This is a mixed review, not fully in line with those of other guests.
We found the unit much as others described. Unit is a capacious open space, eclectically - and in our view, pleasingly - decorated with those amenities needed for basic comfort: generous L-shaped couch, comfortable for sitting, sleeping, reading, typing, etc., with many cushions and a throw blanket; comfy low bed (maybe a futon?); power strips for electronic devices; some pleasing art work hung around the room; good supply of dishes, utensils, towels, toilet paper, large trash container; has a microwave, no stove, small refrigerator and freezer, a bureau and an attractive corner cupboard; standing fan refreshes room and keeps temperature comfortable, 4 windows with screens; shelves for holding items, 2 chairs and a table plus two low tables; two good-sized carpets cover much of the hard garage floor.
A poor experience at this accommodation was, on the day we left home June sent us messages that would have been valuable to receive (and have enabled us to avoid subsequent distress) at least several days and preferably a week or more earlier: 1) the following message: "To keep from bottoming out circle around the cul de sac clockwise, and pull into driveway at an angle, the straighten out a bit, keeping to far right side of driveway." and 2) how to access the wifi (i.e. network and password connection info). Because these messages arrived after we left home, and were not on hand when we reached our destination, we didn't get them in time to avoid scraping the lower front fender area of our rental car on the driveway curb, leaving damage to the vehicle, and have the wifi connection available when we arrived and needed to use it immediately. The driving advice was written so unclearly that we might not have fully understood it even if we had received it in time. The message could have been written more clearly as: "To keep [the car] from bottoming out [entering the driveway,] circle [your car] around the cul de sac clockwise, and pull into driveway at an angle, the[n] straighten out a bit, keeping to far right side of driveway."
The late arrival of both pieces of advice caused us extra stress and anxiety, including penalties due to the car damage. Why did June not include this information in time for us to have it on hand and useful before departing on our trip?? Earlier and more clear information would have enabled us to avoid problems and distress at arrival. I hope future visitors can avoid our pain by reading this review.
Some suggestions for this accommodation:
-Better and more time-sensitive communication needed from June. Provide wifi and driveway navigation info at least several days and preferably a week or more in advance of guest arrival dates. Respond to phone voice messages.
-Provide much better lighting in drive upon entry and around pathway leading to unit. We arrived at night time and, upon pulling in, found the outside driveway completely dark (a contributing factor to our car damage). The walkway around the home had only one low light, so it was challenging to figure out where to go. We had to use our cell phone lights to find the uneven path around the building and into the unit. I had earlier in the evening left a voice mail with June telling her when we'd be arriving, but received no reply. When I later reached her by a second phone call, she explained that she typically responds to text messages but may not check voicemails. If this is her practice, she should post the info on her website. In other Airbnb accommodations, I have not had this problem
-Wifi was a bit challenging to access, but we finally got onto it. Give guests tips in advance.
-In unit, there is one standing lamp by bed & couch, a small light in kitchen space - otherwise guests must use overhead lights. For ease of reading, we would appreciate another lamp by bedside and at opposite side of couch.
-The only option for hanging clothes is the high runner for the garage door, out of reach for most women and some men. Make a more accessible hanging space available for shorter guests .