A lot of celebrities live on the coast in Hobe Sound. You should see some of the houses out there. Talk about luxury. Here's a fun historical fact: a ship called the Reformation sunk here on it's way north from Jamaica, carrying with it many, many cases of rum, which is still a favorite beverage additive in this neck of the woods.
First of all, you pronounce Hobe with a long "o," as in Hooooobe Sound
A lot of celebrities live on the coast in Hobe Sound. You should see some of the houses out there. Talk about luxury. Here's a fun historical fact: a ship called the Reformation sunk here on it's way north from Jamaica, carrying with it many, many cases of rum, which is still a favorite beverage additive in this neck of the woods.
First of all, you pronounce Hobe with a long "o," as in Hooooobe Sound. And the "e" is silent. It's not Hobey Sound. Got it? Good! Second, the actual city limits of Hobe Sound are not on the Atlantic Ocean, and most of the coastline here is private access only, except for the small parking lot at the end of Bridge Road where stairs lead you down to the sand. So, when you live in Hobe Sound you'll most likely hit the beach south in Jupiter or north in Port Salerno, each of which is about 15 minutes away on US Highway 1. You'll get to know both of those areas pretty well after you move in your rental home here. Hobe Sound, with a population of about 11,500, is located on the south end of what's known as Florida's Treasure Coast, so-named for all of the ships that sank there, leaving all kinds of goodies underwater that people still, to this day, seek out. Like much of South Florida, Hobe Sound doesn't have neighborhoods with distinct names, but each side of town definitely has its own personality.
Here's some sound advice (pun intended): hire some movers to help you unload your truck when you move into your new rentals home in Hobe Sound. More than likely it's going to be hotter than a (fill in your own joke here) that day. Says who? Hobe Sound has an annual average temperature of 73 degrees (oh my it feels hotter, though), but that's not factoring in the 100 percent humidity present on most days, so thick you'd swear you could slice through it with a Bowie knife. You do have one of those right? If not you should get one because the fishing in Hobe Sound is fantastic. Unfortunately, you most likely won't be living right on the water because most of the apartments, townhomes and condos for rent in Hobe Sound aren't waterfront property. There are a ton of rental housing options, however. Just be prepared to pay a little more than normal for the rental homes here as the cost of living in Hobe Sound, and all of South Florida, is a little more expensive than most US locations.
There are a lot of luxury condos and cool apartment rental options in town. A few worth mentioning are:
Lexford at Hobe Sound: This community is located right in the center of town on US 1, close to shopping and restaurants. Amenities include different floor plans, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, some with two baths, on-site laundry and extra storage space.
Lost Lake Golf Club: This is a massive 355-acre development on the north edge of town with condos, multi-family homes and villas available to rent.
Heritage Ridge Golf Club: Your choice of condos, luxury apartments and individual homes for rent. The 18-hole golf course is open to the public, but you'll definitely need to reserve a tee time as it's one of the more popular rounds to play in the area.
Ridgeway Terrace: Also located right in the center of town this is one of the original neighborhoods in Hobe Sound. There are many rental properties here and you'll have no trouble finding a duplex for rent, an apartment or an individual home.
Can't you almost hear the waves crashing on the beach already? While the beach is a big attraction in Hobe Sound, there is a lot more to life here than having your toes in the sand. Jonathan Dickinson State Park is just to the south, an area popular for camping, hiking, swimming and canoeing. There also are several golf courses in the area, including the MacArthur Golf Club and Loblolly Golf Course. Many locals also spend time surfing, boating, water skiing, paddle boarding, and dune buggy riding. The Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge, just past the northern city limits, is a popular location for bird watching, and it's also one of the largest sea turtle nesting areas on the Atlantic Coast. Once you're settled into town make sure to swing by Harry & the Natives, a popular (some say infamous) restaurant and bar on the south end of town that's been here almost as long as anyone can remember. You're in luck if local cover band Trailer Trash, who also has been around forever, is playing that night, too. Can you say fun, anyone?
