The interior of the unit was nice, but the patio and property were very disappointing. The patio was fully exposed to the elements as there was no overhang, other than a wood trellis-like cover that looked to be singed and whenever it rained, would cover the patio with debris. Ostensibly, one of the advantages of a patio would be to sit outside when it rained, or to get out of the sun. This did neither and was therefore useless.
As for the property more generally, very disappointing. The first thing we noticed when entering the property were the abandoned tennis courts (hence Saphire Beach "Resort"). The pool had a boarded up Tiki bar, and at the other end of the property, there were a number of abandoned buildings, which looked to be a former restaurant and jet ski rental. Adjacent to this complex were a series of units that looked to be government buildings (cheap, functional construction) but were actually condos. A very annoying "service" were a couple of servers schlepping drinks on the beach - one was a woman that interrupted to provide a menu as well as her phone # so we could call for service. She had no memory of having handed my wife a menu not 5 minutes before. The other server was far worse - a guy with a visor and fake beach bum hair that fancied himself a stand-up comedian and using the same MO as the former, interrupted to provide his schtick. Why would I order a drink or food when I am just steps away from my own food and drinks?
As for the beach, it was OK - beautiful water, but the abandoned buildings were very unsightly. Getting in the water was also a bit of a challenge as it was pretty rocky. It is well worth the drive to Megan's Bay - we felt as if we had really wasted the first couple of days hanging at Saphire Beach.
We had the impression that Red Hood was much more 'beachy' than was the case; there were a number of good restaurants and bars but they are only safely accessible by vehicle. It is VERY unsafe to walk as you are on a winding, narrow road with nowhere to go and literally a couple of feet away from traffic travelling a 30 - 35 MPH. This is not a pedestrian-friendly island.
As for shopping in RH, nothing but a few convenience stores - not a place you would hang out for the day (unless sitting on a bar stool). In short, a rental is essential so that you can enjoy Megan's Bay, hit the grocery store, and go out for dinner.