The house is a modern and nice facility that largely lived up to expectations based on how it was advertised.
Although generally clean the oven had food in it and the place had spots of damage which were scattered throughout. Not much attention to detail in the cleaning and presentation. I would recommend that, in light of the approach of the lessors (see below regarding “rules” and communication) that tenants take comprehensive photos of all damage within the property upon entry to avoid any risk that existing damage would be attributed to you. We did this in light of the lessor’s very demanding approach to compliance with the “rules” of the property.
Although the host was responsive and largely contactable I was disappointed with the approach the host took in the days leading up got stay where he thought it appropriate to lecture us on the “rules” of the home, threatening to have us removed from the property should the property’s neighbors report any breach of the “rules”. Not only was this highly unprofessional it was highly inappropriate. The owner cannot lease out a property and seek to assume no risk. The prices charged were substantial and when one enters into any contractual arrangements they must accept the parties will accept the terms and each bear their share of the risk. It’s inappropriate to seek to have third parties, such a neighbors, who are not privy to the contractual relationship seek to interfere with the quiet enjoyment of the property of the persons renting it. Not only would this be a breach of contract it is just not a great way to engage people who are renting a property at top market price. Usually I am loathed to leave feedback like this, but this approach really coloured our stay. It made us feel quite unwelcome and made It difficult to enjoy the property without fear of unlawful monitoring or interference during our stay. This should be noted and the approach should change. It’s fundamentally wrong on many levels.
In light of the damage throughout the property and the approach of the lessor and balanced against the cost of the rental, the value was diminished, which is a shame for a property of such great location and facility.