We stayed at Joelâs place from August 2-9 and had the most relaxing time! The house was very comfortable and clean, everything you need to cook and plenty of bath towels, beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas, linens etc. The fishing poles didnât work, but I contacted Joel and he sent poles via Amazon that arrived the next day. The only complaint was that the bikes are non-functional. There were about 8 bikes and only 1 worked. We were bummed that we couldnât take bike rides. Besides that, we loved every minute of our stay in this quiet, beautiful neighborhood!
The owner provided excellent communication and was very accommodating throughout our stay. The location is incredibly centralâjust minutes from the beach and all the great local spots. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, making it a perfect setting for relaxation. We especially appreciated how family-friendly the nearby places were. Highly recommended!
Really enjoyed our first time in Marco Island. Over the last 10 years we have been staying in Naples for our annual family vacations. This house was extremely clean (thank you), and the communication with the owner Joel was great. We would definitely rent this house again. A couple minor issues. When we showed up the pool was covered with bugs. Joel addressed the issue and by the next day lunch time the pool had been professionally cleaned and ready to be enjoyed. The bikes in the garage all had issues and none were in working order unfortunately. So, if you or your kids want to ride a bike be sure to rent one. Loved the kitchen however the majority of knifes were rusted so I would suggest a new set of knifes for next year. The kitchen sink wets you every time you turn it on to wash dishes. I would also suggest new pillows for at least the upstairs bedroom with the queen bed as they looked a little rough when I stripped them when we left. Last but not least in the room with the two twin beds, the bed closest to the door needs a little tlc. The frame squeaked and cracked every time one turned over on the bed. The house is in a great location and wonderful cul-de-sac. The beach is a short 5 minute drive. We went to several restaurants in Naples but the best was Rumba Cuban Cafe (highly recommend). The mosquitoes outside were awful, they would swarm you. So bad that my toddler had to see her pediatrician yesterday when we flew home. Thanks Joel for the lovely trip.
We had a great visit! Our family of 6 truly enjoyed the property. Really appreciated have every kitchen tool we could imagine- especially when cooking Thanksgiving dinner. :)
Excellent property and location. The house was spotless upon our arrival. Nicely appointed home will all the amenities to have an enjoyable and memorable stay on Marco Island.
Great communication with owner.
This home was very nice and we enjoyed our stay . It was clean, and well stocked. There were enough pots and pans to cook any meal. There was also enough plates, bowls and silverware for a large group if needed. The grill was clean and had gas available. There were plenty of beach towels available. The homeowner checked on us to make sure we arrived and to see if we needed anything. We mentioned that one of the two coffee machines did not work and Joel (homeowner) ordered one and had it delivered the next day. There are bikes available in the garage. My husband and I enjoyed riding bikes to breakfast. This home really is top notch and we would be happy to stay there again.
This was my familyâs second stay in this amazing home! It is well-equipped with everything you need! The home is beautifully decorated and exceptionally clean. The owner is always quick to respond with any questions we had. We rented a center console boat for the week and was able to use the dock to tie up. We definitely will be back! Thank you to the owners for sharing their home with us.
Everything was perfect from start to finish. We enjoyed having a very well stocked home to arrive to. Grocery story, restaurant, pet store, dollar tree, pharmacy and Ace hardware all within walking distance. The pool, back patio area and docked is what we enjoyed most. Kids even caught a few catfish off the dock. Memories were made and we will definitely return to this beautiful place!
This house was spacious, beautifully decorated and very clean. The view with the pool was so nice and relaxing. The owner was easy to get a hold of and helpful.
Beautiful home and incredible hosts! The home has all the space you could ask for, gorgeous back patio and pool with waterfront views, garage was full of all the beach necessities, the kitchen was newly remodeled and fully stocked with utensils. We will definitely be back to stay again, and Marco is a great time. Joel and Karen are wonderful hosts and very easy to communicate with, and check in to check out was as smooth as could be. Great home with great location and great hosts. Would 10/10 recommend!
The location is priceless. The quite cul-de-sac was the perfect location for a getaway. The home was beautiful, with lots of extras. Everything you could ask for to make you feel like home. Joel was very responsive to any questions we had. We will definitely be back.
The home was super clean with a fantastic water view. Loved spending our days in the pool and eating outdoors on the lanai. Perfect location and close proximity to grocery stores and restaurants. Wonderful communication with owner. Very peaceful and relaxing week! Looking forward to booking again soon.
The location is fantastic. The home was quite cozy and well outfitted with all the dishes, silverware, towels and basic necessities to make it comfortable, nice tvs. There was music available in every room which was a treat (and unexpected). The view is very calming and relaxing.
Unfortunately, there were a few downsides:
The front door was a difficulty. It was jammed such that the dead-bolt lock did not open without exerting 40 pounds of pressure on it. It was as difficult to lock every night.
The barbeque was delightful, but there was no propane. We found two tanks of propane on-site, but both were empty.
The pool was very nice except for that it was infested with floating insects! On first day we took an hour skimming it to remove the bugs before we could get in. Next day, after pool was serviced by a pool company it was worse. Pool was something we abandoned because of the floating bugs.
Then came the advertised bicycles... which we feel at this point were a fraud. There were over six bicycles in the garage and ALL of them were useless. Flat tires that did not hold air, chains that were rusted and fallen off the spokes, and some missing pedals rendering them unusable. The bikes were an obstruction in the garage.
We were all quite let down considering that we chose this particular home over two others because of the pool and the bikes, and both were disappointments.
The home can definitely be a 5 star if its management would address the details.
My family enjoyed staying at this house. We loved the pool and beautiful views of the canal. My dad enjoyed fishing off the dock and caught two catfish. We also saw lots of pelicans and other wildlife. The kitchen/family room area was very spacious and comfortable. The powder room with direct deck access was very convenient. The neighborhood was super quiet and nice for dog walks. Public beach access was only 7 minutes from the house. My family would stay here again when visiting Marco Island.
This home is amazing it has everything you would expect in a rental plus more. The private pool is amazing and the perfect size. The house included all the amenities needed during our stay. It is in a central location to all the best dining on Marco. Couldnât be more satisfied with our decision to stay with Joel and Karen.
We really enjoyed the house, lanai, deck and the pool. The house was so clean and had everything we needed - especially well equipped kitchen. The pool was amazing with a fantastic view. The rooms were large and very comfortable, and there was plenty of room for our four-person and two dogs family to spread out. Joel was a great host.
My wife Karen and I love Marco- having vacationed here with our kids for nearly 20 years. We have many friends on the island and presently use it to get away from the cold of MI with our family. Eventually we plan to retire to Marco.
We purchased this property because of the tip lot and view. We like a wide water view and have learned that we can modify a lot of houses but you can't modify the view.