House right on Estuary, at Appledore, Devon, Shops, Pubs, Playground all close

As this is the only time we have ever got a rating lower than 4 (with most at 5) I wish to provide some context. I was not told by my neighbours ahead of time, but Wendy's group had to endure some noise and disturbance in their week because the neighbours chose that week for some house repairs. This clearly detracted from their experience and so likely impacted their rating.

Glad you enjoy the house and have already confirmed your return for next year, your third straight year.

Chris, it is great to have you back each summer. As family friends, I acknowledge that we were slack in not providing you with the kind of Covid statement that other renters (where there is no personal connection) will be getting (i.e. a description of what we are doing to ensure Covid-compliance and providing as safe an environment as we possibly can to our guests). Rest assured, as you and I have since discussed, the house was about as safe as it possibly could be, given non occupancy for many weeks prior to your visit. We will be proactively providing all future guests with a "Covid statement" to tell them exactly what we are doing (and indeed what they should be doing) to keep the house safe.