Welcome
Welcome to Coastal Dream Life, a website dedicated to helping you achieve your dreams of white sandy beaches and fresh ocean breezes in style.
Coastal Homes
If you’re anything like me, then owning a home on the beach represents the ultimate dream life.
Whether it’s buying, building, or renting your dream home on the beach, this section has all the info you need to get you started on your exciting new journey and hopefully get you waking up to the calming sounds of waves and fresh ocean breezes in no time!
Coastal Decor
Living the coastal dream life also comes with the joy of decorating your home to match your amazing lifestyle!
In this section, we’ll cover everything you need to know about coastal decor. From styles to colors to furniture to complete makeovers to turn your home into the epitome of coastal dream living with enough beachiness to make anyone jealous!
Coastal Cities & Towns
Location location location! Whether you are looking for the perfect spot for your holiday or retirement home on the beach and have a big budget, or looking for the best places and hidden gems that won’t break the bank, we explore all of the worlds best and budget-friendly places to make your coastal dream a reality.
Coastal Lifestyle
Along with your dream coastal home comes a coastal lifestyle. We’ll explore and dive into all of the do’s and dont’s and keep you up to date with everything you need to know about the lifestyle to keep your days calm and stress-free.
Coastal Holidays
And for those who are drawn to the ocean but have yet to buy a place of their own, coastal holidays are the best way to connect with the calling of the ocean. You can trust us to bring you all the latest and greatest options to make the most of your dream coastal holidays no matter your budget.
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Latest Posts
Check out the latest posts from our blog
How Many Beaches Are There In The US?
Game nights at my home are not only a time of bonding but can also quickly turn into a debate, especially if you have teenagers. A question arose concerning beaches in the U.S. Needless to say; there was a lot of speculation on this one. Especially since we were curious to find out How Many…
Are Tents Allowed On The Beach?
A visit to the beach can be exciting but stressful, especially if you have to think about the amount of stuff you have to pack. I would have been happy to carry an umbrella and some camp chairs, but my kids insisted on carrying a tent. Which left me with the question Are Tents Allowed…
Can You Live In A Beach House?
A beach house is probably the pinnacle of a dream house. Who wouldn’t want to wake up to the sound of crashing waves and local birds chirping? But, of course, one must first establish whether a beach house is a viable option. So follow along as we discuss whether you can live in a beach…
Salt And Wind Tolerant Plants For Coastal Living
Growing a coastal garden seems relatively easy until you consider the challenging environment the plants have to survive. Coastal plants are some of the hardiest available and generally withstand most salt and wind conditions. Common salt and wind tolerant plants include Gazania Daisy, Rosemary, Oleander, Sea Oxeye Daisy, Beach or Dune Sunflower, Crown-of-Thorns, Confederate Jasmine,…
How Many Beach Towels Do You Need?
When planning a vacation, the beach towels are often the last thing on the packing list – or at least they are when I’m doing the planning. And then, after a few beach days, once we’re at our holiday destination, I inevitably realize that day or two at the destination, I’m frustrated because all the…
What Makes A Beach Good?
There are very few things better than heading down to a good beach. Synonymous with summer, warm weather, holidays, and good times with better friends, it’s easy to understand why many people opt for a beach holiday. But not all beaches are the same, so what makes a beach good? For a beach to be…
The Origin Of “Long Walks On The Beach” Phrase
It’s instantaneous. The moment you hear the words “long walks on the beach,” your mind opens up its music videos file and clicks on Escape by Rupert Holmes…… “If you like Pina Coladas, and getting caught in the rain…..” You’re convinced that the line is in the lyrics somewhere. It fits the theme exactly. But…
How Many Beaches Are There In The UK?
The UK isn’t a country we automatically associate with sun, sand and sea, as an island, albeit a rainy one, you really aren’t ever too far from the sea, and good old Blighty has plenty of beaches. So how many beaches are there in the UK? As an island with more than 18 640 miles of…
Are Private Beaches Really Private?
As the days get warmer and beautiful weather abounds, Americans flock to the beaches to enjoy some fun in the sun. There is a contentious aspect to this, however, one that makes for an unpleasant beach experience. There has been an increased tendency with private beach owners to have members of the public thrown off…
5 Oldest Beaches In The US
Today, the United States boasts countless spectacular beaches along its coastlines that visitors from all over the world come to enjoy. Public beaches, however, are actually a relatively new concept that has only become mainstream over the last century or so. Some of the oldest beaches in the country are, in fact, the best to…
5 Best Beach Clubs In Nice
One of the French Riviera’s most popular holiday destinations, Nice, is a Mediterranean seaside city that benefits from a pleasant and warm year-round climate. No wonder the beaches of Nice are on the bucket list of most travelers who visit the southeast coast of France. The beach clubs of Nice are one of its main…
5 Best Beach Clubs In Marbella
Sunshine, beaches, and reputable outdoor festivities, Marbella is one of the best places to visit for beach clubs in southern Europe. Due to its fantastic weather and stunning Mediterranean beaches, Marbella has many famous beach clubs from which to choose. To make choosing simpler for you, we have compiled a list of the five best…
