The mattress was worn out and visibly stained, which made sleeping uncomfortable. Only one bedsheet was provided.
The shared living area was not actually shared. I was allowed to use it for breakfast when the host was at work, and since we left around the same time this was barely possible. In the evenings the door was closed, so it was clearly not a common area as described.
The dishwasher did not work properly.
The guest policy was changed compared to what was stated in the contract. According to the booking, guests were allowed for three days free of charge per month. The host only allowed about half of that and demanded 10 euros per night, which I refused.
Positive aspects were the cleaning every two weeks, a fully functional washing machine, and a very good location.
LANDLORD'S REPLY:
It is somewhat strange that if the stay was so unsatisfactory, why would the guest stay here for four whole months?
I would therefore like to comment on the points in the review.
Dog: The dog lives in the apartment and this is stated in the offer. He is well-behaved and clean. The offer is suitable for those who like dogs or at least don’t mind them.
Living room: It is not a rule that it is automatically shared, as stated in the offer as well.
Dishwasher: The dishwasher was replaced with a brand new one during the guest’s stay.
Visits of the guest friends: The guest was visited by her friends for free several times. However, I believe it is good manners to respect the host’s privacy.
Room: The room is in standard condition and has never been complained about. I believe that guest would slept much better if she kept her room tidy. The room was thoroughly cleaned after the guest’s departure.