Englewood Vacation Rentals from $88

Evolve and the local host were very communicative as we needed a longer, medical needs stay. We communicated extensively regarding the need for a very clean, no mold or water damage, and no scents used with cleaning prior to booking as it was imperative for the safety of the individual undergoing surgery. Company and host were exceptional with communication and answering questions. The home is conveniently located in a great neighborhood and it is well laid out. Upon arrival, we noted that it was quite dirty - tortilla chips and food on floor and in corners, base boards, air registers/HVAC were caked with dust (which means mold), and there is evidence of water damage in various locations. The middle second floor bedroom had a strong mildew smell, so we closed that door and did not use it. As we were focused on surgery, we cleaned the vents/baseboards/shower/bathrooms ourselves and swept the floor. It lacked cleaning supplies for a thorough cleaning, so we purchased several items. The rugs were vacuumed, and beds nicely appointed and comfortable upon arrival. The host has a lot of personal items - clothing & personal care (owner's suite vanity mostly full) which is unusual for a rental stay. The kitchen was not well stocked for cooking - old scratched pans, no stock pot, broken tongs, two kitchen towels, and missing many basic kitchen items. There are a fair amount of spices and cooking oils in the cabinet, but also rancid peanut butter. The furnishings were soft and comfortable. The grill worked well. A reminder for others - this home has a lot of wood stairs, so be mindful of climbing and the potential for slipping. Overall, things look pretty tatty (carpet, sofa...), but it served its purpose. (Just not without developing symptoms from mold being present.) So if you have mold issues/allergies/toxicity, beware. Extra star for communication, location, general layout, and comfortable beds.