Our stay was wonderful. The house was clean, cool in July, and the perfect size for our family of five. Each teenage kid had their own space to spread out, and the common spaces (kitchen, living room, outside areas) were large enough for all of us to spend time together. Very close to both shopping and the beach access points. We did drive to the beach, but you could ride up on the bikes made available with the house. A walk to the beach might be a bit long and potentially hot depending on the month, but a walk to the sound is close. The yard was well shaded and pretty, which made it enjoyable to read or relax outside in the mornings and evenings. Just a really great place to stay.