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“Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub

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A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A coastal residential area with multiple two-story houses, a swimming pool, and a beach in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.
A sandy beach with a palm tree and a white fence.
A covered outdoor seating area with a round rug featuring a starfish design, a blue table, and a white sofa with patterned cushions.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Navarre Beach, FL
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Navarre Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Opal Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Navarre

A family-friendly stay in Navarre awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find popular places like Navarre Beach and Opal Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 4.5 bathrooms, a patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Bathrooms are shared. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and barbecues. .In proximity to this Navarre holiday home you'll find Pensacola Beach Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Sound - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Navarre Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Opal Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gulf Islands National Seashore - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Destin Beaches - 54 min drive - 59.6 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mcdonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Andy D’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Juana's Pagodas & Sailors Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Windjammers On The Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

“Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub

Welcome to Bay Side Retreat, an elegant four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home nestled within a gated coastal community. Just a short walk or bike ride from the peaceful waters of the Sound and three blocks from the Gulf’s famous emerald-green waters, this beautifully appointed retreat offers the perfect setting for your beach getaway.

With soft coastal décor, rich wood flooring, and granite countertops, Bay Side Retreat blends upscale comfort with a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. The home comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests, with dedicated sleeping arrangements and no sleeper sofa.

The fully equipped gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and ample storage, making everything from leisurely breakfasts to family dinners a pleasure. Its open layout flows into the dining and living areas, creating an inviting space to gather. Comfortable, coordinated furnishings and a smart TV make the living room ideal for unwinding after a day at the beach. A convenient half bath is located just off the living room.

The main-floor primary suite offers a king-size bed, TV, and a spacious private bathroom featuring a soaking tub and separate walk-in shower.

Upstairs, you’ll find a washer and dryer, two guest bedrooms with queen-size beds and private bathrooms, and a fourth bedroom featuring two XL twin-over-queen bunk beds with access to a shared hallway bathroom.

Sleeping Arrangements

* Primary suite: King-size bed
* Guest bedroom: Queen-size bed
* Guest bedroom: Queen-size bed
* Bunk room: Two XL twin-over-queen bunk beds

Enjoy the coastal breeze from two decks with outdoor seating, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing as the sun sets. An outdoor shower makes rinsing off after the beach easy, while a large picnic table provides space for casual family meals.

Community amenities include a private Sound-side beach, an unheated swimming pool, and a bubbling hot tub, conveniently located near the community’s main entrance. Paddleboards are also included with your rental, with a $500 deposit required.

Dog-Friendly with Prior Approval

Up to two dogs, each weighing under 40 pounds, are welcome with prior approval. A $200 cleaning fee applies per dog.

From peaceful mornings by the Sound to sun-filled afternoons along the Gulf, Bay Side Retreat invites you to settle in, unwind, and make lasting coastal memories. ☀️

Beach Towels are provided.
No smoking or vaping inside the home or garage or any balconies

For your Enjoyment & Convenience
We offer a variety of Beach Gear and vacation essentials available to rent, so you can pack less and enjoy more 🌴

🚙 Golf Carts
🚲 Beach Cruiser Bikes
🚲 Tandem Bikes
🏄 Paddle Boards
🛶 Kayaks
🦺 Life Vest (limited supply) S,M,L,XL
🧊 Coolers
💫 Beach Carts
☀️ Beach Chairs
⛱️ Beach Umbrella’s
🏄 Boogie Boards
🪑 High Chairs
👶 Pack n Play
🏄 Skimboards
🌽 Corn Holes Boards
🎣 Fishing poles and cart

Everything you need for a fun, relaxing beach vacation-we’ve got you covered ☀️

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2,554 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

2207-157866

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub?

Yep, “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub is a short 7-minute walk from Navarre Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing and swimming.

Does “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub have a pool?

“Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub has a pool and a communal pool.

Does “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What makes “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub.

Is “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub?

