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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6214 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Melbourne Beach, FL
  • Melbourne Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Indialantic Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Florida Institute of Technology
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beachside Serenity: Cozy & Elegant Hibiscus House - Top FL Rental by Condé Nast

We were honored to be listed by Condé Nast Traveller as one of Florida's Best 25 Short Term Rentals in 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 Wi-Fi.

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 neighborhood, 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 favorite 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 neighborhood - 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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Melbourne Beach. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Melbourne Beach and Ryckman Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Kristin Perers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: With parental supervision only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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

Beachside Serenity: Cozy & Elegant Hibiscus House - Top FL Rental by Condé Nast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M., Westlake

Liked: Cleanliness

Hibiscus House Snow Birds

We stayed for 2 months and really loved it! The neighborhood was beautiful. The house was very spacious and suited our needs. We enjoyed riding the beach bikes decided in the neighborhood and to the beach. The hosts were outstanding. Very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 47 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas M.

Less than advertised

Linens & towels in poor condition. Torn curtain in living area. Shower dripped non stop, creating excess dampness in bathroom. Sparse outdoor furniture forextended stay
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Melbourne Beach

Wish we could have stayed longer! The location is great, house was as described, and very clean and well-cared-for. Beach access is a short walk to a secluded section of the shore. Restaurants and market close, park close, good selection of beach equipment - chairs, boogie board, towels, etc. we had no unmet needs and the hosts were great and prompt with communication
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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.