Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed in one of the ~12 true Gulf-facing condos. The view was beautiful, but there were several issues worth noting.Cons:• Beach chairs: “Free beach chairs/umbrella” is misleading. Dolce Vita opens at 9 a.m., but to get a first-row setup you must line up around 8 a.m. and wait about an hour. This must be repeated daily.• Cleanliness: Shower stalls had noticeable mold and need deep cleaning or replacement.• Plumbing: Toilets were difficult to flush. Also had a leak under kitchen sink requiring maintenance staff• Noise: Poor insulation; we could hear neighbors above and next door.• Kitchen supplies: Utensils and cookware were very cheap and flimsy.• No extras: No beach toys or accessories provided. This is a nice extra that is offered at many other condos in the area. • Bring everything: You’ll need to supply beach towels, soap, detergent, paper goods, and basics.• Parking distance: Very long walk from garage with stairs, difficult with luggage, groceries, or kids; not ideal for elderly or mobility issues.• Pool noise: Pools were nice but often loud due to multiple guests playing music.Pros:• Gulf view: Stunning and the highlight of the stay.• Beach access: Very convenient location right on the beach.Overall:The view was excellent, but for the price we expected better cleanliness, comfort, and amenities. Between the mold, noise, lack of supplies, long parking walk, and daily beach chair wait, we would choose a different property next time in the Destin/Fort Walton area.