5
Fantastic stay at Sea Trail
We found this vacation property exactly as described in the listing. The owner, Susan was always prompt and thoughtful when answering email questions. Our deposit was returned quickly The condo was very clean, nicely decorated and conveniently located within the Sea Trail property. The spacious two bedroom layout was ideal for my parents, my hubby and I, and our 8 and 6 year old sons. Although the Sunset Beach area itself is so appealing, we didn't spend a great deal of time inside the condo! We did prepare a few meals in, and found the kitchen fully stocked and perfectly adequate for the 6 of us to share a meal. A great variety of paperbacks were available to borrow, and games/puzzles for the kids. It felt as though we were staying with friends! We enjoyed watching the wildlife from the screened porch.
Our boys played their first ever 9 holes of golf on the Maples Course- the clubhouse was right there, the twilight rate was very economical, and kids were free with paying adults. Unforgettable experience for them to share with their Papa! We paid the $80 activity fee to have use of the pool and felt it was completely worth it. The pool area was very nice, clean, and never crowded. The pool itself is large and the 4ft depth at the deepest point in the center made it possible to actually read/relax without constantly having to worry about the kids sneaking into the "deep end". There is also an exercise room, but we didn't have a chance to utilize it.
We had no problem finding free parking at this beautiful beach. Our morning ritual was to get a parallel spot on the West end, I'd recommend the last public access there (can't recall the #) because the wood ramp was wide enough to accommodate the beach cart easily. We'd come off the ramp and walk right towards Bird Island, and set up camp away from the crowd. It literally felt like we had the beach to ourselves. At least once, walk down to the "kindred spirit" mailbox-absolute peace.
Great dinner at Grapevine, loved the restaurant owner! Enjoyed the Boundary House, and my parents relished the early dinner at Gravy. The kids loved Sunset Slush (well, so did I to be honest). Check out the Planetarium - great for all ages! There's a cute, laid back putt-putt establishment at the Sunset bridge. Plenty to keep a family busy without all the commercial clutter!
Susan provided my family the perfect spot for a relaxed, UNCROWDED, no-stress summer vacation!
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
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