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CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo

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En la playa
Televisión, futbolito, mesa de ping pong, libros
Televisión, futbolito, mesa de ping pong, libros
Exterior
Una piscina techada, una piscina climatizada

Opiniones

8,4 de 10
Muy buena

Condominio entero

3 habitaciones2 bañosCapacidad para 7

Servicios principales

  • Piscina
  • Hidromasaje
  • Cocina
  • Lavadora
  • Secadora
  • Wifi gratuito

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CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo

  • This beautiful renovated (bathrooms, living area, etc.) ocean front condo has everything you need for a perfect beach vacation. Step out onto the private balcony to an uninterrupted direct view of the ocean. Enjoy some family time in the spacious living room and enjoy a homecooked meal on the large dining room table, big enough to seat 6 comfortably. The kitchen is fully equipped for a stay of any length and comes with a full size washer and dryer and a drip coffee pot. The primary bedroom has a king size bed and the private ensuite bathroom has a jacuzzi style tub. In the second bedroom there is a queen bed and a twin bed and in the third bedroom, also known as the “Crow’s Nest,” there are two twin beds.

    All of the condos are equipped with private Wi-Fi and have TVs in the living room, master bedroom, and second bedroom. We provide initial toilet paper, trash bags, bath soap, and dishwasher pods. Guests are advised to bring supplementary items if needed.

    Take advantage of the recreational opportunities of this private gated community, including a large oceanfront pool, children's playground, two tennis courts with pickleball court lines, and a basketball hoop. Our indoor amenities include a heated pool, sauna, racquetball court, and fitness center.

    The beautiful, white, sandy beaches are just a two-minute walk from buildings 1 and 2 and a three-minute walk from building 3. The beaches are accessible by car with just a short drive north to the Dondanville Road Access.

    Only a 15-minute drive away is historic downtown Saint Augustine, where there is no shortage of shopping, dining, or fun activities for people of all ages. Check out the town's many historic attractions or hop on the Trolley to see it all on the go! You can purchase DISCOUNTED tickets to the Old Town Trolley and many of Saint Augustine’s attractions right in the main office at the property!

    Saint Augustine has no shortage of kid friendly entertainment! Check out the Alligator Farm or the Lighthouse and Maritime Museum here on the island or head downtown for the Pirate and Treasure Museum or Potter’s Wax Museum for some good old fashion family fun!

Servicios en la propiedad

Playa

  • En la playa

Piscina/spa

  • Bañera de hidromasaje
  • Piscina climatizada
  • Piscina compartida
  • Piscina cubierta
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Disponible en el condominio: wifi gratis

Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte

  • Aparcamiento en las instalaciones

Cocina

  • Cafetera y tetera
  • Especias
  • Frigorífico
  • Horno
  • Lavavajillas
  • Máquina de hielo
  • Microondas
  • Placa de cocina
  • Tostadora
  • Vajilla y utensilios de cocina

Restaurante

  • Mesa de comedor

Dormitorios

  • 3 dormitorios
  • Se proporcionan sábanas

Baño

  • 2 baños
  • Bañera de hidromasaje
  • Bañera o ducha
  • Ducha
  • Se proporcionan toallas
  • Secador de pelo

Zonas comunes

  • Mesa de comedor
  • Sala de estar

Entretenimiento

  • Juegos
  • Libros
  • Televisión con canales por cable o satélite

Zonas al aire libre

  • Balcón
  • Jardín
  • Parrilla de barbacoa

Servicios de lavandería

  • Lavadora/secadora
  • Lavandería

Confort

  • Aire acondicionado
  • Calefacción

Mascotas

  • No se admiten mascotas

Características especiales/accesibilidad

  • Ascensor
  • Alojamiento libre de humo

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Plancha o tabla de planchar
  • Servicios de conserjería

Aspectos destacados de la ubicación

  • Cerca de la bahía
  • Cerca de tiendas outlet
  • Cerca de un hospital
  • Cerca de un zoológico
  • Cerca del océano
  • Cerca del puerto deportivo
  • Frente al agua

Actividades

  • Barco
  • Bicicletas
  • Futbolín
  • Gimnasio
  • Kayak
  • Ping-pong
  • Piscina climatizada
  • Tenis
  • Zona recreativa o sala de juegos
  • Casino en las inmediaciones
  • Ciclismo en las inmediaciones
  • Equitación en las inmediaciones
  • Esnórquel en las inmediaciones
  • Golf en las inmediaciones
  • Natación en las inmediaciones
  • Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
  • Pesca en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas de senderismo/ciclismo en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas ecológicas en las inmediaciones
  • Submarinismo en las inmediaciones
  • Surf/bodyboard en las inmediaciones
  • Vela en las inmediaciones
  • Visitas a bodegas en las inmediaciones

