I don't like to write a (lengthy) negative review, but in this case I feel the need to let others know what to expect with this rental. There are some positive aspects - hot tub, tv and fireplace were all very nice, and the yard was beautiful, with lots of tables and chairs. The location was convenient, very quiet and close to nice beaches and shopping. However, when we stayed there (for a month) there were multiple issues: an ant invasion which was compounded by the host's open food in drawers and cabinets, and overall clutter. One of the bed rooms had a strong "locker room odor" that was impossible to fix with room fresheners (a replacement room which was offered which was good, but it was stacked with boxes and was obviously not meant to be used, I felt kind of bad using it but really couldn't sleep in the smelly room). The master bedroom was fine (except ants in that bathroom). A toaster oven on the counter was covered in yellow and brown grease/grime, was unusable and I stored it in the garage during our stay; the dishwasher leaked all over the floor even though I latched it properly, so I had to use towels to ensure water didn't cover the floor when I ran it. The sink backed up on New Years eve, this was taken care of quickly by the owner. Also, the beds were not made upon our arrival - I had to make the beds from brand new (unwashed) sheets - it took awhile to make the beds, not great after a long day of traveling. Communication was complex - I had to use email, text or Whatsapp to contact the host who was traveling overseas. The host responded to my communications and helped resolve some of the issues, including a refund of cleaning fees because of the ants and additional cleaning supplies I purchased and used; he seemed like a nice guy. Mainly because of the ants, we would have left early, but it was during the holidays and everything was booked. I would chalk this up to experience, and just let it go, but I was shocked to get a nasty email from the host after I left. I followed all of his requests of exit tasks, but he complained about trivial things that I consider the job of housecleaners, especially since they weren't on the exit list (leaving dirty towels out and not starting a wash). I've stayed at many Airbnbs and I've never had a multitude of problem like this. I treat people's homes with respect, and I understand things (ants, plumbing issues) happen. But it was really upsetting to get that nasty personal message - I felt harassed - which was especially insulting after I really tried to make the best of a bad situation that kept getting worse. The host's message was mean and totally unprofessional, which I just don't understand as I thought I was very tolerant with the never-ending issues such as an ant infestation, filthy toaster oven, open food and crumbs in drawers as an attractant, and an uninhabitable bedroom. In the future, I hope the host improves the professionalism of his rental business as it is a nice house with great potential.