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Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!!

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Dining/Kitchen/Living looking toward gulf.
Dining for 8
Livingroom looking south toward beach.
Livingroom w/Roku TV (cable and streaming).
Livingroom

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Panama City Beaches
    7 min walk
  • Carillon Beach
    3 min drive
  • Camp Helen State Park
    4 min drive
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    23 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!!

Park, unpack, step off of our expansive deck onto the beach...RELAX! No elevators, parking garages, long lines or crosswalks to maneuver.

Welcome to Claire's Beach Cottage. You can't get any closer to the beach than this and still feel secluded!! Spacious beachfront house on the west end of Panama City Beach is perfect for family gatherings and friend reunions. Enjoy amazing, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico, get your toes in the sand, watch spectacular sunsets, and make lifetime memories. Claire's Beach Cottage offers all that, and allows you to feel like you are "right at home". The place to put your cares aside and focus on what matters...time with those you love and appreciating the blessings of life!

SPOTLESSLY CLEAN-
We have always prided ourselves with the detail to which we clean and disinfect
our home; absolute cleanliness is a priority. Our enhanced practice provides a multi-step process of cleaning, disinfecting/sanitizing, with extra special attention to high touch areas. Our guests continuously give us a 5 star rating on cleanliness!

AMENITIES-
Our home is just over 2,000 sf with 2 large decks, one partially covered. Parking available for 6 vehicles which includes covered parking for 2 vehicles.

The property features 4 large bedrooms with 2 king and 4 queen platform beds and sleeps a maximum of 12 people; no "nook and cranny" sleeping here. Soft, quality linens in all bedrooms and bathrooms...oh did we mention, we have 3 FULL bathrooms!

Open kitchen and living areas with direct view of the Gulf of Mexico. A fully stocked kitchen includes a Keurig and an automatic drip coffee maker, full-size microwave, 4-slice toaster, blender, crock-pot, hand mixer, electric can opener, an array of cookware and bakeware, and glass-top stove with rapid preheat oven. Plenty of seating available in dining, living and bar areas.

Living room and all bedrooms have Smart TVs with streaming services and free Wi-Fi. NOTE: Please be advised that while we do offer free Wi-Fi, we cannot control service interruptions.

Full size, High-energy W/D, ironing board w/iron. Portable Graco pack-n-play (bedding not provided).

Keep YOUR things and OURS free of sand, as you leave the beach, with a shower and foot faucet (beach level). Also, enjoy the real beach experience with an outdoor shower (deck level) - - private and enclosed - - with HOT and COLD running water.

Our 2023 upgrades will have you wanting to extend your stay at Claire's Beach Cottage. The extra large composite deck, walkway and stairway to beach equipped with solar lighting will be the gathering spot when you've had enough of the beach. There is more than ample space for lounging, socializing or dining. A new polywood table with seating for 6 and a shade from the sun will encourage outdoor dining and sunset watching. At the foot of the deck stairs, you find a large landing with a shower and foot spigot for rinsing the sand off before taking a reprieve from the heat in our updated Florida room.

For those who love to grill, we've added a 256 square inch park style charcoal grill, with a 4-level adjustable grate and a rotating firebox.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...
We are within 7 miles of Pier Park, scenic Hwy 30a, and many recreational activities; yet, tucked away from the crowds. Less than 1 mile away is Publix and Winn Dixie grocers as well as CVS and Dollar General. If you don't want to spend hours at the grocery store to get the house stocked for your vacation, Publix Grocery, Fresh Market, Target and Beach Butlers all offer delivery to your door. Dining options span the spectrum of casual beach side to fine dining, several within walking distance. Many local restaurants also offer delivery. This area is surrounded with a plethora of golf courses, water activities, charter fishing, nature and bike trails in addition to the shopping and dining options. Information provided in Amenities section, and in our welcome package. We also provide a list of eateries and local activities for our guests prior to arrival.

Families have been gathering here for years, first ours with Mother Claire, then countless others...now yours!! Make it happen by booking your perfect beach vacation at Claire's Beach Cottage.

P.S. Find and like us on Facebook: Claire's Beach Cottage Panama City Beach

NOTE:
-Maximum of 12 guests is strictly enforced; no exceptions.

