What we loved:
Our family of 5 adults and 1 toddler enjoyed a very nice week at Day Dreamer. The pool had a generous sized wading area, about 12 inches deep, that was perfect for our two-year-old grandson. Water was sparkling clean, pool area and lounge chairs were in great condition. The covered pool room with attached sink, toilet, and shower was good to have. Beach was a short, easy walk. Beach chairs and umbrella were waiting, clearly identified, every day. Plenty of room to park our two SUVs and rented golf cart at the house. Grandson loved the bunk beds. Rooftop deck was a great place to enjoy sunset and watch the stars come out. The house, kitchen, bathrooms were clean and in good condition. Gas grill worked great, as did the rooftop and ground level fire pits. We loved the location, being so close to Seaside.
What we tolerated:
Washer and dryer were too small, and dryer took more than four hours to dry a handful of towels. Only one eye on the gas stove would stay lit. Could not get the oven to work at all (ended up using outside grill instead). The cable box for the TV in the living area did not work (all other TVs worked fine).
What we found troubling:
The only locks on the front and side doors utilize digital keypads that anyone with the code (cleaning crew, maintenance, previous guests) can open. Every hotel room, cruise ship cabin, and vacation home we’ve ever stayed in all over the world has had either a latch or second deadbolt that can only be opened from the inside, for security of guests while present in the property. This property has such a device on the door to the pool area, but nothing on the other two outside doors. An inexpensive, easily installed latch on those other doors would have greatly increased our peace of mind.