Vacation Rentals by Owner

Our second off season vacation at Avalon...great again!

Guest: Diana and friends (Baltimore area)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

The condo was so clean and well stocked...we enjoyed any meals we ate in on those lovely blue plates, etc., and we liked the location ... near the new Harris Teeter grocery as well as some of our favorite restaurants like Harpoon Hannah's and the good old House of Welsh. The heated pool and Jacuzzi for two of us was wonderful while two more enjoyed the very short walk to the beach and then beachcombing.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Girls weekend out

Guest: Patty B.
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 12/20/11

On behalf of my seven friends who stayed at Grape Escapes I cannot say enough about what a wonderful experience it was. We all get together every spring and fall and as hard as it is to get eight women to agree on anything this is the first time in over 10 years we have all agreed to come back again in April and stay! It was everything the listing described. It was spotless, roomy and conveniently located for our needs. Working with the owner couldn't have been more pleasant. She made it easy and and was very accommodating. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Grape Escapes to anyone. Looking forward to coming back in April. Patty Barila

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Wonderful visit!

Guest: Jennifer (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 09/21/11

Thanks so much for allowing us to stay at your beautiful condo - it was all that we expected and more! We visited with 6 adults and four children under age 4, and there was plenty of room for all. Everyone remarked on the unusal amenities - plenty of kitchen supplies, booster seats, a pack and play for the kids, and all of the comforts of home. Kathleen was a great hostess and very responsive to any question.We wil surely stay here again upon our next visit to Ocean CIty.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Look no further!

Guest: Bethany (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11 Review Submitted: 08/02/11

For anyone considering this condo: look no further! My family and I have spent many summers vacationing in Ocean City, MD and can attest to the comfort, cleanliness, and convience of this particular condo! Linens and towels were provided as well as everything you need for the beach; chairs, umbrellas, and sand toys for children (not to mention the cart to get them to the beach)! Traveling with children can put a dent in the space you have in your vehicle so this was a huge space saver for my family! Cooking in the kitchen is like cooking in your own home! There is not a single utensil or appliance that you could need that is not provided. The indoor pool turned out to be fantastic. As I mentioned, my husband and I have a 15 month old daughter who loved the ocean, but given the high temperatures and extreme humidity needed a break from the heat during the afternoon! The pool was just what we needed! You didn't have to worry about applying more sunscreen or the fact that she won't keep a hat on her head! I could go on, in great detail, as to the many positives of this condo; but I will make a long story short....out the number of condo's we have stayed in we could always find something missing. This one lacks nothing! The owners have gone above and beyond to make sure their place feels like 'home' for the duration of your stay! Thank you, Kathleen, for extending your 'home' to us! It was a great vacation and a pleasure dealing with you!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Avalon Condo

Guest: Lynn (upstate New York)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 08/19/11

We have enjoyed many years at this beautiful condo. The pictures are true to life. Everything is well kept and clean and the owners are always available if there should be any questions or concerns. I recommend this property highly to anyone interested in having a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. We have enjoyed many restaurants over the years and some are even within walking distance. And if you should be too tired to walk or drive there are buses running every five minutes at a very reasonable fare. I honestly can't say enough about it!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Stunning and Spacious !!!

Guest: kelli (MD)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

The home is Beautiful, very comfortable and in a great location. This is the largest 3 bedroom we've stayed in Ocean City. The owners take great pride in the home and make sure it's stocked with any little thing you may need. The rooms are spacious and the unit is very close to the beach. We would love to stay an entire week in the future. Thank you for sharing your stunning home with us!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect place for long weekend in Ocean City, MD!

Guest: Diana and friends (Baltimore area)
Date of Stay: 11/12/10 Review Submitted: 11/16/10

My sister and I and four friends met at this wonderful condo and proceeded to have a wonderful three night stay. It was just a very comfortable, most enjoyable get together, made more memorable by the layout and decor of Avalon. The weather was perfect and warm, but even if it had rained all three days, we could have enjoyed just staying in this true" home away from home." The heated indoor pool and hot tub on the second floor of the building were among the reasons we chose Avalon, in addition to its three large bedrooms with no bunk beds, its proximity to the ocean for long beach walks, and the relatively short driving distance to the Outlet shopping area. However, the condo itself was so clean, beautiful, spacious, and well supplied with all desired amenities, including games and DVD's, gas fireplace, Internet, cable,and so much more, that my whole group is hoping to return for another luxurious stay! We would most heartily recommend this place.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

A Wonderful Ocean City Retreat!

