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For hating Airbnb

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Userhey983 · 17/02/2025 10:16

We are moving in April (our tenancy agreement already ended last month) and in the meantime are staying at an Airbnb for the month and will have to find accommodation for the next month as well. I opted against this as I think they are unsuitable for young kids we have 3 under the age of 7. It’s been a nightmare so far as it’s in a quiet area and I try to be considerate of the neighbours but naturally we have a noisy bunch as they are young. They also have broken stuff already. I have found that Airbnb’s are not kid friendly. It’s also in the countryside and as DH takes the car to work at a cafe there is nothing in walking distance. I have told DH there is no way I can look after them here next month; I am working overtime trying to prevent them from wrecking the place, the host regularly visits as she lives next door and I feel terrible when she sees her precious home with toys scattered everyone and not to mention there is no playground or soft play nearby that I can take them to during the day. They have been playing outside but have ruined many of the host’s plants. I will pay for her to replace them but that’s not the point. They are her possessions. I feel so embarrassed but it’s very hard to control such young kids. DH wants to stay here as it’s cheaper but a hotel close to amenities would be way better. We can afford it but I understand what he is saying. And we will probably spend the same amount after cleaning fees or damage fees that will certainly be incurred by the kids staying here.

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Exchangespain · 17/02/2025 10:20

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Chemenger · 17/02/2025 10:19

You are staying in one Airbnb out of many, many thousands. It sounds as if you have chosen an unsuitable one for your family. That isn’t the fault of Airbnb or the host. You need to stop your children breaking things and wrecking the garden, what makes this so difficult?

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YouDeserveBetterSoAskForIt · 17/02/2025 10:18

A hotel would be impractical with 3 kids surely?
Much less space and no cooking facilities.

YANBU to be fed up, but your kids sound like they are a bit out of control.
Destroying things to this level really isn't normal.

Toys being around and it being messy IS normal, so don't worry about that part.

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