At first glance, this home appears clean and nicely updated. Once we settled in, it became clear that many of the “updates” were poorly done DIY projects with noticeable construction issues. Upon arrival, we found an active wasp nest at the front door, dirty patio furniture on the front and back patio, and a primary shower door that was malfunctioning and clearly in need of repair. To the owner’s credit, these issues were addressed quickly after we reported them, although the shower door could not be repaired during our stay. The owner did offer a two-hour late checkout, which we appreciated. However, the pest problem was the final straw prompting this review. We noticed several small baby bugs in the primary bathroom shower and bedrooms and multiple large roaches running through the kitchen. It became clear this house had an infestation. I immediately contacted the owner to report what we had observed and expressed how disappointed we were. Rather than acknowledging the seriousness of the issue or offering any meaningful solution or compensation, the owner attempted to minimize our concerns by suggesting they were not roaches. Based on what we personally observed, that explanation was not credible. A vacation rental should be clean, safe, and properly maintained. While cosmetic updates can make a property look appealing in photos, they cannot make up for significant maintenance issues and and and an apparent pest problem. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this property.