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See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺

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Interior
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • Ponte Vedra Beach
    13 min walk
  • Lagoon Course at Ponte Vedra Inn Club
    3 min drive
  • Sawgrass Country Club
    5 min drive
  • Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    40 min drive

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About the area

Ponte Vedra Beach

This condo places you in the heart of Ponte Vedra Beach, within a 15-minute walk of Ponte Vedra Beach and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Lagoon Course at Ponte Vedra Inn Club. .Condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site water park. Added amenities include barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Sawgrass Village - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mickler Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • TPC Sawgrass - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mayo Clinic Florida - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Jacksonville Beach Pier - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alice and Pete's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr Chubby's Wings - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺

Hurricane survival October-November 2024 discount! Everything looks fine, thankful for your thoughts & prayers! Looking for a romantic & fun time with sun & moonrises over the ocean? This is it. A great place to create lasting memories. Engagements, celebrations for anniversaries, birthdays, and sharing time; mother daughter, father son, sister time…. Or “me” time. Beach is great for swimming, surfing, shelling, fishing, walking, and relaxing to just sit & watch & listen.

Attractions:
Attractions within 2 miles walking distance:
https://www.theplayers.com/
Sawgrass shopping village: shops, restaurants

Attractions 30 -45 minutes driving time:
Quaint small mom & pop shops: arts, crafts, walk towns to eat & shop:
Headed South:
St. Augustine- oldest historical city
Headed North:
Ferindina Beach
Hannah Park: beach, picnic area
Atlantic beach:beach, eateries, shopping
Neptune Beach: beach, eateries, shopping
Jacksonville Beach:beach, pier, eateries
Headed West:
Town center recent and modern:
shopping, restaurants

Enjoy….
Condo
First floor, direct access to beach within 10 feet.
Hear the sounds of the waves. Smell the salt air.
See beach activities: ships, sailboats, dolphins, fish, birds carrying their catch, parasails, and more on any given day. Watch the tide roll in and roll out. See breathtaking sunrises & speechless moonrises. Look for the stars and ships passing in the night and day as your troubles melt away.

This 900 sq foot 1 bedroom, full bathroom with tub & shower, and kitchen all with direct access to walk onto your beach front property is awaiting you. A hose is located at end of walkway to rinse off your findings, chairs, and feet. Your door is a few feet from your oceanfront walk & view.

Updated tile, paint, crown molding, granite countertops, brand new refrigerator/freezer with ice-maker can all be yours with a fully equipped kitchen (drip & Kruger coffee makers, oven toaster, blender, counter grill, microwave, oven, electric stove top, etc).

This unique little gem is a perfect retreat to get-away, be together, or work within a solitude and quietness as the Atlantic Ocean energizes you & refreshes your soul.

After your fun filled activities; enjoy a restful time watching your favorite TV shows via streaming as you see the ocean waves.

Your walks on land or beach will be filled with extra sights of multi-million dollar estates and private clubs stretching miles going north or south. They are amazing in size, design, and style. Then, you have the natural beauty that is priceless of beach. Your time & experience will be cherished. Nearby Dining: Publix Sawgrass Shopping Center:
Nona Blue-ask for high top table outside or sit at outside bar facing road. Ask for their homemade guacamole/ salsa & chips.
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Winn-Dixie Shopping Center:
Woodys BB Q
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Tum Tim Thai
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Poppy’s Italian
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Seafood & on intracoastal:
Capps on the Water
Palm’s Fish Camp
Palm Valley Outdoors ( PVO)
Barbara Jeans

Views on Intercostal: sit outside:
Capps on the Intracoastal Water is an all time top- of-the-list for everything. Usually a wait, but the view while you wait is worth it. You can also order drinks & food (apps) while you wait. Bars (3) are open seating. Be sure to go the the very far back bar as first choice. Sunsets! Like your condo oceanfront sunrise.
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Palm’s Fish Camp
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Palm Valley Outdoors
PVO Lots of water activity outside
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Barbara Jeans
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Valley Smoke
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Fine Dining

Marker 32
All time All levels the Best
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Eleven South
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Three Forks
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🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️
🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️(fire pit inside)

Capital Grill
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Medure’s HH (bar area)is best deal-arrive early.
if in booth by window
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Ruth Chris
if in booth by window
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Breakfast:
Beaches Diner; breakfast/lunch
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Palm’s Valley Fish Camp
On the St. John’s River
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Pizza
Al’s on A1A
(⭐️, if in booth by porthole in back)
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V’s Pizza on Canal Street inside view of bar is notable
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Pusser’s Outside
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Reviews are solely my opinion from my experience over the 40 years of dining out. As you know, everyday is different, moods and experiences are personal and that’s what makes them fun.

