We're TN residents who are still getting used to the fall break our kids get from school and the migration down to FL. We booked with Shanna and her property on short notice for Wed-Sun and brought our family of 6 plus dog. Even though she hadn't accrued any reviews yet, the pictures and amenities provided by her and the community had us sold on a wonderful alterative to cramped hotel or costly beachfront condo. The unit is a duplex and one of maybe 100 that are about 300 yards from the beach. The community concept is clearly planned and although the units look/feel a little cookie-cutter, Shanna's is an end unit giving us additional privacy/views, a cute lawn next to us for lawn games and our dog and they did a great job with paint, furnishings and materials. It gives you the breezy, clean and open feel in every room and part of the house.
The kitchen was stocked with utensils and plenty of space and we shopped at the nearby Walmart for breakfast/lunch each day and 2 dinners. We went out the other 2 nights to the local Mexican place Pedros (good not great) and walked to Lillians Pizza which was incredible. There is ice cream nearby & seafood if you're looking for it.
The first day we were eager for the beach so we called the shuttle, brought the chairs and toys Shanna had in the garage and enjoyed lounge chairs and umbrellas on the community beach. There is a pool, deck and restaurant as well that we didn't use but looked nice.
On Friday, we were feeling active and used the 6 bikes in the basement, played tennis and pickleball as a family and enjoyed the very nice community pool and fitness center. Hot tub wasn't heating but they were working on it.
On Saturday, we took Shanna's recommendation and went east to Johnson Beach ($25/day or $45/annual) State Park - which was a beautiful uninterrupted finger of sand between the gulf and inland bay. Our kids accidentally stepped on a stingray and that became the game of finding them in the shallow water sand for 2 days. Perfect unscripted fun and warm water.
Overall we found the whole community to be ultra-friendly with people jogging/walking, friendly dogs and many families soaking up the 80 degrees and sunny stretch of weather we were blessed with.
The couple of times I needed Shanna, she was super-responsive through the VRBO app and sent her housekeeper w/TV remote batteries. The check-out was easy and they had a dog bed and treats ready for our fur baby.
Highly recommend!