Mini Villa on Madison-blocks from the ocean and steps from the pool

The owner Rick was very quick and responsive to any of our needs. Although we did not have time to use the pool, it did look very inviting and in a nice relaxed atmosphere.

We booked this property expecting a private, relaxing Memorial Day weekend getaway based on the listing description, which repeatedly emphasized privacy, a private retreat atmosphere, pet-friendly accommodations, and access to outdoor amenities.That was not our experience.The host lives on the property, which became immediately apparent upon arrival, and the environment felt far less private than advertised. During our stay, a situation escalated with the host in a way that made us feel extremely uncomfortable and unwelcome. Rather than addressing concerns professionally, the interaction became confrontational and included threats of police involvement.What was especially frustrating is that this occurred after we had already checked in and settled into the property, meaning our holiday weekend plans were effectively ruined after spending nearly 1,000.The property itself may physically match the basic layout described, but the overall guest experience was the complete opposite of peaceful or hospitable. If you are looking for a truly relaxed, private getaway where you can feel comfortable using the amenities you paid for, this was not that experience for us.I rarely leave negative reviews, but future guests deserve to understand that the host’s level of involvement and the atmosphere may be very different from what the listing suggests.

We stayed at the Mini Villa for 4 weeks and could not be happier with the property and our stay. The villa was as described, and had all the items needed for short and long stays. The kitchen was well equiped for cooking and we made many meals throughout our stay. There is a small porch outside, which was great for sitting in the early morning to catch the sun, or eating a nice dinner in the evening. To top it all off there was access to the (heated) pool right outside our door, loungers to sit in by the pool, and the beautifully landscapped yard. We felt like we were in a luxurious resort. Our hosts were wonderful and very responsive. We loved our stay and hope to stay there again. We highly recommend staying here.