I don’t have just a whole lot of experience with Airbnb’s, but I did have a long career in hospitality management before recently retiring. I think it is safe for me to assume that Cathy’s (and Rodney’s) Airbnb far exceeds the average. I found it exceptional.
This spacious, 2-bedroom apartment was sparkling clean. It is nicely equipped with literally just about everything you can imagine needing, and then some! It is all mostly top line stuff too, not the subpar type items that typically get put in rental units. The furnishings throughout were clean, well maintained, comfortable and stylish. They were placed thoughtfully, from the perspectives of both aesthetics and practicality.
It seemed to me like absolutely nothing was left out—from the multiple coffee making options complete with coffee and even cream—to the cozy and stylish living room throws—to the comfortable work desk stashed with just about every office device/supply imaginable—to the comfortably cushioned bedroom chairs for putting on socks—to the customizable shower head for the perfect water pressure—to the cell phone charger ready to go on the bedside table! These really are just samples off the top of my head. I could literally go on and on. I honestly believe the quality of care that went into furnishing this unit surpasses the investment a lot of people make in setting up their very own living spaces!
Cathy has used her artist’s touch to full advantage in creating this cheerful and comforting environment. For example, the patterns and colors on various soft goods like area rugs, throw pillows and bedspreads stood out as a cut above. Cathy has further personalized the space by placing her own wall art throughout the unit. Spectacular! During my stay, I kept discovering new and unexpected extra little touches. This served to elevate my experience even more.
My expectations were far exceeded by Cathy’s Airbnb. I haven’t even mentioned how delightfully charming and peaceful her and Rodney’s Woodbourne neighborhood is; or how above and beyond she went to not only thoroughly answer all my questions, but to offer me valuable insights I didn’t even know to ask about!
To sum it up, I will borrow terminology from my hospitality career days to say that I was awed and dazzled by this Airbnb experience. My experience in the business may actually mean that my threshold for that is set rather high too! I will definitely be seeking out Cathy’s place when I next need a place to stay in the Boston area.