Pros:
- the location is super close to the beach (< 5 min walk. A direct straight line to the beach)
- the pool is nice to have
- spacious
- self-check in is convenient
- bed is comfortable
- towels (both beach and bath) are provided
- a good space for budget and if going to the beach is all you’re going to do
- has all the basics (shampoo, conditioner, soap)
Cons:
- though it is super close to the beach, it isn’t so close to places like grocery stores/convenience stores if you are in need of water for example
- the shower handle was broken during our stay
- noticed some rusting / dust under the bed
- there’s a weird noise in the closet in the bedroom (I assume it has to do with the AC). This can be distracting to light sleepers
- though the pool is nice to have, during our stay, the pool was closed by the town due to having a high pH. It did seem to be resolved during the day but that was unsettling to see after I had been in the water. The town actually came while I was outside and I spoke to the inspector and he said he did not recommend going into the pool.
- this was a walk up (did not realize it’s quite a bit of stairs to do with luggage)
- communication: I messaged the hosts about our code not working. They eventually responded (it’s noted that their response time is within an hour but with something like a code not working, I would think it’s sooner). I called the number to contact the hosts - I don’t think it was them directly. But I was given a trouble shoot to get in after a good 20 minutes of trying. I also asked about extra towels and that message was left unanswered.
Overall, it was an okay stay. It reminds me a lot of staying at an elevated motel at the jersey shore.
** additionally, I developed a rash from the pool. It’s called a “swimmer’s rash,” which is directly caused by bacteria in a pool.