Pulling up to the building, it is plain. When we went to get on the elevator there are carts that are there to help you take your things to your room-so convenient! We got off the elevator, turned the corner and there it was-the beach, the water, the 2 chairs and blue umbrella(that are set out for you daily). We found our door, opened it and WOW. Amazing. It was like coming home. Comfortable, clean, everything where you could find it. Plus little things like the chairs to put out on the balcony in the morning to watch the dolphins swim by in the morning, bring back in for the next days viewing. We also saw stingrays gliding in the surf. Aqua Villa is a gem. However, the Shavers' have made it fantastic. From the binder with restaurant menus, to the spa like shower. You can lay on the couch and watch the ocean. It is not far from Destin, just a short drive from Aqua Villa where you will find Harborwalk, outlet mall, interesting restaurants-like McGuires or Deweys . If relaxing is what you have in mind, laying by the pool or hanging out at the beach this is for you. There is a onsite person who is helpful and very nice-we forgot our parking pass and he was kind enough to print one for us. The laundry room is close to the elevator and we did a load. Bring quarters lol. There is also a Tom Thumb within minutes, we grabbed some coffee we forgot. The pool was cleaned 3x when we were there(we stayed a week). We are ready to come back next year, maybe even sooner. I am a review reader to gage whether or not I will purchase or go somewhere. Well. this is a sure bet. The Shavers' are just a text away if you would need anything or have a question. So book a week and head on down to the Emerald Coast.