I was in town visiting my family and I booked this VRBO so that I could have a place where I could visit them.
The good: The location was beautiful—pool area overlooking Bayou Teche. Landscaping was beautifully done. Room was nicely decorated with minimal clutter.
The bad:
The rental was not what I had expected—it was listed as “Side House”, but it was actually just a bedroom with a small hallway that was separated from the owners’ living space by a sliding barn-style door. Although there were no other guests on the property, there was little privacy—I could hear host talking and their TV, not to mention the dogs barking, while in the bedroom itself. The host frequently appeared poolside-patio area with us, watering down the cement or blowing leaves with the blower while my mom and kids were trying to visit.
The ugly:
I tried to talk to the host about the rental maybe just not being the right fit for my needs, possibly chalk it up to miscommunication, and that’s when she became irate. It was very, very uncomfortable and I felt vulnerable with my two young kids there. I left immediately, after only two nights. Host made no attempt to work anything out and I was charged for the entire 6 nights that I booked. It should be noted that there were changes to the rental description regarding “events” shortly after or possibly even during my reservation.
I had been looking forward to visiting with my family that we have not been able to see for the last 2 years and this almost ruined our whole trip.
Two weeks after my stay, the owner accused me of a taking a bag from the rental. I have no idea what she is talking about. Do not stay here!