Magnificent stay! A shot of my old South Florida home-state nostalgia of the 50s and 60s with some…read moremodern updates, comforts and conveniences. This exquisitely refurbished property, along with its manicured landscape, draped in Palm Trees and local well maintained natural flora, and its tranquility well keeps the aura, prestige and Art Deco-ish persona and spirit of the era and the location. The cottage was fabulous. The accommodations are superbly comfortable (the bed was super comfortable) and pleasant with full kitchen - and tools of a full kitchen trade (i.e., coffee maker, silverware, plates - and they offer creamer, coffee, sweetener, and then some... who does that?), a full bath (albeit small by today's standards - not a complaint mind you - leaving more room for comfort and convenience), clean, colorful and beautifully appointed throughout, nice and quiet, and the living area with plenty of room to lounge out and relax after a long day of leisure! The folks here have done a brilliant and thoughtful job of renovation and accommodation! You get your own little patio table and chairs, a small cascading water feature... and a Grill if wish the hassle - not me! Also the property offers its own sandy beach rendezvous area, a nice long dock to stroll, fish in and/or for docking your boat, the place also offers grills, and canoes and kayaks too. They state in their intro "enjoy the old Florida lifestyle" and they're absolutely right and on target. This fabulous hideaway on the Indian River (the intracoastal to the Atlantic) is a marvelous retreat locale for anyone, especially if you're a beach bum or lounger. Peaceful, tranquil and relaxing. Luckily, my daughter lives nearby, so from now on when we visit the family, we have a new place to stay. We fully recommend anyone to stay at the relaxing, leisurely and fabulous Island View Cottages in the exquisitely beautiful Florida Town of Sebastian! It's superb!

Well, cabin fever has set in and my wife and I needed to GET OUT!!! Only problem, was this whole…read moreCOVID 19 thing. So what to do? Last May, there was an article in the Herald talking about IVC in Sebastian FL, right on the Indian River. It sounded too good to be true and when I looked closer online, there were nothing but 5 star reviews! This immediately set off alarms like buying on Amazon and you look at the reviews, all 5 stars, yet all on the same date and within the same hour! Hmmm, but when checking out IVC, these appeared legit! So I got on the phone and spoke with Beth. She was very cordial and explained how careful they all were and each Cottage (while sharing neighboring walls), had their own A/C unit and separate entrance. There were sanitized with Ozone/UV light and sealed with no entry for days before your arrival. Each cottage is different (there are 12), but for us the 7 units that are pet friendly was one of best conveniences. As a dog owner, one knows that a pet can and will have an odor (no matter how hard one tries). But with the Ozone/UV cleaning, the smells are eliminated as well as COVID free, talk about win-win! The cottages vary from single rooms with kitchenette, to multi-rooms with sun porches. They all have either a full or mini fridge and microwave. Best part, you can park right outside your unit and unload, no steps or elevators to deal with! We made reservations and prayed that no Tropical Storm would ruin our Labor Day Weekend at IVC. I can't describe them all, but do check out their website, it is a perfect overview. They are small rustic cottages so keep that in mind. Upon arrival we were met by Tim and Beth, our hosts (from PA), why do I say that? Well there is just something about folks from PA, they just good people (of course I'm one too, so maybe I just recognized a good background when I see it). Tim and Beth both remained at a respectable 10 feet away (yes, it was hard not to shake hands, but sadly our new normal). They gave us the "lay of the land" and informed us that the cancelled July 4th Fireworks were rescheduled to this evening and we had prime seating on the dock! NICE! Our unit (4), was at the end, which normally I would be concern due to road noise (found out later that there were railroad tracks further west, but hardly heard the train at all), the A/C unit which needs to run constantly to keep it cool in the 90+ temps outside, masks any road and train noise. We had a dog bed and doggie towels, along with two small bowls, awaiting for our pup and best of all no old pet smells!!! Even our dog couldn't smell another dog! We unloaded the car (we always bring too much), which required leaving the door open for a long period. This left the unit warm and we were concerned that the small A/C wouldn't cool it off, but a few hours later it was good. We ordered dinner (was hoping for delivery, but the locals don't have that perfected yet, so we did pickup). Food can be a challenge during the age of COVID, but Sebastion has (as of this writing) less than 300 cases, so they don't worry too much about all that. The restaurants, while practicing safety with masks and distancing, don't do much in takeout and delivery. But the food was good and the staff was so nice and friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go back and enjoy eating in just for the atmosphere. After diner it was Fireworks time and the show didn't disappoint! Tim and Beth were there too and offered a free beverage to enjoy the show. It did rain at the end, but it was a quick retreat back to our cottage. Next day I got up early, they had local ground coffee in our unit and a pot was brewed. Time for a walk to the dock with coffee and the pup. Ended up sitting there for two hours, just enjoying the river and birds. Dolphins even came by to say hello. A trip to the nearby Inlet (which also had limited entrance due to COVID) was a great way to spend the day. Could have also stayed and borrow a canoe or kayak and paddle out to the barrier island (no charge), but maybe next time. Next day was a nice walk to the local Riverview Park (just up the road). Folks were friendly and respectful of distance. What a wonderful walk with the dog and such a beautiful setting. We had to leave the next day, but not before thanking our hosts Tim and Beth. They were so warm and friendly, it made the trip feel more like visiting family, thanks so much. WE SHALL RETURN!!!

