Modern Desert Stay: Private Pool, Games & Comfort

My family and I frequently visit Lake Havasu and often rent homes through VRBO. We’ve generally had very positive experiences—unfortunately, this particular stay fell short of expectations.Pros: The location was excellent, close to the London Bridge and the lake. The view from the pool at sunset was beautiful, which we really enjoyed.Cons: Upon arrival, we noticed the pool was cloudy and contained trash, including a soda can and leaves. When I reached out to the host, I was informed that their maintenance team had already determined the pool needed to be flushed, but that service was not scheduled until the following week. Instead, we were advised to use the on-site equipment to clean the pool ourselves.Another issue was with the BBQ. In our past VRBO stays, propane tanks were always provided, but here we were asked to fill it ourselves (the host did agree to reimburse the cost). Unfortunately, the grill itself was faulty—the gas line wouldn’t connect properly, and when we attempted to light it, a fireball ignited in one of my guest’s face. Thankfully, she wasn’t seriously hurt, though her eyebrows and sideburns were singed. Needless to say, the grill was unusable.Overall, the location and views were wonderful, but the condition of the amenities and lack of preparation made our stay less enjoyable than expected. Perhaps timing played a role, but unfortunately, this was not the level of experience we’ve come to appreciate with VRBO rentals.