-Attached Rental Agreement is a SAMPLE only. Guest will receive actual Agreement prior to check-in.

Although VRBO provides documentation to travelers for check-in procedures and address, please do not utilize it for your access to our property.  This document is not produced by us and apparently it is not complete in detail, so please do not utilize it for your check-in/out procedures.  The documents that we will provide for confirmed reservations are fully adequate for locating and accessing the property, as well as detail any/all requirements.

*****TO PROTECT YOUR VACATION INVESTMENT, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PURCHASE TRAVEL INTERRUPTION PROTECTION INSURANCE, FROM AN INDEPENDENT AGENCY, TO PROTECT AGAINST UNEXPECTED EVENTS. WE (OWNERS) ARE NOT OBLIGATED OR RESPONSIBLE TO REFUND ANY RESERVATION COSTS FOR UNFULFILLED RESERVATIONS CAUSED BY EVENTS BEYOND OUR CONTROL*****

BAY COUNTY SHORT-TERM RENTAL CERTIFICATE #17825

Property manager

Mark and Tracy Vickers
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby items beyond pack/play can be rented locally.

Events

No events allowed
Contact owner's for exceptions.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No tobacco/vaping products allowed inside house.
Individual securing rental must be at least 30 years old and on property for duration of rental. Exterior security cameras monitor property access.
Grilling on provided grill or on carport are only. Grill must be fully cleaned upon checkout to avoid additional fee of $50.
Individual securing rental must be at least 30 years old and on property for duration of rental.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact owner's for exceptions.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Panama City Beaches and Rosemary Beach, while Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark are popular area attractions. Emerald Coast Mirror Maze and SkyWheel are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 3 min drive
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive
  • Alys Beach - 8 min drive
  • Pier Park - 11 min drive
  • Frank Brown Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack S - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Back Beach Barbecue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Beachfront House on Desired West End of PCB - Just 17 Steps to Sand!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Panama City Beaches, Powell Lake and Paul Brent Gallery. Rosemary Beach and Carillon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Great location! Quiet neighborhood, close to grocery stores and restaurants. Very clean and spacious. We can't wait to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed!
We really enjoyed staying at Claire’s Beach Cottage. Excellent location and the property offered everything we needed to have a great vacation. The owners kept us informed and made our arrival and departure a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home in a perfect location!
Claire's Cottage is an amazing space and this part of PCB is a hidden treasure!! Communication with Mark & Tracy was so easy, they were always responsive and available. The home is perfectly cozy and clean and has everything you could need for your trip. Having the huge patios to enjoy was so nice and the proximity to a perfect stretch of quiet beach cannot be beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Cottage!
Beautiful, spacious and very clean place at the beach. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and 2 amazing decks with a fantastic view of the gulf. Owners are local and very friendly. We had a wonderful week at the beach!🏖️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach
Great place and exactly what we were looking for. Had everything we needed and owners were great. Access to the beach was very easy for the older members of our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this beach house!
Very clean! Only a few steps from the beach. Had everything we needed. Great balcony and view of the ocean. It fit a family of 10 comfortably. Host were very helpful with anything we needed and answered any questions we had. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Our family enjoyed our stay very much! It was very clean, roomy, and had a great view! The easy access to the beach was very convenient especially with the kids! The owners were very nice and helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely be going back! -Kim
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, well maintained property
We were in town for a wedding. The hosts were helpful with suggesting restaurants for the rehearsal dinner several weeks prior to our arrival. I enjoyed meeting Mark and hearing the history of the beautiful house and location. Mark and Tracy were very prompt with responding to texts. Expectations were laid out well. We would return again next time we're in Panama City Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful private getaway
We had a wonderful time relaxing at the beach. You can tell the owners take pride in keeping up the property and having interior spaces that meet guest needs. They are very communicative should you need anything. You can’t get better than the porch view and only steps from the sand! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Great Location
Once again we had the most wonderful week in Claire's Cottage. The new deck was fantastic and the house was spotless. I always feel right at home here as their kitchen is so well equipped (I love to cook!). Thank you Tracy and Mark for being the perfect host and hostess! The Berrys
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Nice beach house Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Marietta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Pace Ever
Super clean, big, huge polymer deck that never got hot to your feet with plenty of seating, awesome sunroom with A/C, plenty of bathrooms but the outside shower was the BEST, large fridge, great grill, 2 huge trash bins that held everything, comfortable beds, TV’s in every room, nicely landscaped, and only 1 mile from Winn-Dixie, at the west end of beach where not crowded at all—a perfectly wonderful place to stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jazz Festival
The House Is Lovely & Comfy. Well Stocked. We LOVE The Beach & Access Was Important. Beautiful Decks With Gorgeous Views. We'll Probably Book Again! Thank You Tracy!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole (Nikki) S., Mattoon, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Trip
