I will start with the Pros:
1. ample room - we enjoyed having such a huge amount of space and room for our needs. including the parking as well no issues there!
2. location - an absolutely beautiful location as well as view.
3. lots of extras - body boards, coolers, fins and masks. all were great add ons and were very much used. lots of kitchen utensils, glasses and appliances (even a de-hydrator)
Next, are the cons. I only say these because a. I am a host myself and know what it makes or breaks a list and what I feel an owner/host should know about their own space while renting. Criticism is much needed in order to improve.
1. Pictures do not show what the space actually is. I do not want to use this term but it seems we "catfished" on the photos and what to expect of the home. None of the furniture was the same nor the same quality. There was a single TV in the entire house that did not work or only a few connections seemed to work when the house states tv in each room. We had issues (broken or completely broken off) with all the outdoor screens both sliding and window screens. Multiple electrical outlets did not work. shower broke and was obvious it was "patched" before our arrival. Refrigerator kept moderately warm temperatures.
2. House was not cleaned according to most standards. mold and build up on showers as well as all window tracks. otherwise ok for normal wear and tear.
3. and unfortunately some unsafe/dangerous looked over items. One the lack of security to the windows and sliding glass doors. Most doors and windows did not lock. bed frames have expose rusty metal that our Great Grandfather cut himself on multiple times that we had to cover up with pool noodles. ( currently in ICU with cellulitis to that lower leg and sepsis).
Overall the trip was still a hit and we enjoyed our time no matter, looking back, I am not sure our stay was warranted the 12K for the week, but it did serve its purpose.
- Drake Pattee