We normally prefer to be right on the gulf but the scenery of this unit was amazing and very relaxing to sit out on the patio and enjoy in the morning! The short walk to the beach was just right. Everything in the home was amazing! There were just a few issues to note. The wi-fi / network connection to the TV was dropping out constantly while watching TV. There is bright light coming through the bedroom window at night. If you need a dark room to sleep in, this would be a challenge. We put one of the extra blankets over the window and that helped some but was still pretty bright. Lastly, there is significant construction going on right now right behind the wall that the couch is on. They are jack hammering the concrete from about 10am - 3 or 4 pm. It was shaking the floor and it was loud enough that you couldn't hear the TV. If you're going to be home or have to leave a pet in the room during those hours you might not appreciate that. We weren't in the room much during those hours so it didn't totally ruin the trip. But our dog did have to be in the room for part of that time which was not very good for him. Vacasa did offer to move us to another unit but it was our third and last night and it wasn't as nice as where we were so they offered a small refund for our trouble which we appreciated since we were not made aware that the construction was taking place. All that being said, we loved this place and we'd definitely stay here again (after the construction is complete).