The house offered plenty of indoor space for our family and a lot of outdoor space. It was cold and clear when we were there so the beach was less of an attraction. But the area between the house and the Sound was fun for all kinds of ball sports. The volleyball net allowed for a few intense games among siblings. It was also great to stroll out to the end of the dock and enjoy the nice view. We only went to the Gulf side twice: once to the west end public park that was about a mile down the road, and once to the far eastern side of the island for a beautiful sunset. The heated pool was another highlight. The kids loved the opportunity to swim outdoors in January and it was warm enough for a few adults to go in. The bunk room upstairs is very spacious. Despite a range of ages, the kids in that room were happy. The four main bedrooms were especially nice and comfortable. Also, no problems with hot water, wifi, the TVs or the appliances. The kitchen included plenty of cookware and utensils and we were able to easily prepare several meals. We chose the house because it was one of the biggest properties available and we liked the low-slope ramp for our oldest family member. Also, we felt that the Sound-side location was better for us. Overall, it was an easy stay in a recently-built and beautiful house that was perfect for our family get-together.