We had a good stay. We were able to navigate around different parts of town with no more than a 20 minute drive for 8-12 mile trips. The home looked like the picture and the door cameras added a sense of security as the home is in a transitional neighborhood with some new construction. The host was very pleasant and communicated very well.
A four was provided due to some issues with cleanliness of some items. Toothbrush holder, cup, and shower mat in master bedroom was dirty upon arrival. Rinsing cup in second bathroom was not clean. When I removed the linen on the last day, there were stains on the mattress protector in the master bedroom where I slept. Not from me. I usually bring my own sheets, pillow case and blanket when I travel, a must for me during COVID. The other bedroom used did not have an issue and was clean. All of the concerns above, except the mattress protector I shared with the owner who was also concerned and shared this information with the cleaning company he used.
There was also an issue with the dishwasher in which upon repair it was discovered that previous guests had broken glass that clogged the drain. The owner promptly had someone come to repair it and it was working as new.
Last, due to the couch's light color, dirt shows easily. The cleaning company, probably should clean the sofa after each visit. I personally, do not sit directly on a sofa or lay on bed linen. I always travel with my own sheets and blankets and use a blanket to cover cloth sofas.
Yard: There was a lot of overgrowth, maybe due to the rain. Some grass areas were more than 8 inches. I was there a week Sunday to Sunday with no yard maintenance. The shrubbery area was not maintained well. Lots of weed overgrowth. The front porch is nice but upon arrival there were about 5 large 8 inches or more spider webs. I knocked them down with a broom. I also used the broom to brush down the spider webs on the porch ceiling.
The items of concern in regards to cleanliness and yard maintenance can be addressed with a cleaning company committed to the details and more frequent yard maintenance.
The rest of the house was clean. Plenty of towels. Cleaning supplies etc. Carpet was cleaned. Bathrooms were very clean. The owner has a few items pantry items available which was a very nice touch. I ate the M&Ms. You will hear the fire department answering calls quite frequently but the sound is not bad. There is a church across the street and another church down the block. Grocery stores Kroger and Walmart are 1.5 miles away.
The tv is nice. There is only one downstairs. The instructions for the home are great. I received prompt help from the owner in less than 5 minutes when I accidently turned on the heat and could not figure how to turn it off.
Even with some of the issues mentioned. We had a good stay. The neighborhood is quiet. We appreciate the hospitality given and the prompt attention by the owner to our concerns.