@Kevin557 the first rule of hosting is don't mention the outdoor camera.
The second rule of hosting is don't mention the outdoor camera.
You don't need to. It's disclosed in the listing. The only reason hosts mention it is when they have caught guests doing something they should not. The guests invariably strike back by reporting you to ABB for "spying". ABB closes the listing for a few days to weeks to "investigate." The Washington Post just published an article on how to find hidden cameras in your ABB. Lots of paranoia out there right now. So always keep mum on the amera-scray. Best to say "a neighbor mentioned they saw...." whatever it was.
So what to do here? You recourse is the review. If the stay is almost over and the guests have been alerted to your displeasure, they won't hold back in theirs, so be honest and factual in yours. Something like:
"Guests were pleasant until I mentioned that I realized they had brought a dog into my absolutely no pets space. Then communication broke down. Additionally, guests invited visitors to the space and tampered with the security system which is also a violation of house rules. Extra cleaning was needed to ensure the space was allergen free for the next guests. Not guests we would have back."
Then below 3 in each category and "would not host again. " That way they won't be able to book with you.
We had a woman throw a Bachelorette party in our no parties space. She got an honest review. She was also caught on camera (I didn't say that) . She cleaned up well but was angry that I mentioned the party in my review. She gave us a nice forward facing review but low stars. We still communicated well during her stay but as soon as she was called out she tanked our rating as revenge. Anyone who is just going to be a jerk and think that rules don't apply to them is the kind of person who gets angry when they have anything other than glowing feedback. Just know that when you are composing your review.
AND wait until the last minute to leave a review. Even if they leave theirs first. That way you at least have time to stack up a few better ones on top of theirs if you have additional stays.