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Aquatopia North: Riverfront beach house, w/ dock, heated pool + hot tub & more!

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Riverside private pool and hot tub, complete with lounge deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk-Beds Bedroom

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King or Two Twins

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Master King Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom (apartment)

1 Queen Bed

Studio (apartment)

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Apartment bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Common-area bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aquatopia North: Riverfront beach house, w/ dock, heated pool + hot tub & 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 waterfront 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 waterfront 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 waterfront 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, senior, first responder, military, education, medical, civil service, volunteer & more.

ABOUT THE HOME:

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—& 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.")

Aquatopia (North) is the little beach house with the big heart: A completely refitted and redecorated 6-bedroom, 3 bath waterfront utopia … disguised as a beach house! Optimized for families with children, this five-star luxury home features a heated swimming pool plus hot tub, outdoor summer kitchen/grill & play area, private dock on the Indian River, and more. (The Indian River is the most biodiverse estuary in North America, teeming with fish, dolphin, manatee and 4000+ species of marine life). And perhaps best of all, Aquatopia North is just one short block away from the Atlantic Ocean!

And: You enjoy our complete set of complimentary water toys and recreational items. Kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles, fishing gear, snorkel gear, and so much more.

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: Your beach house 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.

About BHIP: Aquatopia North 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.



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!



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)



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".



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



EVENTS & CELEBRATIONS: Because parking is limited to only 4 vehicles, and the home lies at the end of a private one-way street in a very quiet residential neighborhood, this home is not available for large parties or events. It is NOT a party house. Plus: The area surrounding the home is environmentally fragile, and cannot safely withstand more people than the posted maximum occupancy of the home itself. The house also lacks a single large room suitable for hosting a large group. If you want to have a big party near the beach, consider these nearby alternatives: The Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort has ample facilities for large events, and The House of Refuge has a smaller room that it rents out to small-to-medium-size events.



MORE THAN 8 ADULTS? Aquatopia North might be a tight fit. Please inquire before booking.



HOUSE TOO SMALL? Got a large group? Worried that the house might be too small? Supersize your reservation by adding "Aquatopia (South)", and SAVE! (Aquatopia South is the 6BR/4BA riverfront pool house that's right next door to Aquatopia North, also featuring its own private dock + heated pool). You can book this home at VRBO/HomeAway property ID# 4970215, and get an extra 10% multi-property reservation discount!



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.)



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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About the area

Stuart

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 some of the area's attractions include The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast and Sailfish Splash Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish House Art Center, or check out an event or a game at Halpatiokee Park Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Stuart, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stuart Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fort Pierce Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Elliott Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Bathtub Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carsons Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Benihana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alice's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lane 21 - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Aquatopia North. Wonderful pool, hot tub, kayaks, boat dock on the intercostal, and short drive to several free ocean beaches. The house was fully stocked with beach chairs, games, fishing gear, kitchen supplies, and tons of towels. Convenient to Stuart and shopping. Checkin and checkout were excellent. Our family vacation had something for everyone. We'd definitely stay again.
Full Moon rising over the house and pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacay property with many extras and fully stocked!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanci R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed another fantastic vacation staying at Aquatopia North for 10 nights with our adult children and grandchildren. As always, the heated pool was a huge hit with our young grandchildren. The view from the gas fired seating area and dining table on the deck provided fabulous views of the river and the most spectacular sunsets! A highlight for all of us this year was when a manatee swam under the dock! We also enjoyed watching the pelicans dive for fish off the dock.A major bonus is all that is provided at the house- outside there are kayaks, paddleboards, water bike, fishing equipment, pool and beach toys, bicycles, and more. Inside the house is so well stocked with staples such as coffee and tea, condiments, spices, and also beach towels and toiletries. The service from Al Roberts and his team is exceptional! It gives us piece of mind to know that our vacation rental will be clean and well supplied, so we can just relax and enjoy our vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nigel g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb property and host

Immaculate villa in superb setting. Fantastically stocked by a very attentive host. Thank you for a great stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

We loved our time at Aquatopia North! Beautiful location, amazing amenities and excellent management. It was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed the pool so much and watching the sunsets on our deck. The fishing from the dock was so fun along with all the water toys! We couldn’t recommend this place more! Thanks for the awesome stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family vacation

This house has it all! We loved everything form the gift basket to the coffee to all the toys you can imagine. We rented a pontoon and found an amazing little island with a sand bar. The beaches are all so close also. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic experience

Best VBRO stay ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

The property was amazing all the amenities a person needed. We had a good size family group for my mother’s 80th birthday. Every one enjoyed the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

abbey l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aquatopia north

Check in was very easy, host was prompt with sending directions and codes. They were able to accommodate a little earlier check in. House was very clean and well stocked. Pool and hot tub were checked often. Great location and property. Check out was very simple. Host was responsive and easy to work with
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Mother’s Day weekend!

