- 01/06/2024 -
Always a retreat
"Staying at Bill and Lorraine's place it's always a retreat. This is our fourth year returning to their condo. It's in immaculate, has all the necessities, beach towels, chairs, even binoculars to see ships out in the ocean. My husband and I highly recommend their rental. Plus, Bill and Lorraine are joy to book through. "
Host Reply
Julie and Paul, it sure has been a pleasure renting to you for the past 4 yrs. It goes both ways, you guys are a joy to have in our condo.
Have a good year.
Lorraine
- 11/24/2023 -
Great Stay
"Condo is in great location and well maintained. Very clean and up to date. Everything that you could possibly need is provided and up to date. Will always try to stay here when visiting Marco Island.
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Host Reply
Thanks David,
We are happy that you have come back 2 yrs in a row and are booking for next year. We try hard to make our condo comfortable and complete so happy that it met your needs,
Lorraine
- 11/11/2023 -
Condo on the beach
"We've rented the same condo in South Seas Tower 4 for close to 10 years I'm thinking and continue to return thanks to the proximity of shopping, restaurants, downtown and of course the beach. Condo is well stocked with any needs you might have and owners are nice to work with. The large balcony stretches from living room past both bedrooms with a bird's eye view of both the pool and beach. We'll be returning again next year, God willing!"
Host Reply
Thanks Yvette,
You were close, it has been 8 years. As always it is a pleasure to have you as guests and we look forward to having you back next year.
Lorraine
- 02/18/2023 -
South Seas Condo
"Our condo at the South Seas was immaculately clean and the furnishings up to date. Sitting on the lanai, we had a view of the beautiful pool and beach. We are planning our third visit to this lovely condo on Marco Island. South Seas, Tower 4 #707."
Host Reply
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at our condo and look forward to your return next year.
Have a great year,
Lorraine
- 01/07/2023 -
Always Amazing
"When summer ends and we know winter is just 4 months later, our joy is knowing we will be in Marco in January. it's our 3rd year back with this condo. Booking is easy and the place is immaculate. The view is always breathtaking and the pickleball courts are fantastic. We love this condo! The condo owners are fab too and great communicators. "
Host Reply
Thanks so much Julie for your great review. It is such a pleasure having you and your husband as guests in our condo. We look forward to many years of having you as guests.
Lorraine
- 08/20/2022 -
Beautiful Condo
"This unit was beautiful inside. The beds were comfortable also. We had literally every thing we needed! The owner is well prepared and anticipates every possible need. Would love to return in the future!"
Host Reply
Thanks you for your kind comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our condo and that we provided everything you needed.
Lorraine
- 08/03/2022 -
Great beachfront condo with an awesome view!
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The communication between the owner, Lorraine, and also the Marco rental agency was excellent. The condo was great and provided everything we needed for our beach vacation, so we didn't have to worry about bringing things such as towels or going to buy an umbrella, chairs or cooler. A beach wagon for pulling it all was even provided. We also appreciated all of the little extras provided, such as paper towels and dish/hand soaps. The view from the balcony was amazing. The location and complex overall were awesome. Even enjoyed the pickleball courts! We definitely recommend and would love to stay again! "
Host Reply
Thank you Janice. We are very happy that you enjoyed your accommodations and all the extras. Please do come back.
Lorraine
- 03/06/2022 -
The owners could not be nicer,
"I want to highlight how special the interaction I had with Lorraine. If I had a question before or during our visit, she responded so quickly and friendly. By the end of our trip, she wrote to say that she enjoyed our chats. But that was not the end of it. One day after our stay, I realized that I left my jewelry at the condo! My husband told me not to worry, because Lorraine would make sure it got back to me and she did."
Host Reply
Hi Lois,
You gave me a laugh, especially your husband's comment. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and that everything was to your liking. Especially happy that, with the help of my next guest, I was able to locate the jewelry and then arrange with my agent the return of your jewelry. Have a great year and keep us in mind for another time.
All the best,
Lorraine
- 02/19/2022 -
Enjoy staying at Lorraine and Bill's
"We enjoy staying at Lorraine and Bill’s condo at South Seas in Marco. The condo is lovely and clean and faces the pool and beach. Cleanliness is a priority. Going back again next year."
Host Reply
Thanks Carolyn and Carol,
We appreciate the great review and look forward to having you back next year. Have a great year.
