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Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

05-12-11
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Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida


Gilberts Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island

The Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida is the only one of ten Houses of Refuge remaining standing that were built by the U.S. Treasury Department in 1876. Combined with the Life Saving Service, this House of Refuge was one of the earliest U.S. Coast Guard installations. The original keepers of the house provided shelter, food, clothing, and transportation to survivors of shipwrecks and storms at sea.

Sign at Gilberts Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island

During World War II, the U.S. Navy built a tower as a lookout for German U-Boats. It was decommissioned after the war.

Beach at Gilberts Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island

In 1955, Martin County purchased the House and the land. The Martin County Historical Society operates the current museum and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The house was restored in 1976. The House of Refuge Beach is open to the public and is used by locals and visitors for swimming and fishing.

Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida

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Sandpebble Condo and Beach Club, Hutchinson Island, Florida

07-27-10
Gabe Sanders, Stuart Florida Real Estate
Gabe Sanders, Stuart Florida Real Estate: Real Estate Agent in Stuart, FL
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Sandpebble Condo and Beach Club, Hutchinson Island, Florida

Hutchinson Island Condos in Sandpebble, Stuart, Florida


On the beautiful and unspoiled portion of South Hutchinson Island lies one of the best kept secrets in Martin County. Located on a pristine 37 acres that reaches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian River (Intracoastal Waterway).

Sandpebble Condos consist of 3 Ocean Front Buildings and 7 River Front buildings. A total of 5 heated pools (3 river side and 2 ocean side), along with deep water docks for 66 vessels. Docks are available to residents only on a first come first served basis and are available for lease at a very reasonable $1.50 per foot per month.

Hutchinson Island Condos in Sandpebble, Stuart, Florida


On the spacious grounds there is plenty of green space for outdoor activities, two hard court tennis courts and a fully equipped club house with kitchen and on-site management. Both Oceanside and riverside sections are gated for secured entry only. Residents have the use of both the river and Oceanside sections regardless of the location of their own units.

Hutchinson Island Condos in Sandpebble, Stuart, Florida



Construction of the Sandpebble complex began in 1982 and just recently all buildings were completely refurbished with metal roofs, Hardi-Plank replacement for exterior wood surfaces, complete concrete (re-bar) restoration, the installation of a bulkhead protecting and enhancing the river-side property and structures, updated landscaping and the painting of all the buildings.

For additional information and availability of Sandpebble Condominiums and other attractive Oceanfront Homes, Condos or Vacant Land, contact Gabe Sanders and/or Susan Maxwell of Premier Realty Group

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Sandpebble Condo and Beach Club, Hutchinson Island, Florida


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