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Bliss Pool Villas are located only a block north of Lucerne Avenue in the heart of downtown. This vibrant area is best described as colorful, artistic and bohemian where the streets are lined with an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants.  For the water lovers, you can walk or bike to the intracoastal waterway and the famous Lake Worth Beach.

This location does not require the use of a car but if you decide to bring one, we have a guaranteed on-premise parking space for your vehicle and street parking is free but subject to availability.  You can walk or Uber to most places.

- It's a 8 mile (15 min) ride from PBI airport.

- Walk one block and you will be in the heart of restaurants, cafes, bike rental (Relentless Bicycles), bars, theaters and shops. 

- Walk 5 blocks to the Intracoastal waterway and waterfront parks.  

- Walk 3 blocks to our grocery store (Publix). 

-  Walk or drive 1 mile to Lake Worth Beach Golf Club

- Walk or ride 1.5 miles to the beach, fishing pier, and the famous Bennys on the Beach. The Palm Tran bus 62 ($2 each way) from Lake/L can take you to the beach.

- You can catch the Brightline fast train from West Palm Beach (10 miles) to Ft Lauderdale and Miami.  The TriRail is slower but much cheaper and leaves right from Lake Worth!

- 20 minutes from Delray Beach, 25 minutes from the Palm Beach Polo Grounds,  16 miles from Wellington, 24 miles from Jupiter, and 1 hour from Fort Lauderdale airport.

If you are like me, you want to know what locals like to do and where we like to eat. First, get your stay started with a breakfast at Vincent's Bistro https://vincentsbistro.com. Great food with a beautiful patio only a few steps away. While eating, check out the rest of the message below of my top things to do in the Palm Beaches!

1. Perfect beach day! Walk/ride over to Lake Worth Beach. (It’s paid meter parking.) You can take the $2 bus ride with Palm Tran Bus #62 https://www.palmtran.org/ from the stop at Lake & L right to the beach which is 4 stops away. Another option is to download the "Ride Circuit" app. Your first 3 rides are free and $1 after that! The beach has full services like chair and umbrella rentals so it’s super convenient. You can pay to walk the long pier. Before you return, have dinner at Benny's on the Beach. They have great food and an unbeatable oceanfront view...one of my favorites.

2. Beach Picnic! Go to Publix and get their fried chicken box or their famous subs and beverages. Then head over to any beach in the area. You will have the best oceanfront picnic ever. We also have dog-friendly beaches like Juno Beach. Local tip - Every beach has its own personality so try a few. But some don’t have any services like Palm Beach Island.

3. Peanut Island! Wear your swimsuit and head down to Peanut Island. You can only get there by water taxi so park at the Riviera Beach Marina and https://peanutislandshuttleboat.com/ will take you there. Rent snorkeling gear from them as the snorkeling is spectacular. Spend the day on the island beach, snorkel and explore. Afterwards, head over the Blue Heron bridge to Phil Foster Park. It’s free. Then look for the map of the man-made snorkeling trail and venture out to those spots. Local tip - time your arrival with high tide. That is when the water is crystal clear and amazing sea life can be seen.

4. Fishing Day! My husband and I love to fish so I am giving you 2 options that don't require separate license purchase or equipment. First, you can fish off Lake Worth Pier. It’s inexpensive and they will give you the rod and bait. If you want to venture further out in the ocean, go out with Bar Jack Fishing. Its inexpensive and the crew knows exactly where to take you to catch big fish (https://barjackfishing.com/). After you get off the boat, they will even clean your catch for you. I recommend a stop next door at the famous Old Key Lime House for dinner (https://www.oldkeylimehouse.com/).

5. Nightlife in West Palm Beach! Head to Clematis St. where you will find the entire street lined with lively bars, restaurants, and night clubs. After 10pm, the clubs really start rockin! You can also head to the Square (https://www.thesquarewestpalm.com/) for family friendly events, shopping, and dining. Lots of vegan and vegetarian options there. My favorite ice cream spot there is Sloans!

