Island Surf Retreat - Beach - Surf - Kayak - Bike - North Hutchinson Island
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Island Surf Retreat is a newly remodeled, smoke-free townhouse/vacation home on North Hutchinson Island in the Florida Ridge area. It’s set up as an activity-forward beach base, with guest-use gear for beach days and time on the water. Public feedback is very strong at 5/5 from 16 reviews.
Location & Surroundings
The home is a short walk to the beach and sits right across the street from Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, making it convenient for ocean access and nature time. Nearby attractions mentioned for the area include St. Lucie County Aquarium, Downtown Fort Pierce, and local landmarks such as St. Lucie Village Heritage Park and Hallstrom Farmstead. For shopping, the Fort Pierce Farmer’s Market and Fort Pierce Shopping Center are noted options.
Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
Sleeping is centered around an upstairs loft bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and walk-in shower. The loft has a queen bed with a twin trundle plus two air mattresses available; a pack-n-play is provided for infants, and the ground-floor living room includes a queen sleeper sofa. The ground floor also has a half bath, full kitchen, living area, and a washer/dryer; it’s described as comfortably sleeping 5, with up to 7 using air mattresses.
Amenities & Outdoor Space
Indoors, the unit includes air conditioning, a full kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, plus an ironing board. The kitchen is positioned for self-catering with cookware and staples such as spices, olive oil, coffee/tea, and basic condiments; ice is available in the freezer. Outside, guests have a backyard setup with patio furniture, a gas outdoor grill, an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach, and a fenced yard.
Recreation & Nearby Dining
This is a convenient base for surfing, fishing, boating, kayaking, snorkeling, and beach time, with bikes and beach chairs available for guest use (use at your own risk per the property’s waiver). For meals and nightlife, waterfront spots are close by, including Sharky’s (about 408 m away) and nearby options such as Manatee Island Bar & Grill, Island Beach Bar and Restaurant, and Chuck’s Seafood Restaurant within a few kilometers.
Best for
This townhouse suits beach-and-water-sports travelers who want quick beach access and a location directly across from Fort Pierce Inlet State Park, plus guest-use bikes and beach chairs. It’s also a strong fit for pet owners, thanks to its dog-friendly policy (fee applies) and fenced yard.
Travel tips
Plan on walking to the beach and the state park area, and use the provided outdoor shower to rinse off sand before heading indoors. If you’re flying in, Fort Pierce St Lucie County International Airport is the closest listed airport (about 6.9 km away), with Vero Beach Regional Airport and others farther out. If you’re bringing a dog, note the one-time $100 per-stay pet fee and that cats are not allowed.
What guests say
Reviews highlight a well-kept, clean-feeling condo/townhouse experience. Guests repeatedly point to the convenience of being able to bring dogs, aligning with the property’s dog-friendly policy and fenced yard. Location is another recurring strength, particularly the easy walk to the beach. No consistent negatives are represented in the provided excerpts.
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