Palm Coast and Flagler Beach are two of Florida's best-kept secrets — quiet, scenic, safe, and perfectly positioned between two of the state's most iconic destinations. If you're looking for a base that gives you access to everything without the crowds, this is it.
The Location Advantage
Palm Coast sits exactly halfway between Daytona Beach (35 minutes south) and St. Augustine (45 minutes north). From 33 Putter Drive, you can do a full day in either city and be back at the house for dinner. You get the best of both worlds — the energy of Daytona, the history of St. Augustine, and the peace of Palm Coast in between.
Flagler Beach — Your Backyard
Flagler Beach is 15 minutes south of the house and is everything a Florida beach town should be — unhurried, dog-friendly, and genuinely charming. The pier, the A1A strip, and the wide beach make it a perfect daily destination. It's the kind of place you come back to every morning of your trip.
Daytona Beach — 35 Minutes South
Daytona Beach is the classic Florida beach experience — drive-on access, the iconic boardwalk, live music, and the energy of a city that was built around the beach. The Rubicon makes the drive effortless and the drive-on access pass means you're on the sand within minutes of arriving.
St. Augustine — 45 Minutes North
St. Augustine is the oldest city in America and one of the most beautiful. The historic district, the Castillo de San Marcos, the waterfront restaurants, and the beaches at Vilano and Anastasia Island are all within easy reach. It's a full day trip that rewards slow exploration.
Why Palm Coast Beats Both
Staying in Daytona or St. Augustine means dealing with tourist crowds, limited parking, and inflated prices. Palm Coast gives you a quiet, residential neighborhood, a private fenced backyard for your dogs, a 90-jet hot tub, and a Jeep Rubicon in the garage — all at a fraction of the cost of a comparable property in either city.
Distances from 33 Putter Drive
- Flagler Beach15 minutes south
- Daytona Beach35 minutes south
- St. Augustine45 minutes north
- Daytona Airport (DAB)32 miles, 35 minutes
- Washington Oaks State Park15 minutes north
- New Smyrna Beach50 minutes south
Palm Coast is the home base that makes every day trip better. You leave the crowds behind when you come home, and you wake up to a quiet neighborhood, a fenced yard for your dogs, and a Jeep ready to go wherever the day takes you.