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OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN

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TV, fireplace
Coffee/tea maker
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 143200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN

(PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPA, But No Pool Access/Use) Our OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT is an off-site (200 feet from the Main Hotel Building) 3,200 square foot historic river-front home (built in 1904) with wide water views of the St. Lucie River. This luxurious and charming 2 story, 5 bedroom home sleeps up to 14 guests and features direct access to the Riverwalk along the St. Lucie River, antique Florida heart-pine flooring and paneling, a working fireplace and exposed wood-beam cathedral ceiling in the living room, a spacious den with a pull out queen size sleeper sofa, a fully-equipped kitchen, a spacious dining room, a spacious Florida Room with a second queen size sleeper sofa and a second dining table, a ground floor handicap accessible (ADA) master bedroom with king size bed, a second floor bedroom with king size bed, three additional bedrooms each with a queen bed (2 on ground floor and 1 on second floor), four full bathrooms (2 with shower only -- one of which is handicap accessible -- and two with tub and shower), one powder room bathroom, a spacious backyard with 100 feet of River frontage and a fire table with Adirondack chairs, a spacious patio with dining table and comfortable outdoor seating, and a private outdoor spa. The Owl House is one of the most unusual and symmetrical homes in Stuart due to its four-pointed gable roof which resembles the head of an owl, lending the name "Owl House" to the unique structure. Other features and amenities include: In-Room K-Cup brewers with assorted gourmet coffee & tea selections Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access Luxurious 700-thread count Egyptian cotton linens Plush Deluxe Mattresses and bath linens Designer bath products (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, facial/body soap & makeup remover wipes) Guest information booklets with options for local dining, shopping and entertainment Hair Dryers (Ionic 1875-watt) Nightlights Luggage Racks Multi-port charging station for devices 4 Flat Screen Televisions with Comcast Cable Steam Iron/Ironing Board In-Room Laundry Machine and Dryer Complimentary on-site parking Lush, tropical landscaping Outdoor Gas BBQ Grill Air hockey table and board games

Property manager

Steven Vitale

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

1048

About the area

Map
Stuart, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lyric Theater - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sailfish Splash Waterpark - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Stuart Beach - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Namaste Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sailor's Return - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hudsons On The River - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stuart Boathouse - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN on Aug 11, 2025 start from CA $824.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN located?

This family-friendly Stuart vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Riverwalk, Lyric Theater, and Stuart Heritage Museum. Shepard Park and Road to Victory Military Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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OWL HOUSE RIVER RETREAT AT OLD COLORADO INN Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Fantastic House!

We had a large group staying over Thanksgiving. The house was perfect! The location is fantastic. Great communication with Steven and staff. We would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Family Celebration

Convenient amenities …walking distance to downtown two refrigerators with automatic ice dispensers, hot tub, outdoor grill , and great air-conditioning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Family Reunion

We had a great stay this past weekend at the Owl House and Old Carolina Inn...Steven and his staff were great...great views of the river and the fire pit was a big hit! Perfect for a family reunion...
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Owl House

Fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly l.

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

Great house / perfect location

Held our family reunion here. Nine people stayed comfortably and we thoroughly enjoyed the spaciousness of the house and enjoyed the beautiful location and walk ability to bars restaurants, etc. we all enjoy the comfortable beds and the beautiful linens. House was spotless when we got there and it was cleaned every morning. We have already rebooked for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

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

Family Gathering to attend a local wedding

The owner, Steven Vitale, met us to give a tour of the house when we arrived, which was most appreciated. We had a delightful stay for three nights. The house was clean, had all the amenities you could ask for and had an incredible view of the St. Lucie River. Staff replenished the coffee pods and water bottles daily. The character of the house was amazing with the unique ceiling lines, furniture, artwork, cozy backyard area with chairs, benches, picnic table and fire pit. Lastly, I cannot tell you how nice the Vitale family was to deal with. You can be assured that if there is any need or problem you experience while staying at the house, it will be addressed. To top it off, the historic area of Stuart is a nice place to visit. The Nowik, Shedlock and Johnson Families Eastern Pennsylvania
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronna W.

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

Family reunion

The owl house is perfect for a big family reunion. There are lots of living rooms to hang out in especially if you rent the whole house. There are 2 sides…one side is renovated and has a very spacious master bathroom and bedroom that leads to the patio. There is also a room on this side with queen bed that has a renovated bathroom right outside the bedroom. The actual OWL house side is historic and older. The outdoor space is great with a patio jacuzzi and fire pit. Also lots of sitting and tables to gather. I loved that it is right on the water and close to everything in downtown Stuart. We all enjoyed morning walks along the river too. It’s was also nice having house keeping with fresh towels each day too. Usually with VRBO rentals you don’t get this service but since this house is associated with the old Colorado Inn we did. The staff couldn’t be nicer and were very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024