The Entrance lobby wasn’t much to be desired and ended up in the wrong set of flats due to the directions not being clear (code works for both doors)
No communication prior to my arrival i.e. discussed time of arrival
but Jason was present and opened the door promptly once I navigated myself to the correct block.
Information such as “Cameras in the corridor” would have been beneficial as it felt like I was in the big brother house every time I went to use the bathroom or venture into the kitchen.
No towel in my room and had to contact the host via given communication routes but still waited a long period of time to receive one (upon entrance I mentioned I wanted to “freshen up”)
This could have been resolved quicker if I were to shout his name or disturb him in his room like his permanent tenant constantly did numerous times throughout the day and daily also.
The room itself was moderately clean but there was enough dust within the room to effect my breathing (had asthma when I was younger)
I couldn’t tell whether the room was musty or if a dog had been present but the window remained open when I was present in the room.
The bed was comfortable but the first night I ended up with a bad neck for over a week (bit like goldilocks when it comes to beds) most people will be fine with the bed as I did sleep sound on most of nights.
The sheets were clean but had stains which was off putting (white sheets are not the ideal choice)
Bathroom was moderately clean but around the edges you can see the neglect, there is also no window so the ventilation becomes an issue especially on hot days.
The water temperature didn’t seem to be apparent, it just sat in the middle of hot and cold. On a hot day I wanted a cold shower and in the mornings before work a hot one and I couldn’t achieve that.
Kitchen, oven and fridge was clean, there was a search and rescue to find a fork as there was limited cutlery (or they just all get used daily)
Dining table needed cleaning and wasn’t during my stay.
Iron with no ironing board in house with 3 adults in the 21st Century with an Iron listed as an Amenity is bemusing and was subjected to ironing work shirts on my bed… which in all honesty was the only reason I noticed the stains (the irony #Pun)
I like a crisp shirt and the only creases to be in my sleeves, which was never going to happen on a mattress
Co-host never introduced themselves or spoke to me despite being within my presence on more than one occasion (seated or passing)
If you enjoy knowing other peoples business then the permanent tenant is very much for you!
A phonecall should be “private” but yet I knew what herself and the person on the phone was talking about on a daily basis. Either the phone is on loudspeaker or I was fortunate to be born with Superman hearing.
All this being said, Jason was a relaxed enough host that was approachable if needed but the methodology of getting a guest settled and being able to be left to their own devices without disturbing someone needs work
The place was cleaned mid week to a standard that if I arrived with it to that level, all of the above wouldn’t have been listed/scrutinised… apart from my bedroom
The “noise” experience was mainly throughout the day and was generally quiet come the evenings, it just so happened that I had to WFH due to strikes that week I booked and was privy to the tenants conversations and plans (on or off the phone).
This is written for perspective insight and not a negative comment about staying at this place for future guests
As everybody has different needs and requirements for what they look for in an Airbnb.
A one line review doesn’t help anyone else looking to book a Airbnb and Guests need to be thorough with their reviews