Credit where due: the house was clean, well-stocked, and even had Duplo toys
Justin Jones
Credit where due: the house was clean, well-stocked, and even had Duplo toys. Great distant ocean views, deer on the golf course, and a sense of wildlife. But the appliances, carpet, and décor seem Reagan-era, and for nearly $1000/night, upgrades should be expected. Minor annoyances—weak water heater, lukewarm fridge, no A/C, just one old fan—add up given the price. The bigger issue: misleading listing. “Walk to beach” is technically true, but it’s 20–30 minutes on car roads and trails—not beachfront access. “Dog friendly” also stretches reality; outdoors you’re boxed in by roads, drop-offs, and a golf course where a nosy neighbor tattles if your dog or toddler steps on the grass (while locals walk freely). Overall vibe: you’re not at a “retreat,” but an overpriced outsider’s seat in a golf community, trapped between HOA rules and neighbor surveillance. Clean house, yes—but the value and honesty of the description are sorely lacking.