The layout of the property worked well for our group of 2 couples and 2 children. The property was well equipped and we enjoyed the short walk to the beach, pool, and the frozen drink stand near the boardwalk. Check-in was easy, however the checkout instructions did not include what to do with the sheets/towels, thermostat, etc.
There was a fruit fly issue when we checked in - we killed probably 50-60 fruit flies - and eventually set a trap to resolve the issue. The fridge was also showing that the water filter needed changed, so we had concerns about the last time it was changed. The property manager sent someone out to look at the issues and brought a case of water bottles which was appreciated. The mattress in the second king bedroom could definitely use an update as it was worn and the springs were uncomfortable. The barn door to the en suite bathroom in the second king bedroom also does not stay closed and rolls open as soon as it is shut and offers no privacy. The entire property could benefit from a repaint and patching of dings/scratches in the walls.
While we did enjoy our time at the beach, there were significant issues with the home that we would not feel comfortable staying again unless they were fully addressed and fixed. There were multiple "soft spots" in the laminate flooring, the worst being right under a chair at the kitchen table. The soft spot under the chair appeared to be getting larger during our stay, and the flooring in that area was giving so much that the floor boards were coming apart. I'm confident that if we would have jumped or applied direct pressure on the spot, the floor would have completely buckled. The property manager also had the individual look at the soft spot, however they did not indicate what they would be doing to investigate the issue.
The step from the entry into the living room was also leaking brown water along the seam between the riser and the living room floor. When we emailed the property manager about the water, we did not receive a response. The 1st floor did feel damp and had a musty smell when compared to the 2nd floor. My husband has asthma but typically does not have issues, however he had a really hard time while in the property and was wheezing. Our concern is that the entire sub-floor may be water damaged/rotting and we had definite concerns of mold given the leaking water and smell.