2/10 Terrible
Daniel W.
Apr 12, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Misleading Listing and Hazardous Conditions - A Vacation Nightmare
I recently stayed at a property listed as a private home in New Orleans, expecting a comfortable and exclusive experience. However, upon arrival, I discovered that the property is actually a duplex, a detail that was not disclosed in the listing. This lack of transparency was just the beginning of a series of disappointments.The most alarming issue was the infestation of venomous buck moth caterpillars. These dangerous insects were everywhere—from the front of the house to the backyard patio, and even floating dead in the pool. Their presence made it impossible to enjoy any outdoor amenities, as the risk of painful stings was too high.Indoors, the situation was no better. The refrigerator harbored a swarm of gnats that flew out upon opening. Fruit flies and other pests were a constant nuisance, and the entire house had a persistent, foul odor. The towels provided were thin and smelled unpleasant, and the toilet paper was one-ply, necessitating a trip to purchase our own supplies.One of the beds was set on a platform barely three inches off the floor, which, combined with the dust throughout the house, aggravated my severe allergies. The pool was dirty and remained uncleaned until midweek, rendering it unusable for most of our stay.Additional issues included dangerous parking on a busy street, missing TV remotes, a fireplace that couldn't be turned off making the room uncomfortably hot. dead bugs on the bathroom floors, and a shower drain that pooled water, making for an
Daniel W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025