Guest Reviews
★★★★★ 5 of 5 average
Wonderful Getaway
by Birmingham Alabama
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We really enjoyed staying at this home. It was furnished beautifully with everything you would need. Very quiet and perfect for walking or bike riding. The location was great, close to restaurants and beach.
Submitted on Dec 2, 2022
Response from Benchmark Management
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at this home. We thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It was our pleasure to host you and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Benchmark Management
Sweet home in a quiet neighborhood!
by Tuscaloosa AL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Love this quiet little neighborhood! It was a nice walk to the beach and to Seaside! But having bikes really helps! It is a real easy bike ride to just about anywhere you might want to go on 30A.
Submitted on Dec 1, 2022
Response from Benchmark Management
Wanda, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. It was our pleasure to host you and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Benchmark Mangement
Beautiful home and great neighborhood
by Richmond Va
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Had a wonderful experience renting. Everything was very clear and easy, from reserving to leaving. We loved the credit as well and used it to rent bikes. They were there when we arrived. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed for our stay. We loved walking the neighborhood and the 2 pools were kept very clean. Just a great experience overall.
Submitted on Jun 15, 2022
Response from Benchmark Management
Christie, thank you for sharing a review of your stay! We're glad to hear you had an enjoyable stay at our property. Most importantly, the home was clean and fully equipped with all you needed. Here at Benchmark, we are committed to guest satisfaction, and it's good to know our hard work is paying off. It would be an honor to host you again soon!
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
Great stay!
by Berwyn PA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house was just right. Very clean and up to date. Very quite area. Easy drive to the beach and restaurants. Instructions on how to operate the ceiling fans, thermostat and a listing of trash pick up would be helpful.
Submitted on Apr 18, 2022
Response from Benchmark Management
Robert, we're grateful that you had a positive experience at SandBox. Our team will be delighted to hear that their hard work has paid off! An instruction packet is standard in our units, and we're terribly sorry you didn't have one at your time of stay. We will ensure this is maintained throughout all our units for an enhanced guest experience. It’s our pleasure to serve customers like you, and we hope to see you again soon!
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
Sandbox Stay
by Germantown TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Two couples stayed for 3 nights during the 30A Songwriters Fest. Sandbox was perfect. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to 30A and beach. Tennis court was nice.
Submitted on Jan 19, 2022
Response from Benchmark Management
Kevin,
We are pleased to hear that our property Sandbox was the perfect spot for your trip to the beach! We are happy you enjoyed the quiet neighborhood as well as the convenience it provided to the beach and surrounding towns. We strive for our guest to have a relaxing hassle-free vacation when staying with us, we are glad to have been able to do so for you and your group. We hope you consider staying with us again at Benchmark Management, we would love to have you!
Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
Great!
by Sevierville TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We loved the place. Roomy and perfect for our family of 7 and two furry pets.
Submitted on Oct 25, 2021
Response from Benchmark Management
Tammy,
We are thrilled that you and your family loved your experience during your stay at SandBox. The comfort and satisfaction of our guests are our top priority here at Benchmark. We work hard each day to bring our guests the best vacation experience. We can’t wait to see you again.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Great Getaway in Santa Rosa
by Green Bay WI
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We were there with our adult daughter and dog and are from Wisconsin. Spent three weeks at the house and enjoyed being outside alot. It's a little bit of a walk to the beach but not bad at all and we enjoyed the quietness of the location. Biked to lots of places in the area - faster than driving and didn't have to deal with trying to park, which was an issue in some places. Liked having so many great places to get coffee, meals and beverages that were bikeable. Grocery store was close as well. Benchmark was good to work with.
Submitted on Mar 24, 2021
Response from Benchmark Management
We are so excited that your experience here was great! Bikes are a very good use of time and space! Please come again.
Benchmark Management
Secret Paradise
by Minneapolis MN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
I can't say enough good things about this house, The Sandbox. The location (south-facing and easily walkable to the beautiful beach) is in a private little enclave of lovely beach bungalows. So quiet, the only sounds you hear are the waves on the ocean and the breeze through the trees.
The house itself is superbly designed, inside and out. The upper and lower porches were a treat -- we sat outside every morning. The décor is cozy beach house and comfortably held our family of four adults, one wild child and a tiny dog with room to spare. It has an easy gathering layout. The security key was a snap to use.
