Seascape Escape

My overall impression of this property is that it is unsafe, unsanitary, and not as advertised.On arrival, I found multiple serious issues including:•No compliant smoke alarms•Exposed and unsafe mains electrical cabling•Burnt powerpoints and faulty electrical cords•Black mould and painted-over water damage•Broken beds and filthy, outdated mattresses•Rusty sinks and unhygienic kitchen and bathroom facilities•Uneven and unstable flooring•Rubbish left in the toilet and throughout the houseThe property was not safe or suitable for occupation, and I vacated immediately after arrival. I have lodged a refund request with Stayz.I would not recommend this property in its current state.

My Review: I stayed with my husband and our 9 year old daughter at Seascape Escape in Cowes, Phillip Island, Melbourne VIC on April 13-14, 2025, and it was a very disappointing experience. The house looked completely different from the photos in the listing. When we arrived, the outdoor area was dirty with leaves and dust covering the table and BBQ. The house itself was very old, poorly maintained, and smelled musty and old. The toilet door was difficult to open and close — it almost fell off and nearly hit me, which was extremely dangerous, especially since we were staying with a child. The cupboard doors were about to break, the bed was very old with springs sticking out, and the back door flyscreen couldn’t close properly. The water tap made loud noises when turned on, and the bathroom had rust stains around the bathtub and sink, making it look unhygienic and very unpleasant. We were too afraid to even use the shower. To make it worse, no basic bedding was provided. I had to bring my own pillow, bed sheet, pillowcase, and blanket for my family. For a rental property, this was highly inconvenient and unacceptable. 
I honestly don’t understand how Seascape Escape could still be listed for rent in such a poor and unsafe condition, especially in Melbourne VIC. I have some photos to prove.

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