Title: Tropical painter and writer retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tropical painter and writer retreat ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395300/33395219/0f0a1068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395300/33395219/w1058h727x0y6-d8afc901.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395300/33395219/w1920h918x0y84-c23dad95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395300/33395219/4004854f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395300/33395219/8625b6cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming mid-century modern retreat in Jensen Beach, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and just a short walk from the intercostal waterway. Enjoy a king-size bed with high-end bedding in the well-appointed master bedroom or unwind on traditional Florida rattan furniture in the living room. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tropical painter and writer retreat A beautiful tropical 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom home in quiet and lovely Jensen Beach. This sunny retreat on a lush tropical property with Coconut palms, Banyan trees and a beautiful Bamboo birdhouse garden is a 2 block walk from the intercostal waterway and a 7 minute drive to great ocean beaches. The 2 bedroom house was built in 1958 in a mid-century modern style. The well appointed master bedroom has a king size bed with high end bedding in a tropical style. The room is furnished in a design style that features dark tropical rattan furniture and tropical paintings. The bathroom has a full size shower and no bathtub. The 2nd bedroom is furnished with 2 twin beds. The living room continues the tropical design theme with key retro pieces of traditional Florida rattan furniture from the 1960's. The kitchen is equipped with a modern smooth surface electric range, microwave, toaster and toaster oven, Kurig coffee system, and a built in dishwasher. This mid-century modern house is a well appointed artist retreat that is used by Billie Jo Thomson as a painter's retreat. Billie's paintings adorn the walls and the art is constantly changing. One signature piece was created for and used in the Tim Burton film, "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children". The house is located in Jensen Beach, a jewel of Old Florida traditions and styles. The beaches are beautiful and range from very accessible with life guards on duty 7 days a week to more secluded private quiet retreats. Downtown Stuart is a 5 minute drive and is another jewel of Old Florida with a quaint main street in the traditional Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. With over 20 world class restaurants in a 3 block area, the nights are full of pleasant, friendly Florida entertainment. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74090000/74081200/74081182/62c4126c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Leisure C - Stuart - 2 Bedroom Stuart - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 35 reviews £180 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=74081182&PinnedHotelID=74081182&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78460000/78450200/78450127/7dafaa9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adorable beach cottage 2/1, Sleeps 6, Pet Friendly, Minutes to Beach Jensen Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=78450127&PinnedHotelID=78450127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70070000/70061200/70061167/1a3ff692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Large Sun-drenched Artist Loft Studio Jensen Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=70061167&PinnedHotelID=70061167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe 1-Bedroom Two Double w/ Kitchen & Sofa Bed | Living room | 42-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89180000/89176800/89176717/5659dcfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverwatch Apartments by Lowkl Jensen Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 165 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=89176717&PinnedHotelID=89176717&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41996600/41996554/5e783908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adorable single family home 2/1, Sleeps 6, Pet Friendly, Minutes from the Beach Jensen Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=41996554&PinnedHotelID=41996554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75720000/75711600/75711516/27104deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cheerful 4 bedroom, nicely decorated, short walk to mall, downtown Jensen Beach Jensen Beach - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=75711516&PinnedHotelID=75711516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107060000/107052800/107052788/b01f3dd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Storybook Studio in Stuart Downtown Stuart - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=107052788&PinnedHotelID=107052788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91500000/91494400/91494368/da86d562.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fish House In Historic Port Salerno - RV & Boat Trailer Parking Available! Stuart - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=91494368&PinnedHotelID=91494368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107210000/107206900/107206857/bc1e599d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfy & Spacious 1 BR APT w/Pool near downtown Jensen Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=107206857&PinnedHotelID=107206857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96860400/96860326/a4fbc44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Introducing our new Waterfront Hideaway Studio Palm City - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=96860326&PinnedHotelID=96860326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat House Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Private vacation home Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's Writer's Retreat Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat Private vacation home Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat Jensen Beach Private vacation home Tropical Painter's and Writer's Retreat ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=27.218157,-80.23868&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:q%7CceDvrvhN%3FQ%3FQ%3FQ%40O%40S%3FO%40Q%40O%40SBO%40OBS%40OBOBQBQBODQBODODODODQDMDQDOFODOFMFOFMFOFOHMFMHMFOHMHKHMHMHKJMHKJMHKJKJKHKJKLIJKJIJIJKLGJILILILGJGLILELILELGNGLELGNELCNELELCNENCLCNCNALCNANCNALANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FLAN%40N%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNBLDNDLBNDLFLDLFLFLFLFLDLHLFLFLHJHLHJFLJJHJHJJJHJJJJJJJJHLJJHJHLJJHLHLHJFLHNHLFLFLHNFNFLDNFLFNDNFNDPDLDPDNDNBNDNBPBNBPDP%40NBNBR%40N%40NBR%3FN%40P%40N%40R%3FN%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FNAP%3FPAPANAR%3FNCPANAPCPCNAPENCPCPCNEPCNENENENENENGNENGNGNELGNGNILGLGNILILGLILILILKJILIJKJILKJKHKJKJKJKHKHKJMHKHMHKHMFMHMDMHMFMFMFMDMFMDMFODMBODMDODMBOBODM%40OBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%40MAO%3FO%3FOAOAO%3FMAOCOAOCMAOCOAMEOCOCMEMEOEMCOEMGMEOGMEMGMGMGMIKEMIMGMIKIMIKIKKKIKIMKKKIKKIKKIKKMIKKMIKIMIMIMIMGMIMGMIOGMGOGOGMGOEOGOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOCQEOCQCQCOCQAOCQAQCOAQAOAS%3FOAQAQ%3FQ%3FO%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ij0a3ehvAB4hl_Z29ZghO_uetqk=) Jensen Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Lyric Theater - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles - Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles - Sailfish Splash Waterpark - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles - Stuart Beach - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles #### Getting around - Stuart, FL (SUA-Witham Field) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lightsey's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Martin Memorial Hospital - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Waterfront - ‬6 min drive - ‪A-Lil-Bit-A Brooklyn - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tropical painter and writer retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Tropical painter and writer retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tropical painter and writer retreat? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tropical painter and writer retreat located? > Located in the heart of Jensen Beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Riverwalk, Lyric Theater and Shepard Park. Stuart Heritage Museum and Indian Riverside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton Vacation Club Mystic Dunes Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Mystic-Dunes-Resort-Golf-Club-By-Diamond-Resorts.h890951.Hotel-Information) > > [Champions World Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Champions-World-Resort.h50766.Hotel-Information) > > [Shuttle to Disney World + On-Site Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Spacious-Condo-Shuttle-To-Disney-World-On-Site-Water-Park.h32562438.Hotel-Information) > > [Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampa-Hotels-Seminole-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Casino-Tampa.h1044188.Hotel-Information) > > [Westgate Town Center Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Westgate-Town-Center-Resort.h426819.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Resort Orlando with H2O Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Orlando.h24054711.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-The-Grove-Resort-Water-Park-Orlando.h4691657.Hotel-Information) > > [Formosa Valley Resort by UNE Homes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Formosa-Valley-Resort-By-UNE-Homes.h75962058.Hotel-Information) > > [ChampionsGate Platinum Resort Homes by Ocean Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-ChampionsGate-Platinum-Resort-Homes-By-Ocean-Florida.h11017124.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Mexico](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Mexico-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d117-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Playa-Largo-Resort-Spa.h11919055.Hotel-Information) > > [The Higher Trapp Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Best-Western-Burnley-West-Higher-Trapp-Hotel.h2423900.Hotel-Information) > > [Westgate Vacation Villas Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Westgate-Vacation-Villas-Resort.h98920.Hotel-Information) > > [Encantada Resort Vacation Townhomes by IDILIQ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-CLC-Encantada-Resort-Vacation-Townhomes.h4651255.Hotel-Information) > > [Encore Resort and Water Park at Reunion by Rentyl](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Encore-Resort-At-Reunion.h15190527.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise Palms Resort Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Paradise-Palms-Resort-Orlando.h9013245.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Palms Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Windsor-Palms-Resort.h28950888.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Cottages Orlando with H2O Waterpark by Rentyl](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Orlando-Cottages-By-Rentyl.h27548551.Hotel-Information) > > [Summer Bay Orlando by Exploria Resorts](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Summer-Bay-Orlando-By-Exploria-Resorts.h104060.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Cottages Orlando with H2O Waterpark by Vstays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Margaritaville-Cottages-Orlando-By-VStays.h35109061.Hotel-Information) > > [Disney Area Executive Homes by Oceanbeds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Disney-Area-Executive-Homes-By-Oceanbeds.h39113521.Hotel-Information) > > [Lilo & Stitch's Villa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Lilo-Stitchs-Villa.h22552939.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vacation Club Aqua Sol Orlando West](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Liki-Tiki-Village.h692650.Hotel-Information) > > [Emerald Island Resort 2606](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Emerald-Island-Resort-2606.h35488896.Hotel-Information) > > [Orbit One Vacation Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Orbit-One-Vacation-Villas.h7233.Hotel-Information) > > [The Berkley, Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-The-Berkley.h1695932.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Hills Resort by Global Resort Homes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Windsor-Hills-Resort-By-Global-Resort-Homes.h2348246.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Crumlin (BFS) to Manchester (MAN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bfs/man/belfast-to-manchester) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/cai/manchester-to-cairo)