Idaho Couple Uncovers Hidden Room in Portland Airbnb: A Surprising Stay
When an Idaho pair reserved an Airbnb in Portland, Oregon, they never expected to stumble upon a concealed door leading to a mysterious downstairs space. What exactly was behind this hidden entrance?
Discovery of the Hidden Door Sparks Curiosity
TikTok user Drew Dobney (@drew.dobney) shared a captivating series of clips starting February 25, documenting her unexpected find. “We’re in Portland, Oregon, staying at this adorable Airbnb,” she begins. “But I noticed something odd-a door that looks like it’s secret. I’m going to try opening it on camera.”
Filming herself, Dobney attempts to open what appears to be a pantry door in the kitchen, noting a visible gap at the top that hinted at a concealed room behind it. After some effort, the door finally swings open, revealing a hidden space.
She calls her husband over to witness the discovery, but his indifferent reaction contrasts sharply with her excitement. “Why is my husband so chill about this?” she captions the video, highlighting the amusing difference in their responses.
Online Audience Weighs In on the Secret Room and Husband’s Reaction
The TikTok community quickly chimed in, reacting both to the secret room and the husband’s laid-back demeanor.
- One commenter quipped, “Not only did you find a secret room, but you might need a new partner.”
- Another remarked, “There’s a bed behind a secret door, and he’s worried about you making noise.”
- “Find someone who investigates with you instead of brushing it off,” advised a third viewer.
- One user humorously noted, “Every woman’s concern is about the husband, not the secret door. I love it.”
- Others suggested, “You should get a refund and reconsider staying at that Airbnb.”
Further Insights from Dobney’s Follow-Up Videos
In a subsequent video, Dobney explains that after leaving to buy groceries, they returned to find the secret door locked.
“Someone’s definitely here,” she says, revealing they received a message from the host: “We noticed you opened this door. Please stay upstairs as my daughter and I live downstairs.”
Dobney shares her uncertainty about the lock, which is controlled by the hosts, and thanks viewers for their concern.
In another clip, she clarifies that a family member made the booking and didn’t realize the listing was owner-occupied, as it wasn’t clearly communicated at the time. She admits that had she known about the hosts living downstairs, she wouldn’t have posted the initial video. Upon reviewing the listing, she confirms that the description does mention the owner’s presence.
She also humorously reassures viewers, “I’m still married, for those who are team Zach.”
In a fourth video, Dobney notes her mother pointed out a sensor on the door, visible in the original footage, likely alerting the hosts when it was opened.
Understanding Airbnb’s Policies on Owner-Occupied Rentals
Airbnb mandates that hosts clearly disclose the nature of their listings, including the level of guest privacy and whether the property is owner-occupied. This transparency is crucial, especially if the host or other tenants share the space or live on-site in less obvious areas like a hidden basement room. Failure to comply with these rules can result in listing suspensions or removals.
In Dobney’s case, it remains uncertain whether the family member overlooked the owner-occupancy details or if the listing was updated after the booking. To pursue a refund, the family would likely need evidence such as screenshots of the listing at the time of reservation.
An Airbnb representative told AllHipHop, “We reached out to the creator on TikTok for more details to review the situation but have not yet received a response. Our team is ready to assist if they reply. Every Airbnb booking includes AirCover for guests, which offers protection if a listing is misrepresented.”
AllHipHop has also contacted Dobney via TikTok comments and direct messages and will provide updates if she responds.
@drew.dobney WHY IS MY HUSBAND SO NONCHALANT ABOUT THIS
