Title: Welcome to vacation paradise - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=92885129&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to vacation paradise Vacation home in Ararat with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Welcome to vacation paradise ![Property grounds - Welcome to vacation paradise (Ararat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92885200/92885129/3cd1fa06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Welcome to vacation paradise (Ararat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92885200/92885129/448722b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Welcome to vacation paradise (Ararat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92885200/92885129/e379b603.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Welcome to vacation paradise (Ararat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92885200/92885129/fbfb55bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Welcome to vacation paradise (Ararat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92890000/92885200/92885129/c7fa4080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a serene retreat surrounded by woods and just minutes from Pilot Mountain State Park. With a zipline, trampolines, gym, fish pond with fountains and hammocks to unwind in this tranquil setting. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Welcome to vacation paradise If you looking for a romantic, private getaway with full SPA experience, then the Vacation paradise is the right place for you. Everything inside and out is created to enhance your comfort, peace and full relax. It starts from electric king bed with vibration massage, zero gravity and TV position for restful sleep. Freedom TVwith 20000 life channels and 20000 movies and series. The place has a private gym with access from the kitchen, full furnished with all equipment, new far infrared sauna for detox and rejuvenation, vibration plate for improving the lymphatic flow, sound system also connected to the deck outside, treadmill with a tv scherm in front for experience of virtual walk, tanning bed, bow flex, row machine, spinning bike, belt massager, Abs machine, yoga swing and more. You can perform your workout under the aroma of essential oils for Peace and Clarity from a diffuser in the gym and play healing frequencies or bird sounds from the two TV sets in the gym. You can also enjoy steam bath and shower for two in second bathroom or have an aroma bath in the bath tub with gets in the other one. There is a sun room with work space, books, keyboard and family games You can take peaceful walks in the yard enjoying the sound of water from the fountain and the birds, sitting on the benches under the banana trees, feeding koi fish in the pond in the front yard, and experience a full privacy as the neighbors are far away and nobody can see you or hear if you play loud music .You can enjoy private hot tub in the gazebo outdoors, and take plunges in the private pool. There are 2 trampolines in the yard, many places to sit under the trees, and two hammocks with net for a nap under the green canopy There is possibility to call a professional masseuse home to get massage in the gym, as it has a massage table there. The place is surrounded by beautiful mountain parks and trails just 15 to 20 min away. You can degustate homemade wine in the numerous wineries situated in the mountains with mesmerizing views just 15 to 20 min away from the place. There are many hiking trails around and you can rent from me bicycles and skates if you need to. Not to mention Mount Airy, Andy Griffits town , only 15 min away, which is a famous tourist destination. I have a guide book with QR code on the work space desk, where I have listed all points of view, restaurants, trails and mountain parks which I personally experienced and love. My moto is; The measure of my sucess is my guests comfort and contentment. Be my guests and experience this little resort called Vacation paradise! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Bicycles - Gym ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Dont use sunscreen before going in the hot tub. Close umbrellas before leaving the pool deck. Dont leave the floats in the pool after use. Dont leave kids in the gym without supervision and dont move the equipment in the gym around. Do not enter in the pond and dont cast rocks or other decoration in the pond. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Ararat, this vacation home is in the mountains. Creekside Stadium 10 and Andy Griffith Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dobson Splash Pad and Dobson Square Park. Andy Griffith's Homeplace and Mayberry Replica Courthouse are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ararat travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ararat.dx6351318) [View more Vacation homes in Ararat](https://www.expedia.ca/Ararat-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6351318-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.39466,-80.61749&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ued%7DEhr%60kN%3FS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%40S%40Q%40S%40S%40QBS%40QBSBQBQBSBQBQDQDSBQDQDQDQFQDQDOFQFQDOHOFQFOFOHOFOHOHOHMFOJMHOHKHMJOJMHKJMJKJMJKJKJKLIJMLIJILKJGLILILILGLILGLGLGNGLELGLENENELENCLCNELCNCNCNALCNANANANAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNBNDLDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLHLFLHLHLHJFLJJHLHJLJHLJJJJJJLJJJLHJJLHNJLHJHNHNHLHLHPFLHNHNFNFNFPFNFNFPDPFNDPFPDPDPDPBPDRDPBPBPBRBPBPBR%40P%40RBR%40P%40R%40P%40R%40R%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRARARAPARAPCRARAPCRCPCPCRCPCREPEPCPEPEPERGNEPGPEPGNGNGPGNGPGLIPILGNININILILINILKLILKLIJKLKJKLKJKJMLKHKJMHKJMHKHMHMFMHMHMFMFMHODMFMDMFODMDMDODODMBOBOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%40O%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAOAO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOEMCOCMCOEMEOEOEMEMGMEOGMEMIMGMGMIMIMGMIKIMIKKMIKKMIKMKKKKKMKKKMIKKMKMIMIMIOKKGOIOIMIQGMIQGMGQGOIQEOGOGQEQEQGOESEQEQCQEQEQCSCQCSCQCQCSAQCSAQASASAQASAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H1_i94H3RxXS_WiCqy6bWMNOUVM=) Ararat, NC ### What's nearby - ![Finally got to visit Mayberry.