Pickleball & Sun: Shoulder-Season Vero Beach Stay
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Beach Blessings is a single-story vacation rental home in Florida Ridge, near Vero Beach, offering a coastal-themed retreat for shoulder-season travelers chasing warm weather and pickleball courts. The property sleeps guests across three bedrooms (one king, two queen) and pairs a relaxed residential setting with easy access to Treasure Coast attractions. It is a whole-home rental rather than a traditional hotel, ideal for groups wanting privacy and space.
Rooms & Layout
The home features three bedrooms -- a king suite and two queen bedrooms -- along with a dining area and a desk space. Coastal decor runs throughout, and four Smart TVs are distributed across the home for entertainment. Central heating and A/C plus ceiling fans keep the home comfortable year-round.
Kitchen & Dining
A full kitchen includes a stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, blender, and toaster, along with cooking basics, dishware, and flatware for guests who prefer to cook in. A Keurig and a Toastmaster drip coffee maker are provided with starter pods for morning coffee. Nearby dining options within a few miles include Twisted Lime Restaurant & Bar, Bearded Brothers Taphouse & Eatery, El Rinconcito Cubano, Chili's Grill & Bar, and IHOP.
Outdoor & Recreation
The standout features here are the screened-in porch with seating, a fenced-in backyard, and a fire pit, all set up for warm-weather evenings and casual gatherings. The listing highlights its proximity to pickleball, with South County Park's 12 courts about 2 miles away and Lakewood Park Regional Park's 4 outdoor courts, disc golf course, community pool, and trails roughly 3 miles out. McKee Botanical Garden and South Beach Park are also within a short drive.
Location & Access
The home sits about 170 meters from the Highland Dr SW & 21st St SW bus stop, and within roughly 6 miles of downtown shops, bars, restaurants, and museums. Multiple regional airports are within driving distance, including Fort Pierce St Lucie County International (about 8 km), Vero Beach Regional Airport (about 10 km), Witham Field (about 46 km), and Melbourne Orlando International (about 64 km).
Best for
This home suits groups of pickleball and tennis enthusiasts, given its proximity to South County Park's 12 pickleball courts and Lakewood Park Regional Park's additional courts and trails. It's also a strong fit for families or friend groups seeking a self-catered, kid-friendly home with a fenced yard, fire pit, and screened porch for relaxed evenings. Travelers wanting shoulder-season warmth away from a traditional hotel setting, with free parking for up to three vehicles, will appreciate the practical layout.
Travel tips
A bus stop (Highland Dr SW & 21st St SW) is just 170 meters away for those wanting a car-free option nearby, though a vehicle is recommended to reach attractions like McKee Botanical Garden (5 miles) or South Beach Park (8 miles). The home offers driveway parking for up to three vehicles but no garage access, and keyless entry simplifies check-in. Given the fall/shoulder-season focus, pack for warm days and cooler evenings around the fire pit.
What guests say
The single review on record describes the home as beautiful and spacious, praising it for having all the amenities guests needed. Cleanliness was specifically highlighted as a strong point. No negative themes are present in the available review excerpt, though the sample size is limited to one review.
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