Tipping Mousekeeping?

[jennymouse]

I don't usually tip for T&T as I take the trash out myself and nearly every time we've been there she comes so early that I answer the door traid towels with her and get more coffee if she offers. I leave anywhere from $5 - $20 (depending on the size unit) on the kitchen counter when I check out.

 

[sssteele]

It just wouldn't seem right to me not to leave something. Unless I receive rude treatment or something I will continue to tip (maybe $20 a week for a studio). My wife and I do not consider ourselves wealthy, but according to what I've heard, a "six-figure income" (combined) puts you in the top 5% of family incomes. Although we both work hard for our pay, we feel very fortunate. When I think about what $20 is to me compared to what it is to others I feel obligated.

 

[KirstenB]

We tip $20.00 for a 5 night stay. It might make a difference to someone who earns very little. Just good karma IMHO.

 

[sandieb]

This is an interesting discussion. We keep our villa clean and tidy while we are there, but we don't clean anything on the day we leave...We do leave a tip...about $3-5 a day. We certainly are not rich, but the tip doesn't make or break my vacation, and I want to express my appreciation. I am usually the most generous with the folks that are at the lowest end of the wage scale...it just seems like the right thing (for me) to do.
Sandie