To start on a positive note, the view is amazing. Although it was too cold to sit outside when we were there, you can still see the pretty view from the living room and bedroom. That being said the rest of this review is negative. We travel quite a bit all over the world and this is the first AirBNB stay we have not been happy with. To read other’s reviews it sounds like a great place and some said that it needed some TLC but it needs more than some.
First, when we arrived, when didn’t know how to get in. There was never a communication from the owner and we weren’t even sure if we were at the right place as we were unaware about the 105 steps one must take to get to the front door. There is a electric tram which can be used to aid in your ascent. These items were not mentioned in the initial description or photos provided with all the other photos when viewing. It’s an important point. To get to the tram you still have to maneuver a number of steps with heavy suitcases. After messaging the owner, she was quick to send us the check in information so we could get in.
Next, the first thing we noticed when walking in was the dirty stained carpet throughout the area we rented. I didn’t even want to walk on the carpet without socks on and didn’t throughout our stay. The house needs TLC! The bathroom needs remodeling. There is exposed wood by the shower where tiling was done but never completed. The laminate floor is peeling away from the wall as there is no baseboard and the tub is taped with white tape. There is no light in the shower area so it’s dark when showering. Bathroom rugs are worn and bleached stained. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking items and dishes. We were supplied with filters and coffee but leftovers of sugar from other stays. No creamer. The oven needed cleaning. The refrigerator had old condiments and dressings on the door from previous renters. The living area is ok (aside from the carpet) and furniture seems somewhat new. Lots of wires by the TV on the floor which shouldn’t be exposed. Should you have small kids be careful. There is no lamp in the living room so we had to keep the kitchen light on to see at night. The bedroom has a nice view and the bed is ok but the sheets were light blue so you could see Clorox stains on the pillow cases and bottom sheet. There is a new washing machine and dryer but you have to go outside to use them. The area is unkept outside with old chairs and wood laying around. There was another renter upstairs and you can hear them walking about and opening and closing doors. Regarding the tram, if it’s not locked properly you have to walk up or down depending on where it is stuck. So stairs will be in your future because it won’t operate otherwise which happened to us by the other renter while we were there.
There was no welcome letter or amenities provided like many hosts provide at Airbnbs. There is a book on the coffee table giving information but nothing on a personal level.
If you’re looking for a no frills place with a great view, this is the place. But if you’re looking for a place that offers a bit of pampering, it isn’t the place for you, unless they up their game. More accurate photos need to be posted for potential renters. My apologies to the host for this review but sadly these things need to be addressed.