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Post by tod2 on Apr 22, 2021 8:07:49 GMT
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Post by onlyMark on Apr 22, 2021 8:39:32 GMT
It's even got a kettle. I'll be there in the morning.
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Post by mickthecactus on Apr 22, 2021 10:33:44 GMT
That looks really good!
Ok if I share with Mark?
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Post by onlyMark on Apr 22, 2021 11:48:15 GMT
I hope you'll be comfortable on the floor.
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Post by Biddy on Apr 22, 2021 13:04:01 GMT
tod2 - it looks great! Congratulations.
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Post by tod2 on Apr 22, 2021 13:12:01 GMT
No need to worry chaps. The base of the bed is in two parts so that we can change the room into two single beds.... I am hoping never to have to do that as the room is small compared to our other units.
This new baby is not open to the internet bookings. Only past guests we know need a one night stay (all our units are two night minimums), and only require a microwave to heat up a meal. It's really a stopover for a Rep.
My first guest is a young lady who is coming to a wedding across the road on the farm. Her friends are staying in our unit called The Toolshed. It has cooking facilities besides everything else, but only has two beds.
Thanks Biddy and Mick for your comments.
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Post by kerouac2 on Apr 22, 2021 13:58:35 GMT
Looking very nice, tod! Some cultures want the room to be big. Are they holding a ball there? I just like my accommodations to be well appointed for what I need because when I travel I spend very little time in the room.
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Post by mickthecactus on Apr 22, 2021 14:49:51 GMT
I hope you'll be comfortable on the floor. You’re no fun these days.... |
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Post by casimira on Apr 22, 2021 15:11:47 GMT
Impressive utilization of a former neglected space. Well done Tod!
I love the print of the Protea!
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Post by mich64 on Apr 22, 2021 15:16:41 GMT
Well done to you both! It looks like a lovely place to stay. With all of your travels, you know how convenient it is to have a kettle, microwave and small fridge.
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Post by tod2 on Apr 22, 2021 16:20:01 GMT
Thanks all. Yes Mich you are so right about a basic corner to make a cup of coffee and store some cold cuts and cheese for a picnic. A budget hotel that has this offer is very rare. I think that's why we like the apartment road. I supply a 2litre milk and fruit juice, instant and filter coffee, tea normal and herbal, some rusks, biscuits, potato crisps and peanuts/popcorn and chocolates for those midnight munchies.
Don't worry if you have packed in a hurry and forgotten your toothbrush. I supply that too with toothpaste and shower caps. Of course soap, shampoo and shower gel. In my bigger BnB's you will find cooking condiments.
Casimira - That is on loan from my shop. They have lovely ones in the style of Picasso but were too long and too narrow.
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Post by fumobici on Apr 22, 2021 19:59:27 GMT
Definite improvement. Not that the "before" was anything bad, but the new look is much nicer and looks updated.
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Post by mich64 on Apr 22, 2021 21:21:02 GMT
I think that's why we like the apartment road. The more we have travelled, the older we have gotten, the more my hotel choices have changed. We stayed at a lovely B&B near Mont St. Michel on our last holiday, we enjoyed it. If we are in a region where breakfast is not included, I search for hotels with a fridge. We enjoy buying cold cuts and cheese and Mr. M. always likes a walk in the morning where he finds fresh bread. He also likes a fridge because he will buy a 6 pak of beer. When in Costa Rica we stayed in a villa for 5 days. It was a great experience. The kitchen was fully equipped and even had olive oil and some basic spices. When doing accommodation searches lately, (for the hope of a holiday April/May 2022!) I have been checking apartment rentals as our planned stays hopefully will be longer. I think you are offering a generous assortment for your guests, very nice Tod. |
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Post by bixaorellana on Apr 22, 2021 23:38:26 GMT
It's absolutely lovely, Tod! I've done airbnb a bunch, so I can see that you have covered all the bases and more. That touch of generosity with all the snacks you have included will make your guests fall in love with you. We all like to think that we'll always be out of the room sightseeing or whatever, but the truth is that people can be very tired from the trip or stuck inside because of rain, not feeling well, etc. Your extra touches will make the guest feel pampered & welcome, especially in such comfortable surroundings. Trust Casimira to spot the lovely Protea! My first guest is a young lady who is coming to a wedding across the road on the farm. Her friends are staying in our unit called The Toolshed. It has cooking facilities besides everything else, but only has two beds. Another reason to love the airbnb experience -- people can be together without being all crowded into one space -- practical and comfortable. |
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Post by tod2 on Apr 23, 2021 11:03:04 GMT
Thank you Bixa for those encouraging words - glad you approve! I am certain the reason we are always nearly fully booked is because the guests love the wide open expanse of the garden and lawns. The units are all separated except two - The Studio and Farm View are back-to-back but their entrances face in different directions. The largest unit is a small bungalow and therefore called The Bungalow, and has a separate bedroom, a private garden and can sleep 4 people. All photos can be viewed as is the custom with Airbnb.
I have just come in from an exhaustive morning checking all is perfect since the cleaner was there. I don't have to tell you it wasn't!!! I know I'm fussy but I also do not expect to find dust or anything tacky when I move into an apartment in Paris. To say we have been let down several times only proves everyone's standards are different. Well, OK - but the standard I go by is easy....CLEANLINESS.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Apr 25, 2021 15:20:34 GMT
Absoutely lovely Tod...your guests are very lucky to stay in such a smashing B&B. x
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Post by lugg on Apr 25, 2021 19:24:28 GMT
What a lovely transformation - perfect in my eyes , just what I look for in many ways but in particular love the personal outside space which is so important to me. that is why I loathe hotels in the main.
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