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GS 302: Ocean Serenity

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Balcony View
Comfortable seating and beautiful accents. - This gulf front living room truly embodies the ideal place to unwind!
Dining Area - Have a meal while enjoying a view!
Pool - This property features a roof top pool with breathtaking views!
Living Room - Murphy pull down bed!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 498.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

GS 302: Ocean Serenity

Gulfside 302 - Ocean Serenity! Simply stunning gulf front 1 bedroom! All-new contemporary furnishings in neutral colors with nautical accents make this unit an absolute gem! featuring incredible gulf views that can be enjoyed from YOUR private third floor balcony!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! Luxurious accommodations in a desirable location, this beachfront dream is perfectly suited for all your vacation getaway needs! Unbelievable gulf front views and fully furnished, this unit is impressive, featuring high end appliances, a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and complimentary WIFI! Gorgeous tile flooring throughout and great furniture. Don't hesitate! BOOK NOW!!! Fully equipped kitchen, two full bathrooms and washer and dryer in the condo just add to the convenience of this beach retreat. A few steps from the uncrowded beach, you will feel comfortable and relaxing will come easy. Whether you enjoy your vacation sitting in your reserved FREE beach chairs or on your private beach front balcony, you will not believe the beauty that the Emerald Coast has to offer!

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed and a queen murphy bed in the living room.

- right on the beach - no obstructions
- GULFSIDE NOW FEATURING FITNESS ROOM!
- FREE WIFI
- FREE beach service
- FREE golf
- FREE snorkeling
- FREE dolphin cruise
- living room beach front
- KEYLESS entry
- BBQ grills
- elevators

Gulfside Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin, it has a rooftop pool area that provides one of the best views on Okaloosa Island. Guests can get to the beach from the boardwalk at the base of the parking area and can use a barbeque grill that is located along this boardwalk as well.

All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package:
2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st)
1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from
* WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course
* REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle
* EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp
* SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay
1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st)
* Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus
* Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster
1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus
1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide

**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does GS 302: Ocean Serenity have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at GS 302: Ocean Serenity?

As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GS 302: Ocean Serenity on 8 July 2026 start from AU$474, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is GS 302: Ocean Serenity pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at GS 302: Ocean Serenity?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GS 302: Ocean Serenity?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GS 302: Ocean Serenity?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GS 302: Ocean Serenity located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo, amazing view. We really enjoyed our stay, nice quiet 15-unit building. The condo was spotless, super easy to check in and out. Our host was great with communication; responses were communicated timely. The daily free activities provided with our stay were awesome.
Sunrise view from condo
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful condo and amazing view. It’s great to know the quiet setting, easy check-in and check-out, and cleanliness all met your expectations. We’re also glad you took advantage of the daily free activities and found communication timely and helpful. We’d love to host you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Great Beach Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 3rd year renting this unit (unfortunately it's booked for next year). We just love this place ! It's perfectly located , clean and quite. There is covered parking if you desire that. As always the case with rentals of this nature the furniture is either too soft or too hard lol. Any questions or problems Brooks and shorey are on it quickly.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2026
Three years in a row! Thank you for the wonderful review and for being a part of the Brooks and Shorey family. We take pride in our quick service, so it's great to hear our team was on top of things. We appreciate your feedback regarding the furniture and will pass it along. Hopefully, we can host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

It really was a nice little place to stay. The view from the room was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for taking time to review your stay with us. We are beyond thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time and loved your room. We hope you come back again soon and utilize your repeat guest discount with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Celebration

Great stay. Property was as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2024
Thanks so much for the stellar review! When you are ready to visit the area again, please don't forget to mention our return guest discount!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get a way

We spent a couple days here after my mom passed away and it was good to just unwind and just be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you for staying with us and for your review. We are happy that this location was waht you needed it to be.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Getaway

Wonderful condo right on the beach! We were able to enjoy quiet time together away from others. The beach wasn’t crowded and the free beach chairs were a great perk! The condo was beautiful, comfortable king size bed and all the amenities we needed for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thanks for sharing your review with us! We too, love this fantastic unit, Gulfside #302!! Perfect for a relaxing getaway and a perfect Thanksgiving! Thanks for choosing to spend your time with us! Hope to see you back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and comfortable place furnished with everything needed.

The whole process is well organized and simple. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a feedback on your stay we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again very soon .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed this condo so much! Hope to book it again in the years to come!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you for your review! We look forward to hosting you again and applying your returning guest discount!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cleanliness

The whole experience was wonderful. Great service, great condo and great weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay so much! We look forward to seeing you back again soon, and remember your return guest discount.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very convenient to the beach! Quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review! We are so thrilled to know your stay with us at GS 302 was just what you needed to enjoy a relaxing getaway to the sound of the waves! We hope to see you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Anniversary vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic stay. The view of the ocean was beautiful and being only steps from the beach made it even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review we are elated to hear about your fantastic stay we sure hope to see you again in the beautiful Emerald Coast!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luther P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Awsome
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank your for review! So glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! Hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

Great Stay!

