Sunny Shores Beach House

A really beautiful place, no detail was left out.

Caution this host cancelled our 9 month pre-booked reservation just 2 weeks prior to our arrival. Although our planned stay met all of the many restrictions this host lists as conditions for occupancy and without acceptable communications this person abruptly terminated our long-awaited vacation plans stating she was uncomfortable with our plans due to Covid-19. Our travel plans met all health guidelines and moral practices of this pandemic. As a volunteer leader of an organization of medical professionals providing humanitarian assistance to people around the world I of course fully endorse and practise the most strict standards in response to the current pandemic and our anticipated travel plans did not in any capacity conflict with regional health guidelines or rules. As a courtesy I informed the host that our upcoming plans would include my spouse and I occupying the three bedroom (maximum 6 guest allowed) home with friends, a family of four joining us for 3 nights of our week long vacation and upon their departure another family of four would join us for 3 nights never exceeding the 6 person maximum. Upon notification of our plans the host responded with, “she had concerns of the large group of people” even though we would never exceed the host’s 6 person restriction. Without any further allowance to communicate to discuss concerns and a resolution just 20 minutes after the hosts initial message of concern she abruptly and arbitrarily cancelled our reservation. This host has displayed a lack of compassion and understanding of the impact of such an action. We of course have made many plans in anticipation of our once a year summer vacation. We had paid for ferry reservations and other financial commitments based on this 9 month commitment. We have been moved by the support and response on other social media outlets condemning the actions by this disrespectful host and absence of support by Airbnb. As a former Airbnb host we understand the rights a property owner requires to operate their rentals however there is a moral obligation to meet your commitments to guests when they willing to follow regional rules, guidelines and your very own restrictions. There is also an expectation with such important life plans, especially during these challenging times, to communicate honestly and provide an opportunity to resolve any issues that can sometimes arise. Absolutely zero allowance or opportunity was given by this host to responsibly discuss a concern that arose so close to a long awaited vacation. We and our friends are now scrambling to find alternative plans. Shame on you for your insensitivity.

Wow! The house was absolutely stunning and equipped with everything we expected, and so much more! We literally didn't want for anything. The rooms are beautiful, only beaten by the view from the back of the house. Kris and Sean were delightful and very helpful, the local knowledge and tips were great and they always responded to any messages very promptly. We would love to come back again, as well as the amazing property, there is so much to see and do on the island.