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Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024.

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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024.

Stylish, elegant and relaxing, Hibiscus House is a lovingly restored mid-century modern home just a 5 minute walk to a secluded stretch of beautiful beach. The interiors are a mix of modern and antique furnishings

The layout is spacious and airy revolving around an open plan kitchen, dining and living area for a relaxed gathering space. The three bedrooms and bathrooms are in separate wings which gives lots of privacy. The house sleeps six, with two queen and two single beds. There is also has a dedicated workcation space and the entire house has good high speed wifi.

Set on a quarter acre property with lush Florida native landscaping the sound of ocean waves can be heard from the front porch.

Melbourne Beach is a gem - untouched by overdevelopment - Hibiscus House is within walking distance of its local beaches, shops, restaurants, and other amenities. The location allows easy access to all that the Space Coast has to offer kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, surfing, bird watching or just plain relaxing! The fact that it is a barrier island gives amazing opportunities to view Florida’s famous sunrises and sunsets. It a great place for bike riding as it is an old-fashioned quiet neighbourhood, Melbourne Beach Pier is a short cycle ride away - an excellent spot for fishing and sunsets. We are 15min drive to Melbourne International airport, 30 minutes to Vero Beach with Sebastian Inlet on the way, 45 minutes to Cape Canaveral and an hour and a half to Orlando airport, and all its many attractions,.


The Space:
Beach essentials are provided, chairs, towels, cooler and a small wagon to wheel it all. Two adult bicycles for guests are available.

There are two TV’s one in the living area and one in the studio room, both are smart TV’s where you can log into your favourite streaming services.

The kitchen is well stocked for those who love cooking and convenient with a microwave, dishwasher, and coffee machine tea and coffee are provided. There is also a washer dryer for your use.

We have a passion for textiles and invest in good quality. The queen beds are 100% linen bedding and the studio singles have 100% cotton. There are soft throws and plenty of pillows for curling up in. Sisal and woven rugs feature through the property.

The house retains many original features including wood parquet flooring throughout the main living space and two bedrooms, bathrooms with original 1950’s tiles and the tropical jalouse windows. Yet on top of the vintage we have new ceiling fans and air conditioning keep you cool!

The front porch has a casual seating area outside overlooking the lush tropical landscaping. The entrance walkway is lined by seashells found beachcombing locally and guests are welcome to contribute!

Other things to note:

We are Smoke Free and Pet Free – many of our returning guests and family have severe allergies and this is absolutely enforced. This is a quiet neighbourhood - no parties and no one but renters allowed on property. Quiet time after 9pm. Must be 25 or older to book with us. Stays of 28 days or longer will have a clean every two weeks. These cleanings will be charged at $100.

Property manager

Kristin Perers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: With parental supervision only

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Elegant Beach Shack Getaway In Town Melbourne Beach
Elegant Midcentury Beachside Getaway In Town Melbourne Beach

About the area

Map
Melbourne Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indialantic Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Melbourne Harbor Marina - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Florida Institute of Technology - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Surfinista - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BB's Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moo's Soft Serve - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunnyside Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Original Bizzarro Famous New York Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chosen by Condé Nast Traveler as one of Floridas best Vacation Rentals for 2024. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Melbourne Beach, Ryckman Park and Indialantic Beach. Sea Turtle Preservation Society Melbourne Beach and Indian Harbor Beach Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

A sea of tranquility, stylish, elegant and relaxing . Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise !
This house is incredible ! The decorating is professional and welcomes visitors warmly. We had a great time in Melbourne. The beach is minutes away so we watched the sunrise every morning we were there. The best part at the end of the day after exploring was coming home to our slice of Heaven. We will definitely be back !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great stay, loved the location and the interior design of the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Great place to stay. Being in a neighborhood community made you feel more secure in your environment. Close to beach and shopping. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beachy House
Great house for a warm-weather beach trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious comfortable neighborhood house near the beach
We watched a rocket launch from the beach, sitting on beach chairs from the house! High end stove and washer/dryer. Issues were resolved promptly by the host. Kitchen could be better equipped with utensils (e.g., no vegetable peeler) and if you are someone who like to sleep really cold, you will be challenged as the AC doesn't have a cold effect in the bedroom, even with the door open. Overall, very positive experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters Getaway
Great place!! We enjoyed our stay and the house was perfect and had all that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend
We had a wonderful time and found them to be very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Simply charming home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING!!!
We absolutely loved our stay. Me and my friend got together to see with no family obligations. The lighting was was amazing. The energy from the house made us so relaxed. This house will be our go-to place to stay in Melbourne.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

bridgette c.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful place
It was a beautiful place to stay with access to everything and it had all the amenities we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another world!
The beautiful decor and location of this home transported us to another world! Our party of 3 enjoyed that we had plenty of space and each our own bathroom. All the amenities that you need, plus great ambience! Highly recommend !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana V., Melbourne, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Rented the house during the Christmas holiday and my family enjoyed their stay. Great location, clean house, and the host responded quickly to communication. My family would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

margaret w.

Liked: Cleanliness
March fun
Wonderful time at hibiscus house. Beautifully decorated, all amenities and close proximity to the beach! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and location.
The property and location exceeded our expectations. Will definitely make this trip again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you Hibiscus house.
We had a wonderful time staying at the Hibiscus house. The home was well appointed and felt very comfortable right from the beginning. Great communication with the property manager she was able to immediately solve any problems that we had adjusting to the new rental. It’s in a perfect location it has everything you need to enjoy a quiet Melbourne Beach life❤️ We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
Wow! Lots of space. This would be an excellent place for an extended family or several friends to stay and everyone has their space! The beds were sooo comfortable. It's in a quiet neighborhood near the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful and expansive!
This home is delightful and expansive! Stayed here as a party of 3 siblings all 60+ years old in town for a cousin’s family reunion and wedding celebration. We enjoyed our accommodations immensely. Each of us had our own bedroom and full bathroom — very comfortable for 3 who desired our own space and privacy. The home has a superb location to Melbourne Beach and to the town of Melbourne. We would definitely stay here again if our travels bring us back to the Melbourne Beach area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
The Hibiscus House is located perfectly close to the beach, store and local restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay. We had an issue arise, but management was very responsive and handled it immediately. Couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexis U., Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, comfortable beach house
A great value for a tastefully decorated, clean and comfortable mid-century home. Walkable pretty and safe neighborhood and 5 minutes to private beautiful beach. Home was open, spacious and cozy. RH and collectibles decorated. Pretty and private yard. Bikes and beach wagon were a plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack P., Lakeland, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Melbourne Beach
Great experience with this rental. The house is in a fairly quiet neighborhood off of A1A. We have 4 small kids so we opted to drive to the beach at Spesard Holland Beach part as the Atlantic Street beach access has steps and I didn't wanna schlep all the beach gear and kids in the August sun. The rental was very clean, checking process super simple, really nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the posting even led on!
We were so surprised with how big this listing was! It was so beautifully put together, clean, and in the perfect area to experience Melbourne beach but also be close to the bridge to reach mainland if needed. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trey N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax!
This was a great house exactly as described! Only a few minutes walk to the beach and so relaxing. My wife and son loved it. Would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

margaret w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This rental had everything for us to enjoy our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, having the beach chairs and other amenities were fantastic! Extremely clean and the house couldn't be cuter!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Hibiscus House
We had a very nice stay at Hibiscus House. The home appears just as it does in the pictures. Very clean and well-appointed. Has everything you need to head to the beach. Would suggest a short drive rather than walk for best access. Close to grocery and eateries. Host is accommodating and communication is seamless. Felt very comfortable here. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021