Guest: Traveler (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 11/03/10 Review Submitted: 01/09/11

We have stayed at this property on four separate occasions - both in and out of season and have enjoyed it thoroughly each time. The property is exceptionally clean and well maintained. The unit is thoughtfully and thoroughly well appointed. The owners have thought of everything and are a pleasure to work with. The on site indoor pool, fitness center and spa are a real plus. The building is located at the quiet end of Ocean City but an easy drive or bus ride gets you to the boardwalk attractions. This is a great place for a weekend or week long getaway.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Most relaxing vacation ever

Guest: Sue (Vestal, New York)
Date of Stay: 08/30/10 Review Submitted: 09/04/10

Thank-You for opening up your home to us. The condo was better than the pictures and everything we could have possibly wanted was available to us. Kathleen was more than accomedating to all of our needs. We were three couples looking for a relaxing vacation and thats exactly what we got - stress free! We look forward to doing this again next year! Thank-You Again!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Great Mini Week Condo Rental

Guest: Plumber's Family (Hazleton, PA 18201)
Date of Stay: 05/14/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/10

We stayed for a long weekend in May. We were able to check in early on Friday and check out late on Monday which was an added bonus. Very beautiful, spacious and clean condo, even nicer than the pictures. Not having to bring linens and towels was great. Loved the indoor pool. Great Place to stay.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Guest: Tanya10 (Mechanicsburg, PA)
Date of Stay: 12/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/02/09

We stayed here in early November and it was absolutely wonderful! The decor was beautiful and the condo had everything to offer just like their townhome does over at the Bayside resort. My two boys loved the heated pool. Great Fall getaway! Thanks again Kathleen and Alan!

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Guest: Mark & Kim Worden (Binghamton, New York)
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/11/07

Our stay at Grape Escapes was wonderful! The entire condo was spacious and had everything we needed for a fun family vacation. We have been going to Ocean City for ten years now and it was far and away the best place we stayed!!!! It was perfect and we look forward to staying there again next year.

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Guest: Marie 'n David (Bel Air, MD)
Date of Stay: 10/01/06 Review Submitted: 10/03/06

The pictures don't do it enough justice regarding space and furnishings- it's bigger than you can imagine! We loved the fact that the "Captians" bedroom was so very spacious and private- like an apartment inside an apartment. Great furnishings, thoughtful touches- it is all as advertised. The third bedroom with 2 queens was perfect for a family of four. I was particularly glad for the 3 bathrooms- each "group" had their own! And there were enough dishes and utensils that our large group could eat a few meals before we needed to use the dishwasher. This is a great place to stay and an excellent owner to work with.

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Guest: Brenda T
Date of Stay: 08/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/31/06

"We really enjoyed ourselves and we just loved the condo. It was furnished with everything we could have possibly needed."

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Guest: Nancy and Stan
Date of Stay: 07/21/06 Review Submitted: 07/20/06

"Beautiful, spacious, excellent location...... what more can we say. We thoroughly enjoyed our week in your fantstic condo. Everything we needed was at our finger tips. Thanks so much!!!!

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Guest: phil and peggy (york, pa.)
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/18/06

this was our second year at the condo and it just keeps getting better. Thank you Kathleen for all the improvements. All of our suggestions last summer were done. That is awesome. It will definitely keep us coming back. The convenience to the beach and restaurants is the best. Close enough to get to but far enough for peace and quiet. The condo is beautiful. It is a place we could just live in. Thank you for sharing your home!

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Guest: Kristina Munger (Frederick, MD)
Date of Stay: 01/01/06 Review Submitted: 01/12/06

We reserved Grape Escapes as a holiday getaway weekend to be with our two married sons and grandson. We celebrated a mini-Christmas while there and it was an absolutely perfect choice. It couldn't have been more like home if I had shopped for the furnishings myself. The kitchen had every possible utensil, the dishes and fixtures are not what I have typically found in beach rentals. We are very happy with the offerings in the condo. Thank you for sharing your home with us and for helping us to make such a great holiday memory for our children.

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