The Moorings
The Moorings is a gated ocean-to-river community in South Beach with about 1,200 residences south of the village. Waterfront properties feature seawalls and deep-water dockage along the Intracoastal Waterway at marker 160, and residents can choose to join an optional yacht and country club.
What Is The Moorings Like?
A gated ocean-to-river community of about 1,200 single-family homes and condominiums south of the village. Waterfront properties feature seawalls and deep-water dockage with direct Intracoastal Waterway access at marker 160. An optional yacht and country club provides private beach access, nine Fast-Dry tennis courts, a fitness center, and two golf courses.
Setting is ocean to river, access is gated, and the Ocean Drive village is 9 min drive away. Club membership is optional.
Types of Homes in The Moorings
- ✓Houses and single-family homes
- ✓Condos and condominiums
- ✓Townhomes
- ✓A total of about 1,200 single-family homes and condominiums
Beach and River Access
The community spans from the ocean to the river. Riverfront and waterfront properties include seawalls and deep-water dockage with direct boating access to the Intracoastal Waterway through an entrance channel at marker 160. Private beach access is available through the club.
The Moorings Amenities
- ✓Optional membership to The Moorings Yacht and Country Club rather than mandatory membership, unlike John's Island, Windsor, Orchid Island and Sea Oaks
- ✓Private beach access
- ✓Dining facilities
- ✓Fitness center and spa
- ✓Nine Fast-Dry tennis courts
- ✓The Moorings Course on the island
- ✓The par-72 Hawk's Nest golf course on the mainland
Location and Getting Around
The Moorings is located in the South Beach area south of the village. It is a 9 min drive to Ocean Drive Village.
What Homes Have Sold For
The Moorings condominiums sold for a median of $803,000 in the 12 months ending November 2026, based on 50 qualified sales in Indian River County Property Appraiser records.
| Home type | Sales | Price range | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houses | 14 | $850K to $8.9M | $3.2M |
| Condos | 50 | $250K to $2.6M | $803K |
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Recorded sales over the 12 months ending November 2, 2026. Source: Indian River County Property Appraiser public records. Excludes non-market transfers.
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Is The Moorings a gated community?
Yes, The Moorings is a gated community.
Is club membership mandatory at The Moorings?
No, membership to The Moorings Yacht and Country Club is optional rather than mandatory, unlike the four communities where membership is a condition of ownership: John's Island, Windsor, Orchid Island and Sea Oaks.
What golf courses are available at The Moorings?
The club features two golf courses: The Moorings Course located on the island and the par-72 Hawk's Nest course located on the mainland.
How do boaters access the Intracoastal Waterway from The Moorings?
Boaters access the Intracoastal Waterway directly through an entrance channel at marker 160. Waterfront properties also feature seawalls and deep-water dockage.
How far is The Moorings from Ocean Drive Village?
The Moorings is a 9 min drive from Ocean Drive Village.