Our stay at "Peaceful Palms" was exactly that; peaceful. The process of checking in to the property could not have been easier. Enter the code provided by the owners into the front door lock, and you're in. This was really important for us since we arrived at about 4:00 for a wedding that began at 5:00 in Palm Harbor. We were able to get in, get changed, and make it to the wedding with time to spare. This may not seem like a big deal, but it makes it super convenient when you arrive.

The home is in tip-top shape. It is clean and very nicely appointed. Pretty much everything you need for a relaxing stay is at your fingertips. If you like to fish, the canal out back is teeming with mullet, and there are several nice fishing poles in the garage for you to use. There is also a washer and dryer in the garage, which allows you to pack much lighter for an extended stay. We opted not to rent the pontoon boat since we were pressed for time, but we plan on exercising that option during future stays.

As a family with four children under the age of six, we generally find travel to be a challenge. It's not always easy to find affordable options that can accommodate all of us. Even though Peaceful Palms only has two bedrooms, the layout is very spacious, and we did not feel like we were tripping over each other. The sleeper sofa in the living room could remain as a bed, and we still had plenty of living space in the living-dining room combination.

The owners of Peaceful Palms are very accommodating, and they are eager to make sure that every aspect of your stay is pleasant. Also, the goodie basket on arrival was a very nice touch.