Love both the beach and mountains as well although I've sure had the opportunity over the years to live in Florida but could never stand the heat! It's fun to vacation there once in a while though. Actually I think there's charm in every state. Grew up in the city but have lived for years 4 miles outside of a teeny town and I love it....if you can get past the roar of the trucks on the highway it's really very peaceful and quiet.