Jupiter, FL, United States

Headwaters Jupiter: Loxahatchee River Retreat

Headwaters Jupiter is a unique 4BR, 2BA eco-retreat on the headwaters of the Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River, across from Riverbend Park. Built from up-cycled containers, it’s the only approved residence of its kind in the area. Enjoy river views, lush landscaping, patios, and trails. Upstairs rooms share a bath and patio with coffee nook. Free use of bikes on site & free or discounted kayak rentals with trip planning included. Total privacy—only staff or vendors allowed.

8 guests
2 bedrooms
3 bathrooms

Good to know

Main floor: walk in to a spacious and comfortable entry way that opens into a kitchen, living room, dining room combo. Downstairs bathroom can be accessed by the master bedroom or the main home. Master BR and bonus room with twin-over-full bunk are separated by sliding louvres. Second floor: take the stairs located just outside the main floor to an incredible view of the river, glimpses of Riverbend Park, and into your 2nd and 3rd bedrooms. These are good-sized rooms with additional small refrigerator and coffee pot. Enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon break sitting out on the patio of the second floor. Both rooms are joined by a full bathroom, and this space has two separate entries. Headwaters Jupiter currently is the only approved residence in the area constructed from these containers, and although of unique construction and design, you will be amazed at the welcoming feeling and sense of well-being you will find during your stay. It is located on the headwaters of The Wild and Scenic Loxahatchee River across from the 700 acre Riverbend Park with several miles of bike and paddle trails. Guests staying for 3 nights receive complimentary kayaks and canoes to paddle The Wild & Scenic LOXAHATCHEE River. 2 night stays receive a 50% discount. Bikes are provided for all stays. Don't miss heading north on the river to the nationally designated Wild and Scenic portion where you'll be enveloped by an amazing Cypress canopy. Our property also puts you in beautiful Jupiter, Florida. Jupiter is a quaint beach town located 30 minutes north of Palm Beach International Airport. It is surrounded by crystal blue water and has 6 miles of undeveloped beaches where the sea turtles nest and dogs are permitted. This home is minutes away from 12 golf courses, Bush Wildlife Sanctuary, Harbourside and Riverwalk, Maltz Theater, Gardens Mall, new Outlet Mall, Riverbend Park and Jonathan Dickson State Park.

House Rules

No illegal activities permitted, and a general demeanor of kindness and respect for this amazing place will go a long way. Dogs are welcome. A nonrefundable $100 pet fee is required. You will be billed separately upon booking. Firewood for the burning pit is not always available. You are encouraged to bring your own or purchase at a nearby store. You may request us to leave you some at checkin for $10 per box. Free float planning available by staff at Jupiter Outdoor Center at Riverbend Park where kayaks and canoes are available for free. Beware of alligators in the river. They especially like dogs. No smoking is allowed inside. Please clean up the kitchen when done cooking. Only paid guests are allowed on the property; this is because of insurance requirements . If there is wine or beverages or food left in the refrigerator or in a cupboard....help yourself....but before you check out, please replace the item with a similar item of equal value for the next guest to enjoy as you did! Same goes for firewood. Wifi works great unless you need to stream a lot of video on different devices at the same time. DO NOT move or adjust/unplug any electronics! There are several wifi hubs and routers that must stay pointed in precise directions. If you move/unplug, you will have to pay our IT person to come out and reconfigure and may result in loss of wifi until he is available! FYI--There are 2 exterior security cameras on upper deck facing north and east recording 24/7 when guests are in residence

Other Details to Note

This is truly a unique opportunity to stay in an amazing wilderness, in a unique upcycled shipping container home. We cherish our SuperHost status. We offer 100% satisfaction on housekeeping. Please text Rick if not 100% happy with cleaning and we will have housekeeping fix it right away. ***Pets are welcome. $100 PET FEE REQUIRED to cover extra cleaning to ensure all hair and dander is removed for those with allergies. Please advise in advance if bringing a pet and we will send request for payment. We have food/water bowls and paw mat especially for your four-legged family member(s)! We also have a dog bed available for our guests to use! We do require a $100 pet fee to cover an extra deep clean for the next guests. The outdoor space provides fresh organic grow boxes from Urban Abundance that include lettuces, vegetables, and herbs (SEASONAL)--help yourself when available! You're encouraged to bring firewood to enjoy the fire pit. You can even cook over it! When available, we can have firewood ready for you at check-in, $10 per bundle. Enjoy!

