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Get to know Lighthouse Point

Though the lighthouse the suburb is named for sits in a neighboring town, Lighthouse Point is a beacon for idyllic waterside living in South Florida. It offers a paradisiacal retreat with proximity to long stretches of stupendous sand at Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach, and Pompano Beach. More than any other aspect, however, the boat perfectly encapsulates Lighthouse Point living. Numerous canals flow up to homeowners’ backyards and connect directly to the ever-present Intracoastal Waterway. And with the Hillsboro Inlet providing access to the Atlantic Ocean, there’s no shortage of people raising and dropping anchor in Lighthouse Point. The only question is whether they do it at a private dock, a marina, or a bustling yacht club. While this neighborhood offers dining and shopping options, head to nearby major hubs like Boca Raton or Fort Lauderdale for the best in the area.

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Living in Broward County

Florida’s second-largest county by population, Broward fills the gap between Miami and Palm Beach. Its developed portion leans almost entirely suburban, with the remaining majority of its land mass within the Everglades. The county’s namesake, Napoleon Bonaparte Broward, spent much of his gubernatorial term lobbying to reclaim the region’s wetlands for agriculture and development, finding a key ally in Teddy Roosevelt. The resulting land boom transformed Fort Lauderdale, the country seat, into a bustling resort town — a ring of suburbs incorporated soon thereafter. Today’s Broward boasts the obligatory beaches, vibrant shopping districts, and a litany of cultural attractions, along with the weather to enjoy them year-round. While it’s considered part of the greater Miami metro, the area boasts a diverse economy all its own. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport has some 700 daily flights, and Port Everglades is one of the country’s busiest. Tri-Rail and Brightline offer commuters an alternative to the highway, linking population centers from Miami to Palm Beach.