This condo is extremely nice! It was very clean when we got there, and the check-in process was very easy. The owner even has some pool and beach items available to use, which is extremely nice. I loved the big window at the table. It's nice and bright to sit at. Too bad we didn't have an ocean view, but the window is still very nice. I really liked the convenience of the luggage carts and shopping carts. There is also an elevator. My favorite parts about the beach at this condo are that the beach space is huge, and that there are people working to help get you beach chairs *and* they put them back up so you don't have to! So nice! It's great that the condo has 2 pools, because this definitely helped me get my two boys some pool time without feeling like it was overcrowded. The location of the Sarasota Surf and Racquet Club is exceptional. The beach is absolutely spectacular, and there are so many places within a short drive. My husband and I walked along the beach, and I sincerely think that the best beach area is at this condo.
Aside from no ocean view in this particular unit, there were only a couple of other things that made it slightly less than perfect. While I truly do appreciate that the bed mattress on the king bed is new, it is definitely way more firm than what me and my husband are used to. It did hurt my back, but we found some extra pillows in the closet that I put under me, and that helped some. The other slight inconvenience is that the units are not equipped with their own washer and dryer. There are some community washers and dryers near the elevator, and you have to load a card with money to use them. The card comes from the main office, and you just have to go ask for it and give them money so they can load the card. Some people may not mind this at all, and at least there are washers and dryers on the property. The people at the main office are very friendly and helpful. Also, the owner is very nice and helpful, and replied to my inquiries right away. One last note: since we stayed during the pandemic, the gym was closed. That was disappointing, but completely understandable given the pandemic situation.
Thanks for a great stay!