Cozy 4 Bed 2 Bath Pet Friendly Condo

This house was great. We really liked the front porch with plenty of room and chairs for us to hang out. Russ was accessible and easy to deal with. The house was clean and we had plenty of room for the 8 adults, 2 babies, and of course, our beautiful dog. The location was good- close enough to ride bikes and walk on the boardwalk as well as only a couple of blocks from the grocery store. We really liked that we could bring our dog.

I was really disappointed walking into the rental. I did not realize how many steps there were to get to the front door. Then there was a whole flight to get to the bedrooms and then another flight to get to the kitchen and sitting area. As soon as I walked into the home it smelled like dog pee and it was on every floor. It looked like no one swept or vacuumed the home or steps as there was dog hair on every step. Lastly the bathrooms had mold on the shower curtains and ceiling, even one of the bedrooms had mold on the curtain. The futons were stained and I had to buy blankets to cover them up in order to sit on them. We made the best of the week but I would not spend the money to stay here.

Very cozy, and a responsive, helpful owner.

It's a good price for the location and condition, and I love that I can bring my pet. However, I was surprised when I arrived that Russ told me the outdoor shower wasn't working due to the harsh winter. We rented second week in July, and felt this should have been fixed and in working order prior to our rental week. When I requested it to be repaired, he seemed put out. Fixed by middle of the week. You also must love climbing steps, I mean, really LOVE steps. You climb a flight of steps just to get to the entry door where once through, are met by a weird landing/storage area. Climb another flight of steps to the bedrooms and first shower. Then another flight of steps to the kitchen, living room. If you've been working towards those buns of steel, rent this house.

Also on the punch list of repairs or things that need attention:

1. kitchen cabinet doors don't close all the way. Not a biggie, but we didn't put things in it.

2. grill on deck needs a grease catcher. The grease literally spills everywhere when using it. Maybe bring an empty coffee can during your stay if you plan on using the grill.

3. sign on washer and dryer clearly marks that only renters using the 4 bed, 2 bath unit are permitted to use the designated machines, yet the other resident tenants used ours anyway. It was irritating.

4. the refrigerator and freezer didn't get that cold even after adjusting the thermostats. There is a piece of particle board painted white in the freezer used as a shelf. lol

5. wasn't clear on how to get cable in one of the bedrooms to work. We figured it out after asking instructions from Russ. Make sure you talk to him before trying to figure it out yourself.

6. no smoke detectors. None. wth?

7. It needs a good cleaning. We noticed a lot dust and dirt throughout the house.

8. It's not a bad place, but don't expect it to be the nicest place on the street. Needs some curb appeal.

9. The kitchen inventory of available kitchen cups, plates and utensils is lacking. If you plan on more than 4 people staying, bring paper cups and plates and forks, spoons and knives.

10. Not much closet space anywhere. Not a big deal if you're only staying a week, but pack light.

Hope that list helps.

Communication with hosts was easy.