Hutchinson Island is located along the central Atlantic coast of Florida, north of Palm Beach and five miles northeast of the town of Stuart. This is a long, thin barrier island that stretches north from Fort Pierce south to Stuart. The small town of Jensen Beach, which occupies the core of the island, actually stretches across both sides of the Indian River. There are miles of beautiful, sandy beach to enjoy in this down-to-earth town, where citrus farmers and fishermen still play a big community role. Activities on Hutchinson Island include swimming, beachcombing, surfing, jet skiing, boating, snorkeling and more. There are several top-notch golf courses in the area, and all the excitement of Palm Beach is just a 45-minute drive away. One of the most popular spots on Hutchinson Island is the Bathtub Reef Park. Children can splash and swim in this shallow, natural pool that is sheltered from the ocean by a protective reef. There are lifeguards, showers, restrooms and picnic shelters at the park. Another interesting note about Hutchinson Island is that between late April and August, more than 600 turtles come to nest along the town’s Atlantic beach. Families will love Hutchinson Island, where the atmosphere is pure small town. (Source: http://www.floridavacations.com)

Palm City is a beautiful community located just west of Stuart Florida. With its close proximity to both I-95 and the Florida Turnpike, makes commuting to Palm Beach, South Florida, Orlando, and Vero Beach easy. Palm City, Florida is just 2 hours southeast of Orlando (Disney Area) and just 45 minutes north of the Palm Beaches.

Palm City borders the St Lucie River witch makes for beautiful waterfront communities and many of them also have golf courses. This small town has been has planed out it growth which make for a thriving community. Palm City’s rural beginnings has changed noticeably over the past 15 years.

Palm City residents enjoy an excellent quality of life with good schools, low crime rates, and the community offers a pro-business environment and real estate magnificent. Palm City schools are "A" rated, and the counties comprehensive plan provides for "green areas" such as parks and recreational areas. Palm City is a peaceful community. Here, the golf and tennis are great and the fishing is legendary. If golf is your game, thirty-six holes of championship golf surround the community, and you can also take advantage of several tennis courts and Olympic sized pools. Horseback riding, bicycle riding, hiking and nearby river access is also available. (Source: http://www.livingtoday.tv/towns/palm_city.htm)

Jensen Beach is named after Dutch immigrant John Laurence Jensen who homesteaded the area in 1881 and began planting pineapples. By 1895, so many pineapples were grown in Jensen Beach that it was called the "Pineapple Capital of the World" shipping out a million boxes of the fruit a year.

Today, the pineapple has become a symbol of this charming village. The pineapple is also known as the symbol of hospitality and the friendly residents and relaxing sunshine have a magical way of making any visitor feel right at home. The area (which includes beautiful neighbor Hutchinson Island and its miles of unspoiled beaches) features spectacular boating, fishing, sailing, skiing, surfing and scuba (divers can explore shipwrecks and artificial reefs just offshore). With its major shopping centers, numerous specialty stores and unusual boutiques, Jensen Beach is also renowned as a retail shopping center of the Treasure Coast.  (Source: http://www.jensen-beach.com)

Hobe Sound is a small frendly community located just 10.1 miles south of Stuart. Hobe Sound offers beach activities such as swimming, scuba diving, sunbathing and beachcombing. There is also hiking, biking, nearby golf and flea markets, all while enjoying some of the most beautiful weather in the country. The town of Vero Beach with its upscale shops and fine dining is just a short drive from Hobe Sound. You are also only an hour to the major airports, and if you tire of the peace and quiet, the excitement and sophistication of Palm Beach is just a short drive south.  (Source:  http://www.floridavacations.com)

St. Lucie County invites you to bask in the tropical sun where 21 miles of unspoiled beaches glisten and coax vacationers and residents alike to relax and enjoy. Discover your special niche in this year-round outdoor playground, well-known for its plentiful fishing, golfing and diverse recreational activities.

A year-long summer wonderland, St. Lucie County is one of the fastest growing areas in the country, striking a thoughtful balance with our treasured natural beauty and the precious Indian River. (Image source: http://www.cityofpsl.com)