We’ve been visiting St. Maarten for years. This was our 15th yr but since our usual place was booked for much of 2026, we decided to try this rental. Overall, we had a very nice stay. Check-in was quick, the staff was welcoming, and the location is excellent—close to some of our favorite restaurants on the French side. The condo itself is nicely furnished and well-equipped, especially for our longer stay. We also really enjoyed having access to the JW Marriott next door, including its amenities, restaurants, and the private pool.When we first arrived, the condo was clean overall, but the floors were dirty. We noticed right away since we don’t wear shoes indoors. I reached out to Jim, and he responded promptly—housekeeping came back and took care of it quickly, which we appreciated. Dawn Beach is a bit rough, but that wasn’t an issue for us since we like to explore different beaches around the island. The one downside for us was the ocean view from inside the condo. While we were in Building A (oceanfront), the balcony has a solid concrete wall, so you can’t actually see the ocean while sitting inside or even seated outside, you have to stand up. For us, being able to enjoy the view while relaxing indoors is an important part of our stay.That said, we still had a wonderful time being able to visit our favorite spots and spend time with family. Jim was a great host and very responsive throughout. If guaranteed a BLDG A condo with a see through balcony, we would return,