8/10 Good
Natalie M., Lexington, KY
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family vacation
My family of 5 stayed at this property a week in August 2021 and had a wonderful time. I truly think all you need is time together, and this 3bedroom/2 bath, 4th floor corner unit on the beach fit the bill perfectly. Great location! It is about 20-30 min drive from Clearwater, but at a more relaxed pace. Sandcastle's common room had a ping pong table and fooseball table which our family really enjoyed using, even though they are both in need of repair. There is also a snack machine in the common room with books to share and pool bathrooms. The unit we stayed in was well appointed with recently refinished kitchen and baths. It had multiple coffee makers, crock pot, and other various kitchen items that would be needed for your stay. There were 2 hair dryers and ample space to store items brought with you. The owners also graciously have a closet full of beach toys, shovels, and boogie boards to enjoy on the sand. The sofa also turned into a couch bed for additional sleeping, and the balcony had perfect views of the sunsets each evening! I would like to caution that all furniture in this unit has been well loved. All of the beds you could feel springs when laying down and the living room furniture was similar in condition. For anyone with a back problem, this unit might not be for you because of this. We also were missing a fitted sheet in the master bedroom and toilet paper upon arrival. We called multiple times, but never received those items. The technology was also outdated, which came into play when tropical storms came through. There are dvd players and multiple remotes, but it takes a lot of work to get them to be compatible. (my husband works in tech and he struggled slightly). Also, the wifi is pretty weak. These three reasons are why I chose to give 4 stars instead of 5. Also of note, the bedroom with the queen and twin bed has its own entrance to outside that is locked. It could be its only little en suite as a door blocks that room, 2nd bath and laundry area from the main living room and kitchen. If you are going for beach time, this is a fantastic choice! We loved our time together in this sweet vacation spot.
Natalie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021