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058384/8e5ee3ea-2736-4e07-bcbb-20763785eb79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Andy Griffith Museum 14 min drive \- 18.0 km - Northern Hospital 12 min drive \- 16.7 km - Northern Regional Hospital 12 min drive \- 16.7 km - Andy Griffith's Homeplace 13 min drive \- 17.4 km - Mayberry Mall 15 min drive \- 19.0 km ### Getting around - Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) 40 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 10 min drive - McDonald's 12 min drive - Chick-fil-A 12 min drive - Wendy's 12 min drive - Starbucks 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Welcome to vacation paradise have a pool? ### Is Welcome to vacation paradise pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Welcome to vacation paradise? ### What time is check-out at Welcome to vacation paradise? ### Where is Welcome to vacation paradise located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Welcome to vacation paradise Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle R. Sep 11, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Like a private mini hotel Host was very helpful and answered call immediately or needed. The house has everything you can need to enjoy yourself. Only used the kingg bed and it was extremely comfortable. ##### Michelle R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Natasha W. Aug 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonder stay Great family vacation The bees seem to love the salt water pool and were there constantly but never got stung. ##### Natasha W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer D. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Has everything We enjoyed our stay at this house. It is a very unique house(in a good way). It has everything you would need and more for a home away from home. We enjoyed the pool, hot tub and the massage chair the most. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bethann L. Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Stefi, has created a perfect getaway. She has thought of everything to make the stay comfortable. She was easy to communicate with and available for any questions. Would recommend to anyone ##### Bethann L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### linda C. Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and fun From check in to check out everything was seamless. The house and grounds were beautiful, there is even a kiwi tree! My family loved the gym (especially the exercise swing) and the kitchen had everything we needed. So much care and attention to detail by the owner. We will definitely be back! ##### linda C. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### devang g. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great State Park Trip Great place for the kids with lots of outdoor space/activities at the home and convenient to explore the local state parks and wineries. House has everything you could need and slept our crew of 6 comfortably. Stefi was there in person to check us in and was easy to contact. ##### devang g. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff L. May 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place and owner ! This place has everything! All the amenities are wonderful ! It is a great place to relax or be active…..all without having to leave the house. For an extended stay or if you just like to cook, Stefi’s kitchen has any equipment you need to prepare anything. We stay in a lot of VRBO’s and this had all the conveniences we have at home...plus ! The longer you can stay…..the better ! ##### Jeff L. Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry A. Aug 12, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private resort This was exactly what we were looking for. Something close to home, private, with a view and some water. They yard was like a little resort, so beautiful and private. Lots of sitting areas to enjoy, while listening to the many fountains all around. My Grandson so enjoyed the pool as we all did. Stefi was very nice and supplied us with all of our needs. ##### Larry A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### GLORIA V. Jul 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Privacy paradise My teen grandaughter and her BF were occupied with something any time we were at the house. The zipline across the the yard, over the pool was the coolest. I enjoyed the quiet backyard. We were no more than 30 min. away from anything we were looking to do. ##### GLORIA V. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert H. