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Amazing views from wraparound balcony

Beachfront condo with a water park and a fitness center

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player
Close to Gulf State Park, Amazing views from wraparound balcony provides golfing on site, a water park, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AED 312
AED 1,804 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Amazing views from wraparound balcony

Royal Palms Penthouse 1407 is located at 561 East Beach Boulevard in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama.

This incredible corner penthouse unit is sure to sweep you off your feet! With a huge wrap around balcony and wide spanning views this one bedroom, two bathroom has everything you need to make your next beach vacation a smash hit. There is a king size bed in the master suite, hallway bunk bed (for children only please!) and a sleeper sofa in the living room making this unit able to accommodate up to 6 people comfortably. There is a washer and dryer in unit for your convenience. With a fully equipped kitchen, eating meals in is a breeze! This unit has 2 flat screen TVs, a DVD player and WiFi to keep you connected and entertained throughout your stay.

Royal Palms is a beautiful property with lots of excellent amenities. With it’s gulf front location, you will have easy access to the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores every day! There are both an indoor and an outdoor pool, exercise room, steam room and sauna. This property is located near the 1540 ft. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and very close proximity to all of the best dining, shopping and recreation that the island has to offer. Please note there are new BBQ grills on site here. The build has 2 elevators for was of access throughout the building.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: 1 King bed, TV, Private Bathroom
Twin-over-twin bunk bed located at the hallway.
A sofa bed is located in the living room.

Additional Information:
* 14th Floor
* Walk-in Shower
* Beach Service - Perdido Beach Service
* UPDATED SMOKING POLICY: Smoking only permitted in BBQ area
* No Pets Allowed
* Monthly Reservations Accepted Nov 1st- Mar 1st (Contact Staff Directly For Pricing)
* Parking For A Maximum Of 1 Vehicle
***Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $65 plus tax. $150 Music Fest VP

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Amazing Views ~ Family Fun ~ Convenient ~ Huge Balcony Condo
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony Condo
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony Gulf Shores
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony Condo
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony Gulf Shores
Amazing Views Family Fun Convenient Huge Balcony
1169-14528
Condo Amazing Views ~ Family Fun ~ Convenient ~ Huge Balcony

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing views from wraparound balcony have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Amazing views from wraparound balcony?

As of 9 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amazing views from wraparound balcony on 18 November 2025 start from $439.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Amazing views from wraparound balcony pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amazing views from wraparound balcony?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Amazing views from wraparound balcony?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing views from wraparound balcony?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing views from wraparound balcony located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Amazing views from wraparound balcony Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Fall Staycation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 like to stay different places, but will definitely come back to this one. It was a perfect little place with an incredible view and deck. Bender Realty was very easy to work with and had everything ready when we got there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

50th Birthday celebration

Fantastic time! No better way to turn 50 than at the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

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

Up on the roof

Just saw the James Taylor concert in Orange Beach and he played up on the roof. This place reminds me of that song. Beautiful unit needs some more outdoor chairs but other than that it was perfectly clean. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Candace D.

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

Great balcony, but basic unit

Balcony is wonderful, as is Gulf Shores in general. The unit was pretty basic inside. I think next time if I spend this much money, I'll go for a more updated unit with a normal balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

John D.

Winter 2024 guys

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: the sofa was replaced & no mattress pad on the bed. The TV is very small & should be replaced. It is located on a stand that blocks the view of the TV...this has to be changed.

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Great Balcony

The balcony alone would have me renting this property again! It was fabulous. The condo was accurately portrayed in the photos. A great space for a couple or small family. The only downside would be the indoor pool area. It could use some refreshing and the patio furniture in this unit could be updated, with a table to eat on outside and some cushions for the metal lounge chairs. The balcony is huge, and some of the space felt wasted without good furniture to enjoy it. But the view makes up for any minor flaws! I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Trisha B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Out-dated

Old and rusty furniture on balcony along with broken beach gear, mold on ceiling air vents, walls. no broom for sand. Leaking faucet in bathroom, neither shower doors work. Very unhappy with this Condo. Only good thing about it is the view and location. Don’t waist your money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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4/10 Poor

Jason W.

