Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH
DISCOUNTS are available! (see details below). Pay less than $100/night per bedroom.
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.
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.)
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Pets
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Non-aggressive breeds accepted; inquire 4 details
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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.
Important information
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Property # 4151948
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Note from host: Event? Please inquire before booking, w/ details
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Stuart
Located in Stuart, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Saint Lucie Inlet State Park and The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Harbour Bay Plaza and B&A Flea Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Sailfish Splash Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Halpatiokee Park Tennis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Sailfish Splash Waterpark - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
Jupiter Beach - 40 min drive - 48.1 km
Getting around
Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House - 8 min drive
Carsons Tavern - 7 min drive
APlus at Sunoco - 14 min drive
Benihana - 6 min drive
Alice's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH on 26 Apr, 2027 start from S$1,244, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family Tides: Ocean-to-River SE Florida Beach House w/ Dock & Hot Tub. ON BEACH located?
Located in Stuart, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Bathtub Beach and The House of Refuge Museum. Stuart Beach and Elliott Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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The house was very clean and had every amenity you could need provided for. Additionally, the location was spectacular, and we were able to enjoy many activities such as kayaking and biking.
Family Tides exceeded our expectations. From a fully stocked kitchen to paddle boards and kayaks, from bathroom toiletries to family board games, dominoes and cards.... ping pong, water shoes, mask/snorkels, bikes...i could go on! Publix, cvs and Walgreens less than 20 minutes away. It was a perfect family weekend for my wifes 60th birthday! My eldest son loved fishing in the river, caught 2 snooks. He released them to live on of course.
This home is one of the best homes our family has rented…the owners have thoughtfully stocked the property with everything one could think of for a perfect family getaway on the ocean.
Thanks for a great place to call home for our family. The home had everything we needed fully stocked and plenty of space to spread out! We look forward to again next year!
We really enjoyed the property it was clean supplied well and we enjoyed every moment there. I wish they were more lounge chairs on the deck but the rest was perfect!
Heidi G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec, 2020
Thank you for your review. Glad to read that you enjoyed your stay! (Next time you visit, please feel free to call or text me at the private cell number I gave you at any time during your stay, 24x7x365 ... I would have been happy to have had more lounge chairs shuttled over to you from our nearby warehouse).
What a beautiful stay we had in your house. Thank you so much for all your generous extras from the dog bed and bowls to the extra sunscreen! We couldn’t have felt more at home and taken care of. Everything in the house was fully stocked and functional. Beach was amazing and your neighbors delightful!
Clean, very well equipped with everything you could need including lots of supplies, nice gift basket, bathrobes, bathroom supplies. We had 8 adults here including 3 couples, all were comfortable.
Property amnager couldnt have more accommodating from start to finish. Even put on all lights and music when we knew we would arrive after dark. House was very clean and one of the best stocked vacation rentals i havhave ever been i
House was 100% as-advertised, with all the extras you could wish for. Our family enjoyed all the beach toys (kayaks, sand toys, paddle board, etc) and spent many hours fishing in the lagoon right off the dock. The house was in great condition, very clean, and fully stocked. The surrounding area had plenty to afford, with sea life, air shows, and more. We'd love to rent this location and/or other sister properties in the future again.
We had a wonderful time at Family Tides! The ocean and beach in your backyard is beyond words. We really enjoyed paddle boarding on the river too. Sunsets to die for!
I would totally come back . The house is so well stocked which made se it so easy. Thanks also for such an easy process and good communication .
Property was very nice, stairs were
very steep. Quite a bit of erosion on the beach but is still beautiful.
Robert D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec, 2023
Thank you for your kind review! It's true that during a brief period in 2023, the beach was a little bit "bare" . . . a previous hurricane had stripped the sand away (erosion), and it took a few months for Mother Nature to do her usual business of filling the beach back in. As of this writing, the beach is back to normal, and looks just as it does in the photography. Thank you again for your review, and we'll see you next year!
You will compare all your future vacation home rentals with Family Tides. This property sets the high bar. BRING NOTHING EXCEPT YOUR FOOD> EVERYTHING IS THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!
As always, we had a great stay with Beach Houses in Paradise. The house had everything we needed and some. The beds were comfortable, and there are plenty of towels and linens. The location is amazing. My boys love going back and forth from the river to the ocean. My husband and I loved taking long walks to the inlet. Bathtub beach was just a short walk and we did that daily. We also enjoyed doing the many puzzles on rainy days. We can't wait to go back!
