Stuart is the county seat of Martin County, set where the St. Lucie River widens toward the Indian River Lagoon. Its historic downtown offers shops, dining, the Lyric Theatre and a riverwalk, and the area's fishing heritage earned it the nickname Sailfish Capital of the World. Hutchinson Island beaches are minutes away. US 1, I-95 and Florida's Turnpike connect the city. Homes include waterfront properties, historic cottages, condos and golf communities.