Customer service was stellar. I broke a coffee carafe and someone from Benchmark had a new one delivered within minutes (Thank you!) Property was excellently maintained and other than a few dog hairs (hello, it's a pet-friendly rental),very clean.
I would and have recommended this specific rental house (Sandbox) to my friends and family and I will be back. Lastly, if you don't check out the Chanticleer Eatery, you'll have missed the best smoked pork, grilled cheese, pastrami Rueben and Key lime pie on earth. Just sayin'.
Submitted on Feb 8, 2021
Response from Benchmark Management
Hello Judy,
What a lovely review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tranquility of the location, the design of the interior, our customer service, and the coziness of this pet friendly home. Thank you as well for recommending this home to others! We cannot wait to see you again, and maybe accommodate your family for a happy 30A vacation with the whole family.
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
Nice house, great location
by KATY TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful stay in Sandbox over the Christmas period. This house was perfect for our family of 4. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Lovely quiet neighborhood, walkable to the beach access. We preferred this location rather than the hustle and bustle of Seaside proper. House was winglet furnished. Unlike other rentals we have stayed in, this home had no basic kitchen supplies such as salt, pepper, oil, coffee filters, etc. Not a problem, but a heads up to future renters to take/purchase everything. All in all, we loved this home and it’s location and would recommend it.
Submitted on Jan 4, 2021
Response from Benchmark Management
Michelle,
We're glad that you found Sandbox to be nice and in a great location. Benchmark Management doesn't provide consumable products at any of our properties as a safety precaution. We hope that you will stay with us again.
Benchmark Management
We loved our stay at the Sandbox!
by Baton Rouge LA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We loved our Thanksgiving stay at the Sandbox at Santa Rosa Beach! The house is beautiful and so is the neighborhood. The house was roomy, comfortable, neat and clean, It was well stocked with kitchen items. We cooked most of our meals at the house. We were told in advance what extra things to bring If we needed additional detergent/paper goods (in addition to starter samples they provided). The management was very friendly and helpful. We unexpectedly were able to go to the beach everyday bec of warm weather. We enjoyed being near to the beach (10 min walk), Seaside and other cute towns. Bike riding was also fun (and lots of other people had that idea too). We will be back!!
Submitted on Dec 3, 2020
Response from Benchmark Management
Hello Brenda!
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at SandBox! It's so great to hear that the weather warmed up a bit for your Thanksgiving stay, that is certainly an unexpected plus. Seaside is definitely a short walk or bike ride away, so you're never too far from the food trucks! We're glad that you were prepared for your stay, and look forward to accommodating you again for your next trip.
See you soon!
Benchmark Management
Sandbox was a perfect escape!
by Prospect KY
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Very clean! Great location and the rental had everything needed. We enjoyed biking through the neighborhood and the quiet charm. The beach access was perfect and never too crowded.
Submitted on Jun 22, 2020
Response from Benchmark Management
Marcia,
Thank you for your review! We work hard every day to ensure our guests have great experiences like this. We think the neighborhood Sandbox is located in is also great! It's very quiet and close to anywhere you need or want to go. Bikes are always a great idea when coming the 30A area! We hope Sandbox will be a home you continue to come to year after year!
Thank you,
Benchmark Management.
Sandbox
by Prairie Village KS
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We enjoyed our stay in the SandBox rental but it was a strange week in Florida. We arrived right as the corona virus was taking off. We did enjoy the sunshine and were happy we had a kitchen to cook all of our meals. The kitchen could use more than one kitchen towel!!
Submitted on Mar 25, 2020
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for staying with Benchmark! We will make sure we address that issue. We hope you chose to stay with us again.
2020 in the SandBox
by Franklin TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Very happy with the SandBox in the Grove neighborhood. The cottage was as advertised and well stocked. The location is ideal, with it’s proximity to the beach, Seaside, restaurants and Publix, yet tucked away quietly in a quaint neighborhood. Our family enjoyed a beautiful last sunset of the decade on the beach and the New Years celebration in Seaside. The neighbor’s dog was a bit of a barker, but otherwise, a perfect rental.
