When looking for house, condo, or apartment accommodations, I always ask if there’s a dishwasher, a washing machine and a dryer. Also, I like to confirm that they’re working. Then it is convenient to do a load or two of laundry if you choose, during your trip. I don’t particularly care for washing dishes by hand
If you are arriving at your accommodations at night when it’s dark, request that the owners or host turn on the front door light so you won’t be stumbling around in the dark! I always “hate” when there is no light and then I’m dropping bags to try to find my mobile phone, to turn on