Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 4.8 of 5 average
Spring Break 2024
by Marietta GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Absolutely amazing!!! Thank you!
Submitted on Apr 4, 2024
Great Christmas on the beach!
by Salem IN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
My husband and I had a great Christmas at the beach! The weather was better than expected for this time of year, and we had several great beach days. Beachside condo 1 was nice, and the kitchen had definitely been recently updated.
Submitted on Dec 28, 2023
Great Condo
by Lascassas TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Great location, clean condo and would stay again!
Response from Benchmark Management
Hi Ashley, thanks for staying with us at Beachside condo and for providing this review. We are so happy to hear that you were pleased with the location. Thank you for your positive cleaning remarks! we truly do our best to maintain the properties and ensure that they are properly cleaned before and after guest arrival. We are so thrilled to hear that you are already considering to stay with us again. We would love to welcome you for another lovely beach vacation experience!
Regards,
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Oct 9, 2023
Perfect view
by Louisville KY
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Location and view were unbeatable. Unit wasnt super clean, and master bedroom matress needs to be replaced - it was so bad I moved to the couch most nights. Otherwsise, perfect stay.
Response from Benchmark Management
Hi Ellen, thanks for staying with us at Beachside condo! We are so delighted to hear that you were enthralled by the location and the view! We do apologize that we let you down in the area of cleanliness. We have reached out to the relevant team to ensure that this will not be an issue for future stays. We truly do our best to maintain these properties; however we do falter from time to time; as such we appreciate feedback like yours as it helps us to make necessary improvements! We do apologize that the bedding was not comfortable. It is always quite a task to find comfortable bedding for vacation rentals as each person has their preference. We have, however taken your comment into account! We are so happy that despite the aforementioned issues that you were able to have a good stay. We truly hope we can welcome you again for another lovely stay with us!
Regards,
Benchmark Management.
Submitted on Apr 10, 2023
Beautiful oceanfront condo, great for a small family
by Bloomfield Hills MI
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Location was wonderful. We could easily bike into Seaside but were away from the crowds. Publix was nearby, with a gas station and an amazing seafood store across the street. The condo was clean and very comfortable. The kitchen could use some updated pans/utensils but otherwise was great. My only complaint was that the outside of the condo was very drab and rundown- it needs updating. The rickety sliding screen door broke and was unable to be fixed during our stay, which left us unable to keep the door open to listen to the ocean without bugs coming in. The pool was basic and the shared grill was merely an old charcoal grill you'd find at a public park, so grilling good seafood wasn't really an option. Go for the beautiful family friendly, private beach- our kids played endlessly with other kids from the complex while we relaxed.We did not appreciate the $65 charge to enter the condo when we arrived 30 minutes early for check-in even though the condo was cleaned and empty. This policy needs to be looked at by Benchmark.
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you so much for your feedback, Abigail! We are so elated to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Beachside Condo 1! It really is in the perfect location! We will make sure to pass your concerns along regarding the updates to the condo! We do apologize for the inconvenience of the early check-in fee, but to remain fair to all of our guests that is our policy; if you check-in before 4pm!
We do hope to have you back again soon for more fun in the sun!
Warm regards,
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Apr 4, 2023
Great beach trip...
by Ozark AL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
The location of the condo is perfect. This unit is the closest to the steps that go to the beach. It's very easy to run up to the condo for snacks! The unit was clean, plenty of towels and bath cloths. There is a pack-n-play and a booster seat for a baby located in the front bedroom closet. The washing machine worked well. The kitchen had all the appliances and utensils we needed. It looks like this unit is in the process of being painted or remodeled, but not finished. The beds and pillows are BAD! Bring your own pillow and possibly a blanket. This is our 3rd time staying at Beachside Condos, but our first time in Unit 1.
Response from Benchmark Management
Jamie,
We are so glad you had a great time staying at our property. We can't agree more, the location of this property is hard to beat especially with the beautiful gulf front views provided with this unit! We strive as a company to offer our guests a relaxing stay, as well as the perfect location to spend their vacation at, and are glad to hear you had a wonderful time. We're sorry to hear that we let you down with the property condition, and hope to have those concerns addressed asap. We hope you return to us for all your future trips to the beach, we would be glad to have you!
Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
Submitted on Oct 25, 2022
Mother/ Daughter Trip May 2022
by Thompsons Station Tn
★★★★★ 5 of 5
My mother & I had a wonderful stay @ Beachside condo 1!