Submitted on Jan 10, 2020
Response from Benchmark Management
HI Sandra, thank you for your feedback, we do appreciate your input! We hope that you will come see us again soon!
Thanksgiving in the SandBox
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We spent 4nts in the SandBox for the Thanksgiving Holiday. The SandBox met every expectation for our group of 3 adults. It was cozy and inviting and even better in person. The house was furnished nicely and had everything we needed. Also, everything was very clean. The neighborhood was lovely and quiet!
Submitted on Dec 3, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Mary,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We were honored to have you and are so humbled by your response. We work hard each and every day to bring our guests the best vacation experience. We can’t wait to see you again.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Missing you already...
by Cumming GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Our family had a wonderful vacation at Sandbox. This was our first time visiting Seagrove and we will definitely will be back! We LOVED this cute beach home and the movie-like neighborhood. The home was very clean and kitchen is well stocked with all the essentials for cooking meals. However, it does need some potholders/oven mitts. That was the only thing I needed and couldn't find... Im sure just an oversight.
Benchmark is great! They've been quick to respond to emails and all-around very helpful from the moment we were considering one of their properties. We will be sure to recommend and book with them in the future. Thank you for some great memories! :)
Submitted on Oct 8, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Amanda,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We were honored to have you and are so humbled by your response. We work hard each and every day to bring our guests the best vacation experience. We can’t wait to see you again. Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Sand Box is Awesome!!
by Laguna Niguel CA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Came from California...maybe the only people in the Gulf in August from California...but it was really magical. We had the best vacation imaginable. The Sand Box is exactly like the pictures show. It is a wonderful home! Rent bikes...they are delivered and picked up free of charge! We walked to the beach just 's about 15 mins...bike there...3 mins! We rode bikes everywhere! There isn't much to do in Seagrove it's self but you can go to Seaside which is just a few blocks away. The grocery store Publix is about 1.5 miles away...we went daily. The home is in a very quiet community that is picturesque. There are a lot of beautiful communities to the east and west along 30A but I would choose Sand Box again because it's very secluded and quiet. The other areas are more crowded and cramped looking. We had 2 minor maintenance issues come up on the first day but Benchmark management answered the call and took care of it immediately. Not sure that would happen with another rental agency.
Submitted on Aug 19, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for your review, Claire! We are so thankful that your stay was awesome. Sandbox is in a perfect spot, quiet but yet so close to paradise as well as easy access to the the pools at Grove By the Sea. Sandbox sits back in the beautiful nature of Seagrove. Our maintenance team is top notch and I am glad that we were able to meet your needs. If you're looking for the perfect spot to vacation, don't miss out on Sandbox, especially if you like quiet but yet so close to the beautiful beaches here on 30A!
Sandbox Sweetness
by Austin TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
This lovely 2 story home had us hooked. They allowed our 2 furry family members to come with us, gave us a credit to use on beach chairs and had a perfect setting to help us relax. The house is impeccable and welcoming. We will be back!
Submitted on Jul 21, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you Frances - we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at SandBox and we would welcome you all back anytime!! This is such a wonderfully cozy home! Feels like home - great neighborhood with tree lined walk ways, and one of the pools just across the street. You can hang out on the porch and listen to the subtle wind chimes or walk your furry family member throughout the neighborhood. So relaxing and you haven't even gotten to the beach yet! Oh but you will - just a leisurely stroll and you are there! Call Benchmark today - let's get you some beach time!
Sandbox review
by Houston TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful time in our rental! We loved how quiet the neighborhood was and that they allowed us to bring our dog. We also loved the short 5 minute bike ride to the beach. It was close to Seaside and numerous things to do within biking distance
Submitted on Jul 1, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Denise,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We were honored to have you and are so humbled by your response. We work hard each and every day to bring our guests the best vacation experience. We can’t wait to see you again.
Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Great week at the beach
by Louisville KY
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Lovely neighborhood, nice pools, great bike ride to the beach. The house was clean and very nice. Thanks!
Submitted on Jun 27, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Miriam,
Thank you for your feedback! We work hard to provide our guests with the best experience possible. We hope to see you again soon!
Thanks,
Benchmark Management.
