Shell House is a perfect retreat especially under imperfect conditions. Red tide and unseasonably cool temperatures limited outdoor activity but the arms of Shell House wrapped around us. The interior of the house offers plenty of soft places to land. The front porch allowed us to bask in the radiant heat; the deck required jackets but well worth it since Kim and Alan have a feeder and provide food for the squirrels and birds which were abundant. The first time we took out the bikes, one developed a flat. Texting the owners asking if they could repair the tire, they instead brought us brand new his and her bikes to rideâŠwithin hours. Fresh fruit, chocolates, key lime pie, waters, and wine upon arrival spoke volumes for us. They were expecting us. We were honored guests the minute we walked into Shell House. And Kim and Alan will always be, to us, weâll-respected hosts. Thank you so much!