No, “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at “Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

“Bayside Retreat” Upscale Luxury Home, Paddle Board, Dog Friendly,Pool andTub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great experience! The home was beautiful and provided kitchen provisions were great quality and quantities!Plethora of beach toys and chairs - we didn’t even need to bring additional towels. Loved having the paddle boards available and a place to wash all the sand off. Bunk room was perfect for the kids! Would book this location again any day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would stay here again! The house is in a good location with access to a beach on the sound which was appealing to us since we had a small child with us who needed calmer water. The interior of the house was perfect for a family and well equipped. Bonus....lots of things to "play" with were there like bikes, water toys, etc. We could not be happier about our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location. We had a wonderful time and fell in love with Navarre. Only recommendation would be more towels in the kitchen for cleaning/drying larger dishes and hands.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful for family vacation!

Lots of amenities and plenty of room for a big family at this property. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, and renting a golf cart really elevated our experience. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonder Beach Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful beach access. I wish it was easier to communicate with the hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time

We enjoied our stay. Very nice house and convient location. Navarre beach is a lovely place to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Well stocked kitchen, every bedroom has its own bathroom & lots of beach amenities provided. Super convenient to both bay & gulf. Perfect for our family of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Navarre as always

Great property for the price!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend trip

The house was very clean and accommodating. We enjoyed our weekend at Bay Side. The property managers at Navarre Sands were very helpful and provided great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pleasant week with family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Large comfortable space. Nice rooms and bathrooms, clean and well supplied. easy access to bay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house for multiple family generations!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bayside Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experience overall. The house was very nice and had most everything we needed. The location is perfect with a short walk to the sound side and a quick golf cart ride or walk to the beach. Nice to have the community pool on site as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

This house lacked for nothing, Amenities galore! I would definitely recommend you rent a golf cart as it is a hike to the beach with all the gear needed for a fun day. The community pool was small but that’s not what we come to the beach for. We would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for big family

We traveled with 3 couples and kids! Bunk room was perfect for kids. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed (pots pans utensils). Home was very clean! Appreciated the wagon and beach items. Outdoor shower was awesome and walkable to beach or sound. Perfect quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was wonderful, it was very clean and perfect for our multi family group. We appreciated the extra baby stuff. The location was great as well. We hope to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Extended family, 6 adults with 5 and 2 1/2 year old boys, stayed for a week. Great house, plenty of beds for all and the children loved the bunks. Living space large enough for all and well equipped kitchen. Walking to Bay side of property was a hit and we rented the golf carts for a quick ride to the Gulf and restaurants. Loved everything about this place, highly recommend it. Management was quick to respond to our questions.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Stay for a Girl's Trip!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great girl's weekend with ample space for everyone! Everything was neat and clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with a toaster, muffin tins, and a blender. The only recommendation was to ensure the "starter roll" of paper towels is new. Our starter towel was 3/4 used and thankfully I brought a new roll. Also there was no starter trash can liner for the kitchen, but we used the trash bags we brought.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Super Nice Rental for MultiFamily Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is located in a nice gated neighborhood. The moment we walked in, we were happy with the cleanness and layout of the home. The kitchen was stocked with everything you need to cook or grill with, and there is plenty of seating to hang out. We came with a family of 4 and appreciated that each bedroom had its own full bathroom. It had 2 refrigerators (kitchen and garage), so plenty of food storage for large groups. The home is close enough to the beach where it is about a 10 min walk. We didn't use the community pool, since we had the whole ocean to swim in. The owner was super responsive to all of our needs, so we will keep this place in our back pocket for when we return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! It is the most well appointed house we have ever rented. The furniture and decor are very pretty. It has everything you could ever need. The kitchen has plenty of pots, pans, cooking appliances, cutlery, plates, cups and more. Every room is spacious with plenty of extra pillows and blankets. The bunk room is so cool. Big built in bunks that our grandchildren loved. The master bedroom is very pretty and the master bath is beautiful. The garage contains so many things! Extra bikes, beach wagons, beach toys (so many beach toys), extra refrigerator, paddle boards and a kayak. An absolute hidden gem is found at the end of the cul de sac in a beach access to the sound side. As you walk down the walkway and round the corner you are greeted by a beautiful beach area. It was truly gorgeous. Going out of the complex and crossing the road a short way is the gulf side beach access. The pool and hot tub are also good.Our local family joined us one evening for dinner and there was plenty of room for everyone. We are delighted to have found this wonderful house and will definitely stay here again. Thank you Bay Side Retreat for providing such a great house and taking the time to thoughtfully stock your home with everything anyone could possibly need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family Beach Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very 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: First, last and middle - we love the property management team (Navarre Sands Rentals-NSR). We have rented from them for several years now in this same development and area and have had stellar service.That being said, this particular home was not the best experience. The AC struggled continually, even at a moderate setting (75) both upstairs and down. Refrigerator icemaker did not work, and garage fridge was not working when we arrived (it did eventually start cooling). The unit was well outfitted and even had some things I was not expecting and the laundry room is a dream!The bunk room was perfect for one young family with us and it was nice for each bedroom to have a bath. And again, NSR responded immediately and helpfully to any issue we had. I just don't think we would book this unit again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bay Side Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great vacation!! This was a very nice, clean, and well maintained home. There were nine of us and the four bedrooms worked perfect for us. The gated community the house is in, is very nice. The bay was just steps away and the beach was just a short golf cart ride away. Navarre Sands not only manages the house, but also rents the golf carts. We had great communication with Chris at Navarre Sands. He was very prompt on answering all our questions and taking good care of us. The pool was great for the children, well actually we all enjoyed the pool. We usually stay right on the beach where ever we go, so this was a different experience for us. Even tho we didn’t have the beach view, everything else was great and we had decided this was one of the best places we have stayed. Definitely would recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Always A Great Time At The Beach With Navarre Sands Rentals

