If you are looking for a quiet place to stay- this is probably not it. Lots of foot traffic from the boardwalk and airplanes overhead (but FYI- plane noise is a constant in this city). But if you are looking to wake up "on" the beach, to enjoy your coffee and people watch, and/or to have a place to keep your kids corralled and happy while you relax- rent this. We had four adults and two small children. It was perfect for us. We could relax on the enclosed patio (the patio is all yours during your stay) and let the babies play. And if you have small kids, you know what this is worth. Also being so close to the beach means you don't have to load up your stuff in the car day after day. The parking was fine. We had a minivan so we parked about 2 blocks away. No big deal because you can unload right next to the condo and the walk is lovely. Jack and Co. supplied us with a pack n' play, lots of beach toys, umbrellas, chairs, and a grill. The neighborhood is really neat- lots of cool houses, a market, restaurants, and dive bars. The unit doesn't have AC but it was fine for us because the weather is so amazing. This place is worth the price. Do it.