Lorraine and Bill
- 01/03/2022 -
Our annual beachfront oasis
"We absolutely love this place for many reasons. First, the owners (Bill and Lorraine) and rental company staff are amazing to work with and always quick to reply. The condo is so organized and impeccably clean. The king mattress is so comfortable that I looked to see what kind of mattress it is so I could purchase one for my home. The twin beds are comfy too. The kitchen is fully supplied with everything you need. They even have beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys for kids, and beach towels. Although there are plenty of channels to watch on the tv, Lorraine has movies, books, puzzles, games, and plenty of other options. The unit is close to the elevator, washer/dryer room, and trash chute. The condo overlooks the pool and has a breathtaking view of the beach and ocean. If we could, we'd give this a 10-star rating! South Seas complex is amazing too with pickleball, tennis, and bocchi ball. It's simply the best!
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Host Reply
Thank you so much for your great review. We are happy that your accommodations met your needs and yes, the master bed is very comfortable. Stearns and Foster does a good job. We look forward to having you back again next Jan. Have a good year.
Bill and Lorraine
- 12/23/2021 -
Christmas in Marco Island
"Christmas in Marco Island
Your place was lovely and we so enjoyed it. We’ve rented lots of condos over the years and yours, by far, was stocked the best. I told the ladies at the rental office when I returned the keys. You thought of everything we needed for the beach….even down to freezer blocks for the coolers. The kitchen had everything and I loved there being salt/pepper, dishwasher pods, dish liquid, garbage bags, etc. The beds and pillows were great. We all got very good rest. My husband who calls himself a pillow snob slept great on your pillows. We also loved the complex. We played pickle ball everyday and felt comfortable letting the kids be at the pool and go from the beach to the condo without us at times.
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Host Reply
Thank you so much Kerry,We appreciate your comments and are so happy tat you found our condo comfortable. We try to keep our condo well stocked so guests have all they need to be comfortable.Thanks again for reviewing our condo and please keep us in mind for another time.Bill and Lorraine
- 07/03/2021 -
"My wife and I stayed in building 4 unit 707 the week of July 3-10 and could not have been more pleased. Everything we needed was included in this condo including a beautiful view of the beach. The building sits on beautifully manicured grounds and is close to everything.The owners and realtor are great to work with. As the owners say, "just bring your bathing suit." It is truly all you need.We will be sure to stay there again next time we leave Sarasota for Marco Island
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Host Reply
Thanks James,We appreciate your review and are really happy that you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. "Just bring your bating suit" is our standard reply when asked what to bring. We try hard to have everything you will need for a great stay without guests having to bring a ton of stuff with them.We look forward to having you back again.Lorraine
- 06/26/2021 -
Let's Make a Deal
"What a nice find. Got a deal due to a cancellation and what an amazing week we had. Not knowing what to expect, we brought a lot of our own beach items with us. After arriving, however, we realized that our hosts had everything we had brought to enjoy our beach vacation and more. The condo is set up for a family to enjoy and be entertained.
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Host Reply
Lisa we were so please to be able to offer you and your fiance our condo for a week. Very happy that you had a good time.
- 06/19/2021 -
Fabulous Beach Vaca
"This vacation was amazing! Property was clean and as described. Communication with the property owner was timely and comprehensive. Location was right on the beach and the property amenities were well maintained
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Host Reply
Thanks Melissa, We appreciate your review and are very happy that you had a good time and enjoyed the amenities; Come again..
- 06/12/2021 -
Fantastic!
"The view from our condo was awesome! The complex was quiet, beautifully maintained, and relaxing. Everything for a beach vacation was provided - towels, beach umbrella, chairs, and a cart. We had a wonderful time!
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Host Reply
Thanks Perry for your great review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed everything.
- 04/02/2021 -
FIRST TIME WE RENTED A CONDO
"This was the first time we rented a condo. We are normally a hotel family, but our teenage daughter was bringing a friend with her, so we needed 2 rooms. From immediately after renting this condo, until after checking out, the communication from Lorraine, the owner, and also the property managers was fantastic! As other reviews mention, Lorraine has everything that you would need for the beach in the condo. The walk out to the beach from the condo is almost a half of a mile, so be prepared to walk on a beautiful beach to get to the water. The location is so close to many restaurants that were easy to walk to. The view from inside the condo and also from the balcony was so peaceful and relaxing. The condo looks just like the pictures show it. Wonderful experience. On a side note, the hot water heating wasn't working when we went to take our first showers. I called and left a message with the property managers on a Saturday, and someone called back very shortly, telling me that they had already called out a plumber, and we did not need to wait for the plumber, We went to the beach, and came back a few hours later, and it was fixed. Very well done!"
