Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more
DISCOUNTS are available to most renters! (see details below). Pay less than $100/night per bedroom.
HAVE IT ALL — Live, work, play, and 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.
Located less than an hour from Palm Beach International Airport, this 5-star-rated oceanfront retreat sits in Stuart FL: USA Today’s #1 Coastal Small Town in America (2024). It’s also proudly named America’s Happiest Seaside Town by Coastal Living Magazine.
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? 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.
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).
Property Manager Al Roberts (thousands of 5-star reviews) lives in the neighborhood, and is always just a text or phone call away. Al & his team: Always available, but never intrusive.
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 THE HOME:
Brand New in 2023! The newest Beach House in Paradise is the 10BR/6BA mammoth sister property to our top-rated "Aquarius" beach house next door (now re-named "Aquarius North"). This brand new home is named "Aquarius South", and features 10 luxuriously-appointed bedrooms, 6 baths, heated swimming pool + spa, private dock, putting green, riverfront recreation area and private access to the Atlantic Ocean (located right across the street!) And if this massive home isn't big enough for your group, consider "Aquarius Resort", where you can rent both "Aquarius" homes together (17BR/11BA) in a single reservation. (See VRBO listing ID# 3137824 )
As an astrological sign, Aquarius is the bearer of water, the giver and sustainer of life. And so it is with this water-rich beach house! Let "Aquarius South" infuse your life—and those of your family or group—with its countless water pleasures, including riverfront heated swimming pool and spa, private boat dock, floating jet ski dock/walkway, direct beach access, complementary water toys, fishing gear, snorkel , bicycles, putting green, Tesla chargers, and more.
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—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.")
With 10 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, Aquarius South is one of several luxury five-star properties operated by Beach Houses in Paradise, the 20-year leader in offering 5-star luxury, amenities and service in sunny waterfront settings.
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.
At rates starting at less than $100 per night per bedroom, enjoy 5-star luxury amenities and accommodations at an affordable price (the proverbial champagne on a beer budget!) Note: This home is rented only to one party at a time; you will not be sharing the premises with strangers or unknown travelers.
Own a boat? Bring it! Moor it at your own private dock, and there's even room to park your trailer. RV? room for that too!
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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 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 15 ADULTS? Aquarius South 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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About sand fleas & mosquitos: These outdoor pests sometimes visit "Wild" coastal Florida, too! Recently, the homeowner installed a property-wide MistAway misting system that provides relief from stinging pests on the property and poolside (push-button mist-on-demand controls).
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A TREASURE CHEST OF DELIGHT: Aquarius South sits in the middle of the "Treasure Coast". To this very day, gold doubloons, pieces of eight & other Spanish treasure still wash up along Hutchinson Island, after big storms. (Complimentary beach-comber metal-detectors and instructions are provided.)
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HELP PRESERVE OUR PRISTINE AREA
The river is considered among the most biologically rich & environmentally sensitive estuary in North America. Our owners avidly support local environmental groups, contributing millions in recent decades.
Help preserve our area:
* Don't approach dolphins, sea turtles & manatees (often seen near the end of the dock). These are protected species. The offshore marine patrol prosecutes aggressively.
* Please clean up after a successful day fishing. Discard all hooks, line & litter.
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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 hot tub or entering home (pets, too!).
D.) Because little hands touch floors, please leave your shoes at the door
E.) 15+ adults? Bunkbeds bedroom sleeps 6 kids. Inquire before booking.
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: 24
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more on 7 May 2026 start from AU$2,618, 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 South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
How much is parking at Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, private dock & more?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Aquarius South: Luxe 10BR/6BA , w/ heated swimming pool+spa, 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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Another great family vacation at Aquarius South. Al and the whole BHIP team always succeed in giving us a great experience. Don’t hesitate these people won’t let you down. We’ve stayed with them five years running and will be back again.
This home was amazing...every detail is thought of! They even had baby motrin which my 1 year old grandson needed. (Hes cutting his "I" teeth.) Perfect location... will rent again!!!
We had another great stay on the island. This is our third year renting from BHiP, and this was our favorite house yet. The beach area is amazing for kids, with all the water toys you could want. The house has a nice layout for large families. We would definitely rent again.
This is a fantastic property for families with young children. The glass surround at the pool makes a safe and wonderful play area for the kids. The beach area is perfect, shallow, warm, and protected from the wind.
The best part of our stay was the easy availability of sports equipment to enjoy both the water and the shore outdoors and to cool off indoors with a game of darts/pingpong/foosball.
Amazing house and everything you could possibly want or need. The kids had the best time finding little creatures in the river. Pool and spa were nice and warm which was nice for the couple of cool days we had. We couldn't have asked for a better place to spend our fall break. This property was amazing
Great house to rent for big family. Very good company to do business with, good communication and if there was an issue (we had one small issue), they jumped right on it. I would recommend this company, the house and would rent from them again.