6. It’s hard to come to the Palm Beaches and not go to Worth Ave. Experience the glitz and glamour of the most expensive shopping street in America. But don't miss this local tip - there will be many hidden "VIA"s. Palm Beachers call alley-ways "VIAs". Look for the VIA signs and turn into them. Each VIA will give you a different experience. The architecture will take you back to old world Europe and the dining and shops are exquisite. My favorite spot to grab a bite on Via Mizner is Pizza Al Fresco (https://www.pizzaalfresco.com/). When you drive there, take A1A and you will go by billionaire’s row and see spectacular ocean side mansions including Mar la go.

7. Most relaxing spa day! I am warning you....Eau Spa (https://www.eaupalmbeach.com/eau-spa) is pricey but worth every penny. It isn't just about the massage, it’s about the entire experience. Here is the local tip itinerary...make a spa treatment reservation for 2pm. Also, ask them to make reservations for your party at the Breeze Ocean Kitchen at noon. Then head over with your swimsuit to Eau around 10AM. You will use their amazing facilities (with free champaign...who doesn't like free right?) for 2 hours before heading to lunch in your ROBE!. Then after lunch you will head back to the spa for the most relaxing treatment.

8. If you want a change in scenery, head north to Jupiter, FL. It’s the home of Tiger Woods and legendary golf courses. My favorite itinerary in Jupiter is to spend a few hours at Jupiter Beach Park. You get the best of both worlds there by being on the ocean and also on the side canals and swimming holes. The scenery is breathtaking and wading in the knee-deep water is fun. After the park, head over to any of the waterfront eateries like u-Tiki (https://www.utikibeach.com/). While you wait for your table, take the sightseeing boat around Jupiter where they will point out houses of the rich and famous. Close proximity to u-Tiki is a 4 complex restaurant that Joe Namath started. Love Shuck is my favorite.

9. Lake Worth Beach Farmer's Market! Get a sampling of what South Florida has to offer. Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm, Old Bridge Park, corner of A1A & Lake Worth Beach Bridge. It’s held Oct - Apr. Another special treat is a bonfire on the beach that is free to attend. Held every 1st and 3rd Fridays, Nov-Feb.

10. Kayak the Lake Worth Lagoon at our nearby Snook Island. Reserve here https://www.kayaklakeworth.com/. Walk to Snook Islands Natural Area, with its boardwalk winding around mangroves and wading birds at the northwest end of the Lake Worth Bridge.

11. If you wanted to check out Miami or Ft. Lauderdale during your stay, there is no easier way then to get on the Brightline train (https://www.gobrightline.com/west-palm-beach). Its a luxury train with food and beverage service onboard and it will get you there fast without fighting the traffic on 95.

12. Arts and Culture Lovers - Walk to the free galleries at the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County building on Lake Ave, which spotlights the work of local artists. Be sure to walk outside and check out the larger-than-life Martin Luther King Jr. mural on the building’s south wall. I always find something inspiring on the walls of mtn space gallery on Lake Avenue and at the funky Flamingo Clay Studio artists’ coop on South J Street. An even more eclectic treat can be found just west of U.S. 1 at the Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts. The transformed historic FEC train depot houses working spaces for artists and offers workshops in glassblowing, welding and jewelry. Lastly, catch a show or a movie at the Lake Worth Playhouse, a historic community theatre.

13. Lastly, if you are looking for more kid friendly things to do, here are my favorites.
The Palm Beach Zoo is my favorite. It’s a small zoo but that is what makes it great. You will love the pink flamingos. https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/. Manatee Lagoon- The warm water from the power plant attracts the manatees. It's hit or miss...sometimes you see lots but sometimes they are not there. Still a fun center to explore for free. https://www.visitmanateelagoon.com/ The McCarthy Wildlife Sanctuary is pricy but even my grown kids still love going there. You will see the big cats! https://www.mccarthyswildlife.com/ African Lion Safari is a little further away, but you can drive through in your car. https://www.lioncountrysafari.com/ The https://www.coxsciencecenter.org/ is fun as well.

