Carpe Diem:ON the Beach w/heated Pool/hottub & dock.See the Video! DISCOUNTS!!

Stuart, Florida
$1509 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 7

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 18

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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 (
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!

---

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 CARPE DIEM:

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.)

Latin for Seize the Day, Carpe Diem is a stunning ocean-to-river SE Florida beach house that helps you seize the day, in every way. It's newly outfitted with 4K TVs, water toys, private heated oceanfront swimming pool, oceanfront hot tub, new appliances & furniture, high-speed business-class Wi-Fi & more. (Work from your laptop, tablet, smartphone, or even the smart TVs (which include all the SmartTV apps, from Youtube.com to Netflix & beyond)

Get everybody together & live the sweet life: Carpe Diem is perfect for family vacations & reunions, groups of friends & religious/corporate/group retreats.

At 7 bedrooms & 6 baths, 100 feet on both the river & ocean, riverfront & oceanfront entertainment decks and more than 3000 square feet of bedrooms, bathrooms & living area, Carpe Diem is among the most luxuriously appointed ocean-to-river beach houses available from BHIP.

The home is situated on a private beach in a quiet residential area—no condos, high rises or public beaches for miles. (No crowds, just a beach all to yourself & your group). The Atlantic Ocean is right off your back porch, so close that you can toss a piece of grilled shrimp into the water and watch the pelicans & fish fight for it. And 15 paces from your front door is your own private dock on the Indian River, offering some of the best fishing in the world, & stocked with all your favorite water toys (complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel gear, bicycles, boogie boards, fishing poles & tackle, metal detectors & more).

Own a boat or a jet ski Bring it! Moor it at your own dock, & there's ample room to park your trailer. (Boat ramp just 1 mile away). RVs Room for them, too!

REVIEWS: Read our thousands of 5-star reviews to see how families & 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 & read all of our 5-star VRBO reviews for BHIP beach houses just like this one.

At rates starting at less than $100/night per bedroom, enjoy 5-star luxury amenities & accommodations at an affordable price (Champagne on a beer budget!). Carpe Diem is rented only to one party at a time; you will not be sharing the premises w/ strangers.

FITNESS / TENNIS / PICKLEBALL / GOLF & MORE SWIMMING POOLS: While the ocean & river are fun, and the home's private heated pool & soothing jacuzzi hot tub are also a blast, some outdoor fanatics still want MORE: So, with your stay of 1 week or longer, the owner includes FREE complimentary passes to 3 resort-style pools at the nearby Ocean Club @ the Marriott Hutchinson Island Resort, conveniently located just 1 mile north of the home. (Your free passes provide access to the private18-hole golf course, tennis/pickleball complex & fitness, too).

About BHIP: Carpe Diem is one of dozens of luxury 5-star homes operated by Beach Houses in Paradise, the 25-year leader in offering 5-star luxury, amenities & service in sunny FL beachfront settings. During your stay, help is always just minutes away. As one of our guests put it in a five-star review, BHIP responded to our every call & message within 5 minutes. (They were always available, but never intrusive).



VIDEOS, 3D TOURS, FLOOR PLANS & MORE: Want a closer look at Carpe Diem 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)



ALL-INCLUSIVE (EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED)

From bicycles to beach blankets, towels to toilet paper, paddleboards to picnic baskets, & 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 & see for yourself) Many vacation rentals don't provide you such basics as towels, bed linens, toiletries, or cooking essentials like salt, pepper, spices, oils & other basic staples. But we do!

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 & 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 you can relax the very 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, all that comes free with your rental. There are no hidden surcharges, fines or penalties.



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!)



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 winner)
* 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:

Planning a modest event Or attending an event held at a nearby venue We'd love to help! Event-related reservations are approved on a case-by-case basis. Please inquire about your event BEFORE booking (to avoid paying cancellation fee).



MORE THAN 10 ADULTS Carpe Diem might be a tight fit. Please inquire before booking.



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.)

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Beach Umbrellas Private Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    7 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3200 Sq Ft (297 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Outdoor Pool Private Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    5.5 Bathrooms Bathrobes Bathtub Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Portuguese Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Bicycle On Site Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Rafting Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Music Library Netflix Stereo Streaming Services Table Tennis Video Game Console Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Baby Monitor Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Lake On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service Phone Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Absolutely No Smoking Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 05:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 18

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Michael E.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    We had a terrific time at Carpe Diem and are already looking forward to coming back next year. Thank you to Al and the team for providing such a nice spot!

  • Mistie M.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Great house with AMAZING views!!! We had 12 adults in our group and the space was perfect! Had problems with the air conditioning and key pad in the apartment. We texted the property manager, and he responded very quickly and had people there within 20 minutes to get them fixed. Would highly recommend staying here!

  • Diane C.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    This home is absolutely spectacular. On one side you have the ocean on the other you have the bay we had family ranging in age from less than two to over 80 and everyone had a wonderful time. The addition of the resort pass to the Marriott was great. We used it frequently to go to the beach as well as to go to the pool. Gave us a lot of options. The house was really well stocked and everything was very nice. Highly recommend.

  • Julie D.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    The beach house Carpe Diem was fantastic. Great location, well stocked, clean and very spacious. We are so grateful they allow dogs…best vacation ever said the dogs!!!

  • Mary Jane M.

    Submitted May 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 22, 2025

    We were in Florida for my son’s Wedding. The house was a great place for the family the dat after the wedding. The property was so beautiful. We would rent again!

  • Sean R.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    Six kids and Six adults and Everything was perfect! House was amazing, property and area was breath taking, everything was there as promised, bring your clothes and food - that's it! Property owner was outstanding. We can't wait to go back!

