I would have given a zero star review if that had been option. I am unable to say more as I was threatened I would be sued for libel as the owner and I disagree about the issues we had. My review would not have been untrue but the owner feels the deficiencies I brought to his attention are unfounded and therefore in his mind; untrue.
This is a direct copy and paste from his last communication to me:
"I categorically disagree with your assertions about the unit. It was fully operable and clean and full of everything stated and photographed in the listing. In fact, I had an -------- guest check out the morning of the day you checked in and they gave a GREAT review.
Thus, I hereby demand that you refrain from posting any false and damaging comments. In the event you do, I reserve the right to sue for Trade Libel I. The Superior Court of California and will seek money damages, attorney's fees, and costs.
Lastly, please do not contact me further. In the event I get a booking that covers the days you blocked out I will graciously consider applying it as an offset. But make no mistake I am not obligated to and your continued texts and messages do not help.
Take care."
He is a lawyer and I believe a lawyer when they say they will sue you. I did not receive any refund of my 17 unused days and was forced to pay twice as much for a 30 day minimum rental elsewhere.
Lastly, my complaints were not allegations of uncleanliness, etc. as he stated, it was far more serious. Again, I am unable to state what they were for fear of retribution and legal ramifications.
It saddens me that it came to this as I am a person who believes you can always come to a resolution if you have a meeting of the minds.