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Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE!

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

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Experience the ultimate ocean-to-river retreat at Xanadu, a 12+BR/6BA luxury beachfront palace. Enjoy Gigabit-speed commercial-grade secure Wi-Fi internet from anywhere on the property, including your private beach and dock. Relax in your heated oceanfront plunge pool / hot tub or take a dip in the riverside heated swimming pool.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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13 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 24380 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE!

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 XANADU:

Xanadu: "An idyllic, exotic, or luxurious place" (Webster's Dictionary).

Xanadu is a luxury 12+BR/6BA ocean-to-river beachfront palace, literally fewer than 10 steps away from the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Featuring a private elevator, private dock, heated oceanfront plunge pool / hot tub, heated swimming pool (on the riverside), 5-hole miniature-golf putting green, & so much more!

Perched high atop an oceanfront sand dune, the home is so close to the ocean that a child can toss a tennis ball into the water, from Xanadu's large oceanfront deck. And with 12+ bedrooms, 6 bathrooms (including 4 en-suite bathrooms), this enormous 4-story retreat is packed with features to delight everyone in your family or group, across all ages. Xanadu includes a double-oven oceanfront chef's kitchen, top-floor observation deck with water views for miles, & more. (And did we mention the oceanfront plunge pool / hot tub, plus heated swimming pool on the riverside?)

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! ("We stock heavy, so you can travel light.")

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: Xanadu is rented only to one party at a time; you will not be sharing the premises with strangers or unknown travelers.

The Atlantic Ocean is right off your back porch. And right across the street is your own 250-foot-long deep-water private dock on the Indian River, offering some of the best fishing in the world, & stocked with all your favorite water toys (complimentary, of course).

Own a boat? Bring it! Moor it at your own private dock, and there's even room to park your trailer. (Boat ramp is just 1 mile away). RV? Room for that too!

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.

About BHIP: Xanadu 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:

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).



MORE THAN 16 ADULTS? Xanadu 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.)



A TREASURE CHEST OF DELIGHT:

The home 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.)



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.



WHEELCHAIR & MOTION-IMPAIRED ACCESS:

Xanadu has a private elevator that connects the first 3 floors—from the garage level to the bedroom level. It does not reach 4th FL.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 13 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,088 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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.) 16+ adults? Bunkbeds bedroom sleeps 6 kids. Inquire before booking.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Note from host: non-aggressive breeds accepted; inquire 4 details

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event? Please inquire before booking, w/ details

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: 25
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Xanadu! 8br/6ba On.the.beach! Ocean to river Elevator Dock etc
Xanadu! 8br/6ba On.the.beach! Ocean to river Elevator Dock etc
Xanadu! 8br/6ba On.the.beach! Ocean to river Elevator Dock etc
Xanadu! 8br/6ba On.the.beach! Ocean to river Elevator Dock etc

About the area

Located in Stuart, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The House of Refuge Museum and Elliott Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast and Riverwalk. Travelling with kids? Consider Sailfish Splash Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Halpatiokee Park Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Stuart travel guide
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Stuart, FL

What's nearby

  • Beautiful beach in Stuart, Florida...my favorite!
#Beach #Florida
    Bathtub Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Beautiful morning on Stuart beach.
    Stuart Beach
    1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Water Park in Stuart, FL. This park is just the right size for the kids without them getting lost.
    Sailfish Splash Waterpark
    13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • West Palm Beach panoramic view of city port and boats on a sunny winter day, Florida
    Port of Palm Beach
    55 min drive - 73.4 km
  • The House of Refuge Museum
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dolphin Bar and Shrimp House
    8 min drive
  • Alice's
    8 min drive
  • Carsons Tavern
    8 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    9 min drive
  • 2 Georges
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Xanadu: ON.THE.BEACH! Heated pools, Ocean2River, Elevator, Dock,Spa: It's HUGE! located?

