sands that give the beach and the condo complex its name. What’s more, historic St. Augustine, Marineland, golf courses, and other attractions are only a short drive away.

Many guests who have stayed at 832 Cinnamon Beach in the past return every chance they get. Don’t miss out: Make your reservation today!