Ratings are based on a learning curve taking my top favorite places. I am recommending all of the above. The list is not all inclusive… so, if you are wanting more variety.. goggle is our friend.

View: relates to outside, and not to be confused with inside ambulance.
No star, no view to speak of outside

Five star best view of outside
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Food Taste & Service
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Ambulance inside appeal
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How do you choose?
Is view more important?
Then go for the most ⭐️’s.
The food at all is good.

Suggestion, first day in:
Nona Blue High Top or sit at outside bar facing road. Afterwards, shop at Publix, arrive at condo ready to relax.
You are seven minutes from condo.

Bon Appe’tit! I live nearby in the event you need anything. I want you to be comfortable & have anything you need. Overtime, I have added what guests have suggested. Please, feel free to text & or call me on my cell. I would love to hear from you, just let me know everything’s ok, or, if there is something you need. Thank you for choosing 659A Retreat 11. 🏝️🌺 donna🪷. I have added a concierge package as an additional arrangement. It can include stocked kitchen, guests privileges to private clubs for gym & dining, heated lap & family pool, hot tub enjoyment for the most extravagant experience. Simple extravagance is at condo, peaceful, private, and unique.

Property manager

Donna Harla

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking, additional fees could apply.

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets, HOA regs., additional fees could apply.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: An adult vacation, no children, please.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Quiet get away, HOA regulations.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Quiet get away, HOA regulations. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

A Perfect Oceanview Honeymoon Suite for Two

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺?

Yep, See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺 is a short 13-minute walk from Ponte Vedra Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find motor boats.

Does See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺 have a pool?

No, this condo doesn't have a pool.

Does See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺 have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺?

No, See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺?

There is a golf course next to See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺.

