I think Christelle’s place is probably fine under regular circumstances, but when we arrived, we were surprised to find that there was construction all around and directly overhead. By construction, I mean endless hammering and drilling and two men without shirts standing directly in front of the bathroom window and front windows yelling at each other, smoking, standing on the patio, drinking a beer, etc. She told us that the solution was “to ask them to quiet down” and that the construction would go on from 8-4 EVERY DAY.
We wanted privacy, quiet, and relaxation (that’s why we go to Naxos!) and the hammering and yelling was so loud that we couldn’t hear ourselves think. Directly overhead through the ceiling and on one side. I went to the bathroom and the men were standing within six inches of me smoking. My husband and I both asked them to be quiet, and they would start up within 5 minutes. My husband complained to Christelle again, and she said it was the upstairs neighbor’s construction, not her problem, but maybe she could ask for 10-2 the next three days but to keep asking them to be quiet. Also, maybe no hot water.
So, we left. I’ve never done this with an Airbnb in ten years (please see my profile), and I’ve stayed in nearly 100 all over the world.
I also asked for a refund. Not surprisingly, Christelle suddenly was unable to get our texts, and Airbnb could not reach her either. I sent Airbnb the other texts and video of the construction (I wish I could add in here!) and got a refund, which I really appreciate.
The spot is beautiful and the view is great. Just be aware that communication may be very poor about construction and you may not find out until (surprise!) it’s too late to cancel and you’re already there.