There are two types of Airbnb hosts: The kind that run Airbnb as a proper business and the kind that treat Airbnb simply as a means for extra cash.
This Airbnb was unfortunately the latter.
Nanci kindly accommodated my last minute request, but it wasn’t easy. I had to hear about the inconvenience I was causing since she had to figure out a way to get me the key.
As a prior Airbnb host myself (i rented a room in my house), I was surprised to see that there wasn’t a system set up to provide guests with keys. With that said, this isn’t a place for individuals needing last minute accommodations. Plan ahead for this one.
Cleanliness: The shared bathroom had stains within all of the appliances (sink,toilet,mirror) as though it hadn’t been cleaned or even wiped down in over a week. Shower amenities were not provided for guests, and the towels provided were old and rough. So, be sure to bring your own.
There is no coffee maker or water made available to you but the coffee shop nearby is a great place to check-out
Check-Out: with no system in place, this left room for error at check-out too. I left the key on the kitchen counter as she instructed me to. I got a call a couple of hours later from her with an accusatory tone telling me she couldn’t find the key.
I pleaded that I left it where she instructed me. I could tell that she didn’t believe me. After insinuating i still had, she hung up, disappointed and then proceeded to message me later to tell me that her other Airbnb guest had taken it. So, to future guests, take a photo of the placement of the key when you check-out and send it to her.