Best Things Nearby:
The very best thing nearby is the beach itself. It is clean, and in February, it is nearly vacant.
Best Things About the Resort:
The best thing about this timeshare is the heated pool and its proximity to the beach. We thought the management was very friendly and helpful. We borrowed the available bikes and rode all around the area. It was located on the southern end of Manasota Key, which appears to be the older end. Further north are a lot of newer and much more beautiful homes and condos.
Resort Experience:
We did not know what we were going to find in Englewood, and were pleasantly surprised by the non-commercial atmosphere of the area. The timeshare appeared to be an older motel looking place from the outside, and our two bedroom unit was a little small, but we found that it worked for us once we fell into a routine. There is only one bathroom, which became a bit of a contention, but when you are on vacation, you can deal with anything. Our unit was on the second floor and we had a great view of the pool and the ocean beyond that.
We had a very satisfying vaction overall because the weather was great, the people were nice, and the area was a very pleasant surprise. The unit was not as clean as it could be and not in real good repair (the kitchen faucet sprayed out the side, vertical blinds that kept falling, and the air conditioning that was ineffective at times). However, we didn't let that spoil our stay.
- Unit Type: 2 Bedroom
- Activities: Good
- Amenities: Fair
- Unit Satisfaction: Fair
- Family Friendliness: Excellent
- Service: Very Good