Let me say right out of the gate that I went into the Airbnb ‘experience’ with a lot of reservations because of the varied needs of our large family group and because of prior indifferent experiences with Airbnb.
Well, in a nutshell, everyone fell in love with the house and this loveliest of families.
The family was away the entire time we were there but we talked about them as if they were with us.
Everything that any three generational family could need, want and hope for is all here, and worth every penny. And I had balked at the expense beforehand but almost from our first day, I realized this home is a treasure that is not easily found elsewhere, anywhere. It was worth it and more.
The experience was perfect. The only challenge was persuading our three grandchildren to leave after our seven nights. The three year old was in tears and cried that she never wanted “to leave ‘our’ beautiful house.”
I’m not sure how such talented, thoughtful and kind hosts feel about our large footprint, pulling out every toy and book and leaving masses of recycling behind from our catered Xmas dinner but for us, it was a delight.
And did I mention the magnificent designer kitchen that my Vancouver daughter-in-law oohed and ahhed about every time she visited (and she has a beautiful kitchen of her own).
We are all in awe of these outstanding hosts and grateful they gave up their home to us over Xmas.