First I should start by saying that we were a little apprehensive about traveling during the pandemic and decided that a VRBO home would be the best route for us.
From the very start, I knew that Tina would be easy to work with. Our flights were changed and we has to adjust our dates. After emailing Tina, she promptly responded and our adjustment was made.
When we arrived in Safety Harbor, which is a very easy commute from Tampa, it was dark. Very DARK! The lighting on the street is terrible. Not saying this as a bad thing, but just something to be prepared for. We were highly satisfied with the accommodation when we got in. My travel companion was very happy that it was written in the "binder" to leave the AC set on 77, I was not so happy about that. I think that during summer months, this would be uncomfortable, but traveling in November was not so bad. We also got ready to get into the pool/hot tub but it wasn't working. I contacted Tina and she said someone would be there the following day. Unfortunately, we couldn't use the pool because it wasn't heated that night. The house did cool off some with the use of all of the fans provided. We had a great nights rest.
The next day brought about some sunlight and we were able to see the true beauty of the property. Alligator Lake is so beautiful and peaceful to look at. The greatest selling points of this rental are the location and amenities. It was great having the pool, the deck and fishing pier, the bar- b- que pit, and the back porch with very comfortable furniture. (The hot tub never did start working despite Tina's husband coming over and propane being delivered.) The kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need to dine at home. (Bring extra garbage bags and paper towels.) The bathrooms were large and there are numerous towels. (Bring your own face cloths because there were none.) The living rooms were nice with big TVs. My companion was NOT happy about there being no cable, as was advertised. (This made no difference to me at all.) Tina's son came over to try to help solve the cable issue but was not successful. Unfortunately, the day before we left, the washer stopped working. Had this happened earlier in the trip, it would have been a problem. Tina's husband tried to fix it but was unsuccessful.
Although overall everything is in great shape, the house could use some "editing". I wish I could have put my decorative hands to work.