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Tropical painter and writer retreat

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Overview of Tropical painter and writer retreat

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 50 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Jensen Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationRiverwalk6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLyric Theater6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSailfish Splash Waterpark11 min drive
  • AirportWest Palm Beach, FL (LNA-Lantana)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Kids bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tropical painter and writer retreat

A beautiful tropical 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom home in quiet and lovely Jensen Beach. This sunny retreat on a lush tropical property with Coconut palms, Banyan trees and a beautiful Bamboo birdhouse garden is a 2 block walk from the intercostal waterway and a 7 minute drive to great ocean beaches.
The 2 bedroom house was built in 1958 in a mid-century modern style. The well appointed master bedroom has a king size bed with high end bedding in a tropical style. The room is furnished in a design style that features dark tropical rattan furniture and tropical paintings. The bathroom has a full size shower and no bathtub. The 2nd bedroom is furnished with 2 twin beds. The living room continues the tropical design theme with key retro pieces of traditional Florida rattan furniture from the 1960's. The kitchen is equipped with a modern smooth surface electric range, microwave, toaster and toaster oven, Kurig coffee system, and a built in dishwasher.
This mid-century modern house is a well appointed artist retreat that is used by Billie Jo Thomson as a painter's retreat. Billie's paintings adorn the walls and the art is constantly changing. One signature piece was created for and used in the Tim Burton film, "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children".
The house is located in Jensen Beach, a jewel of Old Florida traditions and styles. The beaches are beautiful and range from very accessible with life guards on duty 7 days a week to more secluded private quiet retreats.
Downtown Stuart is a 5 minute drive and is another jewel of Old Florida with a quaint main street in the traditional Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. With over 20 world class restaurants in a 3 block area, the nights are full of pleasant, friendly Florida entertainment.

Property manager

Chris August

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Jensen Beach

Located in Jensen Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Lyric Theater and Stuart Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast and Riverwalk. Sailfish Splash Waterpark and Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
Map
Jensen Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 6 min drive
  • Lyric Theater - 6 min drive
  • Stuart Beach - 11 min drive
  • Sailfish Splash Waterpark - 11 min drive
  • Bathtub Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Namaste Grill - 7 min drive
  • The Waterfront - 6 min drive
  • Anna's Pizza - 15 min walk
  • Hudsons On The River - 7 min drive
  • Stuart Boathouse - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical painter and writer retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical painter and writer retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical painter and writer retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical painter and writer retreat located?

Located in the heart of Jensen Beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Riverwalk, Lyric Theater and Shepard Park. Stuart Heritage Museum and Indian Riverside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Had a great stay here. This property is ideally located to access Jensen beach and all its amenities. We needed to extend our stay and the property manager/ owners were very responsive. The house was very clean and located in a friendly neighborhood. I would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Werner V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Was everything there what you need, Bathroom was nice and new …
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location/Spotless accommodation
My wife and I throughly enjoyed our stay at the home in Rio. Just as advertised. 5 min. drive to Stuart, 10-15 min. to Jensen Beach. That’s the beach. Lots of parking at no charge. Quaint downtown area. The check in was a breeze and the home was as clean as any VRBO property we have stayed at. Had a minor issue and Chris immediately rectified it. You can feel confident that you are in good hands. We wanted a stress free weekend just north of us and couldn’t have asked for a better time. I would definitely recommend a visit if you’re looking for a nice relaxing trip away from the crowds. Our sincere thanks to our hosts for such a great experience! Mike P
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful little home
The house is exactly as advertised, clean, in a quiet neighborhood. It's a good area to take a walk for a stretch, but you won't walk to eat, shop, see the shore, etc. That's OK! There are many restaurants and shops within 10-15 minutes drive time, and many public beaches both north and south of this area. The backyard is a delight. The owners are very easy to contact.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place, best host I have dealt with
When we pulled into the place, we were impressed with how laid-back and beautiful the property is. The interior of the home is great. It’s got the tropical, laid-back relaxed vibe. The backyard is really cool. The home is loaded with everything you’re going to need and then some. Really comfortable setting, beds are great and the place was super clean. the location is perfect, your minutes from the beach minutes from great fishing in downtown Stuart. The host Chris, is by far the best host I’ve ever dealt with. We rental places all over the state and east coast of the US several times a month. Chris was beyond helpful and easy to get along with. Restored my faith in hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris August

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Languages:

English
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