Hi Helen,
Thank you for your suggestions.
I was told by the booker in writing that is was him and his girlfriend before I accepted the booking. No mention of a child. I also set up the Airbnb system far a maximum of 2 adults and 0 children.
The description and Ts&Cs both said no under 18s. Also people on Airbnb are not supposed to book for 3rd parties unless they have a different type of account.
I always ask for automatic ID submission before arrival, or take it when they arrive. In this case the booker said they were coming and never turned up.
This has been such a bad experience I have withdrawn from Aitbnb completely. The paltry sum these people paid, will not even cover the cost of fitting new kitchen units, let along buying them, or retiling some of the terrace and replacing other items. My insurance does not cover me for children, so I will be forced to pay for the repairs myself.
Above all the threats were the worst thing, especially as I am not in the best of health following my stroke.
Best,
CF