I honestly don't know where to start.
This was my first AirBnB without a private entrance. I was a tad nervous. I was travelling with my 14 year old son. A guitar player and music lover. As soon as I saw the pictures of Dave's place, I knew I had to book it.
Honestly, anytime anyone mentions our week long trip around Tennessee.. this is the first thing Riley, my son talks about. The place is amazing, but the hospitality was even better.
As soon as we arrived Dave met us at the door with a warm welcome. He even offered me a (much needed) beer. I was immediately put at ease with his warm and kind spirit.
He showed us around, introduced us to his lovely mother, shared with us his amazing music collection and offered for us to use anything we want.
The house has every single thing you can think of, with very thoughtful touches of anything you might have forgotten, from tampons to extra toothbrushes.
It could not have been any cleaner. Comfortable beds. Rooms ajoining with a private bathroom. Not a thing out of place or a speck of dust.
Let me tell you my absolute favorite thing.
We had opry tickets for that night. I got in the shower and when I got out I heard dave and riley playing music together. The greatest sound!! I was listening through the wall as I did my hair and makeup...unbeknownst to them. All through this as I heard dave complimenting Riley and boosting his spirits! He was so genuine and encouraging while lifting him up!
Dave had no idea how much Riley needed to hear that. As a mom, this was completely priceless, and honestly. a moment I'll remember for the rest of my life.
You never know when you are touching someone's heart, and Dave and his mom definitely did that for us. I remember hesitating when I booked over the shared space.... looking back I nearly missed out of one of the best encounters of our life.
My only regret is not booking too days so we could have spent more time at the house.
Thank you so much. For everything.