This is honestly my worst experience I’ve ever had with a host. I’m really bummed about it too because the place is very cute, in a safe location, and Yumi’s communication prior to arrival was fantastic!
There were many inaccuracies with the amenities: no dishwasher, no first aid kit, not all the basics to cook with, no hand towels or paper towels in the bathroom, the kitchen had no hand towels and one small half used roll of paper towels for our week long stay, no extra pillows and blankets, in fact the only pillow cases at all were decorative ones that were very uncomfortable to try to sleep on, only one extra roll of toilet paper for a week long stay. These things aren’t even a huge deal on their own, but if you aren’t going to provide them, don’t list them!
In addition, there was long-term and short-term filth build up in the home. Huge cobwebs above the bed and stove and the vent directly above the stovetop was black from dirt. The front and top of the A/C was covered in dirt and fuzz. Within 5 minutes of removing my shoes and socks my feet were absolutely filthy from dirt and grime. If there was a mop, I would have cleaned the floors myself, but there was none.
We arrived really really late at night and by the time we realized the condition of the home, we were too exhausted to go to a hotel. We left first thing when we got up. I reached out to the host, cancelled our reservation and requested a refund and we literally have heard NOTHING from the host.
It is 6 days later at this point and she has never communicated with us since the time we checked in. That is extremely frustrating. I kept holding off writing a review because I was hoping she would reach out and make things right.
All of that being said, I’m not trying to give the impression that you should run for the hills. This was our first time traveling since Covid and cleanliness is very important to us. We were also planning on a number of those amenities being available. If those types of things don’t phase you too much, it is a cute home and the pictures are accurate. Communication before hand about the check in process is great. A tip if you do book, the washer and dryer are in the little building next door.