Beso Del Sol Resort

We've just returned after a pleasant week in a one bedroom condo at Beso Del Sol Resort in Dunedin, Florida; and we were extremely please with our experience.Location:At first I was a little concerned that the resort is not on the beach (the closest beach being Honeymoon Island, which is about a five minute drive from the resort); but the resort is right on St. Joesph Sound so we always had a view of the water. The parking lot was well lit at night and we always felt safe. There were no ‘undesirables’ hanging around and no peddlers pushing their wares.There are plenty of shops and quaint restaurants just down the street from the resort; there is also a Publix grocery store nearby. Clearwater Beach and Pier 60 are only a ten minute drive and, to be honest, if we would have stayed in Clearwater, I don't think I would have enjoyed dealing with all the traffic, crowds, and noise. I preferred the quiet and uncrowned atmosphere of Dunedin.Accommodations: As mentioned, we had a one bedroom condo. Our room was configured in that when we entered the condo, one bath was off to the right and then a small hallway lead into the main bedroom with a king bed, TV, and, oddly enough, the kitchen area. Off to the left were a second full bath and a small living area with a sofa bed and another TV. There was a sliding door that separated the living spaces. There was also a balcony off the main bedroom.The condo was as spotless as possible. No bugs, no dust bunnies in the corner, nothing. The beds were pretty comfortable and there were even Bed & Bath brand shampoo, shower gel, etc. in each of the bathrooms. The kitchen area consisted of a two burner stove, a small sink, microwave, and a fridge. There was no oven. Counter space was very limited but we made do. Pots, pans, silverware, and bowls were furnished. If I have to say something negative about the condo it would be that the decor needs updating a little. Bamboo furniture and tropical bedspreads are really out. Not that it was revolting or anything. With a little sprucing up, the rooms could have a much more upscale appearance. It definitely didn’t have a luxurious look to it. The resort had two heated pools (which really didn’t need to be heated) and one hot tub. Two finger piers jutted out into the sound and, at the end of one there is a nice sitting area. One night we watched a group of manatees swimming around. There is also a small tiki bar by the pool/pier area. During the day and into the early evening there was live music by the pools…nice touch. Overall it was a very nice stay. No, the resort isn’t a five-star facility but it doesn’t claim to be. For the amount we paid ($89 for the WEEK…through a friend’s time share arrangement), it was hard to beat. The rack rate listed on the back of the door said that the weekly rate is normally $1500. To be honest, if had paid that much, I would have been honked off; but I have no grounds to whine based on what we paid. I mean it was clean, comfortable, in a great area, and safe. Can’t ask for much more.