This is not normal.

To me, it seems normal for a party of seven, but this is serious - we have bears, so leaving food in the house is a real safety issue.I told him to leave the cleaning for me when I return next week and focus on getting the trash out, even if multiple trips.

An environment that attracts guests because it is normally a quiet environment might be a challenge too steep to overcome for a brand new listing. 

.- Only a foolish landlord includes utilities in a S8 lease and gambles that tenants won't abuse them!

Expect $300k on soft costs as a gamble prior to closing on the dirt. 

Got my Section 8 degree from the School of Hard Knocks where I majored in Kidnappings, Overdoses, and Illegal Gambling Rings. 

So, it helps them decide if they are taking a gamble or making a safe bet.

I would gamble and continue to hold as long as you plan to live in the unit.  

That's just gambling though.

Hey Ben,Totally normal — two weeks with lots of inquiries but no bookings yet happens all the time when you’re new to mid-term rentals.