Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH
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- Ocean view
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
Explore the area

- Bathtub BeachPlace, Bathtub Beach3 min walk
- The House of Refuge MuseumPlace, The House of Refuge Museum13 min walk
- Stuart BeachPlace, Stuart Beach1 min drive
- Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field)Airport, Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field)14 min drive
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH
HAVE IT ALL — Live, work, play, & unwind at your own private ocean-to-river beach house. Step away from the crowds and step into a world where luxury meets seclusion—just you, the sand, the sea, and the people who matter most. Escape to your own, private-deeded oceanfront palace!
PERFECT LOCATION & EASY TO GET TO — Less than an hour from Palm Beach International Airport, this 5-star oceanfront retreat awaits in Stuart FL—crowned USA Today’s #1 Coastal Small Town in America (2024) and celebrated by Coastal Living Magazine as America’s Happiest Seaside Town.
MORE THAN JUST A VACATION — This is more than a vacation — it's your personal sanctuary in the heart of the perfect beach town. Relax in total privacy while staying just minutes from vibrant restaurants, boutique shopping, and exciting attractions.
NEED TO STAY CONNECTED? (Or Disconnect?) Unlike most rentals, this beach house is equipped with blazing-fast, gigabit-speed, commercial-grade Wi-Fi—secure and strong enough for 4K movie nights, Zoom calls from the sand, or homework on the dock. (Want the kids off their screens? Turn the WiFi on/off from the master bedroom!)
EVERYTHING IS FREE — All inclusive, stocked to the nines, and FREE: At BHIP, "We stock heavy, so you can travel light". Beach umbrellas & canopies, beach chairs, bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, coolers, games, toys, towels, linens, laundry pods, paper goods, cooking gear / staples / spices, baby & toddler gear, and so much more. It's all there, and it's all free (no surcharges or rental fees).
24HR FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY — Property Manager Al Roberts (thousands of 5-star reviews) lives in the neighborhood, and is always just a text or phone call away, 24/7 (< 15-minute response times). Al & his team: Always available, but never intrusive.
ENDLESS CHOICES — This beach house not available for your travel dates? No problem! Dozens more Beach Houses in Paradise are available nearby. (In the VRBO "Where To?" prompt, enter "Beach Houses in Paradise")
Escape. Recharge. Connect. Welcome to your beachfront paradise!
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SPOTLESSLY CLEAN — We meet & exceed all safety measures & best practices specified by the CDC & FL Dept of Health. We utilize hospital-grade cleaning & disinfectant standards, and stock your home with cleaning supplies, alcohol, hand sanitizer & more.
SAFE — With thousands and thousands of 5-star reviews behind it, this home is managed by Al Roberts and Beach Houses in Paradise, the 25-year leader in luxury five-star Florida beachfront vacation rentals.
SAVE — with the owner's many discount plans: FL resident, seniors, first responder, military, education, medical, civil service, volunteer & more.
ABOUT FAMILY TIDES:
Wear your t-shirt, shorts & flip-flops to the airport, because that's all you need for your Florida beach-house vacation … We provide the rest. Travel light—& live large—with the fully-stocked, 5-Star-amenity properties of Beach Houses in Paradise! (At BHIP, our motto is "We stock heavy, so you can travel light.")
Situated directly ON the Atlantic Ocean, "Family Tides” is an ocean-to-river beach house / modernist vacation retreat where Malibu chic meets Milan fashion in the idyllic Southeast Florida warmth & sunshine. The perfect beach retreat for large or multi-generational families (or groups of friends) to reconnect in a fun-yet-relaxing vacation setting. This three-level house easily sleeps over a dozen based on bed-count in private bedrooms, and even more with our collection of rollaway beds, cots, and sleeper sofas. Each floor features its own living area with couch/chairs/TV/kitchenette. Everyone comes together on the middle floor, where the giant double-oven kitchen overlooks both a large riverfront dining room and gorgeous oceanfront living room and outdoor ocean deck with hot tub (complete with easy-to-use grille & patio furniture).
Situated on a private, swimmable beach in a quiet residential area. There are no condos, high rises or large public beaches for miles: No crowds, just a beach all to yourself and your party. Just across the street is your own 150-foot-long deep-water private dock on the Indian River, offering some of the best fishing in the world, & stocked with all your favorite water toys and fishing gear (provided complimentary, of course).
