Escape to your own private ocean-to-river beach house, Avalon, nestled on a remote barrier island. With 360-degree water views from floor-to-ceiling windows and an incredible master bedroom suite, this tranquil oasis is perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation. Enjoy the heated private swimming pool, hot tub, and private dock or explore the pristine Indian River with complimentary kayaks and paddleboards.
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8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 19
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Ocean view
Spa pool
Kitchen
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About this property
Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more!
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 AVALON:
With its ocean location, heated private swimming pool, hot tub, private dock—and the best master suite of any of our homes—everything is NEW at this 8BR/5BA palace on the Atlantic: New toys, new appliances, new furniture & furnishings & more.
Avalon means "earthly paradise". According to Celtic legend, it's a stunning pristine European island with magical healing powers, comforting waters & gentle breezes. (Camelot's King Arthur retreated to Avalon's mystical sanctuary after being injured in battle, so he could restore his health and rejuvenate before his next adventure.)
Avalon will restore your spirits, revive your relationships, & refresh your family/group with memories that last a lifetime.
Highlights: Incredible 360-degree water views w/floor-to-ceiling windows, private dock, heated oceanfront pool, 6-person jacuzzi hot tub, 4-hole putting green, incredible master bedroom suite, oversized parking for RVs & boat trailers, TWO beaches (one on the ocean, another on the river) & more.
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. (At BHIP, our motto is "We stock heavy, so you can travel light.")
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). Avalon is rented only to one party at a time; you will not be sharing the premises with strangers.
With 100 linear feet on both the ocean & river, oceanfront & riverfront recreation areas & more than 4000 square feet of indoor space & surrounding balconies, Avalon is among the largest & most lavishly appointed ocean-to-river beach houses available from BHIP.
Avalon sits alone on a private beach in a quiet residential area—no condos, high rises or large public beaches for miles. (No crowds, just a beach all to yourself.) The Atlantic Ocean is right off your back porch; the surf so close that you can toss a BBQ shrimp towards the dolphins from the oceanfront grill).
Plus: Across the street lies your *other* private beach—and your own 200-foot-long private boating & fishing dock on the pristine Indian River—offering some of the best fishing in the world. (Enjoy our complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear, boogie boards, fishing poles & tackle, metal detectors & more.)
Own a boat or a jet ski? Bring it! Moor it at your own private dock, and there's plenty of room to park your trailer. (Boat ramp just 1 mile away). RVs? Room for them, too!
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! 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: Avalon 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.
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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 12 ADULTS? Avalon 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.)
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: absolutely no smoking
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
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
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
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
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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/river, please use the outdoor showers we provide to rinse off sand before enjoying hot tub or entering home. (pets, too!)
D.) Because little hands touch floors, please leave your shoes at the door
E.) 12+ adults? Bunkbeds bedroom sleeps 4-6 kids. Inquire before booking.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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
Absolutely no smoking
Important information
You need to know
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: 19
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Stuart, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Stuart Heritage Museum and Veterans Memorial Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Saint Lucie Inlet State Park and Savannas Preserve State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast and Sailfish Splash Waterpark. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. Visit our Stuart travel guide
Does Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more! 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 Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Avalon: 8BR/5BA Ocean-to-River Palace; Heated pool, hot tub, private dock, more! 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).
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We had a great time and the house was amazing!! The view of the beach was unbelievable! We loved making smores, paddle boarding and finding shells 🐚! The amenities the house offered was unlike anywhere we have ever stayed!! We will definitely be back! 😊
Spent the weekend with family and all of us could not have been more pleased with our stay at Avalon. From the location, the amenities, the house itself, the customer service, all of it were beyond expectation. I've stayed at some nice rental properties but Avalon takes the cake for #1.
If you are considering a stay at Avalon, no need to spend too much time thinking about it- go ahead and book it.
This is our sixth year staying with Beach guest houses in paradise. This was our fourth different house and our favorite house that we’ve stayed in. We will be coming back next year to stay in the same house. It’s so amazing to have the Atlantic on one side and the Indian river on the other. So many different things to do for different personalities. We had a amazing time.
My husband an I have taken our family of 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren to many vacation houses over the years. This trip was to celebrate my husband who passed away a year ago . The house was perfect with the balcony so close to the ocean the pool was fun, the water sports were enjoined by the kids and the meals that were shared at that table tuened into hours of conersation and laughs Everyone said," The best house ever" Thank you
Great house, loved the kitchen and decks, lots of bedrooms, lots of room. Upper deck with sunrise and sunset views was the best. Something different to do every day, swim, bike, kayak, fish, paddleboard, we did it all. Great grill!! This was our second visit. We will come back.
Of all the places we have stayed at through the years, this house had everything you would want in a beach house. The house and property was clean with all essentials needed for the whole week included. The grills looked like they were brand new, which is not the case for most properties. The house itself has a great view of the beach and you can hear the waves crashing at night. The houses main benefit is being able to enjoy both the sound and ocean.
