Hemingway House is AMAZING! We had six adults and four kids ages 4, 5, 6, and 7 and this was the perfect place for us to call home! The house is very large with more than enough space for everyone. It is fully equipped with absolutely everything you need. Marlene is a very gracious host. She met us at the house and provided a tour and even brought a supply of coffee grounds and a tulip plant for us to enjoy for the week on the kitchen counter. The pool/ hot tub was awesome for us. We'd come home from a full day at the beach and continue our vacation fun in the pool. The dads and kids all enjoyed fishing off the dock behind the house. We must have said to each other 1,000 times "this house is awesome" because it was. None of us wanted to leave. Word to the wise.... pack your water shoes! You will need them on the beach. Marco Island Beach is covered in tiny shells. It takes a toll on bare feet after a while so definitely pack those water shoes. Also know that there are only 2 public beaches with parking... South Beach and Tigertail. You'll have to get to South Beach pretty early to get a parking spot (like by 10am during peak season) otherwise forget it. Tigertail you'll need to do some walking to get from parking to beach. Make sure to do some research so you're properly prepared. Whatever you do, make sure you watch at least one sunset. Breathtaking! Thanks Marlene and Hemingway house for a fabulous family vacation experience!