We booked a stay for a 50 something couple for 16 nights. I have a few minor issues that I will go through at the end of the review as they did not detract from the whole experience. I've stayed in 3 other units previously with different hosts.
The check in process was very smooth. A numbered key lock worked perfectly. The unit is ground floor, in a security gated community near to the Gold Coast Hotel. There is plenty of parking and the location of Dikla's place faces the back of the Strip and is a 1 minute walk from the pools.
The living room is one sofa, one coffee table, 2 lamps and a TV on a unit. The TV has basic cable. The bedroom has one king size bed, 2 bedside tables, a small vanity unit and a small walk in closet. There was just one coat hanger in the closet. We found the bed very comfy, quite a hard mattress, just the way we like it.
The bathroom had a vanity/sink unit, a toilet and a bath/shower. It took a while to figure out the exact setting to get the right temperature for a shower. You couldn't have a big bath as there was never enough hot water.
The kitchen was well equipped with a large oven/hob/microwave, a large fridge freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher and sink. We bought new frying pans simply because we are fussy, but needed to purchase a baking sheet as there was not one provided (there is now!). There is a kettle and a small 2 cup coffee machine, perfect for us.
The dining area had a small glass table with 3 chairs. There was plenty of crockery and cutlery.
The unit has air conditioning. There is a train track very near that we really rarely noticed but could be a distraction for others I assume.
There are two pools. The first is the Oasis pool, which is not heated and is freezing cold regardless of the time of year. The newer pool is not as attractive, but is heated and has an adjoining hot-tub. I've never known more than 10 people at the pool, so we've always been able to get a lounger and plenty of space.
There were just enough towels for use at the pool and we washed our own bed linen as we were there for such a long time.
Communication - I had reason to contact the host and it was frustrating not to get quicker responses, normally an hour or two. I actually messaged a previous host for some information as I knew they would respond instantly (and they did)
The issues I had....
1) The cable TV did not work when we arrived. It appeared that the previous tenant had stolen the remote control and HDMI cable to the TV. Dikla must have thought we were mad, but she made every effort to resolve. She got a relative to provide a replacement remote that unfortunately did not work. She arranged for the cable company to come out and get us up and running. Ongoing this should not be an issue.
2) When we arrived, the heated pool has been closed by the health authority for 3 months. The security staff just shrugged and said there was no timescale on it being fit to open, Dikla said that it was open and available for use, but I confirmed with security, other guests and another host that it was indeed closed. Had we known this prior to travelling, we would have changed our booking as the pool is important to us. However, after a week, it opened for business, so again, should not be an issue in future.
3) The off-white tiled floor in the property was dirty and clearly had not been cleaned. We only noticed when the bottom of our feet and socks became black.
4) The air conditioning. I have no idea if the thing is on some kind of timer, or just not very good, but during the heat of the day, it was great. However, I woke up many times is a sweat and the temperature had risen 10 degrees since we went to sleep. On our final morning, it was 77° according to the A/C control panel.
Would I stay here again? Yes I would. I love the location and the community in general. I've stayed in better units in the same place but Dikla's place offers great value for money.