Overall, the School Bus provided us with a cozy, fun environment for a few days on the Sunshine Coast. However, a number of specifics fell short of the promises made in the posting, pre-trip emails from the host, and the comprehensive manual provided on site.
When we began meal prep on our first day we found dirty forks, a dirty pot and a broken wine glass in the kitchen.
The hot water was not working when we arrived. The hosts responded quickly, replacing the heater.
Unfortunately, the shower not only didn’t at first have hot water but the temperature control appeared to be malfunctioning so that it was almost impossible to get anything but very hot or very cold water after the heater was replaced. The hot water problem was never adequately addressed during our stay. We found a similar complaint from guests staying in 2023.
Lighting in the kitchen area is poor. LED lights were described in the manual as being controlled by a remote. After some searching, we found a remote with no battery. We notified the hosts but no action was taken.
These issues could all be fixed either by repairs or better quality control when preparing the bus for guests, but given the current situation I would hesitate before recommending Tiny Secrets to friends or family.
In addition, we suggest more information be provided in advance regarding the maintenance required for the composting toilet. While we knew we would not have a flush toilet, we did not expect to have to empty a urine tank.