The accomodation is not newly renovated. The bathroom vanity cabinet doors are water damaged, the shower tiles grout filthy, blinds handles/rims filthy, most surfaces dirty including light switches and areas around the light switches. Bedroom lamps broken and glass repaired only with tape revealing shape edges (very dangerous). BBQ was filthy. It appears the owner did not follow airbnb's five step enhanced clean.
I found Amber's listing misleading. It was advertised with parking on premises. However, there was not any dedicated parking for the unit and it was first come, first served. Listing also included breakfast but none was provided. After reading the listing that included breakfast, asked what breakfast was provided. Amber said that the property did not offer breakfast and it was an error on her behalf. Because of the error, Amber offered a complimentary basket. I assumed this would include some breakfast items, but we were only provided a couple of packets of chips, four small bottles of soft drinks and a box of chocolates. I asked if fresh milk was provided. Amber replied milk will be provided. I expected fresh milk but Amber only left us long life milk. Amber advised Nespresso pods would be provided. Starbucks pods were provided.
Listing included iron. After arriving at the property we discovered that there was no iron after speaking with Amber. She advised that there was not an iron or ironing board. We found this and the parking madness very inconvenient. Listing has since been updated.
The Manly Ferry is not right outside, rather a 30 minute walk if you have you have young children. The accomodation is on the top floor without an elevator. Four and half flights of stairs.
The upsides - bathroom towels and face washers nice, toys great, location great, pool great, tissues, shampoo etc great, paper towel, tissues, toilet paper supply, neighbours lovely and surrounding neighbours very engaging, pool toys great, beds comfortable, and fans fantastic. Double glazed windows great Aircon was great too.