Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property surpassed our expectations in many ways, though there were a few minor areas for improvement as well. Every room was spacious and furnished with exceptionally comfortable pieces. As someone who is very particular about bedding, I am happy to report that the mattresses, pillows, and linens were outstanding, and we all slept soundly every night. The primary bathroom only had a few towels for the week, though we made do (more may have been stocked in the other baths).The kitchen was well equipped with dishes, glasses, utensils, and cookware. Kitchen storage for our own groceries was limited to one area under the island, as several cabinets were locked.We loved sitting on the screened patios without worrying about mosquitoes, and the front porch sofa swing was perfect for afternoon naps!The pool was a massive highlight. The water remained a perfect temperature in late July, even as Tropical Storm Bertha passed through the Gulf and closed the beach for three days. Having a private pool saved our vacation! It gets wonderful shade from surrounding trees, which provides great relief from the summer heat. That shade does come with fallen foliage, especially during heavy rain. A pool brush and a smaller hand skimmer alongside the existing long skimmer would make cleanup much easier, though my husband and I turned skimming into a fun daily game before the kids came out to swim.The location is ideal with a short 3 to 5 minute walk to the beach depending on what you are carrying. My only real critique is that I wish the home came with basic beach amenities like chairs, a wagon, or bikes rather than requiring guests to rent everything separately. Setting up beach chairs through Coastal Beach Chair Rental, which is the sole vendor at the Hickory Point access, was a huge hassle when trying to find someone to set up our chairs each day. It was so bad that they issued a refund.Overall, it is a wonderful, relaxing home, a