While the location of the condo was fantastic--at about the middle of Anna Maria Island and 2 blocks from the beach--and the furniture and interior design appeared new and was comfortable, the missing elements that are typically found in a Florida VRBO rental are a deal breaker for us returning to this condo. I have rented places in Marco Island, Johns Pass and St.Pete and have never had these inconveniences:
1. The beach equipment in the closet was awful. There were only a few small beach chairs that are on the ground and do not recline. One chair is broken. The camp chairs there are not for the beach. Only one working, small umbrella, although there were 3 umbrella poles. The cart was rusted but useable. We chose to trolley to Manatee Beach where you could rent beach chairs--and added expense for our vacation.
2. There was no ice maker as noted on the amenities. Also, there was no cooler which would have been helpful to take to the beach. We had to buy a styrofoam cooler.
3. The washcloths were so hard and scratchy they hurt our skin.
4. As a result of the apparent new floor, the porch doors did not open fully. It was difficult to squeeze through the doors to use the porch.
5. The outdoor space was soggy and wet and attracting mosquitoes. You should look into drainage.
6. The washer and dryer unit has no instructions so I had to google it. Also, we thought it was broken because it would not turn on. The property management company was unresponsive to my maintenance request so we tried another outlet and it then worked. Therefore, that wall outlet needs fixed.
7. Finally, take note that the Anna Maria Island locals are not welcoming. We were literally screamed at by people who shouted obscenities out their car window when we crossed the street and parked at the dog park lot. All of which were done legally. However, the restaurant employees and shop owners were friendly.