My first Airbnb experience and one and I won't soon forget. I admit, having done most of my business trips by staying at chain hotels, I was hesitant to try something new. But I was not disappointed. Despite my late arrival after a long drive, Buddy was there to greet me and make me feel right at home. The pool, although I didn't have time to use it, looked very refreshing and clean. The eclectic decor throughout the property was quite nostalgic for me having grown up visiting my grandmother who kept neat items throughout her garden as well. The little knick-knacks and vintage collectibles that Buddy has collected and displayed throughout the property abounded and there was always something new to look at. The outdoor style communal pool house, which I shared with Buddy's two other guests was of no inconvenience to me and I found it quite nice visiting with other people who came from all over the world during my stay. A stark contrast to my normal lonely stay at hotels. My room was simple, modest, with a unique vintage/antique feel to it and the bed was so very comfortable and clean. I loved the several chandeliers that adorned my ceiling and actually worked and the skylight was also very nice.
Really nice as well that Buddy had bikes to use to get to the beach which is just 10 min. away, although I didn't have time to use them. And on the subject of Buddy, he is such a pleasant, intellegent, and welcoming host who I found infinitely fascinating to talk to and found that we share many common interests right down to our hobbies and work.
As my first airbnb experience, Buddy convinced me that being a little more open minded to non - traditional American traveling is full of amazing surprises and conveniences and experiences that no hotel could ever provide. Thanks to Buddy I've already booked another airbnb experience for my family to enjoy later in the year.
Thank you Buddy! You are an amazing person and I'm sure we shall meet again one day very soon.