About this vendor
Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Indian River this One-of-a-kind Gilbert's Bar Hose of Refuge Museum as a site for your special day. Built in 1876, the House of Refuge is the oldest building in Martin County. The House of Refuge Museum's tent covered patio is available for outdoor rentals. The brick patio overlooking the ocean can accommodate up to 120 seated guests. Included in our rental is the Quarters building- a nonpublic area for pre-ceremony preparation and a staging area for vendors. The museum is closed during rentals, but arrangements can be made for a private tour for your guests. We are located on Hutchinson Island, Stuart Florida.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
- Tented
Venue Service Offerings
- Rentals & Equipment
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4.7
out of 5.06 reviews
Great price for everything you get. Lynn was great to work with. The atmosphere and scenery is breathtaking, and was perfect for our small scale wedding. There was a back up plan...
for the weather which came in handy
Unique, gorgeous setting. The large coral rocks on the beach make for perfect splashing wave photos and the water is almost always the perfect turquoise shade. The museum venue is ...
old-fashioned- rustic romantic and has so many places for fun pictures. It’s a unique combo of old-fashioned rustic and tropical. The venue was great to work with but keep in mind that they aren’t paid venue-type staff but museum workers and it’s an active museum. So, depending on the type of wedding you want, you may want professional help in some areas where other venues might have certain roles already covered. My wedding was very small and simple and it was the perfect location. I recommend it to anyone!
My husband and I rented the House of Refuge for a small wedding ceremony with thoughts of setting up on the beach. However, we changed things a little bit and ended up having the c...
eremony on the main patio of the museum and loved the way everything turned out! We set up so our guests faced the ocean and the view was amazing! I would definitely recommend this venue to everyone!
Jenna B.
Amazing, gorgeous, wonderful! I can't believe how beautiful my wedding turned out at such an affordable price. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond expectations. We fel...
l in love with this place at our first visit.
Hands down the most beautiful spot in Stuart to exchange vows. Lynn, who runs the HOR is wonderful and a joy to work with.
Excellent staff, happy to help, wonderful site!
Contact
301 SE MacArthur Blvd, Stuart, FL
House of Refuge Museum at Gilbert's Bar. Stuart, FL