Lauderdale by the Sea is a welcome break from the rip-off tourist hustle, high-rise over-crowded Miami Beach scene. Connie's place is great. We did not self-cater as we were only there a couple of days, but this place is ideal for a longer stay, esp when able to avoid the cost of 3X per day restaurant meals.

The sundeck is the highlight, availing the sun and breeze of the beach, if you're lazy to walk the 100 meters to the shore-line (as we were part of the time).