Natural Beauty & Relaxation:
Stuart is known for the areas natural beauty,the miles of wide waterways that dominate the environment, miles of un-crowded beaches and its small-town charm. Enjoy this natural scene with a walk on the beach, hunting for shells during a day of 'fun in the sun,' taking advantage of the waves, windsurfing at a local causeway or watching for large, lumbering sea turtles crawling ashore to lay their eggs in the sand. Kick off your shoes, let the sand sift between your toes and relax! Bathtub Beach is a special spot for all to visit.
Stuart's prospering arts community & revitalized downtown area is also the site for several festivals each year. Offering a wide variety of museums, theaters (Lyric & Barn Theatre)restaurants & boutiques. Stuart is also conveniently located for enjoying the best that Florida has to offer! Disneyworld, Kennedy Space Center, Daytona International Speedway, the Kravis Center & be sure to visit the Palm Beach & Miami area, which are all within an easy drive.
Sailfish Capital of the World...Fishing Heaven::
Since the 1930's, visitors from around the world have journeyed to Stuart to fish the abundant offshore& inshore waters. The uniqueness of our geographical location at the southern edge of the temperate zone & the northern boundary of the subtropical zone, combined with the influence of the Indian River Lagoon & St. Lucie River, contributes to the huge diversity of game fish found in our area.Many 'group boats' operate in Stuart at local marinas, all tackle and bait is provided. It is a great experience for the entire family! A boat is not a necessity to enjoy a great day of fishing in Stuart. Surf casting along miles of ocean front beaches, as well as the many fishing piers, causeways, canals and bridges offer excellent angling opportunities.
Diving Enthusiasts & Sporting Enthusiasts::
One of the more popular sports in Florida is underwater diving. Local waterways have many beautiful reefs and colorful marine life. Snorkeling and scuba diving bring out many visitors and residents to the beaches, rivers and offshore spots, where you will enjoy swimming with Sea Turtles, Dolphins & a wide variety of colorful tropical fish, a truly fantastic experience for all ages!
For baseball fans, you can watch the 1997 World Series Champions,the Florida Marlins play at home, also Major League Baseball's Spring Training comes to Florida each year! Watch the New York Mets in Port St. Lucie, the Los Angeles Dodgers in nearby Vero Beach. Take a short 20 minute drive to see the St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter or 1 hours drive to Orlando to see the Montreal Expos & the Atlanta Braves. Stuart is the perfect location to see it all and still make it back home each night to enjoy watching the sunset over the water with a nice cold cocktail in comfort from your fabulous private balcony!