8/10 Good
Paul H., Dartmouth
4 Jun 2024
Lovely location, a few logistical improvements would help
• Pros: Beautiful grounds, garden and hot tub; dishwasher was greatly appreciated, lovely views, excellent Instructions to reach the village.
Cons:
• Internet/cell connectivity in village is poor and upon arrival, couldn’t connect with cell phone OR my portable wifi. I couldn’t reach the owners, and had no photos to identify the house was ours, and instructions were incomplete. Had to knock on doors which was awkward.
• Password for the wifi is wrong. Passwords are case-sensitive! This wasted a lot of time.
• No basic instruction sheet upon arrival. The note on how to start the hot tub was great, but no mention that gas stove was turned off at the wall or that you have to hold the pellet stove on-switch for several seconds to start. No one wants to pester the host with every little question until they are sure they aren’t doing something stupid. Provide clear written instructions, or greet the guests.
• Bathroom: Hot water was fine but shower head needs a major descaling or replace. Heater/towel warmer not working and it was freezing coming out of the shower.
• Kitchen utensils very basic. (no ladle, no measuring spoons/cups etc.) The village is remote so on-site cooking is a necessity; kitchen should be fitted as such.
• Apartment needs to be decluttered. It is too small to have drawers piled with with outdated brochures.
This seems like a long list of cons but all are easily fixed. I hope the hosts choose to do so to make this location everything it can be.
Paul H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024