Our family had a great time at the Mar Vista. We go there every year but this condo has been the nicest one we have stayed in. It was very clean (and smelled clean), the furniture was updated, and the kitchen had everything we needed. Communication was perfect and we appreciated the personal welcome note on the kitchen bar. We would highly recommend staying at the Mar Vista. The location is perfect, close proximity to plenty of shopping, including several grocery stores, outlets, and Barefoot Landing. The amenities at the Mar Vista are second to none. The pools and hot tubs are very clean and well maintained, and the beach is not too crowded and very clean as well.