This place is ideal for families with young children. Our 2 year old and 4.5 year old were playing on their own in the fully fenced backyard without us needing to constantly watch them, they loved the kids toys/games in the livingroom, and we had enough space for everyone to relax. :) With slightly older kids, you could walk to the beach, but we chose to drive (less than 5 minutes) because the house's state park pass gave us free beach parking access. The beach is great for kids. Ice cream and a terrific park both in walking distance, too--what a great find! We are already planning for when we can come back....