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July 1, 2024
We just returned from a 3-night stay at The Bungalows and it was fantastic. We planned a two-part vacation. The first part was at the Bungalows, and the second part we spent talking about how great the Bungalows was. I did read the reviews and the website prior to going and what I have realized from some of the general negative reviews is that some people just didn’t read the website or the notices and have a different expectation for their vacation. For instance, someone was upset that they did not have an ocean view bungalow, and the website is clear that it is a water view, not ocean. If you look at the website and see pictures it is clear it is a marina/gulf side vibe. They are also clear about room service being an additional charge. Read the FAQ page and the policy page and you will not be disappointed. It was everything it said it would be AND more! Pros: It truly is a unique property that we learned was bought and redone with manicured beautiful gardens, bungalows with white sand roads… it felt like we were on an island. “Welcome home” said the valet as we arrived. They offer you a beverage as you hop on the golf cart limo for your tour of the property and delivery to your bungalow. We stayed in a Garden King and it did not disappoint. It was quiet and intimate and just a few short steps to the entrance to coconut beach. We showered outdoors almost every day and took advantage of the outdoor tub. Super unique. The rooms were always clean and turn down service was nice with the little treats they leave you - yummy. We aren’t big night owls, so we were tucked in by 10pm each night and I can say, I don’t get up early for pretty much for anything if I can help it…but for some reason, this environment was so relaxing that I was ready and excited to start the day every morning at 6am to bike the trails or just walk on the docks and enjoy the serenity. My husband even commented “who are you? LOL” We went in June, and it was not overly crowded…it felt like a perfect amount of occupancy. I can’t say what it would be like in peak season Dec- May, but June was great. I read some reviews that you had to get to a beach/pool chair early, but we didn’t find that to be the case probably because of the season. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating. We stayed 3 nights and probably could have used one more…but we were super happy with the mix of activity and relaxing. We did yoga on the beach (bring bug spray – there were a few little guys nipping at our ankles), we did Kayak, swam out to the water float, rested at sunset pool and Zen pool. We booked a snorkeling trip, and the crew was awesome. Captain (Steve (?) and mate Hallie were great, we chatted a bit with them, and he took us to such a beautiful spot! For my first-time snorkeling, it was perfection! I had a spa treatment, and that facility was really clever with dark bamboo and stone paths to your private massage room. As for the food, I was prepared for the possibili