Not so good

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: Let’s start with the positive. The view was incredible, the deck was amazing, we love the Building, when we did send an initial complaint, the company was receptive to send out someone to vacuum and treat for pests. At that point, though, we had already cleaned.The bed was terribly uncomfortable. It is almost impossible to lay on it without sinking into the middle. There were lots of places in the condo that were not very clean. I get that when you rent a condo, you need to bring some of your own things, but only having two trash bags kind of stinks. We were expected to sweep the floor but there wasn’t even a dust pan. Just overall very disappointed. Will not use this property mgmt again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Andrea T.

First trip to Gulf Shores

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The check-in and check-out process was easy. The air conditioner was not working when we arrived. We called the after hours emergency number for Bender and they were quick to send someone out to evaluate the situation and had it fixed by later that evening. The condo is in a great location, right next to the Gulf State Park, which is a less crowded part of the beach. The view from the deck is fantastic (the deck is large), but unfortunately for us, halfway through our stay they began construction and crammed all of the furniture into one corner, placing large construction equipment and limiting our use of the deck to a very small area right in front of sliding doors. Overall, the condo was small for the price paid and in need of some TLC. In the bedroom, part of the ceiling is hanging, and the carpeting in the bedroom is dirty and needs to be either professionally cleaned or removed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

amber h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Needs work, but all about the balcony.

The location of the building is fantastic, right next to the state land, so the beach isn't overcrowded. Also, the balcony is unbelievable! It's such a shame there isn't better furniture to use on it. All the patio furniture is old and moldy on the seats. We had to use our beach towels to sit on. Mostly used the wire chairs, which were uncomfortable, but at least didn't have moldy cushions. It was also not disclosed to us that there is high-rise construction going on adjacent to the patio. It didn't ruin the outside for us, but it was very noisy from early morning until about 4-5pm every day. Inside was mostly clean, but extremely dated throughout. Floor had no signs of sand, including the carpet, which is nice, however, there were spots around the couch where the floor wasn't clean, and the sofa smelled very musty. Bathroom air conditioner vent in the ceiling was moldy and concerning. The windows are so nice to have additional views of the ocean. Showers were clean, and had good water pressure. Great location of trash chute, right outside of entry. Didn't get to use the indoor or outdoor pool, always loaded with people. Very convenient access to beach directly, and handy shower area next to walkway. The view is so fantastic in this unit, it is a shame to not update the unit and make it really feel like a treat! Probably won't stay in this unit again, even for the view, because of the furnishings. But would definitely stay in the building again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

David E. E.

Great week but property needs updating

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 make a couple trips to the Gulf every year and have stayed at Royal Palms numerous times. We love the location of the property next to the state park and the easy access to all of the restuaurants in the area. We also love Royal Palms overall and, in particular, the pool and hot tub, the steam room and the cleanliness of the property. There are issues, however, that I wish management would address. The ceiling tiles above the pool are in sorry need of replacement and repair. Several tiles have been down since at least October of '18 and it looks very tacky. The floor could also stand a good pressure-washing. As for 1407, the westward-facing view is fantastic for watching the sunset and the huge wrap-around balcony is wonderful. That being said, the lounge chairs need to be replaced. They are rusty and have no cushions and I badly scraped my leg on one of them. The interior of the unit is clean but also needs some work. The ceiling fans are extremely noisy, there is no screen in the screen door, the trash can lid is broken, and the internet connection is awful. I also don't understand the refrigerator door that opens towards the kitchen area. You have to step into the hallway to open the door as you cannot reach anything inside if you are standing in the kitchen. Finally, I wish there was more of a security guard presence. The past few times we have been there people have been drinking alcohol in the pool area and playing music, both of which are against property rules. We have never complained about that before nor did we this time but it is annoying that it continues. Another huge concern for me this trip was that people in the unit adjacent to 1407 were smoking marajauna on the balcony the first two days of the trip. THAT should not be tolerated at all. Again, I should have called and complained but as they left on Monday I did not.In closing, I would recommend this property but be advised that it is not new and aspects need to be ad

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The view was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Equality, IL

Cold weekend

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: Love the service from Bender. I will use them again. Love the Royal Palms
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8/10 Good

Jessika G.