- 03/20/2021 -
Marco Island Getaway
"The property is quiet and clean. Accommodations were comfortable and had everything we needed for a great vacation including sand chairs, coolers, etc. While located right on the sand, it is a very wide beach to get to the water which could be a problem for those with a disability but it was fine for us. Loved Marco and would consider this unit again."
Host Reply
Thank you John. So glad that you enjoyed your stay.
- 01/03/2021 -
Perfect Condo
"Perfect condo with amazing ocean & beach front views
The beach and ocean views are amazing and the location is perfect! The condo was equipped with everything we needed from having beach chairs to even providing a pull cart to carry all of our gear. The beds are SO comfy and we even slept better here than at our own home. We took advantage of the amenities: pickle ball, tennis, and the workout room. The heated pool was wonderful! The condo owners are fantastic communicators and their instructions were so helpful. We will definitely be booking again if we don't buy a condo by then. We loved Marco Island!"
- 12/20/2020 -
Wonderful Experience
"Our stay at this home was wonderful! The location was perfect because we didn't have a car and we were able to walk everywhere. The home was lovely and clean. We loved that is sits right on the beach. The pool is really nice and clean - and heated. We would definitely stay here again."
- 10/31/2020 -
Slice of heaven in Marco
"We’ve stayed in Marco for several years now and always in the South Sea Towers. Our last 4-5 years have been in the same condo in Tower 4 Unit 707 that is owned by Bill and Lorraine Innes. Their condo is always clean and well stocked with what we need. They are also looking out for our best interest anytime we’re down there and any issues or problems have been addressed immediately. We love the friendliness of the island and some great boutique shopping also. Lots of outdoor restaurants which were a requirement during this crazy Covid time. We love the beach there and our balcony view of the pool and the gulf. We also enjoy the Hemingway shuttle service out to Keewaydin Island and observe the dolphins on our way. Always one of our must do’s. The pool is lovely here and we spend most our time there. Can’t go wrong in Marco and our owners are awesome!"
- 12/21/2019 -
Excellent stay on marco
"This is our 4 th year staying in this condo at south seas. The view is amazing and accommodations feel right at home!"
- 11/02/2019 -
Gorgeous Beachfront Condo
"We have stayed in this unit for the last 8 summers and we plan on going back again next year. The location is fabulous with ocean and pool views from every room. The condo is always immaculately clean and contains all of the comforts of home. The owners have taken great care to make sure their guests have everything they need and more. Family-friendly, clean and comfortable, it's the perfect place to relax and unwind on your next vacation."
- 11/02/2019 -
Great condo with a great view and great owners
"We’ve rented this condo for several years now in the month of November. Seems to be the best weather and small crowds and that’s a big draw for us. We love the view, the pool, the location and the proximity of several walkable restaurants. The owners are lovely, responsive and helpful. The condo is well supplied with any and all cleaning products necessary, towels, linens, blankets, pillows and tons of beach paraphernalia; all appreciated! We will return again in 2020."
- 07/27/2019 -
Great condo with a great view and great owners
"We have stayed in this unit for the last 8 summers and we plan on going back again next year. The location is fabulous with ocean and pool views from every room. The condo is always immaculately clean and contains all of the comforts of home. The owners have taken great care to make sure their guests have everything they need and more. Family-friendly, clean and comfortable, it's the perfect place to relax and unwind on your next vacation."
- 05/18/2019 -
Beautiful Marco Island
"We have stayed many times at Bill and Lorraine’s Condos and they take special care to make sure you have everything you need. This time we stayed in Tower 4-707 and had a wonderful time. The weather and view were outstanding. We will be back!"
- 02/02/2019 -
WE HAD A VERY NICE CONDO AND A GREAT STAY
"We left Wisconsin with the air temperature at -26. It's hard to believe Marco can be in this hemisphere. Great condo,great weather, great food.Stay here and you will be very happy."
