We stayed at this property 4 nights. The home is in a beautiful location with stunning ocean views & historic charm but there are a number of maintenance upkeep issues that don’t align with the premium pricing. The house has character & good bones, but there has been significant deferred maintenance. The entry grounds were unkempt w/downed branches & leaves, significant overgrowth of the drive that brushes against the car & a non-functioning entry gate held together w/bungee cords. Inside the home, we expected some quirks from an older property, but basic functionality should be a given. Missing light bulbs, remotes & thermostats with dead batteries, improperly hemmed/falling drapery, & stained rugs detracted from the experience. There were many spider webs, dirty dishes in the cabinets, & a cloudy pool that made us hesitant to use it. Window screens were torn, unusable, or missing entirely. In fairness, we chose not to report these issues during our stay because we deeply value our privacy & did not want to spend our vacation coordinating w/the host. However, we did share our observations after checkout. Unfortunately, the host responded defensively, noting we should have spoken up sooner. We understand no older home is perfect but at this price point, guests should reasonably expect a higher standard of care & attention to detail. We hope this review helps future guests set realistic expectations & encourages the host to make needed improvements.
