I never write reviews, but realize this information can help the next renter make an educated decision, so I will list the pros and cons.
Pros: Great location, with grocery across the street and close to Pier Park. Beautiful view and condo is roomy enough for five people. Furnishings have been updated since the photos were taken. Not the cleanest condo, but we didn't experience the bugs others have mentioned. It was comfortable enough, but not as nice as some others at Aquavista. I did call the after hours number twice with issues about the elevator, and they responded promptly.
Cons: Road construction out front can't be helped, but that combined with construction at the property was very inconvenient. We did not know about the construction or that only one car could be parked on the property when we booked or we would have probably booked elsewhere. The main problem was the elevator. We traveled with a relative who is still healing from broken bones and must use a walker to get around. After reading about the elevator issues, I called Sand Seeker Realty the week before and was told that one elevator must be working at all times. The one elevator that did work was so shaky and loud that it was scary every time we rode it. Twice, that elevator did not work or work properly. That was very disturbing because it is not only a safety hazard, but also had the potential of keeping our relative stuck in the condo all the time since she couldn't use the stairs. The elevator repairmen were there at least twice in the six days we were there, but they might as well camp out because it's an ongoing problem. Also, at least twice, the gate to the pool that didn't require climbing stairs, was blocked by construction. If the property was not going to be handicapped accessible, it should have been listed as such. The original listing should have been more forthcoming about the construction issues, so that we could have made the best decision for our family.
