I loved this house upon walking in. Its a stylish house, with lots of space, and multiple places to spend time.
I have stayed in dozens of airbnbs, and this one lacked a feeling of "welcoming". Before I arrived, the host insisted on phoning me to quiz my motive for staying - as I am a local - and took a copy of my drivers licence. Apparently this was due to my age and an unwarranted fear that (my two young kids and) I would be hosting a party.
(Around 30 but they said they have had alot of "early-20s" people holding parties there, so were doing "due dligence"). I have never experienced this from hosts before but understand that humans all have their fears so was happy to comply.
However I soon realised that at the house, there were no hand towels, no bin bags and only the bunk beds were made up, and no bedding available for the larger beds. The host said the cleaners had been there so they were "unsure why the beds hadnt been made" and that they would check but they never got back to me (no mention of the lack of handtowels or bin bags). Im not sure if they expected me to sleep in a bunk, or if this was some way to ensure no parties were had. There was, however, many soaps, shampoos and conditioners nestly lined up in the bathroom, and condiments etc in the cupboard which is always very useful.
So it was a nice looking place but we felt that we werent really wanted there - which contrasts heavily from the best airbnbs that I have been to. I feel like that is an important aspect.
I would also note to anyone who is sensitive to sound or EMFs that you may be triggered here. The house is echoey and it is difficult to hold two conversations are once in the main living area. (But there are a few different spaces to be in!) And the EMFs inside were strong - but outside is lovely.
There is a fire spot and logs to sit on by the creek which is nice.
Ridgeway itself is of course lovely.
There is a tv, Netflix and woodfire.
So not my favourite airbnb but Im sure for others (and with beds made), it makes for a nice stay.