PERFECT VACATION AT THE PERFECT VACATION HOME!!!
Submitted: June 2, 2011
Stayed: February 2011
I've been meaning to write this review since I arrived from Captiva because I strongly believe in the value of accurate reviews when trying to find a home for our yearly vacations. We almost were not able to take a vacation this year because of how expensive airfares have gotten but wow I am so glad we did. This was our first time in Captiva and I can't believe our luck in finding this gem of a home in such a beautiful, tropical setting. Going to Captiva is like traveling to a small tropical, Caribean island. It is the most tranquil, peaceful vacation spot we have ever visited. The home is an absolute dream . The owner responded to our emails immediately and on more than one occasion called us at home to answer our many questions, As first time visiters we needed a lot of hand holding and he was up to the task. He sent us information that was useful and informative including where to buy groceries to save money, where the better restaurants are and very accurate turn by turn instructions from the airport to his front door.
After reading all of the reviews describing the home, I already had high expectations but deep down I thought that somehow the reviews made the home too good to be true. WRONG!!! This was one of those rare cases where our expectations were surpisingly exceeded.The home is beautiful and is decorated perfectly for a beach home. The attention to detail was impressive. When you first walk in the first thing we noticed was the fresh clean smell. If you have any experience in renting vacation homes, you know that finding a rental home that is so clean that it even smells clean is a rare find. We are a family of five and were very comfortable in this spacious, well layed out home. The beds were really comfortable, the bathrooms very well equiped with everything that you can think of including incredibly plush white towels and even a blow dryer. Their VRBO ad states that this home is their family's second home and once you arrive the truth of that statement is obvious. They provide DVD's to watch on their High Def TV's, books to read, use of their Net Flix account and everything you need for the beach including chairs, umbrellas, kids toys and beach towels.
Maybe the best thing about the home is its location. Its a minute from the pool and the incredible beach with the restaurants being a short stroll next door to the village area. Bottom line its an incredible home in a great location on a magical island and we will be back next year!!!
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
Did you find this review helpful?
Yes
No