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and Romantic It’s like your very own secluded island in the middle of wine country. Literally no one around for at least 1-2 acres. You would have to stay in a big resort WITHOUT any privacy to get the same access to pool, hot tub, complete gym with sauna & tanning bed. I was going to sleep in the massage chair until I discovered the adjustable king bed with head & foot massage options!! Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again for our getaway. ##### Robert H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse L. Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Worked for our lil family Traveled with my husband and 9 month old. We made sure to bring our own play pen and crib because we don’t expect places to be equipped for babies. The master bedroom had a very comfortable bed and was equipped with comfortable sheets and many blankets if you need them. The shower had great pressure and got really hot which I really appreciated. The house is stocked with everything you could ever want and more, including gym, sauna, hot tub, great yard. We enjoyed bringing our baby around the yard to show him different plants and the unique decor items. We all enjoyed sitting on the porch for meals. 15 minutes to pilot mountain and 38 minutes to hanging rock. This was a great place for our needs. ##### Jesse L. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia S. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oasis Beautiful home. It's an oasis. This was my first time renting a house. I wish i had rented it for a longer stay. The grounds are beautiful. We got to feed the fish. The pool was perfect. We even used the gym and the tanning bed. The massage chair was very relaxing. My 4 year old just loved running around the yard. It's almost endless. Thank you for having us. I hope you will let us rent again. ##### Alicia S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Misty S. Aug 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall a nice stay Everything was exactly as listed. Enjoyed the amenities of the home. Very clean and nicely decorated. Host was easy to get in contact with for any questions. This is out in the country so you will have to deal with an occasional frog and lots of bees. But that is life outdoors. There is a honey bee farmer near by and I don't think he waters his bees. Thankfully there were docile so I never got stung. Just a little annoying to have them around you while your swimming. I enjoyed the hot tub most of all, nice relaxing spot at the end of the day. My husband loved the exercise room and all the equipment that is there. ##### Misty S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorri C. Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our stay here was amazing! The description of the property does not give it justice. The house reminds me of a country cottage. The rooms are all good sizes, workout room is amazing, the main shower is a dream with the multiple jets and temperature setting, and if you like to cook this is the place for you with the duel ovens and every appliance you can think of! If you enjoy nature this is defiantly for you!! The landscaping should be in Better Homes and Gardens! There are groves of banana trees, fig trees, kiwi trees, various species of pine trees, rose bushes everywhere you look, and a variety of gorgeous flowers, just to name a few. The property has water fountains and a lovely pond with a waterfall and benches. There are swings of various types located all over the property.There are two nature trails through the woods that open to a field of yellow flowers and butterflies. There is just way to much to list. The pool is huge with lounge chairs and umbrellas. Other people mentioned bees in their reviews. There are no longer bees near the pool. Apparently they belonged to a neighbor which has been taken are of. The hot tub is huge and sets under a wooden privacy canopy and chairs to lounge in when you exit the hot tub. There is an infrared grill and a fire pit. Tables, chairs, and swings are strategically placed all over the property. The host is simply a doll. She made sure that we had everything we needed!!!! Thank You! ![Kiwi Tree](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3e463900-c83c-4d92-88ac-715a0914394e-1758832472846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Sample of chairs and tables all over the property ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/be16f063-86dc-4007-8dff-5f81558d36ad-1758832561346.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![One of several water fountains. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5f536143-f16d-4e1e-a223-15ef43be1e99-1758832588390.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Privacy trees for the pool](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e285b939-91d8-4f16-abdf-3b1307a9b67b-1758832804330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lorri C. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristi H. Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice property and host was very welcoming. ##### Kristi H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Armando F. Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to relax Great place to relax and unwind.check in was easy and fast. We loved staying here. ##### Armando F. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin C. Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was great. We enjoyed all the amenities, mostly the pool, hot tub and outdoor areas! Stefi is a great host as well! ##### Kevin C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barb C. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Check in was easy. Stefi met us at the location and gave us a tour of the house and gave directions on some of the amenities. We loved our time at Vacation Paradise. Very relaxing and enjoyed the pool. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e0ea8a7e-8a0b-4c2b-ba27-4a9768accac2-1753832771993.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a77b8154-0481-45dc-a86b-764f9c47b530-1753832827315.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/44e95565-daaa-4dc8-abcb-6c863ef8609e-1753832849494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Barb C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma V. Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful hostess with a fun tropical oasis! I stayed here for five days while recovering from nose surgery, and it was the perfect place to relax. The home was spotless and full of thoughtful touches — the pool, hot tub, adjustable bed, and massage chair made a big difference in my comfort. Great value, quiet, and very relaxing. Stefi is a fabulous hostess as well, she’s very attentive and quick to respond. Highly recommend! ##### Emma V. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yates A. Nov 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winery trip Wonderful time House had everything needed for weekend getaway Very convenient drive to JOLO winery Thank you ##### Yates A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mary b. Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### good place all was good ##### mary b. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca y. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun time! Had a great time! Thanks for sharing. ##### Rebecca y. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darlene W., Mount Airy, NC Jul 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay for Sisters 60th Birthday. Stefi was great; she showed me around and explained how everything worked upon arrival. We had a great time hosting a party for my sister until the storm came thru around 5:15 and we lost power. We contacted the power company and they said it would be hours before the power was back on so we left due to it being so hot. We went home and returned the next day to clean up and get our belongings. We all enjoyed the pool and all the other outdoor activities. If you are a nature lover, then you will love this place. House was clean. The exercise room was a big hit for everyone. ##### Darlene W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mindy S. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing House! We were so excited to stay here after seeing the photos in the listing. Sometimes pictures can be deceiving and end up in disappointment, but not in this case. If anything, they didn't capture the expanse of the home and yard. There were so many things to do in and around the house, we had a hard time leaving to do the things we'd planned to do in Mt. Airy! They even have a zip line in the back yard and we had a blast trying it out. The home was extremely well-stocked and the owner met us there to make sure we knew how to work the coded lock. It's an older home, so don't expect shiny and new. But it has been well maintained and makes the perfect stay for your getaway. The only negative, really, is that the smaller guest room mattress is VERY firm, so I'd suggest the owner add a foam topper or something to soften it up. Oh, and my husband now wants to buy an infrared sauna after using the one in the house. :( ##### Mindy S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kathleen J. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Not what is pictured This property is severely overgrown and not what is pictured. If you want to fight bees to swim and swim with frogs this is the place for you. After the 20 minute tour with the owner, she finally left. The first thing I did was use the bathroom. Yellow pee spots on the front of the toilet seat, brown poop on the back of the toilet seat, so first thing clean the toilet. There was a dirty bathrobe on the bathroom door. I looked at the tub and there was hardened soap or shampoo on it. Okay, I’ve checked into not so clean houses before. When my granddaughters arrived we got ready for a swim. Unfortunately the pool was swarming with bees. I messaged the owner who told me to spray them with water. Next, trip to Walmart to buy bee spray. Unfortunately it was too big a problem for bee spray. So after 4 out of our 5 person group were stung we decided to swim in the evening. Unfortunately the property is also swarming with bullfrogs that come out at dusk and jump from the overgrown bushes surrounding the pool that are 1 foot tall in the pictures advertised, into the pool with you. The frogs mate and leave the pool covered in frog eggs in the morning. No evening or night swim either. The owner also requested we leave the property 3 hours early at 10 am instead of 1 pm confusing her check out time with the listed time on another rental site telling me one hour wasn’t enough time for her to clean the house for the next guest. She “cleans” the house herself. I could go on but word limit.. ##### Kathleen J. 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