What do you value in an AirBnb experience? Is it excellent communication and helpful travel tips from the host managing the listing? What about being greeted in person at the extravagant Victorian home of the on-site host: a beautiful and brilliant woman with a heart of gold, unmatched work ethic, and profound life advice? Maybe chocolates and a welcome note next to your bed, fresh coffee every morning, or an unlimited supply of purified water? How about a parking space within a gated yard, clean towels every day, free run of a spacious kitchen, and a comfortable, air-conditioned room? Sounds too good to be true, right? . . . Wrong.
If you value staying at a quality accommodation with an authentic, human touch, please do yourself a favor and book this listing for your next stay in Providence!
In truth, I had another booking with an AirBnb downtown, but the host cancelled within a week of my attending a major conference—and in hindsight, I’m glad they did. With very few rooms left at reasonable prices (everyone had jacked up their rates with the event going on), AirBnb suggested Erlinda’s lovely home, and I’m really grateful it was still available.
My experience couldn’t have been more positive, and I believe it all started with where I ended up staying. Eric and Erlinda make a great team, and as a seasoned traveler, I’ve never felt more taken care of while on the road. Many thanks to these amazing super co-hosts!