At rates starting at less than $100 per night per bedroom, enjoy 5-star luxury amenities & accommodations at an affordable price (It's like champagne on a beer budget). Note: Family Tides is rented only to one party at a time; you will not be sharing the premises with strangers.
Own a boat? Bring it! Moor it at your own private dock (or rent one at one of the many nearby providers, and park it at your dock for the duration of your stay).
REVIEWS: Read our reviews, and see how families and groups like your own are enjoying five-star experiences IN THEIR OWN HOUSE, at a fraction of the price of a beachfront hotel or resort! For more than 1,000 additional five-star reviews of BHIP homes in the same neighborhood, type "VRBO Beach houses in Paradise" into your favorite internet search service and read all of our five-star VRBO reviews for BHIP beach houses just like this one.
About BHIP: Family Tides is one of several luxury 5-star properties operated by Beach Houses in Paradise, the 20-year leader in offering 5-star luxury, amenities and service in sunny FL beachfront settings.
SWIMMING POOLS / FITNESS / TENNIS / GOLF: Looking for a pool? How about 3?(!!) While the ocean and river are fun, some outdoor fanatics still want MORE: With your stay of 1 week or longer, the owner includes FREE complimentary passes to 3 resort-style pools at the nearby Ocean Club @ the Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort (includes golf, tennis & fitness, too). The Marriott is located just 1 mile north of the home.
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ALL-INCLUSIVE / EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED:
From bicycles to beach blankets, towels to toilet paper, paddleboards to picnic baskets, and all points between. Did you know that fewer than 25% of the FL listings on VRBO include high chairs for little ones? And less than half of listings include an iron/ironing board? (Experiment with the VRBO "More Filters" search feature and see for yourself) Many vacation rentals don't even provide you a full supply of toilet paper (!) or such basics as towels, bed linens, toiletries, paper goods or even cooking essentials like salt, pepper, spices, oils & other basic staples.
And can you imagine arriving at your vacation rental, only to discover that there are no coolers, ice, beach chairs, beach towels, beach blankets, umbrellas and beach toys like sand pails, bikes, cornhole, volleyball, kayaks, & horseshoes? Why waste the first day of your precious vacation—& more money—shopping at the local Wal-Mart? Instead, book a Beach House in Paradise and begin relaxing the ~moment~ you arrive. (We even pre-heat hot tubs & pools & put out the bathrobes & towels so your relaxing beach vacation can start the moment you arrive.)
No hidden fees: Other vacation-rental companies nickel & dime you with surcharges such as pool-heating fees, Wi-Fi surcharges, fees for using shampoos & soaps, rental fees for kayaks, bikes & paddleboards, even a fee if you don't empty the refrigerator at the end of your stay(!) At BHIP, there are no hidden surcharges, fines or penalties.
Plus: Enjoy our complimentary water toys & recreational items. Kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles, fishing & snorkel gear & more. Jet skis & boats available, too!
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VIDEOS, 3D TOURS, FLOOR PLANS & MORE: Want a closer look at the beach house? Just ask! We have videos, architectural floor plans, Immersive 3D Tours, and more. (Note: All communications must take place on the VRBO platform; this home is available only via VRBO)
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PERFECT LOCATION:
Not only is the home situated in the most biodiverse marine environment in North America (source: Florida Oceanographic Institute), it's also located in Stuart FL, 2024 winner of the USA Today "Best Coastal Small Towns in America" rankings. (And #1 winner of the "Happiest Seaside Town in USA" award by Coastal Living Magazine!) Locals of a certain age—that remember TV's "The Andy Griffith Show"—proudly call Stuart the "Mayberry of Florida".
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WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT OUR AREA (Stuart, FL):
* USA Today: #1 Best Coastal Small Town in America (2024 winner)
* Coastal Living Magazine: #1 Happiest Seaside Town in America (2016)
* House Beautiful Magazine: #1 Most Beautiful Small Town in Florida
* Smithsonian Magazine: Best Small Towns to Visit in the U.S. (3rd place)
* America In Bloom (Audubon group): #1 Most Beautiful City in America
* American Planning Association: #1 City in Florida (2020 winner)
* Oprah Winfrey: "Most charming American towns you've never heard of" (6th place, O Magazine, Jan 2020)
* USA Today: #5 Best Florida Beach 2025 Rankings (of more than 100 beaches considered)
* FindTheHome: #1 Best Place to Retire in the U.S.