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 6th year in a row booking with Navarre Sands Rentals. We absolutely love the homes. Never had any major issues with them. Small things that always pop up with vacation rentals. They always take care of anything right away. We absolutely love Diana, Chad and the team. We highly recommend using them! Great lasting memories always made!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

2026 Family Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home!!! They thought of almost everything. Cleaned and well maintained.Its in a great location about halfway between the sound and the beach. Private Unfortunately, I never made by it to the beach and only once to the sound. I took a tumble on the first day and broke my foot. The stairs were a bit of a challenge but once you made it to the top. Oh my! I couldn’t have ask for a nicer place to be laid up. My grandchildren absolutely loved the bikes. Having a bathroom for each bedroom was amazing. We were traveling with our adult children and their families. We had plenty of room. It was a game changer! No issues parking 3 large vehicles either. I would definitely recommend this property!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Happy Travelers

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and amenities of this rental is perfect. We had everything available to us as described. The house is beautiful and clean. We were so close to the ocean and also the sound. We spent a lot of time between the two as well as at the pool. There are so many things to do within short travel distances. There is a wonderful playground and splash pad just before you leave Navarre to come across the causeway to Navarre Beach. We loved Harbor Village and took the kids on the Buccaneer Pirate Adventure. We had a blast at Lagunas in Pensacola. Mini golf and shopping are close. Had such a terrific time! Will return and book this rental again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family friendly quiet beach stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of 3 moms and 7 boys loved this stay. The space was perfect for us, and the kids enjoyed the bunk room. The living and Dino’s area were comfortable. It is elevated, so you need to be able to climb the flight of stairs into the home. The houses are in a line on the cup de sac and many are homeowners, which gives it a neighborhood feel. In that regard , it is a quiet area. Probably not ideal for a rowdy group. The proximity to the back bay is wonderful, and there is a really nice little beach there which offers a beautiful sunset and swimming without the wave action. The national seashore is minutes away on foot and the beach is a quick hop across the street. We walked , but there is parking if you have a load of stuff or little ones. The swimming pool was close and clean. The staff was very responsive and polite. They were very easy to communicate with over text message. We have been taking this trip for 6 years, and we all voted this home our best stay.