Ok full disclosure, I own a VRBO rental in a different state so I'm very appreciative of certain details and critical of others. First of the owners are very responsive and its GREAT to have a short term rental option while we're visiting family. Most of Marco is 1 month or longer rentals only. This condo has been Completely gutted and remodeled and has the highest quality finishes. It is right across from the Public beach access and Marco only has a few of them. Pool is great, there is an elevator with luggage carts to move your stuff. I can't say enough how nice it is to have comfortable beds and these owners didnt skimp! The beds are SUPER comfortable, even the smaller twin beds. Huge props for that. The owners let you use their beach cart, chairs and sand toys. This is just awesome since it's hard enough flying there with children.

Now with my VRBO listing I hate to get anything less than 5 stars and I really didnt want to do less than 5 here. But the condo is missing 2 CRITICAL items as well as a bunch of small things that earn it less than a full 5. So when most people go on vacation they stock up on food at the grocery store and eat in as much as possible right? Save money and the hassle of going out. Well we bought things that needed baked or heated up in the oven. Didnt realize til later that there is NO OVEN! There is a microwave and range top. Luckily we had family renting on Marco close by and we took our food there. Suggestion for owners...a Large toaster oven on the counter would go a long way here. The kitchen was also missing things like dishwashing machine soap and even a scrubbing sponge. These are all things I provide with my rental so I guess I just expected it. And like most rentals forget about finding a sharp knife. There is ONE knife thers that could be sharpened but alas, no sharpener.

If you have young children you know how important it is to have a bathtub to clean up after a long day at the beach and in the sun. Well the amazing remodel deleted the bathtubs in favor of large tile showers. The rain heads in these showers were awesome but a tub in one of the 2 bathrooms would have been nice.

I found thd A/C couldnt keep up on warmer days. There is a ton of glass doors and windows facing west and minimal curtains to block the sun. Some sort of blinds here would be nice.

Summary...if you're in need of a comfortable Marco short term rental close to the beach and dont cook alot then go for it!