First, let's start with the positives:
- This is one of the best Airbnbs I have ever stayed at. I have been doing Airbnb on a regular, at least 2 to 3 times a year since 2013, and have done it all over the US, Europe, and some in the Caribbean.
- The host is an excellent communicator and was available throughout the stay. Issues were acknowledged and addressed within the hour, which was extraordinary considering it was over a weekend.
- The house is beautiful and is well positioned close to shops and groceries etc...
Now the negative:
- It really is just one: because the property is in a very residential area (not like a resort type residential but a regular street), you have to deal with "picky neighbors". People rent Airbnb's for vacations or family getaways. Not for rest, for the most part. I had communicated with the host that we would be having a dinner for my Grandmother's 98th birthday and confirmed that having guests over for 4 to 5 hours would be ok prior to booking. I also checked the city ordinance for noise and verified it was set for 10 pm to 7 am which was as expected. I was a little bit annoyed to receive a call from the host before 10 pm reporting complaints from neighbors for noise that wasn't extreme as I went out to the street and couldn't even hear the music. And as planned we were done by 9:45 pm.
SO if you plan on just relaxing with your family, this will be a great fit, but if you are planning something even remotely lively, you may have to consider another option.
This is in no way the host's fault, but as a guest, it was somewhat annoying, given I had done due diligence.
Thank you to the host for an exceptional service!!