Pros and cons to everything in life. The pros definitely outweigh the cons, but few items to prepare for. Cons: No closet rods to hold your clothes, dressers to put your clothes in or tables to set your suitcases on. However, plenty of room in the living room to stack suitcases. Also can hear the upstairs tenants. Brought a noise machine and that helped some. No breeze on the deck because you are low to the ground and blocked by the dunes so bringing a fan helps. Pros : The location of the property was perfect, from where it was situated in Orange Beach, out of the traffic but close to everything in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, to how close it was to the beach. Bike trail runs right past the property. Super close to an ice cream shop. The actual property is kept up really nice. No smoking in whole building which is amazing! Nice pool and bathrooms and so close to the beach. Can rent chairs right out in front of the property. The view is spectacular. The renovation on the property is good. Can lights on dimmers, nice kitchen and counter, good seating, really comfy beds, your own full size ice maker was amazing! Full washer dryer in the unit. Wine fridge. Look forward to going back!