I don't want to overwhelm you. If you want other suggestions, please feel free to message me. If you post on social media, we would love it if you tagged us as @explorepalmbeaches and #blisspoolvillas.

Here to help!
Sitima

P.S. Lastly, I always get asked where to go for good PIZZA? Downtown Pizza right around the corner as well as Mamma Mia's on the beach are my top choices! 

 As a reminder, here are our house rules: The most important house rule is to have FUN. At Bliss Pool Villas, we want you to find your bliss while being mindful of a few things...

1. No parties, receptions or events allowed. There are security cameras in the courtyard for safety reasons.

2. Please be respectful of the other Villa guests. Refrain from loud music and conversations after 10PM especially in the shared courtyard.

3. No smoking or illegal drugs allowed anywhere on the property - inside and outside.

4. The person who booked the property must be present during the entire stay and is responsible for any potential damages. Only registered guests are allowed on the property. If you want visitors during the day, you must get pre-approval from host by messaging through the Airbnb app prior to their arrival. The approval is based on management discretion. Failure to adhere to the house rules could mean early cancellation of your stay with no refund.

5. Please do not use bottles or glasses in the courtyard. Plastic or paper only.

6. Pets are not allowed in the courtyard pool area for the consideration of the other guests. You can walk your dog in the street.

7. There is no lifeguard on duty. Property is not suitable for kids under 12 without parent supervision. By booking, you and your party, assume all liability and hold Bliss Villas LLC, its owners and agents of the property harmless against any and all claims that may arise out of use or misuse of any part, amenity, or facility at Bliss Villas LLC.

8. Please be aware this is South Florida, if you don't want bugs, mosquitos, spiders, palmetto bugs and other pests in the house make sure you do not leave the door open! We do not give refunds for critters found in or outside of the property. We have routine service to provide pest and animal control. Please message us and we will address any issue promptly.

9. Tropical Storm/Hurricane season runs about 6 months in Florida. Most of the time it's just a watch and we do not get hit. But we strongly urge you to purchase travel insurance because we don't give refunds. We will refund only if local govt tells us to evacuate. In case of an evacuation, we will notify you and we will need you to vacate in time for us to shutter up the property.
 

 - We'd like to share a note about reviews. Mutual reviews are the basis of the Airbnb community and our goal is to give you 5-star service. Even one 4-star review can negatively impact our listing beyond repair. If there is any issue while you are visiting, please let us know immediately so we can strive to fix it during your stay. We are not perfect - but we will always try our best.

- For your convenience, there are black trash bins and yellow/blue recycle bins located throughout the property.

- Say hello to our handyman, Jeff, if you see him around the property doing work. Let him know if you need anything.

- You are welcome to use the beach chairs, umbrella, and coolers in the shed. They are first come, first served. Please clean the sand off before putting them back.

- Do dispose of all trash used in the courtyard. Put furniture back in place if you moved them. Close the patio umbrellas after your use to prevent wind damage.

- Please do not use bottles or glasses in the courtyard. Plastic or paper only.

- The pool heater is set to 86 degrees. If we have cold spells the pool may not reach set temp.

- To prevent damage to the AC unit, DO NOT lower the thermostat below 69 degrees or run the AC with doors/windows open. Please help us conserve energy by raising the thermostat to 77 degrees when you leave the villa for over 2 hours.

- If using the grill, please clean it afterwards. If using pool toys, put them away in box after each use .

- Pets are not allowed in the courtyard pool area for the consideration of the other guests. You can walk your dog in the street.

- Please lock the Villa doors when you leave and also when you are inside.

 - The pool heater is set to 82 degrees based on guest preference. If you like it cooler or warmer, let us know. If we have cold spells the pool may not reach set temp. 

 - Extra sets of linens can be found inside the black and white bag.