There is a rat deterrent box hidden under the kitchen worktop. It makes a high pitched sound every minute. We couldn’t figure out what it was and then it clicked, two nights into our trip when we heard a squeak. At that point it was 1am on my BF's birthday and we were up looking for alternative accommodation. We got to bed at 4am. This is the message we received from Anne:
The last line, translated into English:
“It is preferable that you don’t leave a review. If you leave a review, I will also write one, which will deter anyone from ever hosting you.”
The original French message:
"Il est préférable de ne pas faire de commentaires.
Si vous faites un commentaire, j'en ferais un de mon côté qui ne donnera envie à personne de vous recevoir.”
Also there is a sewage problem in the flat. When the shower is used, sewer water comes up through the kitchen sink with a terrible smell. We were worried about using the plates and cutlery in case it was contaminated by the sewage fumes.