Sandbox - Seaside Haven
by COPPELL TX
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Absolutely Wonderful!!! One of our best vacations ever!! Lovely home, had everything we needed. Located in beautiful, quaint and quiet neighborhood. 5 STARS all the way!! Management was great to work with also!!
Submitted on Jun 12, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Carol, we are so happy to hear that you loved your stay at Sand Box! Reviews like this are why we do what we do! We strive to make sure that your vacation is everything you want it to be and more! This is a great place and is in a wonderful neighborhood. We hope you will come back and see us again soon!
Family vacation
by Winston Salem NC
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great time
Submitted on May 31, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
We are very happy that you and your family had a wonderful time. Sandbox is a really great place! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
This SandBox was fun to play in
by Starkville MS
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The Sandbox was great for our family vacation. I really like the neighborhood. It is beautiful, calm, peaceful, and quiet. There is even some public land directly behind the house that ended up be a great place to walk the dog. My only real concern about this property is that it is a pretty good walk to the beach, so be aware of that. Otherwise, great house, nice porches to sit out on, with one of them screened in (if the deer flies are out that night), and a fantastic neighborhood to stroll around in. We highly recommend it!
Submitted on May 22, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We do agree, Sandbox is in such a peaceful neighborhood, but so close to paradise! It's so nice to sit outside on the porch and listen to the beautiful sounds of nature and the beach. As for the walk to the beach. I would definitely rent some bikes if possible or maybe a golf cart! This house does come with a credit to LiveWell, a company where you can rent some of these things. You don't want to miss staying here, call Benchmark today!
Great Stay
by Thibodaux LA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Great stay, very peaceful community. Dog friendly!
Submitted on May 4, 2019
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for taking time to write a review! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Sand Box! This neighborhood truly is a quiet haven by the sea. It has a great open living area for the family to relax and is only a short walk to the beach. This neighborhood also has two private pools, a tennis court, and a children's playground. We hope that you will come back and stay with us soon!
Sweet Little House
by Atlanta GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Wonderful neighborhood, beautiful setting, comfy little house.
Submitted on Apr 27, 2019
Sandbox Review
by Huntsville AL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Everything was perfect. Really enjoyed the new upgrades that had just been done.
Submitted on Nov 21, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for your review - we truly appreciate all comments and suggestions! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Sand Box! Let's talk about those upgrades - the owners recently replaced beds so that all guests would be comfortable and now they have redone the kitchen and it is beautiful! New quartz countertops, newly painted cabinets and new appliances make this your dream kitchen! Don't want to spend too much time in the kitchen? Then head on over to one of the two community pools for a refreshing swim or take off down the quaint tree-lined roads across 30A to emerald waters of the Gulf. Come join us in this adorable home located in a quiet serene neighborhood - this is a great place to relax! Call Benchmark today and let the relaxation begin!
Adorable Beach Cottage
by Franklin IN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
My husband and our two young children rented the SandBox with my parents for the week. We were very blessed that there was not any damage as we checked in the weekend after Hurricane Michael. The accommodations were wonderful as we gave my parents the downstairs bed and bath and used the upstairs 2 bedrooms with Jack and Jill bath for our family. The only problem was that the cable was not available for the week after the hurricane and if that was the only inconvenience then we will take it! The neighborhood was quaint and quiet. We enjoyed riding bikes to the beach and around Seagrove/Seaside and loved that there was a beach wagon. That made it very easy to lug all the kids' stuff to the beach. The pool was clean and rarely was there anyone there with us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will likely return to the 30A area and stay in The Grove by the Sea as we loved the neighborhood and the SandBox.
Submitted on Oct 22, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you so much for submitting your review - we believe you captured the essence of Grove By The Sea quite nicely! This is a charming neighborhood - great for evening walks with your family, close to the ever-popular Seaside and a short walk to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world! If you are ready to experience the magic of 30A just call Benchmark today!
Fall Break
by Clarksville TN
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
House was great, fit our needs perfectly. Benchmark was awesome to work with throughout the entire experience
Submitted on Oct 12, 2018
Great place to unwind!
by Morganton GA
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We loved the sandbox! Had everything we needed and beds were comfy. We plan on staying again in the future. Very quiet and clean and close to one of the prettiest beaches in the world!
