I was between a 3 and 4 star for the following reasons:
Pros:
-The condo is very comfortable and spacious.
- The location on the beach is fantastic. It is a bit away from the busier touristy areas, so it felt quieter, while still being close enough to enjoy the restaurants in those areas.
-The heated pool was a huge plus, as the Gulf was quite cold while we were there.
Cons:
-There were little ants all over the kitchen and guest bathroom.
-The owner did not leave a folder/binder with important and helpful information (e.g., check-out procedures, favorite local restaurants, street car info, local events, etc.). I realize most of this can be found with a Google search, but I always appreciate the "insider" info.
- I had two packages (beach toys) shipped to the unit after confirming with the owner that this would not be an issue. Neither package arrived, and the condo property manager confirmed that this was a common issue.
- The biggest issue we had is that the individuals in the neighboring unit are heavy smokers, who seemed to spend most of the day on their balcony smoking. This made it impossible for us to spend any time on the gorgeous balcony, or even have the doors open. I know that this is beyond the owner's control , but it was still very disappointing.