We had a great time at Long point campground! The sites are spacious, and every one comes with a…read morefire pit, picnic bench, and power outlets which made it easy to relax and enjoy the outdoors (while still being able to charge our phones!) We reserved a site with water access. Our site easily fit two large tents, and the overall atmosphere was peaceful and quiet. The bathrooms were as clean as a campground bathroom can be, but the shower water pressure could definitely use some improvement. There's also a small store right at the entrance, which was handy for grabbing snacks or ice. Our only real issue was with the check-in process. We arrived after sunset and, despite waiting twice, there was no one in the front office. Since we'd already paid online, we decided to head to our site and set up. The next morning, we tried again, but still no one was around. Eventually, we flagged down a staff member who was not very welcoming and came off as rude when we asked to check in. Having someone available at the front office, especially after dark, would make the experience smoother for guests.

We go camping here every Memorial Day with a group of friends. It really is a wonderful campground…read more Almost every site is waterfront and most have access to launch your kayaks directly. The prices are pretty reasonable, about $50 a site for water and electric with a firepit and table at each site. The view is beautiful and we almost always see dolphins and manatees swim by. We usually book our site a year in advance but they recently changed the policy that non-residents can only book 6 months out so we will probably have a little more trouble getting a site. There is not a lot of shade so it can pretty hot and the mosquitos and noseeuns can be very intense even during the day. I ran my thermocells almost non stop this trip. But the view makes it worth it. And no visit to longpoint is complete without a stop at the store at the entrance to get the super delicious fish dip. It's a little pricey but yummy!

There are four RV spots with full hook ups & the camphost David & his dog. David is very helpful &…read moresocial. We had a slight problem with the electric socket upon arrival. I put a call into the county & the Park Ranger, Doug came over quickly & remedyed the problem. Again he was very pleasant. People like those make full time RVing comfortable. The rv sites are sandy & are nicely sized, situated & private. Each one has a fire ring & patio table. Far enough away but close enough to Route 1 & about 15-20 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. Vero Beach is close by as well. It is soothing calming & quiet here, every once in a while a plane flies over & parachuters exits the plane & you see the chutes open & colorful. There are walking trails & a boat a canoe boat launch.