- 01/19/2019 -
Wonderful 2 Weeks on Marco Island
"Just returned from a 2 week stay in South Seas tower 4/unit 707 owned by Lorraine Innis. Her attention to detail and desire to ensure a memorable vacation for us was evident from my first contact with her. She personally responded quickly to all inquiries and provided information throughout the booking process to make sure we had everything we needed. She also has an on-island agent as a resource if you should need anything during your stay. I had researched several units and am so happy I chose this one. It was clean and comfortable - tile floors, leather furniture & updated kitchen and baths that had all the amenities of home. The large balcony overlooking the pool got sun all day and the beach view was beautiful. This is a gated community - the grounds are impeccably landscaped, covered parking is convenient and all common areas (halls, laundry room, etc) are spotlessly clean. Overall a wonderful 2 weeks on Marco Island. Thank you Lorraine for everything!"
- 12/22/2018 -
Wonderful
"Wonderful
We have been taking our three kids to this apt for the past 3 years. We love it , beach and pool combo is fantastic. Been very lucky with weather! Accommodations are perfect for our family.
Submitted Jan 21, 2019"
- 10/27/2018 -
Lovely condo with great views and nice amenities.
"We have stayed in this condo several times now and always impressed with it's upkeep and cleanliness. Also stocked well with all the amenities you need to move right in. Owners are very responsive to any needs and keep us informed of necessary news about the island as well as condo building itself. We love the pool and beach area but mostly we love it's location and most of all the balcony and our view from the 7th floor. Will return again next year!!"
- 07/28/2018 -
Beautiful Home Away From Home
"This is our 8th consecutive year staying in this beautiful unit. We love it for so several reasons; the view, the comfort and the convenience. Every room has a view of the pool and the beach. So pretty! The unit has all of the comforts of home and is so roomy. The owners have equipped it with everything you need for your stay and more. Towels, sheets, pots, pans, beach chairs and toys. Even games and videos for the kids. All you need to bring are your clothes and your toothbrush! Everything else you need is there. The unit is always immaculately clean. We are already planning our trip back next summer!"
- 04/21/2018 -
Marco Island In The Spring
"My wife and I just returned from another great trip to Marco Island. We go every year about the same time (late April) and as soon as we are finished with our trip, we go ahead and book the same trip for the following year. Some of our friends ask us why we travel to Florida that late in the year. Well, no sooner had we left home and our city in Wisconsin got dumped on with 21 inches of snow!We have stayed at a number of different condos at the South Seas, and without doubt, Unit #707 in Tower 4 is our favorite. It has a great view, has been completely updated, and is fully stocked with just about anything we need. When we arrive, we know it will be spotless and ready to move into. We have stayed at this condo for a number of years now and we will always book it if it is available.Last year, we even went to Marco in August for our wedding anniversary and had a great time. There is never a bad time of year to travel to Marco Island.If you've never traveled to Marco Island, I would highly recommend it. The beach is wonderful for walking, shelling, and swimming. The people are friendly and always willing to help. Restaurants are great and so are the other activities you can engage in (i.e. sailing, air boats down in the Everglades, shopping in Naples, etc...). We are never bored - just relaxed. (I should also mention the beds in Unit 707 are really comfortable, so after a day at the beach and a good dinner, we are ready to go to bed and get a good night's sleep.Come on down sometime and see what you are missing!"
Lovely property with responsive owners
"Well stocked condo with the best views on the beach. Love being on the north end of the island with restaurants within walking distance. The balcony is the best part of the condo and has expansive views of beach, water and pool. Any beach item you might need is here. Same for kitchen supplies. The owners are very responsive to questions or problems and easy to work with. The pictures posted of their condo are all accurate; less a couple of trees gone during the hurricane. We will continue to return to this particular condo as long as we can!!"
Marco 2018
"Our condo was amazing, as usual. A little bit busier than usual (the secret is out that Marco is the best), guests being loud and not following the rules. I think the screening process for guests needs to be improved, otherwise, perfect location, amenities, etc."
Great experience as usual on Marco
"Had a wonderful time as usual on Marco island. Weather was great, beach was fantastic for kids and running. Pool was well maintained. Rental unit had everything necessary to make home away from home."
Great place to stay, Beautiful View.
"Everything was great.
Beautiful pool. Clean and enough chairs and tables for everyone. Very strict on young children jumping, yelling or bringing small toys into the pool, and of course throwing any sort of balls.
