I booked the Cozy Little Cabin in Bayview, Idaho, expecting a tranquil retreat and daily visits to Silverwood Theme Park.
The VRBO listing stated the cabin was 1.5 hours from Silverwood and 45 minutes from Clark Fork. These times were significantly underestimated due to the primitive roads.
The host provided directions, suggesting an alternative route via Clark Fork. However, this route was a 26-mile journey on an unmaintained road, not clearly communicated, leading us to believe it was a quicker option.
Our trip, based on daily Silverwood visits, was not feasible due to the road conditions and actual travel times. We couldn't reach the cabin with our car, and even with an SUV, the journey to Silverwood or Clark Fork would have taken much longer than stated.
The host's response to our concerns was defensive, insisting the listing clearly stated the primitive road access and recommended a truck or SUV. However, the issue of inaccurate travel times was not satisfactorily addressed.
Despite several attempts to resolve the issue, including a refund request due to the property's misrepresented location and accessibility, we've yet to reach a satisfactory resolution. The host referred the matter to VRBO, but we've received no updates.
In conclusion, potential guests should be aware of the inaccurate travel times and challenging road conditions. We're still awaiting a response and possible solution to our refund request from the host.