This was one of the most disturbing vacation rental experiences we have ever had.Accessing the loft required passing through the owner’s wedding/event venue, which appeared cluttered, poorly maintained, and unsafe. The pathways were narrow and confusing, exits were not clearly marked, and in an emergency it was not obvious how guests could safely evacuate. The entire setup felt hazardous and unsettling.The loft itself was filthy. We spent 2.5 hours trying to clean it before giving up. The refrigerator and freezer contained opened food. Toilets had urine and fecal residue. Dishes, cabinets, and appliances were covered in food buildup. Furniture was dusty, rugs were dirty, trash was on the floors, and black hair was visible on stacks of supposedly clean towels. Personal belongings, including dirty workout shoes, were left throughout the property.When we contacted the hosts, they told us they had inspected the property that day and considered these conditions acceptable. Rather than apologizing or addressing the issues, they suggested the property simply wasn’t “up to our standards.”To make matters worse, we were later criticized for using the elevator despite never being told guests were not supposed to use it.The property was so unsanitary that we covered the couches with sheets just to sit down. Ultimately, we felt uncomfortable and unsafe and had no choice but to leave. Future guests deserve to know what they may be walking into before booking.