* OnlyInYourState: 1 of 8 "Most Beautiful Small Towns in Florida"
* HuffingtonPost: Top Florida Beach Towns
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EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS:
Planning a modest event or small gathering at the home? Or is your rental in association with an event held at a nearby venue? We'd love to help! Event-related reservations are approved on a case-by-case basis. Please note that due to the pristine, delicate barrier-island environment, special restrictions may apply (COVID-19 restrictions may also apply).
Important: Please inquire about your event BEFORE booking (to avoid paying cancellation fee).
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MORE THAN 9 ADULTS? Family Tides might be a tight fit. Please inquire before booking.
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Nervous about alligators? Don't be! They don't exist in this part of Florida. (Gators can't survive near the beach in saltwater environments; they live only inland, where there is fresh water.)
- Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
- Free WiFi
- Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
- Amenities include laundry facilities
- On-site recreation includes a private beach, tennis courts and a gym
- Steps from Bathtub Beach and 7 minutes on foot from The House of Refuge Museum
- Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Property amenities
Beach
- On a private beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
- Beach umbrellas
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 8 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 5.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Dressing gowns
- Hair dryer
- Outdoor shower
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Music library
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Video games
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Dock
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- 3 pets total
- Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
- Phone
- Safe
Location highlights
- In a village
- In the city centre
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- Next to a golf course
- On a lake
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Golf
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Kayak
- Optional golf privileges
- Snow sports gear
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Water sports equipment
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Property located in a resort
- Unit size: 2,900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 35
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
A.) Absolutely no smoking. B.) Planning an event? Event-related bookings MUST be approved in advance prior to making initial reservation.
C.) After fun in ocean, please use the outdoor showers to rinse off sand before enjoying plunge pool or entering home. (pets, too!)
D.) Because little hands touch floors, please leave your shoes at the door E.) 9+ adults? Bunkbeds bedroom sleeps 6 kids. Inquire before booking.
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum 3 pets
- Food and water bowls are available
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation Service animals are exempt from fees.
- Note from host: non-aggressive breeds accepted; inquire 4 details
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event? Please inquire before booking, w/ details
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
We should mention
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Denise D.
Denise D.
10/10 Excellent
Dennis l.
Dennis l.
10/10 Excellent
Jacob Y.
Jacob Y.
8/10 Good
Jill O.
As Advertised
Jill O.
10/10 Excellent
Beth R.
Perfect location!
Beth R.
10/10 Excellent
Katie E.
Hospitality at its best!
Katie E.
10/10 Excellent
Nicoleta A.
Perfect stay
Nicoleta A.
10/10 Excellent
Kelly M.
Perfect getaway
Kelly M.
10/10 Excellent
Fred E.
Perfect Vacation
Fred E.
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy P.
Stand-out vacation home
Jeremy P.
10/10 Excellent
Amie M.
Amazing amazing house
Amie M.
10/10 Excellent
Kevin L.
Kevin L.
10/10 Excellent
Gina D.
Great House
Gina D.
10/10 Excellent
Annie G.
FELL IN LOVE
Annie G.
10/10 Excellent
Shane W.
Shane W.
10/10 Excellent
liz E.
Absolutely Amazing!
liz E.
10/10 Excellent
Julie J., Easley,SC
Amazing!
Julie J.
10/10 Excellent
Robert A.
Reunion
Robert A.
10/10 Excellent
Karl B.
Another amazing stay
Karl B.
10/10 Excellent
Bruce H., Ashburn, Virginia, US
Great April stay at Family Tides
Bruce H.
10/10 Excellent
eric k.
Relaxing
eric k.
10/10 Excellent
Mariann L., Warrenton, Virginia
It was paradise!
Mariann L.
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Davey, NE
January 2024
A guest from Davey, NE
4/10 Poor
Stuart S.
Interrupted Visit!
Stuart S.
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