The location is beautiful and in a nice residential area. The house is immaculate, and the furniture and beds are quite comfortable. Sitting on the deck was so peaceful! We enjoyed the pelicans, dolphins, and egrets, The area is very walkable - just a few short blocks to the beach and good local restaurants, which meant we rarely needed the car during our five-day stay. That said, the Columbian Restaurant and Salt Rock Grill are two restaurants worth driving to, each just a few miles away - right on the water and with outstanding food and service. Highly recommend them for more upscale dining. Communication with the property managers was excellent, and the response was usually within 5 - 10 minutes; some minor issues were quickly (and pleasantly) resolved. Two minor quibbles. As found in most other rentals, it would be nice to have a binder with wifi details, house rules, checkout procedures, and recommendations for restaurants and entertainment venues. The wifi and checkout instructions were provided before our check-in, but having that at hand for reference would be more convenient. Also, the house doesn't have many homey touches, so it has an almost "hotel" vibe. We've been spoiled by the charm of (at least part-time) owner-occupied house rentals. It lacked the warmth of a house that's loved. That said, vibes aside, it provides all the essentials, and the location can't be beaten.
