Providing a genuine, honest post:
Marisa is a great. She’s very friendly, was responsive of the times I contacted her, out side of the initial check in (conflict took place).
Pros:
- if you’re looking to get away and be within feet of the ocean, this place is ideal. 100ft from the boardwalk and beach. Location is great.
- condo is very clean, very new, private parking (with security). Also included a spacious balcony that overlooks the water.
- other hotels, restaurants, and shops from boardwalk are close, all within walking distance.
Cons:
- check-in is “specifically” at 3pm. I made the host aware initially confirming my stay that my flight into FL would not arrive until 12 midnight. She advised keys would be left with security, but upon arriving, no one had keys or knew I was arriving, which resulted in me having to find another accommodation for the night. AirBnB did negotiate this with the host, and I was not charged for the first night (thank you). This was a bit frustrating around 1:30AM in the morning, after the host acknowledged my late arrival. Seemed a bit unorganized.
- although a small parking garage is available, parking security charges you daily. This doesn’t make much sense to me in my opinion. They would not charge the owner of the condo for parking, but since you’re staying there as a “guest” they charge. $15-$25 per day. Parking all around the condo (side streets) also includes fees.
- the condo is not a “true” two bedroom (but listed as one). This is a studio apartment with a king size and a blow up mattress. This was not so much of an issue for me, but was surprised when checking in.
If you are traveling with a significant other, you will love a place like this.