Very nice first time VRBO experience. The owners did such a great job decorating the small room and making it feel like home. They were very quick to answer any and all questions we had. The two ladies that cleaned the rooms were very helpful and friendly. The pool was clean and warm. The beach is so close; just one block across the street. We carried a few beach chairs (provided by the hotel) to the beach a couple times, then eventually found out we could rent the beach loungers and umbrella for the day ($10 for each chair & $20 for umbrella). Loved The Shake Shop right across the street too; went there many times. Small store (7-11 like store) on next corner with lots of necessities, if needed. Gulf Blvd was a bit busy, but has plenty of pedestrian walkways with blinking lights. The walls in the rooms must be well insulated because after our door was shut, we did not hear kids playing in pool or vehicles on Blvd.. Walked the boardwalk behind all the hotels on the Gulf side often. Lots of fun and more dining opportunities on the beach side. Walked to John’s Pass for shopping, excursions, dinner, and drinks.
Suggestions… recommend deep pocket fitted sheets on the beds. Woke up in am with fitted sheets off all corners. Also, better instructions or ease the use of tv options. Kind of difficult for “older” people to figure out. Lol!
Otherwise, we had a great time and we would absolutely recommend BBR to our family and friends. Perfect location and cute boutique retreat!