The space is in a great location. I loved getting to visit one of my favorite restaurants and enjoyed being back in Brooklyn.
The place is great at first glance. Once you settle in, small things start to become noticeable. I worked in service and hospitality for 15 years so I’m inclined to look for and see more than most I guess. Yes, it’s annoying to me too.
Upon arrival, I notice serval stains and some hairs on the pillows and bedding. Perhaps the sheets were actually clean and simply need replacing altogether. My expectation is that bedding is super clean, stain free, and free of hair from the housekeeper or previous guests. The host told us where we could find replacement bedding but it was also stained. Nothing bodily, just bad laundry sorting.
I think more care and thought can be put into cleaning the space. The light switches could use some cleaning. High touch surfaces could also use care and cleaning. You can see light brown stains where other guests are touching surfaces. While not awful, it reminds you you’re sharing a space that could use more thorough cleaning in between stays.
The bathtub is beautiful but we found a few hairs from the previous guests. Overall, housekeeping could be more mindful and focused. The host might also want to invest in new bedding and bathroom rugs. The white ikea rugs everyone uses has clearly been used for a while and it’s time to rotate in some new textiles.
Some of the construction could use improvement. The kitchen ceiling has a stain and could use repair. Overall it seems like a high traffic space that could use more attention.
Also, the mosquitoes are no joke. I wore bug repellent to bed the 2nd night. I’m not sure if there’s anything the host can do but nevertheless. Be sure to enter quickly and close the door. They hangout in the front door walkway.
Upstairs can get a little noisy but I’m not sure if anything can be done and I think it’s to be expected.
I think the host has good intentions but it seems the place is geared to turnover quickly. It could use a pause and reset with strict cleaning guidelines and a strong checklist.
Overall, I think most would be happy here. I just feel more comfortable in places that are cleaner. Also, Julian was kind and responsive. They’ve created a great space in an ideal location.