We rarely write reviews, but this one deserved mention. We have rented homes from various South Walton and PCB rental agencies over the past 13 years at least once, sometimes twice a year. We enjoyed our VACASA experience, but the property left much to be desired.
The Good:
The rental experience with VACASA was very smooth and less expensive than “the other” company that the property was marked with. The location was fantastic; the home is across from the well-heated pool and a short walk to the beach walk-over. The Carillon Beach grounds are very well done, with some amazingly detailed properties and unique characteristics.
The Bad:
The property is tired in desperate need of a make-over! The builder-grade carpet needs shampoo. The living room furniture is stained and needs a refresh. The yellow interior paint makes the photos look bright but doesn’t hide the stains and bruises of the rental cycles. The exterior is definitely looking rough. Even the cheapest hotels have closets with hangers! None of these are unusual for a rental property at this price point, but renters who are expecting an upscale experience, based on the photos, should set your expectations a bit lower.
The Ugly:
Cosmetic blemishes and worn fixtures aside, there are issues with the property that points to neglect.
The 3rd bedroom shower leaks through the chandelier onto the dining table on the first floor. The issue goes beyond the yellow bead of caulk applied to address this issue. (reported in other reviews but not addressed)
The hardwood floors are very (very) unclean, scratched and darkened from wear and dirt walking barefoot would be discouraged (reported in other reviews but not addressed).
The home has a musty /moldy smell that permeates all your clothes (reported in other reviews but not addressed) .
The third-floor balcony is unusable, the door handle is broken and when viewed from below the unpainted and well aged wood looks unsafe.
The master bedroom ceiling fan “clanks” on each rotation in an unpredictable cadence ( translation – you can’t sleep with the fan on (reported in other reviews but not addressed) .