I didn’t have a good stay at this cottage.
Some of it was just bad luck and very bad weather, some was a lack of attention to detail. Here are some things the host can do so the same thing doesn’t happen to the next person.
(Some of these are necessities, others are just small touches that would make a big difference. )
-Number the cottages
-provide lock boxes for the keys rather than vague hiding places.
-provide matches or a lighter so guests can light the fire and cook on the gas stove, leave in an obvious place.
-switch the heating on in anticipation of a guests arrival in winter.
-ensure the gate at the bottom of the road is open (or tell the guests they will need to open this on arrival).
-provide some firewood for each stay.
-Finally, always be kind to guests when they ask for help, although instructions may seem obvious to you as the host, your guest has never been there before.