We were there to celebrate her birthday & some health accomplishments! The proximity to the beach was AMAZING even though the 3 fights of stairs were a little difficult for my mother. Waking up to a perfect view every morning can’t be beat! Tom Thumb & a souvenir shop are right across the street which is super convenient!
Beds were slightly uncomfortable & we did see a few bugs (which is expected when directly on the beach) but every other amenity was perfect! Hope to make this an annual trip!
Response from Benchmark Management
Stephanie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive review, it was a pleasure to share this experience with your family! We send our happiest belated birthday wishes and congratulations to your mother! We're happy to hear you both were able to enjoy a wonderful beachside stay together this year and we would be honored to have you back for many more! We've shared your feedback about the beds and pests. We do have our units sprayed quarterly, but can have intermittent sprays completed at a guest's request if you have any sightings reported to us. We strive to offer a luxury beach experience for all and your feedback helps us work towards reaching that goal every single time. See you soon!
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Jun 2, 2022
Perfect
by Whitefish bay Wi
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Great layout for our family of 4. Beautiful view and great access to the beach. We would definitely stay here again. The only negative is that the pool isn’t heated....but ultimately the beach makes up for that and this wouldn’t be relevant later in the year;)
Response from Benchmark Management
Kathleen,
We are so happy to hear you had a great vacation with your family! We can't agree more, the location and views provided with this property are hard to beat! We hope you choose to book with us again at Benchmark Management, we would be honored to host your families’ future trips to the beach!
Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
Submitted on Apr 13, 2022
Nice condo in a wonderful location
by Lexington KY
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Our family (two adults and four children) stayed here for four nights and had the best time! The location is perfect with being able to just walk out the back patio and down to the beach. The place was nicely updated and well kept, and we would definitely stay here again.
Response from Benchmark Management
Brianna,
We are happy to hear your family had a great time while on your vacation! We strive to provide our guest with the perfect location and property equipped with everything they may need and are thrilled to hear we where able to do so for your family! We cant wait to have you stay with us again at Benchmark Management.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
Submitted on Jan 1, 2022
Great location, sufficient condo
by Brentwood TN
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
We loved this fantastic location and the ease of check in, checkout, and having the beach right outside the door. There is a basement-y smell in the unit we rented. I had to call 3 times about the broken washer, and only on the third call did they say they had texted to tell me it was broken (they had not texted) and that it would be replaced (but not during my stay). I will come back to Beachside for sure, but probably won’t stay in that unit again.
Response from Benchmark Management
Sarah,
Thank you so much for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Beachside Condo 1! We always appreciate our guests letting us know how their stay with us went as we are always striving to become better for our guests! We always try to provide our guests with the best vacation experience possible and part of that is letting our guests know beforehand of any pending maintenance issues at the property before their arrival. We hope to see you stay with us again in the future so that we can provide you with a true representation of our great customer service!
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Nov 1, 2021
Beachside Condo 1 Review
by N/A CO
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
The dryer did not work properly, the floors were dirty, there were dirty dishes in the cabinets, bathrooms were not clean either.
The location was phenomenal and parking was not an issue at all.
Response from Benchmark Management
Sherry,
We are sorry to hear that you found the condition of your rental to be unsatisfactory. We don't show that you reported anything out of the ordinary during your stay via text, phone call, nor email. We would have loved to resolve any issues during your stay had we been given the opportunity; remember, we are always here to help! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service when given the chance. We have shared your feedback with the proper departments in hopes we can do even better on our cleans in the future. We would love to have you back again for the opportunity to provide an even better beach vacation with us at the Beachside Condos. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Aug 31, 2021
Beachside Condo 1
by birmingham AL
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Benchmark was wonderful to work with however this unit is in need a deep clean and updates. It felt “old and dingy” but the location is fabulous. Just a few steps to the beach.
Response from Benchmark Management
Hi Lauren,
We are thankful for the feedback as it helps us improve our properties. We are very sorry for the old and dingy feeling. We’ve already passed along your comments to
the owners and are working diligently to make updates. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope that you will give us another chance to provide you with a great beach vacation.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Submitted on Mar 30, 2021
Family vacation
by Jamestown ND
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
Location of this condo is key! Great setting, close to beach access, and easy access from the road. Code we were supplied didn't work to get in the door. Furnishing was good, but kitchen has little to no supplies. A few pot and pans, but not even measuring cups. No salt, pepper, or any cooking supply. Floor has white paint spill spots all over it. 67 degrees outside and the AC struggled to keep Condo temp below 75. Pool was cold and nothing posted as to pool hours, or access. Location is what makes this place worth looking at again, all other factors do not go above and beyond.
