I couldn't stay at this place due to a canceled flight on Christmas Eve. The airline couldn't rebook us for 4 days, making the cross-country trip not viable for our 1 week vacation. I asked the host for a 50% refund 5 days in advance of arrival, but he refused. Sure, I should have bought travel insurance, but every other vendor that I booked with (Alaska Airlines, Marriott Hotel, Turo host, another AirBnB host, Statue of Liberty Tour) gladly gave me a full refund. I'll let you decide if this is a host you want to do business with:
"Hello Ted. I got you, however the policy cancellation for my place is strict as I had done several expenditures to have the place ready for your stay. Hence cancelling ain’t an option. I appreciate your understanding. Luis"
I followed up clarifying that I didn't want him to lose any money which is why I requested only 50% and never heard back from him. I did not cancel my booking solely so I could leave this review. I paid for it, after all.