Toby, thank you and your wife for a wonderful and memorable stay.
I have experienced many short term rentals, and as an owner operator of multiple myself, I know what the industry standards look like. Additionally, as a home inspector, I'm naturally vigilant, paying close attention to detail.
What I observed is that hands down, this was the best stay I've experienced. You exceeded my expectations.
Location is critical, and ideally guests want to be at the epicenter of it all. Your home was the ideal location. I hate walking, but the proximity to all essentials gave me no choice. I was just so close to it all. Beach, shopping, night activities, just to name a few. Very convenient, great neighborhood.
Conversely, you offered alternative transportation (bicycles), that would alleviate any reservations of having to take a vehicle. Great amenity.
Sleeping and living conditions is another important factor. The place was isolated compared to other places/locations, it provided me with adequate room and privacy. Having to adjust to a six hour time difference made me wake up at midnight, and was glad I could take a walk, and not become a nuisance.
Being larger than an average human, bed size is always a problem. Always seems to be a prevailing issue in my life for obvious reasons. Not in this case. The mattress was the perfect size for a large man like myself (6 & 230lbs). I slept like a baby.
Kitchen was cozy and adequate choice/options. So was the bathroom.
