Renters Beware: there is a significant security risk with this unit, and the host was arrogant about the issue. The rear bedroom of this unit has a door that is not shown or described in the listing. The door opens to a common area that is accessible to the host’s other tenants, and by extension, their guests. The door to the bedroom has a doorknob lock but opens outward, and the latch is clearly visible from outside the unit between the door and the jamb. A simple paint scraper or other tool can be slid between the door and the jamb to unlatch the door and gain access to the unit without a key. When I brought this to the host’s attention, he completely disregarded the issue and displayed an utter lack of understanding, empathy, and judgment.
In addition to the door, the sheets in the back bedroom were stained, despite the host knowing about the stain before we arrived. There is also a stain in a ceiling tile above one of the beds. The listing says there are four beds, but that is misleading at best: one is a full bed with frame, another is a full mattress and boxspring with no frame, and the others are a twin mattress with no boxspring or frame and two sleeper sofas that would open on top of one another.
After I departed early, the host claimed one of his associates had been to the unit, and he intended to bill me for missing items, though he would not say what was missing. Days later, he acknowledged his cleaning staff had taken some items off-site for cleaning. However, the host persisted, saying he intended to fine me because the thermostat was set outside his prescribed limits. Despite my denial and no evidence to indicate I set the thermostat, he pursued a funds request for the thermostat issue.
Overall, the security risk from the back door, the host’s knowing use of stained linens, his patronizing comments, and his baseless claims against me made this rental a total failure. I recommend avoiding this location until the host makes some needed changes. If the security of the back door is improved, it could be an acceptable crash pad after an eventful evening. However, families should consider other accommodations.
Note: Each assertion I made in this review is supported by evidence, and I do not take negative reviews lightly. I sincerely hope the host secures the back door to the unit and reevaluates how he treats his guests so he is able to turn this unit into a secure, enjoyable location.