With great weather our week stay to visit Savannah, Tybee Island and a day trip to Hilton Head was wonderful and fun, this property was not the reason.
It’s important to note we do not have an axe to grind & absolutely want to portray any property we have stayed in the most positive light possible. For this uncozy cottage we simply couldn’t do it. It was a terrible property and overall living experience. It shouldn’t be listed to rent in its current condition. When we first pulled up…the front yard, roof and driveway looked as if this house had been abandoned. We were getting concerned before we went in the front door.
Met by leaves, spider webs and various debris on the steps. The front porch portrayed the grunginess we would see in many areas. Upon entering the house a musty smell met us with every lampshade askew. The only bathroom was tight with the light above the sink (on)for the duration of our stay. The small chain that turned it on was broken and we couldn’t turn it off. No exhaust fan either. The hot cold taps and bathtub spout were coated with something and needed to be cleaned, which we did.
Most importantly the floors were not clean. My wife’s white socks bottoms were black after wearing in the house and my slippers were coated in the same manner. One pays a cleaning fee and you must ask what do they do with this money? Surely not clean. Please note, we did not call anyone to discuss this. We simple stayed outside much longer to limit our inside exposure and didn't want anyone coming in while we were there. All this should have been done correctly the first time, right? And once you have arrived and your payment has been taken.. it’s a tough uphill climb.
Additionally, we thought we booked with Vrbo but as it turned out Vacasa popped up after the reservation was made. Emails came from Vrbo Canada so be aware it wasn’t the Vrbo we’ve successfully booked with before.
On the bright side, the coffee maker worked well, the fridge was clean, there was a nice television with many choices, and the water was good. Unfortunately that couldn’t overcome the negatives. This might be perfect for someone..just not us.
On the website the pictures, descriptions and reviews give you the confident impression this house is a tidy gem. That’s simply not what we experienced. Vintage and cozy descriptions should not be an excuse for unclean, shabby and rundown. Hopefully this helps others and the condition of this property changes.
