The condo is beautiful, and exactly as shown in pictures! However, it could use a deep cleaning. You can't walk around barefoot, the bottom on your feet will become very dark and dirty. The surfaces (such as tabletops, countertops, inside of cabinets) had a lot of stains and/or a layer of dust - since we were only staying less than 3 days, I did not feel it was necessary to have someone come clean, but it definitely needs more attention to detail / or a new cleaning person.
Kitchen convenience: There were no hand towels in the kitchen, there was only 1 pot and 2 pans to use for cooking, and it was hard to clean up after due to the limited supply of paper towels/towels/and other cleaning supplies. The kitchen tools in general could use an upgrade as they seemed very run down and were not pleasant to use.
In terms of things to do in the area, don't expect much. Florida is known for needing a car if you want to do things and get around! If you're looking to JUST stay at the beach, then go for it.
Regarding things I wish I knew about the building before I booked: 1) The building was right on the beach; however, it doesn't have its own designated area. You need your own chairs and beach towels. 2) The building does not have free laundry - the machines are $1.75 each. 3) The sun does not hit the building that much, or the pool / backyard area because of other surrounding buildings. This leaves the pool to be cold and no place to tan besides the beach.
General cons:
- You have to pay for the fob to have building access. I think this is the most ridiculous thing because the owner can easily have a fob be connected to the key you use.
- Strict cancellation policy
- Limited indoor amenities
- Location had limited options of things to do, the boardwalk in the area has nothing fun to do
- Apartment located on the 2nd floor - so no view
- Limited direct sun on the building and pool area
- Building does not provide chairs or towels for beach
- Uber / lyft was extremely hard to get in the area - so you definitely need your own car
- No vent in the bathrooms
General pros:
- Safe building, you needed the fob to get through every door
- Direct beach access
- Pool (however it did not feel heated)
- Beautiful and spacious condo
- Balcony
- Full kitchen
- Laundry available
- Pull out couch
- Walmart is walking distance for groceries or other shopping needs