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Wifi

Bedroom and laundry

  • Iron

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Wifi

Bedroom and laundry

  • Iron

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

The residence is located in the quaint community of jupiter Farms, a nature-lover’s and equestrian paradise. Miles of hiking, biking, and paddling trails right from this property. Kayaking and canoeing on the Loxahatchee River is amazing. Wildlife everywhere! The only thing as rare and unique as container living in Palm Beach County is the river it is on, the Loxahatchee: On May 17, 1985, The Loxahatchee River, our local treasure, found itself in the national spotlight when the United States' Congress designated a total of 7.1 miles of the river as "Wild and Scenic." Congress passed the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act in 1968 for the specific purpose of protecting and preserving free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational value to the community. This award indicates that the stretch of river from Riverbend Park downstream to Jonathan Dickinson State Park remains essentially primitive and unpolluted. A rather rare recognition, the National System protects only 12,598 miles of 203 rivers nationwide, which represents less than one-quarter of one percent of all the country's rivers. The Loxahatchee River is one of only two Wild and Scenic rivers in the state, representing a mere one-fifth of one percent of Florida's 25,949 miles of river, making this title truly a mark of distinction. Your stay includes free kayak/canoe rentals for stays of 3 days or 50% discount for 2 days for (up to 8 people) at Jupiter Outdoor Center, located inside Riverbend Park. Just a short bike ride through Riverbend Park.

Guest Access

Guests will enjoy the privacy and solitude of Headwaters. No one else is allowed on the property other than property manager or professional vendors. Bikes to accommodate your party size staying at the retreat are on property. Access to canoes and kayaks on the Loxahatchee River at Riverbend Park (Jupiter Outdoor Center) are a short bike ride away. Rentals are as follows: --2 nights = 50% off published rates --3+ nights and repeat Headwaters' guests = FREE for length of stay for number of people checked in at the retreat. Detailed trip plans according to your paddling and trip length preferences are provided by experienced staff when you check in at Jupiter Outdoor Center. Promo codes to book online will be emailed prior to your arrival as well as in our guest book at the retreat. Scrabble, Yahtzee, Uno, puzzles and Jenga are available for guests to use located downstairs under the coffee table to enjoy with friends or family!

Reviews

Susanne
July 2025 · Airbnb
If your nervous system needs a reset this is the place for you. If you love nature and a peaceful surounding this is the place for you. If you want to be active and love paddling and bicycling this is the place for you.
Joshua Paul
July 2025 · Airbnb
Amazing place to go, spend time to get in touch with nature. A very unique container home me and my family really enjoyed ourselves staying here for 4 days. Very family, friendly and peaceful, would highly recommend.
Kara
April 2025 · Airbnb
A rare gem down here in Florida. The land was incredible, right on the river, with toys to go with it. We enjoyed everything about the location. We rode the bicycles, had a fire, enjoyed the river, just spectacular. Would come back again in a heartbeat.
Courtney
March 2025 · Airbnb
We loved this, just wish we could have stayed longer! Two teens and their mom's on this trip. We were a little nervous about girls upstairs and only exterior access but all was fine. I should have asked about the "bus and RV" area on the property, was a little odd but all was fine. No one seemed to be staying there. Wondered if it was another ABB rental. We had a blast, loved the river and biking was accessible directly from the property. The place was serene and beautiful!! Clean, spacious and very cool container home...loved everything. Ira was so nice and was on property when we arrived to give us a tour and chatted with us for a while. Very nice touch. All the amenities needed but we didn't realize there was not an oven, so don't buy a frozen pizza. :)~ Thank you so much we hope to make it back with my husband too...he loves fishing. Peace
Andrew
March 2025 · Airbnb
This Airbnb was very unique with a very comfortable place to hang out in the back by the creek. Beautiful surroundings with hammocks and a fire pit. I highly recommend staying here and I will do so again in the future.

Find us

No public transportation in and around this property, but a car will get you to the ocean in 15-20 minutes. A short bike ride to Riverbend Park at the end of the street. Uber and Lyft are readily available.

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