This gated community is at the edge of Gulf Shores, so the beach is very quiet and perfect for a relaxing vacation. Charlotte sent a list of necessities to bring, like toilet paper and paper towels. There was one dishwasher packet, a sample bottle of dish soap, one roll toilet paper per bathroom, and a small roll of paper towels when we arrived. You will want to buy some more of each if you are staying for the week, but it helps me to know what is already there. You will need hand soap for the bathrooms as well. The kitchen had lots of plates and cutlery and plenty of pots, pans, bowls, etc. for cooking. Plenty of seating in both the couches and tables. The indoor pool and hot tub were closed, but they opened the outdoor pool in time for spring breakers. It was a short walk to the beach. Charlotte was extremely responsive to any questions or concerns.