Located in Stuart, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-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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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Family stay

It was great.back porch was the best
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Best Vacation Ever

Beautiful property, attentive management company and the cleanliness of the beach house was perfect! This was our 2nd time staying in a BHIP house and we can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Fantastic for all ages

Property had everything you need for great family vacation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Amazing Rental

5th year of renting from Beach Houses in Paradise ! And we are hooked for life! Best houses! Best locations ! And best manager! Al is always a phone call/ text away and amazing!! This house ( Xanadu ) is our favorite so far … but all others have been beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Beautiful Home and Location

Loved our stay at Xanadu. So spacious and comfortable for our large family crowd. Had all the necessary space for kids aged 2-8 and all the other adults family members. Great location right on the ocean. So many seashells that the kids loved hunting for. Many memories formed here.Communication with Al, the property manager, was excellent. Always so responsive. The home was stocked with more than enough necessities. Thank you for a wonderful time at Xanadu!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

This was a great decision.

Very impressive home in an exquisite location. Really the only things one needs to bring is their food, drink and clothes. Everything else is provided to satisfy most anything one is interested in doing, from the youngest to the oldest. (That would be me 70) everyone had a simply marvelous time. No complaints at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn S.

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

Impressive

We had a week long family reunion with ages 4 to 80. The property provided everything we could possibly need. There many choices for folks to hang out, so we all had plenty of room. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

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

Perfect

This is our second winter break with beach houses in paradise. Absolutely perfect house, amazing customer service and responsiveness.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana g.

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

Xanadu

The best experience we have ever had. Our large family fit comfortably ages 3-68. Location can’t be beat. The house has everything we needed and more! This was our third trip and already needed for next year. The host is easily accessible and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivette K.

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

Shan-gri-la

We had an amazing time. This property provides everything you could possibly need and then some. The convenience of checking in and the relax approach to check out were great. The location is also magnificent. My only feedback is some of the beds could be replaced with more comfortable ones and the stove needs to be upgraded. With that said, our stay was fabulous. Thank you Al for all of your help.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen M.

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

Annual Beach Trip

This was the BEST VRBO we have ever stayed out. The property manager supplied everything you could possibly want, except food of course. There were 10 of us and not an easy crew to please, but they pleased us all. We will look at their other properties for next year's beach trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly T., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

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

Xanadu is Xcellent!

The Xanadu house was the best home for our family and friends to visit and play for the week! We walked and swam in the ocean. On the intercoastal side we used the newer pool and caught many different fish from the pier. It was a great week of fun xperiences!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Great place for family reunion

We had 18 people, 2-90 years old, stay at Xanadu and several others come visit. Everyone loved the place and commented on how wonderful it was and so well equipped! My 5 year granddaughter cried when we left saying she didn't want to leave - it was the best place ever (& we were leaving to go to Disney!) Having both the ocean and the shaded pool and the fishing pier over by the river was ideal - it let people be as together or separate as they wished. Al, the property manager, is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres O., Miami

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

Beautiful Hutchinson Island Trip

Wonderful stay for 3 families with children and teenagers. We celebrated our daughter’s 15th birthday and everyone had a magnificent time. The house is very well equipped, with all the water toys and house amenities that you could ever imagine. The property manager is excellent and we have always enjoyed the location and these well managed properties on the south side of Hutchinson island. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Nothing short of amazing!

Staying in one of Al's properties never disappoints and our stay in Xanadu was no exception. Al's hosting is simply second to none and the property and amenites were very welcoming. The weather was crappy for the entire week of our stay but we were still able to enjoy worthwhile time together in the house and made many great memories playing games and enjoying the hot tub. The house was scrupulously clean and everything worked and was well maintained. The beach view is amazing at this property and we enjoyed watching the high surf and a few surfers attempting to master the waves. The outdoor area over by the river is really nice and very well stocked with a variety of fun activities. We enjoyed them the last few days when we could finally get out of the house. The fire ring in the cool evening was a lovely gathering spot. We made many great memories and would definitely return to this property again. Thank you Al from all of us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Molly R., Fairfax Station, Virginia

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

No Boundaries Military

We are a non profit for combat wounded veterans and was our 10th year of doing these trips. We started w our "summer" trips in Florida last year. The house was amazing, had everything we needed. The elevator was great as we had 2 in manual wheelchairs so made that easy. The sound side was perfect-had all the toys for everyone to use. The small pool was great. Everyone had a wonderful trip there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Has it all

