Do not be fooled by the photos on this site. I'm sure many try to peddle such an aesthetic as "shabby chic" or "rustic," but the truth: The property is in need of repair. Theresa was most communicative when booking the property, including a line of questioning, which just may be common on Airbnb, but I found simply odd. A party of four checking in, she was inquisitive about our ages/age range and plans are for our visit. Again, this may be common, but it left a bad taste in my mouth.
No-one in our party enjoyed this property, and I felt most responsible/embarrassed, as I was the one who ultimately decided upon this stay. I will simply outline issues in the order in which they were noticed:
1. We noticed immediately the property could benefit from a fresh paint job, and attention to nicks and holes in the walls.
2. We were greeted with a lovely little note stating the water and ice feature of the refrigerator were not functioning.
3. The area listed as a work space was padlocked, and the door was missing a doorknob.
4. The room with the pullout bed (we didn't need it) was not air-conditioned. So, if you intend on using it in the summer, be prepared to live the door open to attract cool air from other parts of the house.
5. Descending to the basement, there are exposed wires, insulation and other items that hint the place is not finished.
6. The habitable portion advertised was comfortable, but there is a moldy/musty odor emanating from the bathroom.
7. Dust from the unfinished walls in the kitchen was on the counter and shelves. We are not comfortable eating in the kitchen.
8. There as a metal nail file between the cushions of the couch in the living room, as well as enough wayward debris to indicate it had not been vacuumed in quite some time.
9. The top floor shower was sans hot water for the first morning, and the shower in the basement produced only a trickle of hot water with extremely low water pressure. When attempting to increase pressure, or cool the water, the pressure would increase, but immediately turn cold. If you have a lot of hair, or enjoy powerful showers, this is not for you.
10. Finally wanting to venture out to the patio, we were bummed to find the outdoor furniture was eroded to the point of where no-one could, or would want to, utilize. The garden area was overgrown with weeds and tomato plants. We never used the area.
Contacting Theresa about the hot water/pressure situation, the upstairs shower did, indeed, have hot water the following morning. She sent a maintenance person who took care of the issue, and apparently added a doorknob to the "work space." Theresa seemed perplexed about the water situation, but I see another guest had a similar experience.
Positives: Check in and out was a breeze. The beds/linen were all very comfy, and the air-conditioning worked like a charm.
Perhaps, others will enjoy this space, but we didn't, and we only really used the space to bathe and sleep. Cheers!!!