We got off to a rough start with check-in, despite efforts at clear communication. Prior to our trip, I inquired about early check-in (acknowledging respect for the host's schedule and what might work best for them). The hosts promptly assured me they would confirm once they had a better sense of their plans. As promised, the day before our trip, Maxi confirmed that an early check-in was fine and that she would see us around "noon." I updated Maxi once we arrived to let her know we were grabbing lunch on the way and she replied, "Ok have fun but we will be at work until 6 pm so we will see you this evening." It turns out that our only two check-in options were 12p or between 6-7p, but prior to this exchange there had never been mention of a work schedule or specific time constraints. My interpretation of the quotations around noon was that it was a flexible "noonish" timeframe, not a hard deadline. Since it wasn't entirely clear from the message whether there would still be a way to get in without the hosts being present, we headed straight over to find a note on the door confirming there was no way to get in until their return at 6p. This was an unwelcome surprise, as we were eagerly anticipating a shower and a nap after our early morning and travel. We had expected that even if early check-in couldn't be accomodated, the 3p check-in time stated on their Airbnb ad would be honored. Needless to say, my wife and I were a bit dismayed at this rocky start to our vacation and it seems that clearer communication on behalf of the hosts could have easily prevented something like this from happening.
Aside from this isolated episode, the hosts were kind and accommodating. The property itself was gorgeous, even better than the photos! The space is immaculate, tasteful and very modern. Light continental breakfast with French pressed coffee was provided daily which we were able to enjoy on their spacious lanai.
The bedroom is elegant but the bathroom is not private from the bedroom. You can tell from the pictures that there is a window door for the bathroom so this may be something to consider for couples wanting to keep the romance alive.