Waterfront Beach Townhouse: Best of the Beach & Bay

Great location as advertised. Short walk across the street and one block to a public access point for the beach. Great bay out back so water all around. Small children? Just a very short distance to well-marked pedestrian crossing with safety lights. We found traffic very respectful to the public crossing. Lack of 5th star? We have VRBO experience and I don't like to go cheap because it results in a nicer product. This house isn't as well appointed as others we have been in and certainly can sleep 15 but there isn't really furniture for lounge time. To the extent you aren't 100% beach people, you would find it difficult to gather in the family room/balconies due to limited seating (other than formal dining chairs). But don't let that stop you from renting this place. It was a good deal. Contract stipulated two car garage and there was ample room for two large cars (but don't think the parking pad outside the house is allowed for a third car). There is some off street parking and we found it available to use without much difficulty. A very lovely home but as a rental, it gets wear and tear so don't expect luxary. My coffee drinkers were disappointed with a 4 cup (closer to two cup for real coffee drinkers) coffee pot. Not sure how a much larger crowd would get by without a larger coffee maker. Depending on which unit you get, there is an operational sea food market and fisherman working right next door. They were very friendly and allowed us a close-up look at their operation. Kids would love it. If you stay in the master suite, prepare to be awakened by the loud diesel engines in the morning. They work early! I found their work enjoyable and went back to sleep enjoying the beautiful weather and cool ocean breezes. Don't pass this one up if you are looking in the area. Oh, and my wife doesn't mind cleaning up upon departure but broom sweeping this large house is a lot of work. An electric broom or sweeper would be a welcomed addition. And bring you hair dryers! Food? We ate in some but very much enjoyed the Seabreeze bar and grill just a block north and the Thai place just a block south. The Thai food was amazing (so we went twice). 2-3 blocks south, Kenny's Korner for good breakfast. Hope you enjoy was much as we did.

The actual property was very nice. The air conditioning typically did not kick in until at least 75 degrees, with the 74 setting, you could not change. On the 3rd morning of our 4 day stay, the air conditioning upstairs cut off, where everyone was sleeping, with no way to read how hot it actually got, given there was no display. We called the issue in. Were told they would address remotely. When we returned in the evening, there was no change.

On the last day, we had someone actually walk in on us, without knocking, shortly before the 10 am check out. I would not stay here again with the above mentioned issues, unless addressed.

We stayed in this Condo for 9 days in February. A view of water is always nice! It was very clean and in a nice neighborhood. In fact, there is a dog groomer 3 door down and we were able to get our 2 dogs groomed beautifully! The only challenge with this house is many stairs. If you are challenged, 46 stairs! Also they place is set up to sleep as many as possible...even putting a bed and futon in the KITCHEN! where you would normally have bar stools or small table. SO it sleeps 12-15 (whatever) and a Mr. Coffee that serves 3!!!! Also if you have more than 4 people don't plan to cook.Only 1 set of Rachel Ray pans. And as in other reviews, nothing in the way of oil, spices etc. There are coffee filters and plenty of TP. Thats about it.

We stayed here for two weeks and it was a a wonderful stay. The house was beautiful and you get the best of both worlds with the innercoastal behind the house and the ocean in front with a beach access only steps away. We recommend renting paddle boards and going out of the dock behind the house. The caretaker/ maintenance man who lives next door was super helpful with helping us get the paddle boards in the water and on our way and he even brought us over a ladder to get into the water because it was low tide. The restaurants nearby the house were all excellent food and great atmosphere. We recommend this house to anyone looking for a beautiful home, great location that’s conveniently located to anything you would need or want to do including only 25 minute drive to Tampa as well!

I just returned from a 7 night stay with 9 other family members and although there were only three bedrooms with a set up queen bed. they provided an ample amount of cots. Sure the furniture is a bit dated and worn but we weren't there to critique home décor rather enjoy the area. Having a dock in the back yard was great( Caught a ray, small grouper and other small fish)and being a 1-2 minute walk to the beach was fantastic. I also really enjoyed the fish market literally next door. We'd go there for the fresh catch daily( Easy to cook on your grill in the backyard) and stone crab claws. Also Seabreeze restaurant ( great food, great view). Overall we had a great time!