Medidas de seguridad

  • No se ha indicado si hay detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario no ha indicado si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento; te recomendamos traer un detector portátil)
  • No se ha indicado si hay detector de humo (el propietario no ha indicado si hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)

General

  • Alojamiento situado en un complejo turístico
  • Bicicletas
  • Jardín
  • Urbanización cerrada

Propiedades similares

Políticas

Check-in

Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:00
Edad mínima para hacer el check-in: 25 años

Check-out

Check-out antes de la(s) 10:00

Instrucciones especiales para el check-in

Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.

Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas

Niños y camas adicionales

Los niños son bienvenidos.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.

Información importante

Importante

Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión no indicó si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de humo en la propiedad
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.

Información de la zona

Este condominio se encuentra en Butler Beach, un área de St. Augustine en la playa. Aquellos que quieran ir de compras pueden visitar Calle St. George, y también se puede apreciar la belleza natural de Playa St. Augustine y Anastasia State Park. Puedes salir una noche a Castillo Otttis o, si viajas con niños, puedes ir a Mini Golf Fiesta Falls. En la zona puedes practicar actividades como buceo y snorkel, o disfrutar del aire libre mientras haces paseos a caballo y caminatas. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de St. Augustine
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Puntos de interés

  • Butler Beach
    Butler Beach
    15 min a pie - 1.3 km
  • Playa St. Augustine
    Playa St. Augustine
    3 min en auto - 1.7 km
  • Anastasia State Park
    Anastasia State Park
    14 min en auto - 9.2 km
  • Calle St. George
    Calle St. George
    20 min en auto - 12.9 km
  • Flagler College (centro educativo)
    Flagler College (centro educativo)
    21 min en auto - 13.2 km

Opciones de transporte

  • Aeropuerto Florida Regional Noreste (UST): 31 minutos en auto

Restaurantes

  • Circle K
    13 min a pie
  • Starbucks
    3 min en auto
  • World Famous Oasis Restaurant
    2 min en auto
  • Dunkin'
    3 min en auto
  • Taco Libre
    3 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Hay piscina en CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo?

Sí, en la propiedad hay una piscina techada. Podrás disfrutar de piscinas climatizadas.

¿CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo?

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo?

Check-out: 10:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo?

En la playa, este condominio de Butler Beach se encuentra a 2 km de Butler Beach y Playa St. Augustine. Parque Estatal Butler Beach y Matanzas River también se encuentran a 3 km.

Opiniones de CRC 2402 - Oceanfront Condo

Opiniones

Muy bueno

Todas las opiniones que se muestran provienen de experiencias de huéspedes reales. Solo las personas que han reservado una estadía con nosotros pueden enviar su opinión. Verificamos las opiniones con base en nuestras pautas y las publicamos todas, tanto positivas como negativas.
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Evaluación: 10 - Excelente. 23 de 42 opiniones
Evaluación: 8 - Bueno. 10 de 42 opiniones
Evaluación: 6 - Aceptable. 5 de 42 opiniones
Evaluación: 4 - Mediocre. 1 de 42 opiniones
Evaluación: 2 - Terrible. 3 de 42 opiniones

7,8

Limpieza

9,8

Ubicación

Opiniones

Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Patty C.

Colony Reef Review

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 time except for the weather (extremely windy).However the stiff wind kept sitting on the porch comfortable.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Lenore G.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Colony Reef

Colony Reef is a great place to stay! Great beach, convenient location, nice people!
Se hospedó 20 noches en febrero de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Stacy H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Great view!!

Great view of the ocean, great value!
Se hospedó 4 noches en septiembre de 2020
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Leigh Ann T.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Unforgettable

Awesome, perfect, on the beach, quiet, relaxing. Short drive to downtown historic area. Great family atmosphere.
Se hospedó 6 noches en septiembre de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Lindsey J.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
We very much enjoyed our stay in this condo at Colony Reef Club. Some noteable aspects were…The amazing view.The jet bathtub was a very surprise. A bed can make or break a vacation. Our master bedroom king size bed was one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in. All other beds in the condo were average, but the master exceeded my expectation in comfort. We had a few questions the day of arrival and the owner was very prompt and kind in answering questions. The property felt very safe. Everyone was kind and the gated property made me feel more secure. The next time we stay at CRC, we will check for availability at this condo first.
View from our balcony
Se hospedó 5 noches en septiembre de 2025
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Reba D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Spectacular Beachfront Spot

Ideal spot to bring family for sun, beach and swim! Plenty of things to do : swimming pools, hot tub, game tables, tennis, basketball court etc. Our rental was spacious 3 bedrooms unit, full of kitchen amenities with spectacular balcony with table and chairs to bask in oceanfront view for morning sunrise views!
Se hospedó 4 noches en marzo de 2024
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

robin d.