We celebrated my sons second birthday and Mother’s Day at this home, and it exceeded all of our expectations. We have rented rental homes throughout the world, and this by far has the best accommodations we have experienced. Five stars don’t hesitate and book it now.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation stay in Stuart

The property has a fantastic location for any water activities , the beach, or adventures in town. Absolutely everything we needed was provided. The pool size and temperature were great. The deck, equipped with plenty of lounging and relaxing areas, was fantastic and what a view! Thanks Al
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jed M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

Amazing!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wing Foiling

Great location for wing foiling. Can safely launch from house in any wind direction except directly off shore. Lots of water related activities for family.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Outdoor Area

Great communication, fully stocked house. Loved that the indoor living space opened right out to the backyard pool/patio area. Very spacious for relaxing outside. Worked well with bedroom areas being in separate areas if you’re traveling with extended family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

This place truly has it all. Very well stocked for everthing you'll need. The pool was a bit warm, so Al had a sling cover installed the next day which helped tremendously with the sun and temperature. Beds were all very comfortable. Very private tropical vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house

The amount this house is stocked with is amazing. All you have to bring is your clothes, your friends/family and what you like to eat. They have everything. It’s located walking distance to Tiger Beach, and Publix that has everything you need. We love Stuart and this house was top notch!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

casey p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

Beautiful home, location and city. The house was perfect for me and my family. We were on vacation to disconnect from our busy lives and we could have honestly not left the house once and be completely satisfied, it has everything especially the view. Of the beaches nearby I would recommend Tiger beach. It was beautiful teal water and is not crowded compared to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Paradise

From beginning to end this property was top notch. From the moment we walked in we felt so welcomed. From all the amenities to the extra supplies that were available we couldn't ask for more. Our family has rented vacation homes for years and this has to be the top of our list and definite return to property. From small children, teens, and adults, there was more than enough to keep everyone happy. We loved our getaway and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect

All was simply perfect. Exactly as you see on the pictures, everything works to perfection, very smooth check-in and check-out. House with all the amenities you can think of (even some you can’t even imagine). Very professional service. We will certainly come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

We have stayed in numerous rental properties, and this was managed better than any other property.. by a lot. Beach Houses in Paradise has set the bar for what I would hope for in every property. Everything you would ever need was provided with some very nice extras. Al was extremely responsive to questions throughout the process. The house was very comfortable. The pool was top notch. The view was beautiful. I would highly recommend this house and company!! (Just not when we want to come back.)
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Laid back intercostal front property

This house had it all. 2 Coffee makers, full kitchen, waffle maker, beach towels, pool, paddle boards, gas grill, dock on the intercostal. Ocean / beach access less than a mile away You can bring your own boat and jetskis. They can be kept on the water out back. Publix grocery store less than one mile away. Spent 6 days here and the time flew! Would def. Rent this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan Kris Tina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

One of, if not the best, home we’ve stayed in. They had EVERYTHING you could possibly need and things you wouldn’t know you did. Fully stocked all around from towels to toilet paper and even paper plates. We were beyond surprised and pleased. The house was well maintained and had all amenities. We will Be booking again with them soon and have even looked at their other properties. Thank you for preparing for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation Ever!

The beach house was fabulous! Heated pool, hot tub, all the fun water toys you could wish for and tons of games & bikes for the kids just to name a few of the many amenities this beach house in paradise has to offer. When they say pack light they have everything you’ll need… believe them. Al Roberts, the property manager was so quick to respond back to any questions we had. From the initial booking to when we were on the property he was top notch. We can’t wait to come back. When our grandkids told us this was the best vacation they ever had we couldn’t help but smile back and say, us too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Full of amenities & hospitality

Weather was uncooperative, but home was beautiful. A tub would have been helpful for our 18 month old. Maybe recommend a baby bath tub. Gift basket, baby supplies and crib, and house supplies were greatly appreciated. Expresso machine and ice maker made wonderful, not anticipated, appliances. Private location with excellent view of Indian river, yet close to town. Would absolutely recommend to parties and families with six or less persons. Only two bathrooms but lots of beds. It was perfect for the two of us and baby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We stayed at Aquatopia North for 3 weeks and loved the house. We are a couple and on weekends would have friends/family stay. House was stocked with everything you need aside from your own food. Coffee, spices, TP, PT … it’s all there! We never needed to buy any of it the whole time we were there. Property manager was excellent. if any issues arose they were taken care of immediately. The location is so convenient to beach, Publix, Stuart and Jensen Beach. Didn’t want to leave!!! Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023
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