We have used Home Away / Vacation Rentals for about ten years and we're from the UK.Yet again it was better value to travel to the USA than go to Europe when everything is factored in. We have been fortunate to have stayed in some remarkable properties. Michael's beautiful house is one of those and we had a superb stay.
The Booking Process: Michael is a wonderful host who replied very quickly to emails when we had questions about the property before we confirmed our booking. Nothing was an issue for him and he provided not only information about the house but about the locality and where was good to eat, shop and general activities.
The House: this is a wonderful single level property on a beautiful quiet road. The rear of the property has a dock area with seating racing the inland waterway and we had many morning cups of tea there. The front of the property has large carriage driveway and comfortably fitted our two large SUVs. Within the private wall at the front is good sized swimming pool and more than adequate, quality sun loungers, chairs, tables and more seating under the canopy. Look carefully and there's secure mounting for a lovely hammock.
Inside the house it is HUGE and fully equipped; so much so that when Michael said don't bring towels etc. he wasn't joking. EVERYTHING is provided for guests; all you need to bring are some clothes and food. The kitchen and dining area is massive with a fully equipped kitchen. All the bedrooms are spotless and big; except the master bedroom which is gigantic. The master has an en suite bathroom which I suspect is bigger than most people's bedrooms!
Comfort wise, this property is excellent with quality fittings throughout and I cannot imagine anyone being less than impressed. The beds are all comfortable with nice touches such as mattress toppers. There are countless room fans throughout in addition to good air conditioning.
We were a party of 7; 4 adults, two 14 years old and a 9 year old and we had more than enough space and all had a superb time. In the huge double garage, there are bikes to use, toys for the pool, brollies for the beach etc etc.
Whilst we've done Miami many times ( and love it) this was our first time back to the Gulf coast since 2009 and very first time in Siesta Key.
We all loved it there, thoroughly enjoyed the house, its superb location, a terrific host and look forward to returning there in the future.
Michael, thank you !