Absolutely Breath Taking

Guest: Joe (Mass)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12 Review Submitted: 02/10/12

10 I stayed at Seawatch in January of this year and it was absolutely amazing. One of the best vacations I have ever had. It was the first time in many years that I had a chance to actually fully relax and let go of all the hecticness that is involved with day to day activities. I actually got to sit back and take in all that life really does have to offer. The closeness to nature I felt was second to none. On first arrival I was blessed to watch a pair of dolphins swim about 30 feet from the dock. Walking the beaches without a crowd was such a treat and after exploring the island a bit and seeing the other houses I was sure that I had made the right choice by staying at Seawatch.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Tacky Florida dump

Guest: Mike (Jacksonville fl.)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12 Review Submitted: 01/25/12

Where should I start. First off we tried to open the sliding glass doors that overlook the bay but they were locked by the owner and we didn't have a key. The golf cart didn't work. The Internet didn't work. Worst of all when we used the upstairs bath tub it leaked through the kitchen ceiling while we were cooking dinner. Yes disgusting!!! When the owner was informed he not only did nothing to remedy the problems he hung up on me. Definitely not worth the price. I suggest staying anywhere else.

Owner response:Well As this very disrespectful tenant stated...Where should I start? As an experienced property manager for over 38 years,I am happy to say this type of tenant is not the normal for us. These people were rude and destructive the entire time they were here at SeaWatch. First of all it was in the contract SIGNED BY THE TENANTS that the sliding glass panels would not be unlocked for their use. The contract goes on to say that due to the possibility of stormy weather and to control air-conditioning the panels would be locked. Internet issue was reported at the beginning of their stay but was quickly resolved! These tenants actually went to The Safety Harbor Club and began making extreme demands to the manager and screaming at times. This manager is extremely professional and very well respected. He recently stated to me "Where did you find those hillbillies? The last of their destruction also was turned into a false complaint when they said the tub was leaking through the ceiling demanding a plumber at 11:15 at night,WELL,it turns out that they were having a big bubble bath PARTY which flooded the bathroom floor and that leaked into kitchen! It was quoted by my housekeeper as : "After these tenants left Sea Watch, this house was the dirtiest the it has ever been" Lastly, The golf cart not working is a BOLD FACED lie. These tenants were seen and heard riding around the island singing BAUDY songs at BREAKNECK speeds! According to Captain Dan, (the charter Captain)and Sally my housekeeper, these guests without my knowledge or permission transported 3 dogs (one of them unleashed) to SeaWatch. These tenants are every property owners nightmare and will never be allowed to rent Sea Watch again! In the last 15 years my guests have thoroughly enjoyed Sea Watch, a multi million dollar property on a white sandy beach ,with a great fishing dock, on a beautiful island abounding in nature.

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Christmas in paradise

Guest: Beverly (Barrington Hills, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 12/17/10 Review Submitted: 01/21/12

Our Christmas vacation with our entire family, all nine of us, was wonderful in every way. The location of the house couldn't be better for nature watching and just chilling out. It was quiet, peaceful and private. The beach, kayaks, golf carts, and lovely house was more than we anticipated. The owner was very helpful, quickly dealing with any small issues that we had. I would recommend this house tp anyone wanting a Gilligan's Island vacation. The Watts' ----Barrington Hills, Illinois

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: Family (Nashville, TN)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/17/11

Our stay at Seawatch was delightful. We saw manatee, dolphin, sea turtles, land tortoises, star fish, sea urchin, ray, osprey and more. The utterly amazing thing is that all this wildlife is viewed from Seawatches stellar dock or 360 degree all glass main living area. The house had everything anyone could need. Our party included (2) Grandparents (4) adult children and (1) grandchild. We had a fabulous vacation.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

Most Amazing Vacaion Ever

Guest: Tracey (Cape Coral, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

This was the most amazing vacation ever. The house was absolutely beautiful. We would watch the dolphins frolicking in front of the dock while we were upstairs having breakfast! This is truely a unique getaway. There is something on this island for every one. We had our 4 year old grandson who never got bored. I put my chair down on the beach, and he would play for hours. He was either jumping off the dock into the water, or collecting shells along the beach. Of course, we couldn't forget to build the ultimate sandcastle. As for the adults, the Safety Harbor Club pool is just what the doctor ordered after a long day of either fishing or relaxing at the beach. The down stairs patio seemed to be the gathering place for our group. The only time we were in the house was at meal time and to sleep. I would definitely recommend staying at the Seawatch to anyone that is interested. The owner is very accommodating and the house is always clean and fresh. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. We have been staying at the Seawatch twice a year for the last four years and can not wait for our next vacation there. Can not say enough about this wonderful home. Thanks for the memories Jeff!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: don (Cape Coral, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/18/10 Review Submitted: 08/21/10

We had the very best family vacation ever! The house was great; the view over the bay was fantastic. Also the fishing off the dock could not be better; as a mater of fact our youngest grandson caught his first fish while we were there. The house was fresh and clean when we arrived so thanks to the folks who maintain Seawatch for you. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your beautiful home.

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Wonderful Stay

Guest: Steve Ft. Myers (Ft. Myers, FL)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10 Review Submitted: 06/10/10

Beautiful house, beautiful view. A wonderful family vacation!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Fabulous family vacation.

Guest: Judy and Don B. (Arab, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/08/10

The house was exactly as described and probably has the best loctation on the island. The fishing off the Seawatch pier is great, as a matter of fact our youngest grandson caught his first fish there. This was the first vacation we have taken as a family since our daughters were married. My wife and I were concerned whether our sons in law would enjoy a location that had no cars etc. we shouldn't have worried, they had a blast especially with the sea kayaks, fishing and the opportunity to relax and catch up on some reading. Great vacation, we are looking forward to next year. Best regard, Judy and Don B.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Beautiful Property Very Poorly Managed

Guest: Sunset Seekers (Orlando, Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/30/09 Review Submitted: 04/03/10

We stayed at the Seawatch for a week last June. The house and ammenities were perfect for our group. However, the property manager neglected to arrange garbage removal for the house, and it was filled with bugs due to floor-to-ceiling hot maggot-filled garbage in the closet under the house. We had to get the refuse out of the housee ourselves. The 2nd golf cart broke down on the third day of our stay, and the door to the screened patio on the first floor fell off it's rusted hinges. No attempt was made to rectify our disappointing experience by the property manager. Then, or a year later when we planned to return to the island.

Owner response:why did you plan to return a second time? the manager tells us the garbage was scheduled for 2 days after your arrival for pick-up and located in a room seperate from the house and this review was submitted when he refused do discount the rent below an acceptable seawatch rate.

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Perfect Getaway

Guest: Joseph1980 (Amherst, MA)
Date of Stay: 01/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/27/10

I stayed at Seawatch in January of this year and it was absolutely amazing. One of the best vacations I have ever had. It was the first time in many years that I had a chance to actually fully relax and let go of all the hecticness that is involved with day to day activities. I actually got to sit back and take in all that life really does have to offer. The closeness to nature I felt was second to none. On first arrival I was blessed to watch a pair of dolphins swim about 30 feet from the dock. Walking the beaches without a crowd was such a treat and after exploring the island a bit and seeing the other houses I was sure that I had made the right choice by staying at Seawatch. The views are spectacular and nothing else on the island seemed to have the proximity and amenities that Seawatch had to offer. I would definitely recommend this destination to anyone and will be staying again as soon as I can.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.