Submitted on Sep 19, 2018
Great Home and Convenient Location!
by N/A CO
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
We had a wonderful week in Santa Rosa celebrating a milestone birthday for my husband! SandBox is a wonderful home in a quiet neighborhood that is close to the beach. We did haul all of our beach equipment to the beach in a car and then rode bikes back and forth throughout the day. The home is well equipped and nicely decorated. I would stay there again and highly recommend it to others! Benchmark Management was quick to respond to any questions I had.
Submitted on Jul 19, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for submitting your review! We truly appreciate all the feedback we can get! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at SandBox - it is a gem in a quaint little neighborhood known as Grove By The Sea. Close to the beach and one of the two community pools you get to have it all! The neighborhood is nicely landscaped and wonderful for stolling with your family (including those family members with 4 legs!). SandBox also has new mattresses for your increased comfort! Join us soon for your 5 star experience! Call Benchmark and let us get your holiday beach vacation on the books!
Absolutely perfect vacation home!
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The SandBox was wonderful! So clean and pretty! Our family felt comfortable and right at home. The neighborhood is beautiful and peaceful. We didn't mind the short walk to the beach and even enjoyed walking to Seaside in the evenings. Convenient to everything, but secluded and private. We even drove to Rosemary Beach one evening. Perfect house and location! Would definitely stay at the SandBox again!
Submitted on Jun 12, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for submitting your review! We feel exactly the same way! We have several vacation properties in this area - it is very popular for all the reasons you have mentioned. Wonderfully peaceful neighborhood in a very convenient location! It is so much fun to experience all that 30A has to offer from Rosemary Beach to Blue Mountain - there are so many quirky fun boutiques and elegant fine dining - there is truly something for everyone! This house is the perfect place to relax with your family (including furry family members if desired) and create those beach vacation memories! Call today for your reservation at Sandbox!
Sand Box vacation
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Beautiful property and a great location! Surrounded by trees in a quiet community and within an easy walk to the beach.
Submitted on May 28, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you so much for your review! This is such a quaint neighborhood - very family friendly, 2 community pools, so many trees and just a short walk to the beach - everything you could ask for. Oh - and this home is pet friendly so your furry family member can join you on the walks around this beautiful neighborhood! Please call us today to reserve your beach vacation at Sandbox!
Wonderful vacation home
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
The house is in a fantastic location and a great neighborhood it is close to the beach and restaurants. The neighborhood is quiet and comfortable with friendly residents. The house is very comfortable and well supplied. I highly recommend it
Submitted on May 11, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review - it is greatly appreciated! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at SandBox! Isn't this a wonderful neighborhood??! We know that you come here to experience the beautiful sugary sand beaches and the crystal clear waters of the Gulf - but what a bonus when you also get a quiet, quaint, friendly neighborhood as well! This home does have it all - very comfortable and a great location. And we do not want to forget to mention that it is just across the street from one of the two community pools! Ready for your beach vacation?? Simply give us a call today and we will set you up!
Sandbox was a good place yo stay
by Birmingham AL
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Very good. House was clean, bright and located in a quiet neighborhood.
Submitted on Apr 24, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
Thank you for submitting your review! We appreciate all comments and suggestions! We do love our SandBox! This is such a wonderfully quaint neighborhood with tree-lined sidewalks and 2 community pools for your enjoyment. The beach is just a nice stroll away! If you are looking to book your summer vacation call us now - this gem won't have many weeks left!
Great Winter Getaway
★★★★★ 5 of 5
Overall Comment
Overall my experience was excellent. For me the location was (is) perfect - close enough for easy beach access yet far enough from the highway to provide peace and quiet. Benchmark Management was very helpful and cooperative the entire time. The house was clean and well furnished. I would recommend it.
Submitted on Apr 21, 2018
Response from Benchmark Management
We appreciate you taking the time to submit your review - and we enjoyed having you with us for the winter! This property is located in the beautiful and desirable neighborhood of Grove By The Sea - as you said - very close and convenient but quiet and just off the busy path of 30A! The tree-lined sidewalks make this a perfect location to take walks - with your children and your furry family members! There are 2 community pools for you to enjoy and the beach is just a walk away! We do hope that you will take a minute to peruse Sandbox and see if it is the perfect choice for you! Call us directly today for the best prices!