This is the second time we have rented this beach house. There are several reasons why we picked the very same house again. This property has everything! I’ve never stayed at a place that you didn’t have to bring anything or worry about cleaning up before you leave. You have the bay on one side and ocean front on the other. They have any beach supplies you could want, a small pool that was awesome, and any household item you could think of. Besides filling the fridge with your particular items you want, everything else is there. Al, the property manager, was awesome with communication and any questions I had. I highly recommend this house for a great relaxing get-away!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z., Ponte Vedra Beach

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

Fantastic

I always try to leave a rental property better than I found it that's impossible at Xanadu every every detail is thought of when they say just wear your shorts shirt and flip-flops to the airport they truly mean it short of perishables there is nothing lacking in a Publix grocery which delivers is less than 5 Mi away This was our second time at Xanadu and will not be our last again absolutely nothing is missing and with the addition of new bedrooms on the first floor the accommodations easily took care of our family The ocean was rather rough last week of course it's hurricane season so having the opportunity to use the river balance everything completely and shelling on the ocean sand was amazing highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal K.

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

AMAZING!!!!

I don’t even know where to begin! This property is amazing! They literally have thought of everything! When they say just bring your Bathing Suit, they aren’t kidding! We had such a relaxing time because there is so much to do at the house we didn’t ever have to leave! We DoorDashed a lot of meals which was nice! Our favorite things were probably the views from both sides, the hot tub and paddle boarding! And the Nespresso Machine!! We did go out to eat on 1 rainy evening to Kyle G’s and it was so good! The beds were comfortable and it was nice having beach towels since we flew in and couldn’t bring that type of stuff! I would definitely recommend and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gina r.

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Amazing family vacation at Xanadu

We had a fantastic week here! The house was stocked inside and outside with everything we needed to have a fun, relaxing and easy week. There were beach games, fishing rods, bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, chairs and more. Inside we didn't have to buy paper goods, laundry detergent, toiletries, spices, and so much more. We enjoyed fishing and happy hour off the bayside dock and the new pool was a lot of fun. The hot tub on the beach side is huge. Views of both sunrises and sunsets were breathtaking. We even were lucky enough to see a sea turtle laying her eggs. The only negative is that there was significant beach erosion since we stayed there 2 years ago and there were so many rocks in the ocean that we really couldn't safely swim in the ocean. Otherwise it was a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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An Amazing family vacation for our big family.

We had an amazing stay! There were 20 of us, 9 adults and 11 children. The kids were ages 2-16. We had plenty of space and everyone could spread out. There was something for everyone. Our kids spent a lot of time snorkeling (provided), looking for critters in rocks, and shell searching. The whole family kayaked, used paddle boards, boogie boards (all provided), and we loved how they supplied all the life jackets and water shoes! The guys fished a LOT and loved the big fishing dock. They had all the fishing poles, tackle, all in a pull cart and ready to go. The kids swam in the pools, we grilled and loved the family table space. I've never been in such a well-stocked home, if you need it, you will find it. All the bug spray, sunscreen, lawn chairs, plenty of towels! They have really put thought into what you will need. We had 2 three year olds and a 2 year old that still nap. They made sure we had little beds and baby monitors. All the little special items here and there were amazing. Did I mention coffee? And Nespresso? Such a big hit! Everything was extremely clean and organized. Beds everywhere and comfortable. I could go on and on with how supplied this house is. Also, the water stations everywhere were great! And Al was awesome to communicate from day one of planning until the end. If we needed anything he was quick to reply. This is a 5 star for sure and you will not be disappointed. Thanks for all the great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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Al is always wonderful to work with!! He was very diligent and responsive with all requests!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendie S.

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BHIP did an amazing job preparing the house and including just about every staple possible! It was so nice not to have to worry about much besides relaxing and enjoying our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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Family holiday

We had a wonderful time and the property manager is great!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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Spring Break ‘25

It was really nice having both the private beach on the ocean, as well as the private beach on the river. Gave everyone plenty of things to do, and there was plenty of space too.They thought about everything at Xanadu, and we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025