I do women’s beach retreats every year and this was the best one so far! 9 awesome ladies and they all were amazed at the accommodations at Family Tides. Although the outside is a little beat up from the last hurricane, the inside was perfect. Al Roberts is an exceptionally responsive property manager and I love working with him every year!
Angie N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your kind review, and for sharing your impressions with others.
Hurricane Dorian was a close call one in our area of Southeast Florida this year, so thank you for your patience and understanding . It took a few extra weeks this time, but the property is now fully recovered & refreshed.
We'll see you next year!
..very nice ..only 2 complaints... lock on front door took 2 to 4 trys to work... recumbent bike doesn't work... adjustment also painted shut on bike leaving strong paint fumes in garage...very nice overall...
This home was everything it was advertised to be, and more. Fabulous location, comfortable and spacious house, and it comes fully stocked with everything anyone could need for the kitchen, personal needs, and every sort of of indoor or outdoor recreational activity. And it offers amazing views of both the ocean and the bay. It even came fully outfitted for our dog. The host was very responsive and on top of everything. We highly recommend it.
We had a great stay at this property! The check-in/check-out was smooth and Al was very prompt with any related inquiries, ensuring a seamless experience custom for our needs.
Beautiful ocean views and sunrise/sunset each day. Five stars for cleanliness and convenient layout with plenty of space for our crew (there are a lot of stairs at this property - keep in mind if you have little ones or Sr.'s with mobility difficulty).
Home is well stocked, with amenities that allowed for a turn-key experience. We will definitely be back again!
You could walk out the front and stand in the ocean or head out the back and walk across the street to the river to paddleboard and Kayak. We stay in VRBO's a lot and this home was stocked with supplies like I have never seen before. We grilled out every night and were able to spend real quality time with our friends and family. You will not be disappointed with your stay here. The only words of caution are that the stairs are narrow and steep, we kept my Mom on the main level to minimize the number of times she had to go up or down them. Regarding the stairs, they do have baby gates so you don't have to worry about small children.
Our entire family loved this place. There was something for everyone to do. Huge TV's in every room for us to watch at night. Kitchen was well equipped and cook friendly with the two ovens. Every bedroom had its own bathroom with tons of bath supplies. The garage was full of every water toy ever made. The paddle boats and kayaks were so much fun. The dock was divine to watch the sunset most nights. We all gave this place a 5 star rating!!!!
Diane M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Al Roberts, Property Manager at Beach Houses in Paradise
I'm a semi-retired Dad in his early 50s with a finance & IT background. I spent the most productive 25 years of my life confined indoors staring at a computer screen while living in beautiful Miami. (As I'm originally from cold & windy Chicago, palm trees, sand, dolphins & water this beautiful seemed so exotic to me, these beach houses were mythical, a dream almost, not real...)
Now I'm in semi-retirement, and keeping busy helping vacationers find and enjoy the amazing "Treasure Coast" area of Southeast Florida, and the incredible towns of Stuart, Jensen Beach and Ft. Pierce . . . Sharing the dream!
Why they chose this property
The property is located a few minutes east of city of Stuart, in Martin County, Florida.
What is Stuart like? Are you old enough to remember TV's "Andy Griffith" show? Locals call Stuart the"Mayberry of Florida".
Check out these awards recently garnered by Stuart and Martin County 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) 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
And there's more: Our ocean-to-river beach houses are like almost none other in the entire United States. There are only 60 or so houses in America like BHIP houses: (directly on the ocean, directly on a wide river, private deeded access to the river, and ocean access through through an inlet just minutes away, and warm weather year-round). Plus: Our homes are located within a one-hour drive of the Miami/Ft.Lauderdale/West Palm Beach metropolitan area and within a 2-hour drive of Orlando, Disney World and other popular attractions and destinations. And the local private airport -- Witham Field in Martin County -- is just a few miles away, with long runways that accommodate both private prop aircraft and jet aircraft. So you can drive in, fly in, or even boat in!
Gorgeous location. The perfect seaside town. Pristine waters and wildlife. ON the Atlantic beach. Close to the best of Florida (From Orlando and the theme parks, to Miami & Palm Beach, in less than two hours). And convenient to international airports.
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