The pictures just don't do Claire's Beach Cottage justice. Its loaded with kitchen everything for a big family dinner! Bath towels & pillows are endless! When you walk in it smells CLEAN & FRESH! AND looks just as clean! Unfortunately we didn't get to meet Mark & Tracy but had great communication with them the whole time! Our next family trip to PCB we will definitely book here again. You are just steps away from the beach & ocean. Its wonderful!!!!🥰🥰🥰 We had 7 adults & 3 kids (3&under). Thank you for such a wonderful place to stay with our family! It was FABULOUS! Best place we've ever stayed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best home we’ve ever stayed at!
Claire’s Beach Cottage is simply wonderful, and The Vickers are incredible hosts. From the moment we selected Claire’s Beach Cottage till we checked out to return home, The Vickers stayed in ready communication with us, right down to gentle reminders about garbage days. The check-in process was just as they explained. But it’s the CHECK-OUT process that wins a five-star rating. Who, after a blissful vacation, wants to leave, much less be burdened with “chores” before 10 am?! Well, we were NOT burdened and check out was painless. We even got on the road earlier than expected! In between, we were treated to comfy beds, a great gathering area with plenty of room for every one in our adult group of 7 AND the best stocked kitchen we’ve ever had at any past rental we’ve had at the beach! Each bedroom was lovely, creatively decorated with beach themes and neat as a pin! Great storage and closet space too! The glassed-in sunroom became everyone’s favorite place for morning coffee. It had its own window unit, so it was always a pleasant place to lounge in, even on an August afternoon! The covered parking space was appreciated, and there is ample parking for more than one vehicle in the drive-way. The outdoor landscaping is tidy and serene. It put us in the beach mood the moment we walked through the gate. And just as promised, walking from the back deck to the beach is a snap! Great for when we had to run back to the house for snacks, etc. The outdoor showers, yes showers-plural, made getting from sand to indoors much much neater! The washer and dryer are behind closed doors, so doing laundry was not disruptive to conversation or sleep. The Vickers, we could tell, had gone to extra steps to make vacationing in a new place more accessible…like a binder full of menus of area restaurants to brochures on popular beach fun activities. And this unit is cozy and private, but conveniently located to main roads that took us swiftly to whatever location we wanted to check out. We slept well, we relaxed well, we cooked well! Claire’s Beach Cottage was cozy, comfortable and spot-on for a beach vacation. And we could not have asked for more fantastic hosts. That really was the icing on the cake…or as we say in Louisiana, that was just a little bit of lagniappe - a little something extra - that made our grade “A” vacation into an “A+”! Thank you, Vickers for sharing Claire’s Beach Cottage with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach house. Great owners!
We stayed here a week with our entire family. Perfect location! Just steps away from the beach. By far the cleanest vacation house we've ever stayed in. The owners were awesome, very friendly and quick to respond to any question we had. The house had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks again Mark and Tracy for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have been visiting 30A and PCB for the past 38 years and this was hands down the best stay.
We had 12 guests including 8 adults and 4 children and we could not have been happier with our stay. The location was fantastic, not congested and easy to get to grocery stores and shops. Great middle location for hitting restaurants from 30A all the way to Pineapple Whilly’s. The house was in great condition and extremely clean. There were plenty of cookware and dishes for eating in. And the outdoor shower was awesome!!! So much easier to get everyone cleaned up in a private space before entering the house to keep the sand at a minimum. Having multiple decks and a sunroom for rainy days was so nice. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen and dining area comfortably fit everyone. We have been searching for the “perfect” 4 bedroom beach house for our crew and we definitely found it here. We will be back for sure. And Mark and Tracy were so helpful and gracious the entire vacation. Definitely 10/10 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to return
We had such a wonderful time at Claire’s Cottage! It was perfect for our family vacation. The house was very clean! We loved the porch, balcony, and screened in air conditioned porch! We spent a lot of time enjoying them. The outdoor showers were so helpful and the kids loved using them. It is literally steps from the beach, a dream. We can’t wait to go back! Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay!
This was a great place to have a family vacation. Loved being so close to the beach! The house was wonderful! The owners were so easy to work with and very friendly. We will definitely plan on being back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home and great hosts!
Great beach home! Had everything we needed and owners checked on us throughout the stay! Home was very clean and spacious. The weather was beautiful and we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Claire’s Cottage
We appreciate the fact that Claire’s cottage was extremely clean. Mark and Tracy were very helpful and easy to work with. We will definitely be returning to Claire’s cottage !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House Just Steps from the Beach!
We had a wonderful stay here! The hosts were so communicative and the house was immaculate and well maintained. Plenty of room to spread out inside the house, and the spacious sunroom and decks are such a delightful bonus. Proximity to the beach couldn’t have been better, especially with small children that constantly need to go back and forth. Highly recommend all around!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Stayed here for the week with my family and had a wonderful time. The house was perfect for our family! Clean, great location, great to have beach front. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty B., Marietta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house
This is a well stocked house that had plenty of room for a family of 10. The location is perfect and the beachfront property is beautiful with a nice wide beach. Owners went above and beyond to make sure our stay went smoothly. The screen porch is an excellent addition for taking a break from the sun or enjoying the sounds of the beach at night. The bedrooms are all a good size also. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mark and Tracy Vickers

