Sorry @Debra220, but it all sounds dodgy........ Don’t break your own rules, don’t let the guest govern and rule. I’m glad you declined his reservation as well. He sounded like a bully.
Thoughts:
1. I also wouldn’t be offering discounts without knowing more about the person and especially across a long term rental. I offer a weekly discount for STRs, but no one can stay longer than three weeks. This way we can negotiate extending stays along the way, but I’m not stuck with a “bad fitting” guest and feeling resentful.
2. Also if you add more images of the shared spaces, guests or scammers will have no reason to request to visit.
It allows you to say: “through my listing descriptor and many images, you should be able to receive all the information needed. As this is my homestay and a shared homestay, as a matter of security, I do not allow preview visits. However, if you have any further question, I will be happy to answer them via the Airbnb message board. Thank you.”
3. I noticed your “single bed” room is listed for two people? This bed is not suitable for 2. I was wondering if it was a typing error, where you cut and pasted from your rooms with bigger beds!