As we approached the property, the walkway was covered with leaves and sticks. Rain might have accounted for this, but the deck area was covered with cigarette butts as well. Upon entering the house there was a damp mustiness, and an unpleasant odor which turned out to be the result of a septic system failure. While most rooms were neat, and beds had been changed, the dishwasher held dirty dishes and a plate of leftover food was in the oven.
We went out to a restaurant for dinner and returned home to go to bed, no showers were taken that evening.
The next morning, one member of our group started the dishwasher, and took a shower. At that point sewage water began to back up in the adjacent shower, and flooded the floor. The odor from the failed septic system was overwhelming.
The owner arranged for a plumber who was scheduled to arrive by 12:30. Our party was in town for a wedding and moved out to a hotel in order to be able to attend the wedding.
We received a refund from the owner, but are still waiting for a refund from VRBO.