This was an adorable, clean, and well-appointed home on a quiet side street in SSI. The home is just over a half mile from the village, and it’s an easy walk via side streets. It’s just a 0.3 mile walk to the beach at the 5th Street Public access point. (It’s also close to the 3rd Street access point.) Noon was a great time to take a walk on the beach with our dog during low tide.
The pictures don’t do the home justice, and the carpet in the bedrooms has been replaced with much nicer gray vinyl flooring. The kitchen has stainless appliances and a variety of dishes, utensils, and cookware. It even has a Keurig machine, but bring your own k-cups. We especially loved the comfort and style of the family room.
FYI - The home is surrounded by trees, and the live oak trees were continually dropping acorns onto the aluminum roof, which got pretty loud. I expect this would occur primarily in the fall, when the trees are shedding. And the trees are everywhere, so you’d likely have the same experience if you stay at another home in this area.
If I had one complaint, it would be the lock on the front door. It’s a keyed lock on both sides, and the lock was sticky with the humidity. It’s very inconvenient to need a key just to lock/unlock the door from the inside. I would suggest changing the lock with a coded entry system and interior bolt that is easier to lock/unlock, and safer for the occupants to exit quickly, if needed.