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Spend a day at Wekiva Island’s exclusive Beach Club cabana, Orlando’s only private beach spot designed for groups up to 40. Enjoy upgraded amenities, direct water access, and a true getaway without leaving the city.
Spend a day at Wekiva Island’s exclusive Beach Club cabana, Orlando’s only private beach spot designed for groups up to 40. Enjoy upgraded amenities, direct water access, and a true getaway without leaving the city.
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Wekiva Island in Longwood, Florida, offers a rare retreat from central Florida’s bustling theme parks and cityscape, delivering an authentic outdoor waterfront experience. The highlight is The Beach Club, a private cabana space designed to accommodate groups of up to 40 guests. Positioned on Orlando’s only beach, this offering blends comfort with outdoor fun, making it a standout destination for locals and travelers craving sun, water, and privacy without leaving the metro area.
The 20 by 24-foot cabana boasts upgraded furniture, including lounge seating and a picnic table, paired with modern amenities such as a gas grill and a fire pit. This setup encourages long gatherings that flow from sun-drenched afternoons to fire-lit evenings. Direct water access invites swimmers, kayakers, and paddleboarders to slip in and out of the water effortlessly, while the surrounding natural environment features typical Florida flora—cypress and palms—and wildlife like herons and turtles along the shore.
Guests appreciate the convenience of two reserved parking spots included with the cabana rental, though during peak season carpooling is recommended as on-site parking fills quickly. The Beach Club’s secluded feel provides a rare sense of escape, creating a perfect setting for celebrations, team outings, or just relaxing on the water’s edge. Fire pit packages enhance that cozy vibe when added through concierge services.
Wekiva Island itself champions sustainable enjoyment of one of Florida’s charming waterway systems, balancing recreation with conservation. This beach cabana offers something unique in the Orlando outdoor scene: a waterfront setting that mixes ease and exclusivity. Whether you're planning a family gathering or a group celebration, The Beach Club at Wekiva Island delivers a memorable day on the water that’s deeply tied to Florida’s distinctive natural landscape.
easy.
Up to full day (8 AM - 5 PM).
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly leisure-focused
The Beach Club cabana comfortably fits up to 40 guests.
Each cabana rental includes two reserved parking spaces; additional vehicles can park in the general lot.
Yes, guests can bring their own food and beverages and also use the provided grill.
The fire pit is available through an optional package added via your concierge representative.
Guests can swim, paddleboard, and kayak directly from The Beach Club’s private waterfront access.
Pets are not permitted at The Beach Club to maintain safety and comfort for all guests.
Wekiva Island rests along the Wekiva River, a designated State Wild and Scenic River known for protecting Florida's natural landscapes since the 1980s.
The facility promotes low-impact recreation practices to preserve water quality and local habitats in this sensitive riparian environment.
Wekiva Island is a riverfront recreation and rental destination in Longwood, Florida, offering cabana rentals, group spaces, guided paddle experiences, and seasonal family events. The property features multiple private and semi-private cabanas—Audubon Cabana, Otter Cabana, Barefoot Cabana, Cabana #1, Cabana #2, Cabana #3, Canoe Cabana, The Point, and The Beach Club—each with outdoor seating and amenities that include gas grills, coolers or beverage refrigerators, and direct water access where noted. The Beach Club is the largest rentable space and accommodates up to forty guests, while several cabanas serve groups of ten to twenty-five people. Guided offerings include the Wekiva Island Paddle Adventure, which begins with a brief paddling lesson and proceeds with a guided tour on the Wekiva River; participants may have opportunities to swim in clear springs during suitable conditions. Seasonal and holiday programming includes family-friendly events such as Donuts with Santa, Breakfast With Santa, Ornament Decorating with Elves, and Stories with Mrs. Claus. One cabana—The Point—permits pop-up tents, a unique allowance on the island that supports small gatherings and customized setups. Wekiva Island operates on the Wekiva River corridor and supports responsible recreation near local conservation partners. Rentals clearly list capacities and included amenities, while larger spaces provide picnic tables, fire pits, and direct water access for paddling and swimming. Visitors can reserve day rentals for private events, group outings, or relaxed beach-style days. The venue emphasizes convenience with stocked coolers or beverage refrigerators, upgraded privacy features, and on-site grills to support cooking and catering options.
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