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Both of us grew up on PBC; one full time, one part time. The beach has been our connection since meeting here in the early 80's. In addition to managing this property, Mark is a licensed real estate agent and I manage the affairs of Claire's Beach Cottage. Our favorite pastime is still getting our toes in the sand.

Why they chose this property

Mark's family has had a vacation beach home since before he was born. His father built Claire's Beach Cottage in 1981, and his family spent many days enjoying of sun and fun.

We manage the home now in honor of Mark's mother...Claire. Known to many as Moma Claire. Her home was always open to everyone and there was always plenty of cold ice tea, meals and hospitality to be shared.

Claire's Beach Cottage is an extension of her home...there might not be cold ice tea waiting, but there is no lack of hospitality. We hope you will come to experience for yourself with a vacation stay at Claire's Beach Cottage.

PLEASE NOTE: This property has been listed on VRBO since 2012. We took over management of our property in 2017 so that we can provide a more personal experience for our guests. With the requirement to create a new listing with VRBO, guest reviews prior to 2017 are not available on this listing. All prior reviews remain with the prior VRBO listing; VRBO will not transfer listing accounts or property reviews when management listings change ownership. We have had NOTHING BUT 5 STAR reviews since personally managing our own property. Also, many of our guests book through a variety of other sources so not all of our reviews are viewable on this site. You can read what our guests have to say about our home and their experience by finding us on facebook at Claire's Beach Cottage PCB. We will also be happy to provide prior guest book reviews also, upon request. We take great joy in providing only the best experience for each of our guests, who we think of as family. We are grateful that the majority of our guests return year after year; a testament to their satisfaction with our property, and a reward for our dedication to provide a welcoming home for vacation memories to be made.

What makes this property unique

Wake up to the sounds soft gull cries as diamonds dance on the Gulf of Mexico....just steps from your beach front deck. Finish your day watching breathtaking sunsets from either the upper or lower deck...if you don't still have your toes in the sand.

The house feels like home the minute you walk in. There's plenty of space for gathering as well as for getting some quiet time. The enclosed sun porch has plenty of windows for viewing as you have your morning coffee or your evening beverage. It's also a great place for families with children to set up their indoor activities or to let the kids have their own dining area.

We offer an fully enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Perfect end to a perfect summer day. Leave the sand, heat and humidity outside, where it belongs.

Our housekeeping takes great pride in providing our guests with a spotless home to vacation in. Our home is CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN!

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