A spectacular view of Paris from a large terrace, shame about the cockroach infested apartment and unwarranted flooding accusations by the owner.
On the third evening of our six night stay the first cockroaches appeared and their numbers increased each evening. We dreaded returning to the flat as there was no relaxation or sleep until we had spent an hour or more killing off the cockroaches.
Clearly not a pleasant way to end a day spent in Paris. We informed the owner immediately and she admitted that it was an on going problem within the building. However, after following up with photos and stating we had found one wandering across a closed suitcase she insinuated that we had brought the cockroaches with us, who would do that ?
The owner offered to treat the problem on the 4th day after initially refusing to admit there was an infestation. However, we hoped this could wait until our departure as cockroach treatment makes them more active. This was evident on Saturday evening when the apartment had been treated and the owner finally offered to repay us for our last night if we could find somewhere else to stay. This was an offer that came too late!
If we had known about the buildings issues we would not have booked this Airbnb. In all, we killed 25 cockroaches in 4 days but that was only part of the problem.
On the day we arrived the caretaker advised us of a minor water leak under the sink that had as yet not been resolved. A bucket had been placed under the sink pipe work which had also been sealed with white silicone. Apart from not being able to close the cupboard below the sink we thought no more of it, until we arrived home and received a demand from the owner for €2000 as compensation for not informing her of the leak which led to flooding and possible lifting of the wood flooring. When we did finally leave Paris early Sunday morning the only thing we left behind on the wood floors were dead cockroaches.
After many wonderful stays in Airbnb locations around the world and receiving outstanding reviews, I feel it is only right to forewarn others that are considering staying here. The cockroaches and insane accusations are something I hope never to encounter again.