Looking for an escape from the dreary days of March in Maine, this home served as a perfect retreat for my husband and I. Mornings and evenings were enjoyed on the screened in lanai admiring the whimsical garden area. We were specifically impressed with the freshness & cleanliness of the home, the brightness of the kitchen, communications from the host Belinda, quietness of the neighborhood and the proximity to the beaches, shopping and restaurants. The location served as a perfect base for our visits to Sarasota. In addition to the basics of home - gas grill, use of garage, comfortable furniture and high speed internet, there were the unexpected extras - welcome wine and charcuterie board, laundry supplies, health & beauty products and the cutest flamingo umbrellas for our use. Although we have had to accept compromises when traveling with our dogs, none were needed here. The best way to summarize our experience is “next year we are extending our stay to four weeks versus two”.