Michael is both welcoming and communicative. Sadly the flat was found to be in need of:
• decorative maintenance (chipped plaster by head of bed, broken kitchen drawers, leaking fridge, grimmy plates and all cutlery and crockery needed washing before use, no usable tea towels, dirty pillows as a start)
• deep-cleaning (carpets, kitchen floor and sofa had significant stains as well as a dirty plaster appearing on the floor of the room whilst I was out)
• a good airing (smell in the flat of stale air and body odor - which reappeared the next day after I had aired the room)
These weren't items for immediate resolution given the efforts required. Unfortunately I wasn't in until late each day so didn't have the opportunity to speak directly during the stay.
An apology has since been received from the host and airbnb have undertaken to resolve so this place comes up to a good standard for the wider community. With the right efforts, this place could be pleasant to stay as it is well-located.
Nb:- The room that is rented is an 'occasional living room' and appears to be used by others whilst one is out for the day.
This is the first time I've had a negative airbnb experience so am reluctant to leave such a review but believe it is best for us all so as to keep the standard at the right level and that we wish for when staying away.