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"We enjoyed our time at the property, it was clean and well run and we are certainly grateful to the host, who was lovely to us in our few interactions. We treated each other with respect, which is at the end what we expect. This said, it was jarring to drive up and find very maga-coded political and religious banners, even those often associated with undemocratic and racist ideologies, hung up that were not part of any listing photo. It may be the hosts see it differently and we certainly believe in everyone’s right to free speech and to worship as suits their conscience. But, it felt rather uncomfortable for us as guests to learn only after arriving AND after our non refundable fee was taken. We considered attempting to cancel anyway as my wife felt both offended and unsafe right away. I would humbly recommend that the hosts make only one change: to better advertise their political and evangelical beliefs in their listing photos - to avoid surprise and to attract only the clientele they wish to host. This would further allow those potential guests who are uncomfortable to make choices in line with their own beliefs and express their own free speech rights without feeling offended, unsafe, or regretting their purchase. It would be great to get back to the time when we were all Americans offering hospitality to all guests regardless of who they voted for or how they worship, but if that’s not how you believe, then we ask that hosts to be clear and upfront about it. "

"This apt is a wonderful place to stay. The host could not be more friendly and helpful. The morning when I was supposed to leave for the apt, the host gave me the weather forecast for the weekend (my entire stay). You only need to pack clothes - the apt has EVERYTHING else. It has about 12 charging ports, coffee pods, shampoo/conditioner (full size bottles), outlets every 3 feet (it seemed), tremendous sunlight in the living space, kitchen area and bedroom. Plenty of room for whatever you do bring. HUGE closet in the bedroom. A huge closet as soon as you walk in. Extremely private entrance. The cutest town too. A very quiet, quant town. Drive “maybe” 7 minutes to what I would call a beach town (Niantic). If you like to bike ride, this is for you. There are state parks about 10 mins away. You can’t go wrong staying here. You’ll notice I gave 5 stars. I never think anything is excellent. This is excellent, hands down. "