Beloved worldwide for its beaches, theme parks and sunshine, Florida has a rich history that few outside the state realise.

Now, thanks to these rare archive images, we can stroll back through time to see what home life was like for Floridians living over one hundred years ago.

Click or scroll on to explore early photos of the Sunshine State's amazing historic homes. To enjoy these pictures on a desktop computer FULL SCREEN, click on the icon at the top right of the image...