Based on what I read my expectations were low and I got what I had read. The place does have spectacular views and the host is lovely and friendly.
We were welcomed by a damp unaired smell upon entering and a cricket chirping in the kitchen. We could see where repairs were needed from leaking windows etc. the fireplace no longer works (as explained in the listing), and the place is an OSHA nightmare- also explained. I however don’t see why I’m paying this much cleaning fee for washing up everything, providing my own linens and tidying the house and removing all trash? It’s a bit much and really if you know it’s this poor you should be a better deal.
But like I said, this is a 2 star 1 night experience, and it doesn’t pretend to be anything else, and it does have great views.