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Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

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Marco Island, Florida
  • South Marco Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Marco Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tigertail Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marco Island, FL (MRK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach

The beach is right across the street and other great attractions are just a short walk away from this 1,000 square foot, 2nd floor condo. It sleeps five, with one king bed, two twins, sleeper sofa and two bathrooms.

You’re surrounded by thick clusters of trees, making it feel like you’re living in a deluxe, fully furnished, tropical tree house. Sliding glass doors brighten the living room with natural light. Wherever there’s a surface, there’s a tropical plant, filling the living room with fragrance and color, blending with the cozy furnishings and beach-themed artwork to create a feel of island-style tranquility.

The summer kitchen overlooks the manicured gardens of the Essex and comes fully equipped with all the modern appliances and cookware you need to serve meals on the wooden dining room table or spacious kitchen counter. The appliances include a coffee maker and blender, because there’s no better way to start the day than morning coffee on the tree-shaded balcony, and there’s no better way to end it than sipping an ice-cold cocktail as the setting sun lights up the sky.

The bedrooms come with plenty of drawer and closet space and windows that look out on the garden, so you’ll fall asleep to massaging tropical breezes and the sound of rustling palm trees.

The unit comes with comfort-enhancing amenities, including air conditioning and heating, a washer and dryer, free wi-fi, cable and televisions in the living room and bedrooms. It also gives you beach essentials like beach towels, beach chairs, cooler and umbrella for that short walk across the street to the silken sands and turquoise waters of South Beach, where the activities never end. Stroll along the shore collecting shells. Snorkel in the warm shallow water or just sit back and watch dolphins playing in the surf.

You’re also just a short walk from the movie theatres and restaurants of Marco Walk Plaza, and from Marco Golf and Garden, a miniature golf course in the midst of an award-winning garden.

You can have the time of your life without leaving the grounds of the Essex. Take a swim in the heated pool then relax on one of the sun loungers. Play some tennis or stroll along paths that wind through tree-lined gardens.

So if you want a quiet, peaceful community just a short walk from the beach and other great activities, come join us at the Essex.

Marco Island Vacation Properties® specializes in vacation, seasonal, and annual rentals. Since 1989, our family owned and operated rental agency has been introducing thousands of visitors to this tropical paradise. Unlike other agencies, Marco Island Vacation Properties® doesn’t only hand you the keys to the property and hope that you enjoy your stay. Our guest services representatives are eager to answer all of your questions and concerns relating to your stay. In addition, our recently developed mobile application is similar to having your own personal tour guide, since it provides you with all the information you will need to know before, during, and after your stay. If you still have additional questions, please simply send us a text message right from your smart device and into the hands of our friendly staff!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Marco Island

Located near the beach, this condo is in South End, a neighbourhood in Marco Island. Marco Golf and Garden and Marco Island Ski & Watersports are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Otter Mound Preserve and Collier Seminole State Park. Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center and Rookery Bay Reserve Lands are also worth visiting.
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Marco Island, Florida

What's nearby

  • South Marco Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Winterberry Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marco Island Ski & Watersports - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Marco Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tigertail Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Korals Sushi & Cocktail Lobby - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Doreen's Cup of Joe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quinn's on the Beach - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful condo w/ pool across from South Beach located?

Located in South End, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of South Marco Beach, Marco Golf and Garden and Marco Island Center for the Arts. Winterberry Beach and Caxambas Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA C.

Great Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a really nice stay. There was some problem with the fridge but they gave us a solution right away! Everything was really good!
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8/10 Good

Allison C.

Unit 203 South Week of 3/23/24

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our 3rd time in a row staying in this unit. We stay here due to its location to the beach and food options. The location of the property is amazing. As explained in prior reviews, the unit in general is old, stale. The couch and chair are worn out, the bed is not comfortable anymore, and the TV is old. Some simple upgrades like furniture (bed, couch, chair), carpet and a smart TV bigger than the 20in they have are modest upgrades. The unit price continues to go up every year, but nothing is being put back in the unit, no updates. I guess the other side of that coin is we keep coming back, basically because of location. Last year the response was the owners were going to update the unit, but there were new towels and knives and that's it. I wish they'd invest in the unit a bit seeing that the rates continue to rise, but we keep coming. Looking at other options next year, overall we enjoyed our stay.

8/10 Good

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Too old and dated

The location was great. We were able to walk to the beach every day. However the condo although very clean is worn out and dated and we will not return.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Debbie B., Solomons, MD

Relaxing stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We prefer to stay on Marco Island in this area of S Collier. Short walk to beach access, easy walk to Marco Walk “mall” where there is multiple restaurants, boutique shopping & movie. This Essex unit is a little dated compared to others BUT is extremely clean and comfortable. The unit is well stocked with all linens, kitchen tools/accessories and beach items. Only recommendation to the owner is update the master bed mattress and the only reason for 4 out of 5 rating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, would definitely return to this unit, and recommend to others.
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10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Our second stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very quiet location near the beach with an easy 7 minute walk to the sand or 10 minutes to some very nice restaurants. We enjoy the Tommy Bahama beach chairs provided which allow us to easily back pack our stuff to the beach. Very nice pool.
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10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Essex 203S Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 2nd year staying in 203S at the Essex. The location has to be one of the best non-beach front locations in Marco. For location, it's absolutely phenomenal. The unit is in desperate need of a modern upgrade. From the living room furniture to the beds, and the TV's are very dated. The carpet might need an upgrade in the next few years. Kitchen supplies are adequate. The pool was very enjoyable as well if you can tolerate the scowls from the retired folks when the kids arrive. Overall, great stay mostly due to location. Hopefully the unit can get some upgrades as we left the same review last year.
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10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Clean and comfortable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo is very nice for an older unit. 8 to 10 minutes easy pretty walk to the beach. Unit general condition very good for the cost. Good location for us, easy drive or walk to restaurants and grocery. We felt at home for the week! Thank you for a nice week! Gary and Lisa
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10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

nice place to visit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent! Just a few small problems: 1.one day the water was turned off and we were not notified in advance - good thing we weren't in the shower! (learned later there was a note in the elevator but we never used elevator, so never saw it).2. Screen door was broken. 3. Light bulb burned out in the hallway by the wahser/dryer
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Paradise Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As always, we thoroughly enjoyed our four weeks on Marco Island. This was our first stay at Essex. We are already signed up for five weeks next year in the same unit. Everything was just fine except that the sheets and towels should be of better quality.

