GOOD
Parking: Parking is mostly paid in the area, but the host provided a spot right in front of the building, which was an easy walk to the rental unit. And there is a security camera facing the parking area.
Outdoor seating: There is a small table and 2 chairs right outside the unit and there are other sitting areas on the grounds.
Proximity to beach: You can see a small slice of the ocean from the unit and it is only steps to reach the Broadwalk and beach.
NOT SO GOOD
Check-in: The listing mentions self check-in but that is only if you ask ahead I guess. I messaged the host when I got there, waited at least 15 minutes for a reply, and then waited for the housekeeper to let me in. While walking to the unit, it was raining, and the host wanted me to send a copy of my license and pay a pet fee before entering. I had the host and a woman both telling me things to do through phone and email along with the housekeeper who was in-person waiting for instructions from them. It was chaotic and time-consuming. Then once I was settled, they continued to communicate and came to my unit twice when I just wanted to unpack my groceries and grab a bite to eat after driving all day. I felt that if the host handled some of these things before my arrival, it would have been smoother.
Hidden charges/Pet fee: My reservation clearly noted a pet was coming, however the host said he was not informed. He told me there was a $50 pet fee. I mentioned that I was unaware of this policy. He just replied that it was in the information provided. I looked in the listing, in the information he provided after I made the reservation, and on the terms and conditions page of the property website - no mention of a $50 fee.
Odor in the unit: Although the unit was very clean, there was a constant smell like a fragrance was being used to cover something up. It was not the most pleasant scent.
Location of the TV: I didn't notice it when looking at the listing but the TV is on the wall next to the couch. It would not be comfortable to watch from the couch but you can see it from the plastic chairs in the kitchen area and from the bed.
Hollywood Beach: On garbage day, the whole area smells like garbage. It was almost unbearable to walk around. Also, there are very few places to walk a dog. On most streets, there are no patches of grass.