Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at this property was disappointing and not what we expected based on the listing.First, the location isn’t in the prettiest area of Florida. The outdoor photos were taken in a way that made it seem like there was a nice beach view, but there isn’t.Inside, the unit is much more outdated than the photos suggest. The furniture is old, and the decor feels unsettling—there were several spooky pictures on the walls that even our kids commented on without any prompting. The lighting was a major issue: very dim and yellow throughout the house. The main bedroom had just one small ceiling light and tiny lamps. The second bedroom had no ceiling light at all, only wall-mounted yellow bulbs, and with red walls, the room felt very dark and gloomy at night. The main bedroom was also uncomfortably hot, with no central AC or window unit—just a box fan, which wasn’t enough in the Florida heat.Downstairs was a bit better, though still outdated. One positive was the closet full of beach gear (chairs, toys, umbrellas, etc.), which was super convenient and saved us from having to buy anything extra.A major issue was the booking process. The property is managed by a third-party rental company, not directly through the owner. Communication through VRBO was poor—they were unresponsive and difficult to get in touch with. When I booked, my card was charged, but VRBO showed that the payment had been declined. This caused the property to disappear from my account, even though the rental company later sent me a rental agreement to sign and charged my card in full days later. It felt disorganized and concerning.Overall, while the beach gear was appreciated, the misleading photos, outdated and eerie interior, poor lighting, lack of proper cooling, and frustrating booking process made this a stay I wouldn’t repeat or recommend.