Not sure how to review a campground so I'll give them the all good curve. They have bathrooms with…read moreshowers available for everyone. The site fee is normal for an park. There Is a dock where you can look over the water. I believe there is also a hiking trail. Here you may see some wildlife such as the agressive racoon, the timid squirrel, noisy armadillo, lots of birds chirping away, if you're lucky you might get to see a venomous snake however you're most likely to see black racers and corn snakes. Now you might think the agressive racoon is cute and cuddly animal but don't you dare try to pet him cuddle him or feed him. As a matter of fact the raccoons will show up your campsite during daylight hours but don't be fooled, this is a reconnaissance mission. Once everyone goes to bed, they come back. They revisit the sites that had the best goodies. They will open your coolers and go through your trash.

Small 18 retro efficiency rooms. This is a 2-story hotel with long walkways that have 2-rockers and…read moreside tables outside per room that serve as the "balconies" overlooking a pool. The grounds are well maintained and inviting with chairs and lounges, bikes to ride, and beach towels complimentary for hotel guests. Free one car per unit parking available too. Located across the street from a county park with beach access in the quiet south Vero Beach neighborhood. At night, sitting outside, you can hear the waves from the beach. Very relaxing, couple friendly with dog friendly rooms too. The rooms each have their own unique style and colors. Full kitchen with stove, refrigerator and microwave. Smart TV in the living room. Wall unit AC works great, thank goodness. If you want a safe, inviting, quiet escape in a spotlessly clean room, this is the place for you. This is about 1.8 miles from downtown beach resorts, use the bike or drive over but know you can come back to an inviting and comfortable room. Bring your groceries and decompress in old Florida.

We enjoyed our two night stay in unit 202. The room had a separate living and bedroom area. I wish…read morethe bedroom had a door to separate it from the living room so when watching tv the person in the bedroom wouldn't hear it. The tv has cable and is a smart Tv. The kitchen had a fridge and freezer, two burner stove, and a microwave. Plates, pots, utensils and glasses are provided. The hotel is extremely clean and well kept. Parking is easy in the attached lot. The pool is beautiful. The hotel is across from the beach. There's a few restaurants in walking distance. The main area of Vero beach with many restaurants is one mile to the north. The hotel provides free bikes for guests. Staff was friendly at check in.

So much fun, we saw alligators and were given so many fun facts about them & all the different…read morebirds. Fun activity for the whole family

John was amazing and knowledgeable for everyone with a great personality. If you are wondering…read morewhich tour guide to take, no question this is the best. It allowed interaction close sighting to all habitats. 10/10, will go again.

This is the third weekend in a row my wife and I have gone kayaking with owner/guide/instructor…read moreMaddy on the Indian River. The river is an estuary with the most diverse aquatic wildlife in the country. Maddy has a masters degree in marine biology and leads wonderful tours of the area, where you can see dolphins, manatees and birds as well as plant life. If you have never kayaked before this is a good place to start. You'll receive excellent instruction on technique and safety. Equipment is in excellent shape. If you're visiting Vero Beach, I highly recommend you spend some time here.

I enjoyed kayaking so much, found it so easy under the owner's teaching, that now I'm having her…read moreteach me paddle boarding. It's a favorite tour that we book when friends visit. A great way to understand what makes Vero so special.

What a cool way to see some of the beautiful waterways around ft Pierce. The guides were…read moreinformative and made sure your comfort and safety were their number one priority. Will be doing this again in the future.

We did the Indian River Lagoon kayak tour with Ronda...WOW!!! It was one of the most amazing…read moreexperiences of my life...no exaggerating. We saw so much wildlife up close, and learned all about it from our very knowledgable guide, Ronda. This tour guide is HIGHLY recommended. I can't wait to do it again.

Coming from Los Angeles I've always wanted to do an airboat ride in Florida and this tour group did…read morenot disappoint! We got to see gators, fish, lots of different birds and trees, etc. Our tour guide was Skip and he was fantastic. Really kind and made the boat ride fun. Highly recommend him and this airboat ride! I hope to come back sometime soon.

Capt. Garrett was amazing! Super informative and knowledgeable. Super beautiful and an easy ride…read more Would recommend!