Happy Beach 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: The condo was so nice and clean. Everytime I walked in it, I felt so relaxed. Wonderful beach/oceanfront view. Nothing to say bad. Loved it!
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Bob G.

Pleasant family reunion

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: Property is very serviceable, not elegant. Typical beachfront deterioration for doors, windows and other outside surfaces. Only 1 live roach appeared which is excellent for Florida. Rental price and condition are as expected. I would choose to schedule a vacation to rent 2402 and 2403 together for family reunions
Opinión verificada

8/10 Buena

Dominik D.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Outdated but nice

Entire complex is older but it has nice pool and hot tub, and private access to the beach. Beach is great. Apartment could use some update. Master room drapes have holes, bathrooms in the 2nd bedroom has rust and mold. Kitchen didn’t have dish soap or extra garbage bags. Little thing could make the experience better. Apartment has a wonderful view on the ocean.
Se hospedó 3 noches en agosto de 2022
Opinión verificada

6/10 Aceptable

Sibyl B.

Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación
No le gustó: Veracidad del anuncio

Disappointed

Great view but it ends there. Should find ways to convey rules in a more pleasant way. Felt very uncomfortable with wording and threats of fines and removal off property if not followed. For the cost was very dated and in need of repairs and updating. Would not stay here again. Also supply of toilet paper and garbage bags should be included.
Se hospedó 3 noches en marzo de 2024
Opinión de un sitio asociado

8/10 Buena

Erin W.

Beautiful View!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was spacious with 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. It had plenty of room for 2 adults and 4 teenagers. The view of the ocean from the balcony, living room, and master bedroom was breathtaking! We were pleasantly surprised to find a couple of beach chairs, boogie boards, and an umbrella in a bedroom closet. We had to pack light since we flew, and it was nice to have beach accessories available to use. Overall the condo was clean and the bathrooms seem to have been renovated somewhat recently. However, the drain in the master bathtub was very slow, so all six of us ended up sharing the smaller bathroom in the hallway. The kitchen has a really nice refrigerator and dishwasher, but the microwave and oven were older and somewhat temperamental. We cooked most of our meals in the condo and there were plenty of pots and pans, utensils, etc. I spent one evening organizing dishes in the cabinets because it was difficult to find things. It seemed like previous guests had just haphazardly placed items in cabinets. The feature we enjoyed the most was definitely the balcony! It has a dining table where we ate most of our meals while looking at the ocean. The outdoor area was wonderful. Our kids played tennis a couple of times and we loved that there were books to borrow in the rec center. There is a really large pool with plenty of seating and umbrellas. After about a 5 minute walk from the condo, we were at the beautiful beach and spent a lot of time at both the beach and the pool. The location of the condo was great. It is close to groceries and restaurants, and about a 15-20 minute drive to historic Saint Augustine. Overall, it was a wonderful week at the beach!
Opinión de un sitio asociado

8/10 Buena

LETHA S.

August 2025 stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location & view was great. However,the floors were unclean with locks of hair throughout the condo. The windows were dirty & smudged with hand prints & seen alot of rust around the doors & windows. The front door looks very worn & the sliding glass door in the master bedroom was very difficult to open. The tile throughout the condo needs updating as a lot of breaks were visible. It also needs some painting (ceiling & walls) The bathrooms were upgraded & very nice other than paint needed. Overall, our stay was good but the condo needs more updating & cleanliness.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Joan S.

Beautiful ocean view

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: My family and I had a fantastic stay here at the Colony Reef Club in unit 2402.The whole property was very nice, very clean and everyone was very friendly. We will definitely be coming back, everything was perfect!
Se hospedó 4 noches en septiembre de 2024
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Stephanie W.

We love it here

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 love St Augustine and Colony Reef! The condo was perfect for our needs, and this was the first time we stayed on the "end" of a building where you have a full view of the ocean! The pool is always clean and we look forward to returning soon!
Opinión de un sitio asociado

8/10 Buena

Heather T.