See, smell, hear, and feel the ocean in your backyard, just 10 steps away! 🌺 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
This place is absolutely wonderful. The beautiful view and ability to walk straight out to the beach is just one of the reason I would want to stay here whenever I am in the area. The apartment is extremely clean, has beautiful decor, and is very quiet, not to mention one of the most comfortable beds I have slept in. Donna is the ultimate hostess, making sure your stay is worry free. The multiple amenities and extras Donna provides eliminates those frequent trips to the store to get those small things needed when traveling. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect two person condo
Donna has the perfect property for a couple. Very well stocked with beach stuff, pots/pans, coffee, oils etc. Easy access to the unit and Donna always responds so quickly. We’re ready to come back and it’s only been a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply awesome
We could not have been more pleased with our overall stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
PV vaca
All was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas f.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised and more
Donna was the best host you could ask for. The communication was quick and always helpful. The Condo is as good as it gets!! The photos don't do it justice, even thought they are excellent. A quiet neighborhood, right on the ocean, great amenities in the Condo, as I said, as advertised and more.. Already thinking about when I can go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay ! Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Condo
It was a fantastic stay, amenities left nothing out that made it a wonderful place to stay. Just ten steps to the walkway down to the beach. The owner provided us with plenty of restaurant selections. Our favorite was Aunt Kate’s. Ten minutes to a Publix and stores. Overall rating should be a 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Front Retreat
Approaching this oasis, we were greeted by a premium parking space that was closest to the entrance of this amazing property. Entering the living room, we found smart furniture and a 65" TV. Which we enjoyed winding down in the evenings. The king size bed was so comfortable with luxious sheets. (We plan to purchase the same brand for our home.). We noticed how a solid night sleep enhanced our experience. The full kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. By the way, there are shops and restaurants near by. We enjoyed sitting in the adirondack chairs drinking coffee on the lenai while watching vividly colorful sunrises. Just through the glass doors from the lenai, we enjoyed access to a private beach. The ocean sounds and breeze made walks on the sand extremely peaceful. The host was easily accessible and responsive. WELL RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
I cannot say enough about this property. From the booking to the check out - everything was perfect. Donna was quick to supply any and all information needed to make our stay perfect. When we arrived, the unit was clean and neat and everything was just as described. We immediately put our things down that we bought and walked out to the back porch (although I am not sure you could call it that - it was just an extension of the living area) and sat in the chairs and admired the view which was perfect. The first night, we were able to watch the moon rise and we got up early each morning to watch the sunrise. The weather was wonderful - not too hot and not too cold - just perfect. It was almost like we were on a private beach. We had stopped by Publix on the way because, we knew when we got here we would not want to leave so I cannot recommend any eateries. This was a trip for our 38th wedding anniversary - not a "monumental" year but since I am currently being treated for stage 4 breast cancer that is now in my lungs (I went through all the treatment 6 years ago for stage 1 breast cancer and was declared cancer free but it came back one year ago in my lungs), I did not want to waste the celebration. Little bit of downer there but it was the perfect place to be to celebrate an occasion that was special. Thank you Donna for allowing us to enjoy your perfect place. I hope we can come back one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T., Charlottesville, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 3 day stay
We lived in Ponte Vedra Beach for over 20 years and go back a couple times a year to visit friends. We always stay in a condo on the beach in the same area as this one. However, this was our first stay at this particular condo. It was excellent! Very clean, well kept, perfectly furnished and Donna has equipped the unit with everything you could possibly need. The kitchen is well stocked with essentials and there are even beach chairs and umbrellas available. Our only difficulty was with the electronic keyboard to enter the unit. I've used those things many times and never encountered one as confusing and loud as that one when it opens. Once you figure out the system, it's pretty easy to use but not intuitive at all. Be patient when you first get there! I used a few words I'm not proud of. Regardless, I would highly recommend this unit and we will certainly be booking it on a future trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Liked: Cleanliness
March honeymoon
Nice honeymoon location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Getaway
This condo is literally steps away from the beach and can be enjoyed from the sofa or back porch! Clean, quiet, and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing
A wonderful stay at this beautiful condo located on the Oceanside. Amazing sunrises and a beautiful beach for our early morning walks. Spent every evening sitting in the lanai enjoying the sound of the surf looking out at the ocean while enjoying a glass of wine. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront delight
Beautiful setting-Donna was terrific. We’ll be back!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Donna our host always was quick with a response whenever we had a question or a concern.The condominium exceeded our expectations.Truly a beautiful place all the way around.Great views of the Atlantic Ocean every single day.Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mar;y G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brief vacation stay
Everything was wonderful!! Loved the location. The only issues we had was the hallway as getting repainted, new carpet so alot of dust was brought into the condo. And a ceiling fan would have been helpful in the bedroom as it was hotter than the rest of the condo. BUt overall, a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Perfect place for a weekend getaway. Can’t beat the location … steps from the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great vacation
We had a wonderful vacation and Donna made everything so easy for our family. The property is beautiful and in a perfect location. We can't wait to go back and stay again. Anna
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Perfect
This property is perfectly located. Literally 9-10 steps from your sliding glass door to a pier that puts you on the beach. Shopping and great dining nearby. Donna is a superb host who only wants to make sure her guests are happy and well taken care of. The condo is comfortable and nicely maintained. A comfortable king bed is a huge plus! We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation Retreat
This was the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. The location is perfect and the view spectacular. Thank you Donna for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view & condo
This is a gem, hostess was so kind to us as we needed to extend our stay twice. The beach view is wonderful and king bed very comfy. Kitchen is well equipped if you want to cook and several good restaurants very close by. We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alain D.

Liked: Cleanliness
great
great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D., ACWORTH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront
Great condo! The view from the sunroom was beautiful. Donna was an A+ host. I would definitely stay here again! ☀️🏝️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
This is a lovely location right on the beach. The host makes check-in and check-out super easy, and she quickly responds to messages. The patio is lovely with a ceiling fan and glass doors that slide open with screens so you can enjoy the ocean both covered or on the sand. It has easy access to the beach. We struggled not having a ceiling fan in the bedroom because we are used to having it on, but the temperature is perfect so you don’t need it to stay cool. We will stay here again in the future, but will bring a power strip to make plugging in all our electronics easier. But overall, we had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the amazing location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wynette L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute getaway...
My husband and I enjoyed our stay, especially being right on the water in just a few steps. There are plenty of restaurants in the area and we took advantage of the kitchen too! Everything was just as described and the check in process was seamless. I love the privacy of this place where it seemed like a home away from home. The back porch is amazing and offers the best views, our weather was perfect and the water was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023