I would first like to start my review by saying I have had absolutely NO interaction (positive or negative) with the property owner. There have been no issues or complaints following my say at this Cookeville house. We always clean before we leave and make sure to follow the checkout guidelines, exactly. —the only interaction I have had with anyone, was with the property management company. Upon our arrival, we noticed that the house was completely bare of standard cooking supplies. (No baking sheets, pots, pans, cutting board...etc) We called the property management company right away and they rectified the problem immediately and with great kindness and apology. (A very positive interaction)
That being said, let’s talk about the Pros and Cons of this house.
Starting with the Pros: The house was beautifully decorated with cute and charming pieces in each room. The house had four bedrooms and plenty of space for a large family. The house had a washer & dryer. The AC worked well. The house was equipped with fresh linens and many travel toiletries. Disinfectant wipes were provided near each sink for Covid sanitation purposes and the house was well stocked in soap, toilet paper and paper towels. The house was located very close to several state parks, which was our purpose of staying in Cookeville to begin with. When we arrived, there was a snack basket presented to us on the counter with a hand written note and brochure of local attractions. (Very sweet and helpful)
Now, onto the Cons: This house was poorly updated and falling apart. The paint was bubbling off the walls. You could tear a five square foot piece off with one quick tug. The carpets were dirty and stained. The “updated” kitchen flooring was peeling off the ground, as it was a stick-on floor covering. There were cockroaches in the kitchen, amongst other insects flying around. The kitchen had very little dishes and utensils supplied, so you had to wash immediately after use, for the next meal / snack. The whole house smelled like mildew. The screen porch was not well sealed, and a family of hornets occupied it during the day. The yard was overgrown and not well maintained. The gas grill either did not work anymore, or was out of propane. And, the house, itself, is located 10 feet from a high speed, farm road, which is very noisy and unsettling.
Cookeville was fun, due to the nearby parks.... We made the best of it, but we would not rent this house again.