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 was our second time staying at Gulfside 302.The condo was as described. Beautiful view and super clean. We appreciated the opportunity to check in 2 hours early. Can't wait to come back next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
We are so happy to hear about your stay with us! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stormy weather

Spent a lot of time in condo due to stormy weather. Very nice place and just as described. Great location. We were shopping for a bay boat and location was central to several dealers and private sellers in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback.. We hope you visit us again .. Please call us to take advantage of your return guest discount
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Worth the Money!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was beautiful! Well equipped with everything we needed (except a blow dryer). Our vacation was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are glad you were so adequately accommodated during your vacation at the Gulfside 302. Thank you for being our guest we hope to see you back for more beach therapy!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The location was great, the rental was spacious. The rooftop pool was wonderful. Our unit had a Murphy bed which was a big hit with the kids. The check-in and out process was simple and hassle free. The only mild inconveniences at the time of our visit was the elevator not working for a short time, and the smell of our rental when we first arrived. The staff was responsive and friendly. Overall a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us at Gulfside, especially the awesome rooftop pool. We sincerely apologize about the elevator as that is the HOA's responsibility and is unfortunately out of our hands. We hope you come back back and see us, Okaloosa Island awaits you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

5

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a very well equipped kitchen and everything was clean and in order, we really enjoyed our stay except for the weather but you could not have changed that lol!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay & we do offer a return guest discount if you decide to book again with us in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean room, great location.

Me and my husband went to celebrate our anniversary and we had the best time. We wanted to stay in a small condo with not as many people and we were completely satisfied. Easy beach access and the location is great. We were not right in the middle of town, but close enough that everything was easily 5 or so minutes away. Our room was spotless and check-in/check-out was super easy with great instructions. The listing was spot-on accurate and there were no surprises. We also had Alexa equipped in our room and we could ask anything from pool codes to where were the best places to eat. Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Good afternoon! We are so pleased to hear that you had such a wonderful stay with us for your anniversary. We look forward to seeing you back again soon and remember your return guest discount.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Release

This had to be the place i needed to go to, to really relax, I was just in Ahh. I loved it all. Oh might get a new bed, the blocks under the bed you can feel threw the bed. Other then that, i have no complaints
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Much needed relaxing mini vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was clean and well stocked with everything we needed for a wonderful weekend getaway. It was close to great restaurants and shops. The best part was easy access to the beach and the view from balcony. We were late arrival and our vacation package info was easy to pickup with access code at office. We hope to come back to Ft Walton and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
No other place on the Gulf Coast provides the combination of luxury and relaxing community feel as OKALOOSA ISLAND in Fort Walton Beach. With its natural beauty, this is truly a place where you can relax and unwind. THANK YOU for your comments on your LATE ARRIVAL check-in, we appreciate you pointing out the ease of which you can collect your info for the evening you arrive, to get you to and into your condo for the evening. Fort Walton provides everything Destin and Panama City do, only at a LESS CROWDED pace. It's great to not have to fight the horrible traffic that backs up sometimes. Your feedback is sincerely appreciated, we hope to have you back again as a repeat guest for another quick weekend getaway, if not longer!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Great time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the stay and the condo. It was very clean when we arrived and had everything we needed other than we would have liked more options on the TVs. (although we didn't watch much) The chair and umbrella was a great perk. Loved the roof top pool. The outside of building doors etc could use some painting just as a first impression
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you greatly for visiting our beautiful Emerald Coast. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed Gulfside 302, this is a lovely one bedroom condo right on the Gulf. We appreciate your business and we hope to have you back very soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

First Timer And Will Be Back For Sure !!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our unit was very nice , super clean and in what I consider an ideal location. The unit was very clean, the Brooks and Shorey Staff was extremely helpful and available. We did need maintenance for a minor problem and Mike was super professional and genuinely a nice guy. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next stay. Thank you Brooks and Shorey and Gulfside 302 owner for a great experience!!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2024
We are so ecstatic you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for all your lovely feedback. We are glad Mike was able to fix the maintenance issue for you and we cannot wait to host you again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Labor Day weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very clean well nicely done the kitchen had everything one would need best of all were the views and the proximity to the beach It was perfect. I have one suggestion. The book with things to do. We didn't find it under the tv stand until the last day. Maybe it would be better displayed on the kitchen table to see when you first come in the condo.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We just love this one bedroom condo at the Gulfside. Beautiful and PRIVATE making for a peaceful and relaxing beach vacation-this is what this condo has to offer!! We are simply thrilled that you enjoyed your stay here as it really is everything you say it is. The views are really what you come for and this condo is absolutely not lacking on views. Your five star ratings say everything and we're sincerely grateful to you for staying through Brooks and Shorey Resorts. Please call us directly to book your next stay at the Gulfside in unit 302 so we can make sure your return guest discount gets applied!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Tulsa, Oklahoma

Mini beach get away

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was exactly as advertised. Clean and well stocked. New kitchen coffee makers, plenty of kitchenware and towels. Condo was fantastic. Building has issues!! Elevators only work half the time and will never come to the 7th or 3rd floors. There was an alarm going off loudly in the lobby the entire time we were there. Took pictures and sent to property management several times, no one came out. Lock on pool gate does not always accept codes. Got locked inside pool with other guests. Finally box opened gate.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed unit 302. We apologize for the issues you experienced with the building. We did inform the HOA about the alarm but we will reach out to them again with these concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Cleanliness, View...all terrific!

This property was fabulous! The location is perfect to just walk right out to your chairs and sit for the rest of the day. It was spotless and very tastefully decorated. The kitchen was well-equipped, but we didn't cook at all while there. We love this beach as there aren't high rises and it's a pretty easy drive over the bridge to Destin restaurants. HIGHLY recommend Boshamp's for fresh seafood! We make regular trips to the many beaches and this location and the condo itself would be on our top 5 for us as a couple within the 7 hour drive from home. The *only* improvement I could recommend is the lighting in the master bedroom. It's so very dark in there, which is just where the bedroom is location with no real windows. But, just changing the lighting to a more natural bulb instead of the harsh LED bulb would soften it up more...or just lamps on the side tables.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and WOW...what a review!! Super happy to hear this condo made your TOP 5!! We will pass your recommendations on to the owners and hope to see you back next year and please keep in mind we do offer our returning guests a discount!

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