Just after 4pm, we arrived at the property. The Dropbox link provided by the owner did not work, but the door code got us in.
When we got to the door, there was a card from Mississauga Code Enforcement. The grass was overgrown by about 1/2 meter (1.5 feet); a stark contrast to adjacent manicured lawns.
Upon entry, there was a pungent smell of fermenting fruit and spoiled garbage. We initially contributed it to the local wastewater treatment facility, but later discovered 2 large commercial waste bins overflowing with garbage in the garage. It had been 30 degrees C (85F) in Toronto the day prior so the garbage was warm and ripe. It was necessary to open all the windows in the house to air out the smell; a task that required repetition for our 3 night stay. We did not want to eat in the dining room due to the smell of rubbish.
The grass in the patio/backyard was also overgrown so we were unable to enjoy that amenity.
The deck had spider webs and needed a pressure wash.
Homeowner was communicative over the app, but did not take any action to remedy the garbage/grass situation. She blamed the cleaning company.
Positives:
The house is spacious and clean (despite the garbage/grass situation). Each room has its own private, updated washroom. Even a basement gym area.
Modern washer, dryer.
Kitchen was stocked. Drip/Pour-over coffee maker. The fridge did not dispense Ice or Water so be sure to get bags and bottles.
Located just minutes from Longbranch GO station.