I am going to update this review when I check out this weekend. For now, let me tell you this – The Bungalow is a wonderful little house that accommodates two very comfortably. It is very well appointed and the owner did not skimp on the appointments. The sheets are at least 600 thread and the house is fully stocked. I found this gem on Air BNB and the owner, Robert, was very patient and accommodating with me. And let me tell y’all that I can be a pill when making business deals. So I looked for a place near Jackson, CA a month ago because I knew I was going to be on assignment there for a week. I did not want to stay in a hotel because I love being home and since I could not travel back and forth to my house in Sac, I decided to get me a place where I could at least cook when I wanted to and take a long, hot shower at my leisure. And I did not want to be looking for a wireless signal through the walls of a hotel. Bottom line I wanted my own space bigger than a postage stamp. So I looked at a few places and settled on The Bungalow because it looked cute and rustic and was 10 steps away from downtown & Main Street. From the beginning Robert was VERY responsive. He was also two things that are a challenge to be with me – PATIENT&ACCOMMODATING. I asked questions from the beginning about where the house was, what was provided, what was included, and could I get a reduced rate because I was staying a whole week. He patiently answered all my questions and then went on to accommodate me by telling me about the city/town where I would be staying. He also relayed that I would be the first one to stay in the house and that I could check in early and check out late if need be. Also, he gave me a rate! So I kept in touch but did not book. A week before I was due to come out I texted Robert about booking. He was PATIENT&ACCOMMODATING again and was very amenable to my terms. I even added a guest at the last minute and it was not a problem. I did; however, change my check in time and wanted to arrive early. He accommodated that as well but told me he would be in San Francisco and would leave the key for me at his Inn. I booked and it charged me the full rate. I contacted Robert to let him know and he graciously worked out the kinks as we were both new to Air BNB. He asked me to give him time and what else could I be but PATIENT&ACCOMMODATING y’all! Great, great guy. So I get to the house and it is cute. Perfectly represented online but no key. I went to the Inn and it was not there either. Turns out that the housekeeper had left the key in the house and the back door open for me. No worries. Get to the house again and Amazing it was! Beautiful. Robert calls on the house line to make sure I am good and that did it for me. The only reason I have not given 5 stars is because there are two ceiling fans in the house that are old and the shakes hard when used. Plus they do not go with the décor of the house. This house is a great mix of modern and antique and it looks great. Ceiling fans are old and seem a little loose but they work. The second bedroom does not have a ceiling fan and could use one as well. What is also awesome about his space is that every last need is catered to. Both showers, oh yes did I mention two en suite bedrooms? Both showers included soaps, shampoos, and conditioners. The kitchen has EVERYTHING! Down to the seasonings for food in the cabinets! The kitchen is fully stocked, even with wine glasses! This is wine country and Robert thought of everything, or Mrs. Robert did I am sure. There are extra towels, a washer and dryer that comes with detergent and bleach y’all! Outdoor seating is provided on the front and back porches and there is private parking for one car in front of the house. One other complaint is that there is no choice to pull a shade down on the front door. The front door is beautiful and has a beautiful glass insert that looks out into the street and you can see in. I had to put up foil to cover it as I like to move around and do not like knowing someone could be on the street seeing me thusly. The Bungalow is so beautifully appointed and well thought out that these few mismatched things are of no issue. It does not come with housekeeping and I am not the type to even want housekeeping when in a hotel. Hence the reason for me wanting a private home. This home is not lived in and is rented and that is a great thing. I love The Bungalow and will be back to explore the town and stay there. Robert has not come over to meet me as of yet but I will make sure that I go and meet him before I leave. Great property, great owner, great week. I will update this review when I leave.
