Home needs TLC and a deep cleaning. The location, however is second to none. We loved being able to step out the door directly on the beach. The sunsets are spectacular. It was never a problem being right next to a public beach access. Trolley access is very close and a convenient way to see the rest of the island.

We loved the location! The deck is right on the beach and was perfect for beach days. This place is great for a cottage style stay with direct beach access. Mornings and evenings on the deck were especially beautiful!

If you are looking for location, this cottage has it. If you are looking for up to date, clean furniture and rust free fans and clean walls and cabinets, it might not be the place for you.

The location on Ana Maria Island and proximity to the beach and water are outstanding. Unfortunately, I didn’t realize that Vrbo passed me onto a giant international rental property management corporation, who I would never recommend based on this experience. They are nearly impossible to communicate with and have not taken good care of this property, which exhibits, rot, mold, and extensive wear and tear. I certainly won’t use that company in the future, and I will be less inclined to use Vrbo. I have had very good luck with another vacation rental booking platform and working directly with property owners because they take pride in said property. I hope that in the future VRBO will be more transparent with who they are representing on their platform.

The location of this property is ideal. The deck is directly on the beach. The rental is small, but met all of our needs.

Step off the deck, you are on the beach! A perfect cottage by the sea. Plenty of towels, kitchen well stocked, tvs in every bedroom and living area, great Wi-Fi, a very nice January getaway! Tim & Pat

Best view & so close to the water. A older home but very clean. Well stocked kitchen.

This small cottage was perfect for our family of 4. Couldn’t have asked for a better place.

Cutest cottage with the best, private beachfront deck and view. I would definitely stay there again.

Because one can walk out the living room glass doors onto the patio and with another step, you’re right on the beach m. To sit on the patio, looking at the beach and waves, is so peaceful!

The location and beach were wonderful, Sunsets amazing! It is a sweet cottage on the ocean!

Great location. You can just step out onto the beach. Great view to just sit on the deck in the morning with your coffee and listen to the waves or in the evening to watch the sunset .

Just steps from the ocean, deck right on the sand. House very well furnished and equipped with all you could need. Can’t beat the sunsets on your own patio each night! Vacasa responded same day to our maintenance call. Very pleased… they even came out on a holiday! Would definitely rent again! Thanks for a wonderful 20th anniversary vacation!

The house is small with some structural issues, needs a washer/dryer and a covered porch, is a bit overpriced for the size, BUT it is ON THE BEACH! Not “steps to.” On the beach! It was spotless, had a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, nice decor, very quiet, close to shopping, and did I mention that it was ON THE BEACH? We had a great time!

Loved the location.Oceanfront was the best part of the vacation.Cottage is located close to many restaurants.Will definitely book again.

The home is comfortable and we love the wonderful access to the beach and gulf.

We love this spot! I have to say I look forward to the laundry room being repaired for use and I wish there was a little awning on the front....otherwise just perfect.

This is our second year at SeaLaVie. The deck with its amazing view is worth it all. The berms on either side of the deck provides just enough privacy to separate you from the many visitors on the beach.

Could not beat the location of this property.

Perfect love shack for my hubby and I. Steps from the beach. Can't beat this location. I want to live there! Thanks so much for sharing. We'd love to come back.

House is clean & directly on the beach. Home is in need of repairs. Problems were relayed by email to Vacasa repeatedly with no return communication from local office at all. We’ve rented from Vacasa in the past with no problem so this was disappointing.

House is clean & directly on the beach.
Home is in need of repairs. Problems were relayed by email to Vacasa repeatedly with no return communication from local office at all.
We’ve rented from Vacasa in the past with no problem so this was disappointing.

We planned our trip 5 days before we checked in. I was worried about it being available last minute, but was pleasantly surprised. There was only 2 of us and it was plenty of room for us. If you had 2 children it would be great too but I wouldn’t suggest more adults since there’s only one bathroom. The cottage was very clean and was supplied with plenty of towels. We will definitely be back.

This is the second year renting this cottage. It is in a great location. Despite the fact that it is not updated much the location is pretty good abs compensates. The price per night continues going up despite the fact that no updating to the property is done which is a shame. The beach is very nice and the house is right next door to the public beach access which gives you a bit of traffic and parking difficulties, but having two parking spots is great.

Very nice place to stay, PERFECT location. A few minor cosmetic issues with the place but all in all, satisfied. Would stay again.

This was our 3rd year staying at Sea La Vie. It’s perfect for our family of 5. The house is always clean and comfortable. Literally a step to the beach! The company is very responsive. The AC quit working and a representative was out quickly to fix the problem. We missed the washer and dryer this year that became unavailable after booking. Certainly hope it’s back for next year! Overall, it was a great trip at Sea La Vie!

We couldn't have asked for a better location, literally steps from the beach! Close enough to the beach, we felt secure relaxing on the deck while the kids played on the beach. Only drawback was no washer and dryer available, which I was not aware of ahead of time. Total bummer having to take time from vacation to go to the laundromat!

If your a beach bum this is the spot. Great deck right on the sand. The house itself was in need of a little tlc but who cares when your right on the beach. Miss this location already.

The old Florida feel and awesome views.

The house is right on the beach!! We had a very relaxed time, didn’t go to restaurants or bars to avoid spring breakers crowd, but the house was very well equipped to make meals that we enjoyed right on the patio facing the ocean!

Let me start by saying that the location of this property is perfect. You are ON the beach, and it’s a beautiful beach. You can walk for miles in either direction. The location made it worth saying here and if the listing was accurate I would rate this home 5 stars. However many of the amenities that are listed are not actually there and communication with the property manager is non existent. There is NO washer or dryer on site. It is suppose to be shared with the property behind it but that property is condemned due to black mold and everything is tore out. There is NO DVD player or stereo. And any communication with the property manager never happen. The actual local manager never got back to us in the entire week we were there! Other people from Vacasa eventually contacted me and settled any issues we had. That being said I would not stay on a Vacasa property again. Again this house has perfect location, it was clean, and functionality wise it was fine for our family of 5. There are no pantry items as listed so make sure you bring or buy anything you need to cook. Only 1 roll of paper towel and 1 roll of toilet paper for a whole week.......so yea bring supplies. Great location, decent house, terrible management.

The location of this property is everything! If you want to sit on your patio and enjoy the beach right at your toes---this is the place. Check in was simple, however, emails sent to the property manager are not answered promptly or sometimes not at all I most definitely would stay at this property again. I would suggest that the MBR ceiling light and fan be repaired as neither worked. Some of the windows could not be opened as well. The property is a 2 block walk to the trolley which will take you north and south on the island. That walk is certainly longer that the one from the patio to the beach!