Bernard's place was clean, tasteful, and well stocked with amenities. His prompt communication was much appreciated and he saved me by responding within minutes when I found the coffee grinder didn't work. As it turns out there was a backup in a cupboard that I failed to look in. It was comforting to know that he was only a message away.
The one blemish on the place is the dog. Clearly there was either a miscommunication between he and Stephanie or that the guarantee that the dog will be on a leash or inside 100% of the time guests are there is not true. On check-in I let my 16 month-old daughter walk down the path in front of us. Thankfully I was carrying her when the dog was unexpectedly on the loose. The dog not only ran up and barked aggressively but actually lunged and snapped at my wife. Luckily, my wife held a box of food between her and the dog and Stephanie came and diffused the situation. It could have been much worse.