When expectations don't meet reality. Here is what the ad should have said. “The place mostly looks like the pictures. Expect the place to be a little more shabby than chic, a little more worn out around the edges and you won’t be disappointed.” Subjectively, the bright wide angle photos, the upbeat description and the highly flattering 5 star reviews should be taken with a grain of salt. There is a canoe. It is not listed as an amenity but after asking about it just prior to my visit I was told, “you’re welcome to use it anytime.” Not only was the canoe filled with thick green slime but, during my stay, there was not enough water in the canal to float a canoe which is something that Linda would have known. Canoeing in the canal was going to be a highlight of my trip. If I had been told the truth about the situation, I would not have been so disappointed.
The canal area neighborhood is beautiful and a great place to take a stroll. It is quiet and peaceful at night. I slept in the 2nd bedroom and the queen size bed was perfectly comfortable. The towels are soft and fluffy. Linda offered to send in a cleaning team to do additional cleaning and she responded to my communications in a prompt manner. This was a 30 day rental but I left after three nights. This place did not make me feel like I got what I paid for.