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 property. 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 property 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 property 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 property with cleaning supplies, alcohol, hand sanitizer & more.
SAFE — This property is managed by 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 THE RESORT
Experience the pinnacle of luxury with our Triple-A Trio of Treasure Coast beach houses, collectively known as the "Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort". This exceptional property comprises "Aquarius Oceanside" (ID# 4286247), "Aquarius North" (ID# 4512067), and "Aquarius South" (ID# 3116784), offering a combined capacity for 60+ guests across 26 bedrooms and 19 bathrooms.
For more details, pictures and independent reviews on each underlying house, view our listings for the three individual homes that comprise the resort.
These luxury-class waterfront retreats feature the best of both worlds: Together they sit DIRECTLY on the Atlantic Ocean beach (your back porch empties onto the sand itself), and they also sit DIRECTLY on the mile-wide Indian River, with private docks for all your water toys, fishing and boating enjoyment. (Plus, ocean access from your private docks is just 1 mile south to the inlet) .
Featuring five-star amenities, hot tubs, jacuzzi baths, 4K UHD flat screen TVs, private docks, tiki-hut outdoor entertainment decks, an elevator, complimentary water toys, and much, much more.
Situated on a private 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 group). The Atlantic Ocean is right off your back porch. And 15 paces from your front door is your own 300-foot-long deep-water private dock on the Indian River, offering some of the best fishing in the world, and stocked with all your favorite water toys.
Wear your t-shirt, shorts & flip-flops to the airport, because that's all you need to bring for your Florida beach-house vacation ... We provide the rest. Travel light—and live large—with the fully-stocked, 5-Star-amenity properties of Beach Houses in Paradise.
With rates starting at less than $100 per bedroom per night, the Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort delivers both five-star luxury and a world-class location at an easy-to-justify price.
About BHIP: The Resort 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.
Own a boat? Bring it! Moor it at one of two private docks! (or rent one at one of the many nearby providers, and park it at your dock for the duration of your stay!) There's even room to securely park several full-length RVs, right in front of the property!
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 property? Just ask! We have videos, architectural floor plans, Immersive 3D Tours, and more. (Note: All communications must take place on the VRBO platform; this property is available only via VRBO)
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PERFECT LOCATION:
Not only is the property 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 property? 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 38 ADULTS? The Resort might be a tight fit. Please inquire before booking.
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Nervous about alligators? Don't be: They don't exist near the beach in this part of Florida. (Gators can't survive near the beach in saltwater environments; they live only inland, where there is plenty of fresh water) At BHIP, both the river & ocean are salty.
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CANCELLATION IN WHOLE, NOT IN PART:
Cancellability applies only to the 3-house property as a single reservation. You may not cancel "one third" of the reservation (i.e., one house) and keep the other houses. (If you believe you may need to do so, please book each home under a separate individual reservation.)
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event? Please inquire before booking, w/ details
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 9 total)
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/river, please use the outdoor showers we provide to rinse off sand before enjoying the spas or entering home. (pets, too!)
D.) Because little hands touch floors, please leave your shoes at the door
E.) 38+ adults? Bunkbeds bedroom sleeps kids. Inquire before booking.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4286376vb
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: 64
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. The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast and Riverwalk are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sailfish Splash Waterpark and Fish House Art Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 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 cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Sailfish Splash Waterpark - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
Jupiter Beach - 55 min drive - 62.0 km
Getting around
Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House - 9 min drive
Carsons Tavern - 8 min drive
Benihana - 7 min drive
Alice's - 8 min drive
2 Georges - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks on 15 Aug, 2026 start from S$7,870, 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 Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 9 total).
How much is parking at Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Aquarius Ocean-to-River Resort: 26BR/18BA Beachfront, Sleeps 60+ Pools/Spa/Docks located?
Located in Stuart, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Bathtub Beach and The House of Refuge Museum. Stuart Beach and Elliott Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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/manatees/sea turtles . . . and water this beautiful . . . it all seemed so exotic to me, these beach houses seemed mythical, a dream almost, not real.)
Now that I'm semi-retired, I enjoy "putting butts in beach houses" . . . helping vacationers, families and groups 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
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—offers a U.S. Customs facility and 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. One block from the Atlantic Ocean and RIGHT ON the Indian River. 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. (Palm Beach International less than one hour away).
What makes this property unique
Struggling to set the timer on the Microwave? Not sure how to get the Hot Tub warmed up? Myself and other BHIP staff live in the neighborhood, and are always just a few minutes away should you need anything or experience any trouble.
Languages:
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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