8/10 Good
Kelsy A., Grants Pass, Or
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home in a Stunning Setting (But a Bumpy Checkout)
This is a lovely home in a great location. Calm ocean access for swimming and snorkeling, a gorgeous poolside lounge, and a layout that worked perfectly for our group of three families.That said, there were a few hiccups. The small bungalow smelled strongly of cigarette smoke, which was too much for two of our kids. One of the main bedrooms also became unusable after a roof leak soaked the mattress during a storm, and no one came to check on the damage.We just rolled with these issues during our 5 night stay —it’s Moorea, and we understand that maintenance can be challenging. But at checkout, we were charged 279 for three worn kayak paddles that had “lost” their pins. We offered to fix the paddles temporarily with zip ties and pay to replace the pins, but the host declined and requested a wire transfer for brand-new paddles. We've lived on a river for 20 years and kayak all summer—we’ve never had pins fall out.It felt unbalanced to be asked to overlook a bedroom that couldn't be used due to a leaky roof, but then be asked to replace old kayak equipment. We really did love the home and its setting, and maybe we caught the host on a bad week. Still, future guests may want to clarify expectations ahead of time.
Kelsy A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025