This was our first time using VRBO for a big family vacation. We were 6 adults and 5 children, with the kids aged 3-12. All in all this property was good value, especially compared to a hotel, and was perfectly situated for the activities we planned. It is a couple of minutes from downtown CDA and the Boardwalk Public Beach, and 30 minutes to Silverwood and Boulder Beach. There is a large playing field, track and playground directly behind the property that was great for an evening walk with the kids, as well as a few neighbours with backyard chickens which delighted the kids. We had 3 vehicles and parking was ample. The 4 youngest kids brought their scooters and enjoyed riding them over to the playground.
There is no door leading to the basement and we found that voices and footsteps on the squeaky floorboards really carry through the house.
There are only 4 chairs at the dining table so it was not possible for us to enjoy a sit-down meal all together, and even all 5 children couldn't eat at the table at once. There is a table outside but weather did not always make it possible to enjoy it. If group meals are important to your visit, this wouldn't be the home for you.
We had some concerns about the cleanliness (3.5 stars) but nothing that a more thorough clean under all the furniture and within the sofas couldn’t fix.
Overall if you have a large group and want to be close to the amusement parks and the lakes at an affordable price, this would be a good choice for you.