Lets start with the positives because there are SO MANY! Location was fantastic. It was a very easy walk to the beach and the beach access had NO STAIRS! WOW! Doesn't get any better than that when you are carrying your beach stuff! A review or two had mentioned the street noise, but that was not a problem for us at all so no worries there. The house layout is awesome. Large family room and dining area and a spacious kitchen! Bedroom on the main floor with bath was wonderful for my mother-in-law who has hip issues. The hot tub-pool exceeded all expectations. We always book a vacation home with a private pool so we were concerned when this pool was a little "different", but my 6 year old daughter, my 60 year old mother and my 30 year old brother all thought this might be their favorite pool ever! The owner of the property was easy to work with and communicate with. He also allowed us to get into the property early on check-in day which was very much appreciated. So here's the only "but"...as with any rental property, it's always possible that you'll have nightmare renters and the owner seems to have had that exact situation right before our arrival. While the house was VERY clean, the upholstered furniture had been through the wringer with the previous group. I know the owner will replace it (I don't think it can be saved with cleaning), but that will take time especially with everything taking longer than ever to order and deliver. The bedrooms were all in perfect condition so it seems the party was relegated to the sofas. I think this is a good reminder to all to treat these rental homes like you would treat your own home. I'm sorry the owner has to deal with something like this. Overall, still 5 stars and if I were the owner, I'd replace the furniture, add some large art to the walls and charge more so y'all better book now before he does that!
