The entire experience of our stay in this accommodation was unpleasant at best.
Firstly, the listing is advertised as being the entire house, whereas in fact it’s only a small flat at the back of the property. Entry is through a narrow alleyway which is shared by the main house as well as the neighbours (Neighbours who constantly played extremely loud music through the night, rendering restful sleep impossible).
We were told it was pet friendly and that there was a “private yard”, when in fact it was only a tiny enclosed verandah, and after arrival the owner informed us that our dogs (2 retrievers) were not allowed inside the flat itself.
The kitchen was ill-equipped, with only one poor-quality frying pan and very little else.
The bedding consisted of a cheap childrens’ comforter instead of the industry-standard duvet. The design of the space was completely impractical and the cupboard doors and drawers were mostly faulty.
The security gate which allows access to the property was broken and couldn’t lock. This was a major security risk, and despite having made the owner aware of it, nothing was done to fix it.
The space itself is probably adequate for a short stay, and it was clean and neat. The property is situated in the heart of Muizenburg village with close proximity to the beachfront.
The most glaring issue was the owner’s misrepresentation of the listing and his lack of care for his guests. It is evident he has no clue about common practices in the hospitality industry, and has no concern for his guests’ comfort and whether they enjoy their stay or not.