7th year staying at Colony Reef

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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 loved the condo but the ice maker & water dispenser weren’t working when we arrived. I emailed the front office, received a call the following day saying someone would come check it out Mon but no one showed. I called again Tues & was told they would reach out to the maintenance guy again & have him come; no one ever came or called. Microwave also needs replaced as it takes forever to heat anything up. Minor things & we still had a great week.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

8/10 Buena

Laura C.

Memorial Day Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Overall, lovely accommodations. The addition of food trucks was convenient, delicious and fun.Beautiful view. Unit itself could use some updating, dishwasher absolutely needs to be replaced.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Ryan W.

Awesome Place to Relax!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: This was a great place to stay. Amazing view and very lean unit. Will definitely stay here again!
Opinión de un sitio asociado

6/10 Aceptable

Thomas F.

CRC Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Overall, the resort is clean, has beautiful grounds and maintenance, and well informed, and intended staff.I would not rate this as a "GOLD" condominium however based on past vacations, and the fact that we own rentable properties in resort areas in different parts of the country and can compare properties.I would call the unit somewhat "tired." It needs upgrading and updating. I left the staff a list of what I hope is considered constructive criticism, and not just "bitching." Natalie Dehr and others seemed very receptive to discussing what my wife and I found to be issues. None of these were "major" but taken in total, they made for a less than impressive experience. Windows were dirty, the grill was dirty and had bugs in it, the track lighting in the kitchen was damaged, and in fact a hazard with a light having from the track, lighting in general was marginal, with the bunk room literally dark, and other rooms needing more "wattage." The sink and fixture in the master bath is badly scaled and very difficult to turn on and off. Just a few things that if attended to would make the unit much more comfortable and attractive. I can't emphasize enough the issue with the windows. What the CRC has a MAJOR selling point is the view. That is one reason we paid for a 4th (top) floor ocean side unit, labeled "gold." When there is sand and sea spray covering a dingy picture window and master suite sliding door, it is frustrating. I cleaned them. I also left information about the linens, which did not fit the king bed, and the fact that pillows were old, soft, and few--we took ones from the "bunk room" to also use, as we had no one in that room. Just a few things, that wouldn't cost a lot to change, would make this a "GOLD" stay, but it simply ISN'T! Lastly, unless there was something on the TV that I couldn't access, High Definition television is a standard. (We were there for the NCAA BB tournament and the Master's Golf tournamen
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

Debbie Z.

Great place to 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: Our family have been vacationing at Colony Reef for the past 5 years now. We absolutely love it. The condos are clean and the staff always friendly and accommodating. We look forward to coming every year
Opinión de un sitio asociado

2/10 Terrible

A guest from Blairsville, GA

Elevator is always broke

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Don't stay at Colony Reef. The elevator is always broke and you have to carry your bags up and down the stairs. The front office could careless. Save your money and stay somewhere else.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

James R.

Winter Getaway

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: As always, the service, location, and unit was very good. I can't wait to go back again this summer. You can always count on the smile at the reservation desk and quick maintenance for any minor issues.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

8/10 Buena

Andreas M.

St. Augustine 2019

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: wonderful view, beach and water.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

2/10 Terrible

Paul R.

The vacation from ****

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 1985 original owner of #2209 - sold four years ago. Have rented the last four years sometimes more than once a year. This is our annual fourth of July family reunion. We rent three condos. In July of 2016 we rented unit 2304 paying 1/2 rental on 7/20/16 and the other half - on 2/13/17. When we arrived we were told we were in 2402 that 2304 was not available. We specifically rented 2304 so that we would overlook pool and grassy area to watch our grandchildren. The rental office employees were dismissive and defensive and never even apologized to us for this inconvenience telling us that 2402 was a gold unit so is 2304 and that it was an ocean view which we did not want. They acted as if they were doing us a favor by letting us rent a condo. In the 30 plus years we have been coming to Colony Reef Club we have never had one problem with management . We were treated by the staff and manager with total disrespect and in my opinion they need to be better trained in customer service. In light of all the problems we encountered this year we are not sure we will return next year for our annual vacation where we rent three condos. we were very unsatisfied with management and condition of property and as stated above did not think the staff was professional at all.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

6/10 Aceptable

David H.

Thanksgiving stay.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a lovely visit with other family members in other units.
Opinión de un sitio asociado

10/10 Excelente

john m.

our march 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: it was excellent although very disappointing because we could not get this rental for next year. we have been staying at colony reef for 7 years but the new management changed the policy and gave first preference to those who stay longer.