This will be one of the only negative reviews of a product or service I have ever written. All of my experiences in working with VRBO and VRBO owners - up to this point - have been wholly positive. Properties have been as advertised, owners have been responsive when routine issues arise and previous reviews of the property in question have been thorough and accurate. This review is an attempt to forewarn future renters based on our experience with the property so that they can make an informed decision.
If you are looking for a clean, functioning and accommodating property free of bugs and mysterious stains, where the mattresses are supportive, the furniture doesn’t look like it’s 30 years old and where the TV doesn’t give off an aquatic shade of blue regardless of which channel you’d like to watch, this home is likely not for you.
We had the opportunity to meet the VRBO owner upon our arrival. He seemed like a nice enough fellow, but it was hard not to notice the caution tape preventing anyone from accessing a porch on the side of the house. Turns out, the porch is literally rotting off the house (it wasn’t the only instance of rot we noticed during our stay).
Did the lights turn on? Did the water run from the faucets? Were the kitchen cabinets stocked with the bare essentials? Did the toilets flush? Yes to all. However, given the rate charged, the overall lack of cleanliness, it is our opinion that this house was not as advertised.
Buyer beware. If interested, we have pictures of the property during our stay to help verify and substantiate the commentary provided as part of this review.