The condo was convenient, comfortable, very clean.
The availability of items such as the mini vacuum was good. It worked great picking up and sand from the ceramic or debris on the carpets so you didn’t track it everywhere especially in bed.
Regardng the bed, I rarely am able to sleep in bed on vacation because the beds are beat. I’m glad to say that I did have a good night’s rest “in bed” during my stay.
Also, we were very appreciative of the cart and beach chairs. I did not realize the distance to the beach. But from my perspective, it was a little exercise….you just had to be prepared with everything before going to the beach, because we weren’t coming back because you forgot something.
Having the Cable TV & Wifi was great to have to wind down the day after a long day at the pool or beach."
Home away from home
"This is our seventh year staying in this beautiful unit. Steps away from the pool & beach with gorgeous views. The unit is always immaculate and stocked with all of the comforts of home. Beach toys and games for the kids, family friendly movies, beach towels and a fully equipped kitchen. We love staying here and plan to continue our annual visits! "
Well prepared, clean unit with fantastic views
"We enjoyed our stay at this condo on Marco Island. We couldn't ask for a nicer, cleaner or better prepared unit. Everything needed for a stay at the beach was provided. Fantastic views from each room and the balcony.The owner also left a wealth of information on restaurants and places to go on Marco. Parking was indoors and security visible at the complex. We only wish that we could have stayed longer. We'd love to arrange another stay."
Yet another wonderful stay on Marco Island
"My wife and I recently stayed at unit 707, Tower 4, at the South Seas Club. As always, the unit was immaculately clean and furnished with everything we needed to make our stay special. This was the first time we stayed for two full weeks and it wasn't near long enough. We have stayed at other units at the South Seas and for us, this is by far the best we have ever rented. We couldn't wait for next Spring, so we've actually booked it again for August of this year to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary! "
Our best stay in Marco Island yet!
"If you are looking to rent on Marco Island, this is the condo for you. My family just returned from a couple of weeks in Lorraine's unit in South Seas on Tigertail Beach. It was our best vacation in Marco so far.
We love Tigertail - it's right out the door with remarkable shelling and the opportunity to be off the beaten path in no time if you want some quiet and solitude in nature. There are volumes of wildlife around, including tons of birds, because of the natural areas to the North of the building.
This unit faces the beach with beautiful sunsets, and a view of the pool (which we liked as our family often divided up - but we could find each other easily). The deck is in the sun and has nice furniture in great condition - and plenty for about 6-8 people.
South Seas keeps the pool about 83-86, which makes it an option even on a cloudy or breezy day. We used it every day of our vacation!
Lorraine's unit is well maintained, and you can tell they care about their home away from home. We felt very comfortable. The furnishings and fixtures felt more like a vacation home and less like a beach cottage (i.e. more like something you want to sit on than something that could be covered in sand). At the same time, we have a 3 and 5 year old and nothing was too fragile or frightening for us (which is sometimes a concern, as you might imagine!)
The unit is the most well-stocked we've ever experienced as well. Everything from beach equipment (chairs, cart, umbrellas, sand shoes, toys, fishing and shelling gear) to household basics (loads of dishes, great pots and pans, bedding (including the possibility of sleeping another 2 people), even kid-sized cups and utensils) to rainy-day supplies (puzzles for all ages, books, movies, and games).
Lorraine (the owner) is outstanding to work with. She moved around some personal plans to make this work for us; was in contact with us before, during and after our stay; and when a couple of things went awry in the unit (little details like a cracked handle on the sliding door), she gave us easy resources to remedy them.
I would rent any unit from Lorraine again in a heartbeat. And if you have a chance to stay here, you won't be sorry!"
Lovely condo
"Lovely condo that is well taken care of. Comfortable and well appointed. The owner stays involved and committed to keeping it nice for her guests. Big screen TVs in 3 rooms make it nice for extra company too. The kitchen is well stocked with equipment and the owner also has many books and DVDs available for usage. We've stayed at South Seas many times but this condo has been the nicest. Love the pool and beach area. Great parking and easy access to area restaurants. We love Marco! "
Gorgeous Condo
"This is our 6th year staying in this unit and we love it. We love the view and easy access to pool and beach. Beautifully furnished and always perfectly clean. The owners have thought of everything from beach towels, extra pillows and blankets to a library of movies for the kids! "