Paul's place was nice and a GREAT location. His communication was prompt. We agreed on an extension of the stay about three weeks before I was set to arrive, however plans changed about two weeks before (and still before the cancellation notice) and I informed Paul of the change. I asked if it was ok and apologized and he agreed. He was able to rent the flat for all but 2 days we had agreed.
The night before I checked out, he sent a message telling me to leave a sum of money for a cancellation fee which we had not discussed or agreed. I was a bit annoyed by the last minute nature and demanding tone rather than a discussion. The time for discussing this was when I cancelled, not 12 hours before I left. I ignored the message, cleaned the flat, took a video in case he tried to claim some damage and left.
I received some photos of a missing couch foot claiming I broke the couch and needed to pay for it. I asked for a photo of the damaged piece and he said he threw it away and didn't have a photo. I told him that I had a video of the flat because I was worried about such an outcome based on how he conducted himself regarding the cancellation. I then blocked his number.
I cannot see his review, so I do not know what he's said, however I will say that he did not claim any damages with Air BnB which tells me all I need to know about the validity of his claim.
The shame is if he had discussed things with me, we could have come to an agreement, however since he was more interested in demands, my reply was a refusal rather than engagement.
The place is nice and in a great location with a wonderful view. Just make sure you book everything through Air BnB for both you and him.