The check-in was stressful as the owner insisted on speaking French, expecting us to understand. Some written guidance would have been easier to follow and translate.
During our 11-day stay, the owner visited five times to check on the pool, which felt excessive and intrusive. These visits disrupted our privacy, particularly when they happened in the afternoons, forcing the kids out of the pool. After some persistence, we rescheduled them to early mornings, but the lack of notice and the owner’s refusal to communicate in English made it uncomfortable.
There were no basic provisions such as dishwasher tablets, toilet paper, soap, washing-up liquid, or bin liners. The fridge wasn’t cleaned properly, with food leftovers from previous guests still inside.
We also discovered after booking that there were extra charges for sheets, towels, and cleaning. The £180 fee seemed steep, so we brought our own, which turned out to be a good decision. Only bed throws and one pillow per person were provided, and no duvets.
On the positive side, the garden and pool area were lovely. The house had air conditioning in the living area and the corridor outside two bedrooms, but the third bedroom only had a fan. The Wi-Fi was spotty, only working on one side of the house.
In summary, the property offers great outdoor space, but the owner's intrusive visits and lack of essential items were disappointing.