Response from Benchmark Management
Hi Sedric,
We're glad the location of Beachside Condo 1 grabbed your attention! We received no reports of any of these issues during your stay; we would've been happy to help resolve any problems you came to us with. We do hope you'll give us another chance to provide a wonderful beach vacation!
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Submitted on Mar 15, 2021
We love Beachside condos
by Mount Juliet TN
★★★★☆ 4 of 5
This experience was not the good experience we’ve had at Beachside condos in the past.
Response from Benchmark Management
Hi Katie,
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent visit. We do sincerely apologize for any issues you experienced.
We do our very best to be as responsive as possible when it comes to our guests’
needs. We hope to have you again for a more accurate representation of Benchmark Management’s.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Submitted on Mar 12, 2021
Review of Property
by Yankton SD
★★★★★ 5 of 5
It was wonderful. The location was superb!!!
Response from Benchmark Management
We are glad that you found Beachside Condo and your time at the beach enjoyable! Seagrove is a wonderful place to visit. Please came again.
Benchmark Management
Submitted on Mar 3, 2021
Enjoyed Our Stay
by Georgetown KY
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We enjoyed our short escape to the beach for Valentine's Day. Hope to return for a longer stay in the future.
Response from Benchmark Management
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you in the future.
Submitted on Mar 4, 2020
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We have stayed here the past 13 years and we love it here. Very peaceful and family friendly.
Submitted on Jun 16, 2019
Beachside Condo 1
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We had a wonderful time loved our unit and we will be back!!! Thanks
Submitted on May 7, 2018
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We had a great time staying on the beach. The accommodations were outstanding and the proximity to the beach and the Seaside community cannot be beat. We arrived late on a Thursday and the property managers at Garrett Realty had already emailed us with our confirmation information and our door code so we were able to get right in, throw the luggage down and still make it to the beach in time for our first vacation sunset. The sunsets are spectacular and because this unit is located on the ground floor ON the beach, you can literally hear the ocean waves crashing just about 100 yards from your living room. We have stayed at this same unit every year for the past 6 years and we will always go back because it just can't be beat. The owners are awesome and take very good care of the unit and the property managers at Garrett respond to any of your needs immediately.
Submitted on Dec 15, 2014
Awesome
★★★★★ 5 of 5
OMG!! This was an awesome experience. The condo is located a few feet from the beach and the patio faces the water. The sound of the waves at night from the patio door was exhilarating. The kitchen is large, wide open, and completely equipped with everything needed to prepare a beachside meal. There was cable available, however my family and I spent much of the time outside on the patio and at the beach. This Condo is AMAZING!!! We will definitely visit again!!! Kendra and family
Submitted on Oct 4, 2014
Great Job
★★★★★ 5 of 5
We were very pleased with our vacation experience with Garrett in Seagrove, Florida last month. Everyone treated us very well and all was as promised. We were very pleased with the unit that we rented and will look to use you again in the future. Thank you for your help!
Jess Dillon
Submitted on Jun 11, 2014
Girl Beach Weekend
★★★★★ 5 of 5
The condo is beautiful it has everything you need the Gulf of Mexico is 20 steps outside the back door the water is beautiful 2 miles down in Watercolor there are all kinds of restaurants Beachside condo unit 1 the beds slept great we can not wait to do it all again next year already planning my trip for 2013. This place is great for couples, family and and 8 ladies for Girl Beach Weekend!!!
Submitted on May 6, 2012
Great Place for the Perfect Beach Vacation
★★★★★ 5 of 5
This place is in a perfect location with an amazing view. It is located just minutes from the seaside shopping center. You can walk, rent a bike (located just across the street from the condo) or drive to the shopping center. We chose to walk to it and found lots of great shops, a farmers market and plenty of places to eat. The actual view of the beach from the condo is amazing. The water is a breath taking mix of blue and green and is crystal clear.The sunsets are gorgeous and can be enjoyed from the condo's back patio or right inside the living room. The place itself was very clean. Everything from the furniture to the appliances are new, comfortable and what you would expect from a great beach house. Each room is well decorated and comes with plenty of towels (I hate when they don't leave you enough towels). I have no complaints and will be renting this place again!
Submitted on Nov 22, 2011