10/10 Excellent

Lynette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Great escape for the entire family. The location was great, very close to beach access. The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Doug R.

This place is a dump!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: VERY dirty - Mold on shower curtain, Blood on towels, Blood on mattress. Old dirty pots and pans. Very old Goodwill quality furniture. Fingerprints everywhere. It MIGHT have been nice 20 years ago...

6/10 Okay

Deborah M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a fantastic time

Had a fantastic time. Loved the location: it was super close to the public beach access and also a few stores including a 7-Eleven. People around the property were very nice the area was quiet. We eat dinner outside every night, and enjoyed watching the passerby. We loved the tennis court &the pool. We also went running in Marco Island and loved jogging around the island. It felt nice and spacious for a two bedroom apartment. I would recommend replacing the pillows and the master bedspread.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rental at Marco Island

Great walking distance to beach. Unit clean and well stocked with staple items. Large bedroom and bathrooms with walk in closet. Washer and dryer and dishwasher in unit as well as microwave and toaster oven, toaster and of course stove and refrigerator. TVs in both bedrooms and living room. Loved the lanai.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
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4/10 Poor

mary s., Savannah, GA

Unit needs updating

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Essex itself is nice location, quiet , short walk to the beach.Our unit should be updated for the amount of money we paid. Ice maker didn’t work, problems with garbage disposal... Second bedroom ok but master bedding, etc was too old, to used! Mattress cover kept slipping, old pillows!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Peter V., Muskego

Esses 203 Marco Island

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall a great location and unit. Has all the amenities you need
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Another beautiful stay on Marco Island

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Being a second time renter, I was pleased yet again with all of the accommodations. It’s almost like it’s your own home but in the most beautiful place in the world. I love renting from MIVP because everything is available for you. You really don’t have to bring much with you when packing. Essex 203 South is a 5 minute walk to the beach. It makes it so easy. We loved going to Sunset bar for dinner across the street. Of course, we can’t wait to come back next year!
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6/10 Okay

Essex House

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit is a nice size for a family or a couple. The kitchen had the necessities also. I agree with previous posts that the decor is dated but clean, linens and towels a little worn. There isn't a remote for the TV in twin bedroom. The week we were there with 3 kids under 5 they were redoing the parking lot so we were told to park across and down the street after the mgr.? threatened to tow our cars!! The public access fot the beach is near and the pool is clean too!
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10/10 Excellent

Annie R.

July 2019 Stay

Overall it was a pleasant experience and the condo was fine, quiet for the most part and clean. Our suggestion would be to replace the beach towels - most were frayed or so thread bare that there was no point in using them. One towel actually says 1992 on it, time for a replacement? Close proximity to beach and other places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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6/10 Okay

Kathleen H., Chicago, Illinois

January 2020 Stay

My in-laws enjoyed their stay in Marco. Location was key. An easy walk to the beach and to shopping and restaurants. The unit was quiet. New windows are nice. Newer full size washer and dryer Other updates needed as unit is very outdated. Kitchen cabinets and furniture for the most part are old and worn. Old carpeting, towels and beach towels should be replaced. Just getting rid of carpet and tiling would be a huge improvement. 2nd bath floor needs attention, looks dirty. Refrigerator was leaking water inside, ants and several lights and batteries were out. (Ie., clock not working). Some dishes dirty. The light on lanai would light and then fade off within the first three minutes. A better pre arrival check would have been helpful for this unit. I would not book this unit again unless was completely updated. It needs some TLC.
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10/10 Excellent

manuel c., Anna María Island

July 2018 Stay

Estuvo todo muy bien. Los cuartos limpios. Todo muy bien. Lo malo fue solamente la piscina que estuvo cerrada
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10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Marco in March

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: perfect location near south beach and walking distance to shops, restaurants... so overall an enjoyable experience! a few suggestions - could upgrade refrigerator, one plastic drawer was cracked. closet light in master bedroom didn't work. porch rug could be replaced. storage closet by parking needs to be cleaned up. Spot on couch (chocolate?) Red lamp shades a bit outdated. there were 2 new beach chairs in closet but not for us to use. Sheets may have been new, but bottom sheet torn in master bedroom. I hate to complain because I love Marco! - but truth be told this unit could use some facelifts. Property management staff excellent.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Essex property

Clean and very convenient property Could use updated decor and needs new pillows sheets towels and bedspreads Sheets and towels were threadbare
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10/10 Excellent

robert n.

Essex 203 So.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was wonderful. The condo was very clean and all of the amenities we needed were available. One of the nicest places we have stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
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6/10 Okay

Karen S.

Property at Essex 203 south

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property was clean and in a great location Decor needs updating but most importantly linens sheets, and bedspreads were extremely worn and old. Towels were threadbare. Property could be super nice if these were updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Annie R.

Clean and quiet

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A friend and I stayed in this condo the week of July 22, 2019. It was close to the public beach access which was nice. Across the street is the Sunset Grill which we visited a few times. Nice view and food was decent. The condo's pool was enjoyable. Overall, a comfortable stay. I do believe the owner could invest in some new beach towels. A nice place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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