This was our first VRBO rental. The location was amazing, and outdoor area was mostly very nice. We loved playing corn hole, being right on the lake, and the sunrises were spectacular.
The description of “modern cabin” is accurate in that there is electricity, running water, a ceiling fan, and appliances. There is no A/C or heat, so the temp outside is pretty much the temp inside, and on a warm day, the inside is even hotter. Also, the doors do not close all the way, and are not weather-stripped, so there are mice (which we saw running around) and other pests in the cabin.
When we arrived the place was filthy; we expected some “lake dampness and smell”, but it smelled like no one had been in it for months, there was sand all over the floor and there were cobwebs in every room, complete with a layer of grime on the stove. We were shocked to look in the guest book and find it has been occupied most of this summer. It clearly was not cleaned well after previous guests, and the linens or mattresses on the bunk beds smell very musty. The bathroom and kitchen counter and table had been wiped down at least. We washed every dish utensil, pot, and pan before and after using, as those weren’t terribly clean either. Next time I will surely ask more questions before paying this kind of money for a rental.