Grand Venetian 1 bedroom, large patio

We just returned from a 2 month stay in Darwin's unit. We were very impressed with the condo, the complex, the amenities - and most of all the spectacular view. It is the best or one of the best complexes on the oceanfront. It is also very handy to grocery shopping outlets and great restaurants.

The patio and patio furniture were ideal to view the ocean, watch for whales, cruise ships, sail boats and tour boats. Sunset views were particularly beautiful. The grounds and pools were impeccably maintained. Staff within the building and on the grounds were very obliging and pleasant.

The condo has a nice floor plan and is well equipped for making meals. The position of the balcony was such that we did not get the sun during the day, allowing the unit to remain fairly comfortable without having to run the air conditioning. We appreciated leaving the patio doors open during the day and most nights.

We were very pleased with all aspects of our stay. We did have some problems with the internet, but that got resolved satisfactorily in order to provide for WiFi and use of the phone. Darwin was very prompt and most helpful with any questions or concerns we had.

Some people may find sounds from the neighboring restaurant and parking lot a bit disturbing, but this is something the owner and the Grand Venetian complex have no control over.

Overall, we were very pleased. This condo and Grand Venetian complex provide for a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Thank you very much Darwin.

Wally and Rena

This is a great condo with a large balcony right on the beach. The complex is beautifully landscaped with four pools. The staff were exceptional and always there to assist. The condo has everything you need to feel like home. Didn't want to leave. The month we were there flew by. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.

We have just returned from a 4 week stay in Darwin's lovely condo. The unit is well equipped and comfortable. We really enjoyed spending time on the large shaded balcony. Darwin was very responsive to all of our questions and dealt with our few concerns quickly throughout the whole rental process. The condo complex itself is modern, clean and well secured. The staff are friendly and accommodating. Why 4 stars? During our stay 3 out of the 5 pools were closed for maintenance for the first 2 weeks. It was nice to have Netflix however the only other channels available on the Roku were US news. We do suggest that an information package on the condo and area be made availble for future renters. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful condo, everything is as you see it in the photos. Well stocked kitchen, with every gadget you may need to cook your favorite meal and enjoy on the balcony, overlooking the bay. Plenty of towels and pool towels. The condo is equipped with washer and dryer, which is definitely a plus. The owner was quick in responding to any queries we had. We did have a few areas of concern, the condo Wifi was non-existent, which made the free local calls to Canada impossible and the TV only played a few stations. We relied on the included Wifi, as my husband had work to do. After two attempts at repairing the existing Wifi, arrangements were made with a local provider, who installed a separate modem. This resolved our internet issues and also, we now had more TV stations. However, we did not get phone service. When we left, the owner was working on having the issues resolved.

Even though we have friends who live in this complex full-time this was our first time ever to stay there. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Darwin's property management team were very attentive and took care of our every need. This was not your usual stay as we were here for six weeks. When it came time to leave it was not easy. We loved the view we loved the outside patio and its lounging sofa and above all the pools at the Venetian as well as the restaurant and all of the friendly and helpful staff. Oh yes the king size bed was very comfy too. One of our highlights was getting to release baby turtles who's nesting grounds are just next-door. It's something that one must do at least once in their lifetime. We also used the Grand Venetian's theater room on several occasions to have friends over to watch movies. It's a very nice air-conditioned spacious room with huge theater seats for all to enjoy.