It was an amazing getaway for us!! We never had a house rental that offered so much and we thank you for all the little extras. The views are absolutely amazing the daily beach walks were so awesome, my only complaint was having a camera on us while in the hot tub they say if your uncomfortable with them to unplug the cameras except you can’t cause there hard wired so we didn’t get to spend much time in the hot tub outside due to camera it just goes against having some privacy and made us feel very uncomfortable
This place came with just about everything…plenty of plates, cups, beach towels, toys, bikes and etc. When they say you don’t need to bring any extras, they mean it. Both the bay and beach sides were great places to hang out. We had a few items break and maintenance came quickly to replace or fix. Ideal spot for 3-4 couples with kids…we fit 20 people but it was a little tight for that. Only negative is the sand. Just plan to have it all over everything. House has plenty of wash off stations and hoses to clean things off. Loved our time here!
This home was nothing short of AMAZING! The location and space were perfect for our family. We came for a family vacation - my husband and myself with our two daughters, 6 and 8 (though this home can of course accommodate SO, so many more).
The home has so much to offer - ocean with its sunrise views and the lagoon with the sunsets. The pool was so cute under a little tree and such a hit when needing a break from the sand and wind. The home had all the "toys" you could possibly imagine - we especially loved the kayaks and SUPS on the lagoon, as well as the wave boards on the ocean.
We have stayed at many beach home over the years, and this was the most well stocked home ever. The house was cleaned impeccably. The property manager was extremely responsive and had thought of absolutely everything.
Would very much recommend! And we would stay at this, or another BIP home, anytime!
Overall, great week! Loved the area, having the house so close to the beach, no crowds. Even after they came and changed the filter in the apartment air conditioner & sprayed air freshener it was still unusable for us. Musty & moldy smelling. Luckily for us, it wasn’t necessary.
Loved that everything was provided at the house. No beach paraphernalia was needed to be brought.
Our biggest complaint was the common area furniture. Horribly uncomfortable, nuisance with the covers. Desperately needs undated with new & comfortable furniture.
May 2024
This house is by far the best we have ever stayed in! They are not kidding when they tell you everything you need is there. They go above and beyond to take care of every need a guest might have. Plenty of toilet paper, paper towels, spices, coffee, condiments, bug spray, and so much more! The welcome basket (which we have never had anywhere we have stayed before!) was devoured by all quickly. The house was very clean and so well stocked with basics that all we needed was food. There was plenty of room for our family of 11 to be able to spread out and not be on top of each other. Having 2 beaches with lots of “toys” was great. Accommodated toddlers, adults and teens. My husband loved having the dock to park the jet ski and to fish. Everywhere we have stayed before he has had to drive to a pier to fish so he was happy. We were actually a little apprehensive about coming to this house because the description looked too good to be true! We are so glad we decided to give it a try. We will definitely be back in the future! Tina
Very accommodating, plenty of space, private, they provide toiletries, everything you can ask for is at your reach to have a great time in the property, we took out our boat and our family had a great vacation.
We definitely plan to come back, over and over!
We had a wonderful time at the Avalon! When they say it's fully stocked, it's true! They thought of everything and I've never been more pleased with a vacation rental!
The subject title says it all. This property is very well managed to indeed give you a true vacation experience. Great communicaton✔️All amenities one needs across the spectrum✔️Spectacular views & comforts✔️ No departure house preparation✔️
All that’s left is to come make the memories you came to experience.
Besides being a perfect location, with a magnificent view they have thought of everything. You can literally bring clothes and food and have everything else you need for the beach, river, and fishing, There are paddleboards, kayaks, beach gear, coolers, pool toys, towels, life jackets, something for everyone. I would definitely return and will recommend to friends!!!!
So many great memories made and such a BEAUTIFUL property. The rec area on the riverside was perfect for our 2 and 4-year-old to play in and was a fantastic lounging area for the whole fam! Enjoying the sunsets on the beachside was breathtaking and made for a perfect ending to each day. I can't say enough how great this rental was. They thought of everything, even down to diapers and baby sunscreen! We will def be back! Worth every penny!
Beach location was tremendous.
House was clean and well supplied. BHP responded quickly when notified of an issue.
The layout of the bathrooms was horrible. The sink in the master bath was tiny.
Only one bedroom closet in whole house.
These issues would stop us from returning to this house.
This was our fourth stay with BHIP. I enjoy these properties so much , it’s become difficult for me to stay anywhere else !
Avalon is a beautiful property, wonderfully stocked as all the BHIP properties are and in a lovely location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The pool and hot tub area were one of the highlights of Avalon. The upstairs bedrooms, other than the master, are quite small. There are really only four comfortable bedrooms. The small one upstairs and the living room beds are adequate for sleeping but that’s about it. The riverfront area was fabulous. The best of all the BHIP properties I have stayed at. And as always, Al is always available and attends to your every need !