I stayed with them for a month. Overall, I think they are nice people doing the best they can. However, I experienced them not being comfortable with me using the kitchen on a daily basis. I was surprised to hear from them that other long term guests did not cook regularly. I tried my best to cook every 5-6 days; cook before Lee would start her kitchen. These methods were helpful, but not a lot. I always felt not welcome in the kitchen space and would always walk on egg shells.
Perhaps they have been hosts for a long time, and I feel they are burned out. I say so as I am going to share some of the instances.
There was an issue with the bath towel. I changed my towel position in the bathroom from a hook to a place I could spread it out (it was damp). Many evenings when Lee came from work; she would be overwhelmed, and I would try to stay clear. I mentioned it to her next morning. She screamed, had a very angry look, snatched my and other neighboring towels, and accused me of using other towels. I had to defend myself saying that I only used my towel. She apologized later; but clearly I did not expect such behavior from a host.
The utensils to heat food for guests were 2 steel pots only. And we were two guests staying there. Last weekend, she had invited guests, and used both the pots in the afternoon. I had no pot to heat my food. I asked when would be an appropriate time to heat my dinner (I was considerate as she had guests that night), and she said 5:00 pm, to which I disagreed. If I had two Airbnb guests, and limited kitchen space; I would either not invite additional guests, or not take in two long term Airbnb guests, but that is me. That night I requested I close the kitchen door after dinner, as I had to get up early next day. The air was clearly filled with tension; I could see they did not like my request. Surprisingly, the laughter and noise got louder after the request. I wondered why I had requested in the first place.
Additionally, there was no dishwasher or microwave. Heating in the microwave would be helpful, as it would reduce the time and energy washing the pots. The bus stops were up and down the steep hill. So if one does not drive, getting groceries by bus and walk is not an easy task.
I cannot speak for short term. But if one decides to stay long term and walk to get the groceries, and use the kitchen on a daily basis, this may not be the best place.
Finally, Toby was a wonderful dog. Outside issues around the kitchen, towel etc., I think they are basically good people, but are too overwhelmed. They could perhaps not include kitchen in amenities for long-term guests.