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Mark and Lisa are retired military. Their beach-side BnB is a romantic getaway, called "The Oasis," because it is so private. Destin, Florida boasts the best beaches in the country, and claims to be "the luckiest fishing village in the world." The space: Inside the room, you have a kitchenette, and a queen-size bed. There is a spacious, walk-in shower, plus a luxurious soaking tub. We provide a complimentary, continental breakfast— plus “beach” snacks for your cooler. Outside your room, there is a swimming pool, patio seating, and a cozy fire pit. You may relax, read, and sunbath by the pool. Or warm yourself by the fire pit. Guest access: The room has a private entrance, a private driveway, and a privacy fence. Interaction with guests: Visit as guests; leave as friends. This is our motto. Mark and I are retired Air Force. Mark was a chaplain: I was a recruiter. To celebrate our retirement (2014), we crisscrossed the country three times in an RV. We toured national parks (Yosemite, Yellowstone, Glacier National), and hiked the Himalayas in Nepal. Afterwards, we became Air BnB hosts. We love church, community activities, and cultural events. Other things to note: In addition, Mark and Lisa serve premium wines; rent fat tire bicycles, and a double kayak. Best of all, they offer a "beach package," which includes comfortable beach chairs; a large, beach umbrella; beach towels, sun screen, snorkels, boogie boards, etc. The beach package costs $20 per stay. Li Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Mark and I were both in military jobs that we helped people. He was a chaplain and I was a medic and then recruiter. We love meeting and helping people. The military is the best place to groom small business owners. We are taught attention to detail, service before self and how to cohabitant with people from all over the US and the world. Working with AirBnB has even further broadened those skills and the world truly needs more people and small businesses with their motto or service.