ikubak
Recycles dryer sheets
- Joined
- Dec 2, 2007
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- 482
The host said he had six, 6 cameras and could see us coming and going even if the closeup crotch cam view was obstructed while people went up and down the stairs. We didn't have an issue with the other 5 cameras. We saw one pointed at our car and another at the parking lot. We always parked in the assigned parking space and could be seen. Why lie about how many people are there? Owner strike one.This!. I haven't read all of the thread so I may have missed similar responses, but when I read the OP, I have to say that I CAN in fact understand that it may have looked to the host like there were 4 people trying to stay at that place. I suppose the OPs explanation for why 4 people, all with overnight luggage, walked into the property upon check-in does sound reasonable and I'm sure there was no ill-intent. However, one has to admit that this is a pretty unusual scenario. It certainly LOOKED like 4 people were planning on staying there. So, that was strike 1 as far as the hosts were concerned. Then, the OP's childish behavior of covering up the camera while his guests left the property, just tossed more fuel on the fire. After all, why would he behave that way unless he has something to hide? Then, after being warned about covering up cameras, he felt it necessary to again cover them up on the way in or out of the property. Strike 3.
I'm not saying I'm endorsing the use of cameras even outside, but I suspect this host has had bad experiences in the past that led him to install the cameras. As long as it is disclosed, it is up to the host to decide. The customer can then either rent the place or not. If he decides to rent, please play by the rules.
As far as trying to recover some of the money, I agree that a credit card dispute is probably to best path.
Why did I stand infront of the crotch cam? DW didn't like it and felt it uncomfortable. I accommodated her and stood in front of it while she walked by. The camera gets a good closeup of your crotch when you're coming and your butt when you're leaving. I chose to let the owner look at my butt instead of DW's. Standing there doesn't break any law or house rules. Owner told me I had broken the law and he had police en route and he's pressing charges. Owner lied about local laws and local law enforcement. Owner strike two.
Why would we behave that way? We felt the camera was too close and intrusive. If I was trying to hide something I would have tried to obstruct the other 5 cameras, right?
I'll dispute and if the owner is asked for video from the 6 cameras it will be clear only two people stayed there. Owner strike three.
I appreciate all the comments. I think we all agree that following up with the CC company is a good route. I'm willing to let the lies and threats go (I can leave that in a review) but I don't feel I should pay for four guests. A receipt for final charges has been requested but so far no response.from the company.