  • Vicki R.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Our first thoughts as we walked in were how big and beautiful this house was. The abundance of porches and views to look at was a wonderful hang out spot. The bedrooms were nice as well. Overall just a great location and a relaxing getaway.

  • Gary J.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2025

    Stayed Feb 16, 2025

    Just a great location with water all around. Quiet spot with great access to the beach. Very clean.

  • Brenda D.

    Submitted Feb 25, 2025

    Stayed Feb 1, 2025

    We enjoyed a wonderful vacation with our family in this beautiful beach house.

  • Janet C.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    If you're considering this house, just do it! We have never stayed anywhere that comes close to offering what we experienced at Carpe Diem. There is nothing, and I mean nothing that isn't supplied for the entire family! They even had diapers and wipes for our 18 month old granddaughter. I brought all kinds of things thinking they won't have this. Well guess what? They had it. So make your reservation, pack only your clothes, and get ready for an amazing time here. We will absolutely be back! :)

  • Barbara S.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 2, 2024

    This was our 2nd year at this beautiful home. We are a group of 70+ year old women. We all loved the house for its beautiful views. We have traveled together for years and we have never enjoyed a house so well stocked.. it has everything! There is plenty of sleeping space and the rooms are beautiful with views. We fortunately can all climb the stairs and we hope to return. The property manager Al is amazing as well as his team!

  • Sharon T.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    Carpe Diem had all the things we needed and more! We had a family reunion with our 2 sons & their families. Everything listed was provided plus a lot of extras. Basically all we had to provide was food. The kitchen had everything you could ever need and all the water fun equipment was provided. Al was immediately responsive to our questions & requests. We were blessed with a full week of sun & warm weather. One of our favorite things was kayaking & paddleboarding in the inner coastal among manatees & rays. Great Thanksgiving week!

  • bernie c.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2024

    Stayed Oct 27, 2024

    We have stayed multiple times at this location and “Heaven can’t wait” next door, as expected they are 5 stars at everything, like they advertise… they stock heavy so you can pack light.I constantly try to recruit new people to come with us and experience one of Al’s Beach Houses In Paradise!!

  • Michael E.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    This is the fourth time the family all got together at one of Al’s properties. As usual, it did not disappoint. Everyone had a terrific time and we’ve already booked again for next year. A big thanks to Al and the team at Beach houses in Paradise.

  • Philip Z.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 17, 2024

    “Carpe diem” is really nice the location is excellent (close to grocery store, surrounding restaurants, and entertainment) and views are amazing, but most importantly the property management team is top notch! The house was clean and well stocked and even had surprises for the kids! Upon arrival things were setup and in place specifically for our family i.e. baby bassinet and monitors(even though we brought our own)! We did not have to search for any convenient items. Would highly recommend staying at any of the BHIP properties. Our family was in town for a funeral despite the circumstances had a really nice time thanks to the BHIP team. In the future we will plan a vacation to stay with BHIP.

  • Liset V.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    The property is very well maintained, the location is excellent and we were able to watch both sunrise and sunset every day of our stay. We had a wonderful time.

  • Penny H.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    We had 16 people, 7 kids and 10 adults. We all had plenty of space and facilities. The home was well appointed and far exceeded our expectations. There were plenty of activities from kayaks and paddle boards to board games. Every room had a big TV and we had lots of seats for dining. Our host was very attentive and responded quickly to our communication. Highly recommend this location for a large group. We would have stayed for a few days after the kids left but it was booked. Hope to make this an annual event.

  • Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Aug 14, 2024

    Al was super attentive, the hone was great, the place is perfect of you are looking for a fun family get away thats private and fun

  • David S.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    The property is in immaculate shape and all the amenities provided give you the resort feel with the privacy of your own home. The location is great for a quiet retreat and you cannot beat the beachfront views. The house feels much larger in person than the pictures and plenty of rooms for a large family or group. The host is very responsive and helpful. Highly recommended and we will definitely rebook next time we are Stuart, FL bound.

  • Angelina S.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    Our family stayed at carp diem and it was more than what I expected. Al said just bring your clothes and food and it was exactly that. We went fishing and swimming. We watched the sun rise and the sunset. There was plenty of room for all of us. We had an amazing time and made lots of memories. We will definitely be back. Thank you for sharing your house. Steffens Family

  • Lori K.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2024

    Stayed May 19, 2024

    This place had absolutely everything we needed and more. The kids were too busy to wine about a thing and never once said they were bored. The adults got to relax and throw food at them. AMAZING the thought and the detail that went into making sure every need was met. We all had our own space when needed and were comfortable. Hung out on the ocean side deck mostly, but also spent a great deal of time on the river and caught fish from the dock, loved the kayak and paddle board. We saw manatee, dolphin, sting ray, manta ray and a couple of crows trying to steal stuff off our table when nobody was there....they like Doritos. The bathtub beach was just a short walk and so worth it. Got re-married on the beach with all my kids and grand-kids and made beautiful memories for a lifetime. This place was just plain perfect for us and can't imagine anyone complaining about a single thing. I stay in a lot of rentals by owners and can tell you that is highly unusual to have a good fry pay in any of them (it's expected) and this place had the BEST cookware- surprise!!!. Correspondence was great and when a storm knocked out the internet, it took us a bit to realize, because we were too busy having fun, but Al was right on top of it as soon as we told him and got it fixed fast. Best Property manager I've had with quick response time and full of information that made this so much easier to manage with a group of 14 of us. This trip was a dream come true for us. Thank you so much for this!

You might like these similar properties

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$1,509+
View details