We have stayed at several VRBOs over the past 15 years and we have never had at experience like we did at Aquarius South. It was absolutely amazing. The house, location and activities were top knotch. We were surprised with the amount of amenities at the house. We are going to plan a trip back soon!
What a beautiful property set on the Indian River! Birds & fish of many varieties, dolphin, manatees - everyday brought something new!! The house truly has everything you may possibly need to relax and restore your peace of mind! The River was so much more calm than the oceanfront! We all loved it!!
This house has spoiled us for future VRBO rentals. It is BY FAR the best stocked house we have ever rented…from the kitchen to the outdoor activities, to towels and linens it was impressive. The area is beautiful, we watched a SpaceX launch from the beach, saw sea turtle tracks every morning on the beach, had a family fishing tournament off the pier (and caught at least 12 species of fish). I could go on and on, but we all are already talking about a return trip next year, we could not have been more pleased!
The pictures on the listing gave us a good idea of the place, but we were still impressed. The property was immaculately maintained, incredibly clean and unbelievably stocked. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook several family meals. Beach toys, games, fishing…absolutely everything you can think of was at the house. We are pretty picky with rentals and would not hesitate to go back. Loved…loved…loved it.
Summer vacation with kids. Aquarius South was truly amazing trip! The communication was perfection, the house was clean and completely stocked with anything you’ll ever need. We love eating out on vacation, but the view.. the dock.. and the firepit on the beach kept us home cooking every night so we could enjoy every moment. A+. We saw Manatees, Sea Turles and tons of Jelly fish… great location and worth every penny! Hope to be back soon!
Best home rental experience we have ever had! The house was immaculate, extremely well stocked and had an over abundance of toys and other items to make our stay special for ages 6-80. Rooms were comfortable and well appointed to allow quiet time away from others when needed. The rental staff was very easy to work with and attentive to any needs. This one will not disappoint! Over the top Hutchinson Island rental. Cant wait for next time!
This house had everything you can think of and was by far the best appointed Rental house we have ever stayed in. Our crew had SO much fun in the house/ pool/dock, entertaining the kids was a piece of cake. The only advice I would give is: if you take out the water toys/boats, go upstream first! The current is strong!
Brian C.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2023
Thank you for your warm review, and for sharing your impressions of the home/area with others.
You make a great suggestion about the current in the river that borders the home: Aquatopia South is very close to the ocean inlet, so the incoming and outgoing tides can come into play, especially for adventurous and fitness-oriented people who seek to venture a mile or more away from the home, on the far side of the river where the water is deeper. (On the other hand, the waters very close to the home are not affected so much, as the river is shallow near the home).
Thank you again for the review. Looking forward to seeing you again next year!
Property was simply outstanding! We can’t say enough about it! We had 9 adults and 11 children - plenty of room for everyone. We gave this trip to our kids/grandkids for Christmas 2024. Great fishing off the dock, pool was secure with only one entry- wonderful when watching littles- plenty of space to play outside, fun water toys, excellent access to Atlantic Ocean across the street, etc. The house was completely stocked and ready for our large group.… there were welcome baskets in the cribs complete with diapers, and baby accessories. I could go on and on!!
The property was incredible, especially the amenities. This is the first time in a long time that the kids didn’t get bored. Between the pool, beach, water toys and fishing the kids played outside all day and stayed off their electronics. The house was fully stocked with everything we thought we would possibly need as well as some things that came in handy that we never would have thought of. We would absolutely return.
I am at a loss of words to describe this trip and this house! The additional amenities they thought of went hugely above and beyond. The house was clean and beautiful!! The location was perfect, quiet and close to everything we needed! The dock was amazing for fishing and watching manatees. Al was an amazing host with prompt response to all my questions. Stuart is a great town with amazing friendly people!! Again, I can’t say enough about this house. Absolutely perfect!! We will definitely be back!!
WOW....I really dont have words to say how awesome it is to work with Beach Houses in Paradise. You can literally show up with shorts and a shirt and be good for a week. These places have everything! When they say pack light, take em serious! Thanks Al and Beach Houses in Paradise! 5 Families of non stop fun and memories. 151st Street Jupiter Florida!
This was the ideal property for our family reunion and had everything we needed. The house was clean and well stocked with things you would expect, but even had things you’d never expect to find at a vacation rental. Lots of games and outdoor toys for all ages were there. Al even got high chairs and portable cribs for the babies. He was super responsive and made sure all of our needs were addressed. We love this location because of the quiet neighborhood and safe surroundings. Also, easy access to the river and the beach allowed us to have lots of time in the water. We will definitely consider this property for future reunions.
Dan S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 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/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. 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. (Palm Beach International less than one hour away).
Languages:
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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