Martil holiday-rental advertiser disappears after a reservation deposit

Reported incident or attempt

How the approach works

A holidaymaker arranged a Martil rental through a Facebook advert and sent an advance payment. On arrival, the supposed owner could no longer be reached by telephone or Facebook, and the family used a hotel instead.

What they wanted

Obtain reservation deposit

Reported outcome

The interviewee reported losing access to the booked accommodation after paying a deposit; amount and refund outcome unknown.