Penthouse 1407

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: The location & views from the balcony made the whole trip worth it. We loved being so close to the pier, & the beach by the condo was not very busy. However, the room was a bit of a let down. There are many little things that could be done to greatly improve this room. When we arrived, we noticed the trash can was broken (step-on to open didn’t work). We tried to use the oven, but there was a strong burning smell when we turned it on. More attention should’ve been paid to the cleaning of the room. There were half eaten Oreos in one of the kitchen drawers & the fridge shelves were sticky. Every time we used the master bathroom shower, black chunks fell out of the door track. Also, there was mold around & on the air vents in both bathrooms. The fan in the hall bathroom made strange noises when turned on, & sometimes didn’t come on at all. The AC unit filter needs replacement as well. There are a lot of chairs in the living room area, & it felt cluttered. The TV in the living area is very small, but on a huge shelf that blocks the dining table from being used. The balcony door doesn’t lock, you have to push a bench in front of it to prevent it from being opened. The balcony space is huge, & the view from it is great! However, the chair cushions could use an upgrade or at least the ripped up old ones could be thrown out. We went down to the pool area a few times, & the pools/hot tub were very nice. It’s great that there’s a storage room you can borrow chairs & floats from! We did have to use the stairs a couple times, & the stairs are not clearly marked on the first floor. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the room & rates per night were lower since it was October when we stayed here, so it wasn’t a complete disappointment. The bed and couch were comfy, which was a plus especially after a busy day out! However, we probably wouldn’t stay here again - especially not for a higher rate in the busy season.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

Second stay at Royal Palms

Other than some updating needed with the TV and a couple of cosmetic repairs, the balcony was super nice to have! There was plenty of hot water for all of us. Plenty of bath towels and rags. Good furniture on patio. Wonderful view! Kitchen size was nice. Wouldn’t recommend hallway beds for anyone over 10. We love the location of the building!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jateena A.

Pent house 1407

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Our stay was good. The unit was a little smaller than I thought it was going to be. The outdoor furniture needs to be updated. One of the layout chairs was shredded and mangled. It needs thrown away. The cushions in the chairs were moldy . Other than the outdoor furniture and the unit being small, it was a great place to get away and relax on the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Kadie S.

Royal Palms Penthouse

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: Great condo for family! Beautiful views of the ocean, clean, quiet and fun. This condo is the last one on the strip before the pier so it's not busy. This is the place to stay if you vacation for the beach and don't like crowds.

6/10 Okay

Ben P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

It was okay

It was okay. The TVs are way too small. Electric grill does not work. Sand was in bed. You one parking pass and one extra is 55$ which is absolutely ridiculous. It was okay tho overall may stay again. But for the price I feel like I can find something way better
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Great location

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: Great view!
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6/10 Okay

John D.

Winter 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Good location, condo is adequate. The very small TV that is located behind the brackets of the shelf it is situated on hides parts of the viewing screen & must be changed & resolved. This has been this way for the last 3 years we rented it & is unacceptable.
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6/10 Okay

John D.

1407

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are staying 3 months in this unit from Dec 1st to March 1st. The unit was generally clean upon arrival but had some issues. No mattress pad for the 2nd year in a row. No decent fry pan. Couch was old & springs broken. Dining room chairs stained & soiled. TV small & shelf brackets hinder view-3 years in a row with no change. Couch was replaced by owner. New fry pan, pizza pan & roasting pan replaced. Matress pad provided.
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6/10 Okay

Donald H.

1407

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. 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: View was wonderful.There were concerns with waterbugs(roaches.) It was a reoccuring issue obvious by the previous squished one left behind the plexy glass on front of bar.The cabinet drawers in kitchen are all black and yucky.The bed was comfy and the air worked well. Over all the pictures and description did not depict how small if space the unit truely is.

10/10 Excellent

Johnna R., Richmond, KY

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

Perfect getaway

This condo was the perfect getaway for a few days. The balcony view is absolutely stunning day and night. You have plenty of space to sit in the shade or sun, as well as plenty of seating. As other reviews say there is an access door to the balcony, but it can be locked from the balcony side to secure the condo. It was nice and clean with plenty of indoor seating and comfy beds. The beach is a very short walk with a nice walkway to use. It was also never crowded at this location as it is the last condo before the state park/pier. 10/10 would go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly D., Skyline Alabama

Great location and very clean

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: Everything was as described and it was the cleanest condo that we have rented at the beach. Thanks very much!
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

The Palms, Gulf Shores

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: Rental process was very easy. The building is in a great location. The condo itself needs a bit updating but the view from the balcony was very nice. I would definitely stay there again.