love it

i don't. Love guests

Yes, no time to prepare for their arrival. But then some ppl tell you to drop in any time!!??

No ........ for me it is an absolute surprise factor; (can't wait for our next 'mystery' guest)

Stop ya whining. I bet you' don't complain abt the fatso, old man, wearing a red suit, turning up on the 25, Dec. So why do it other times? Haha.

Yes biggest pet hate

sometimes it stops the lonely ness

Peak a boo!

Xxxxxxxx

I would prefer it if they contacted me first, but I'm always happy to see people and would still make them welcome.

Bad manners, yes, maybe, but every coin has 2 sides. Some people like to surprise their friends with a visit to be social or if they have picked something in their voice whilst on the phone, that all is not right, so go to see them to make sure they are okay or assist if they can. People in general are not good at asking for help from others, especially men (not being sexist here, its a fact). Most people dont like to put others out by asking them to come over when they are feeling down or lonely, so dont do it and by not asking they could feel even more lonely or isolated, thereby making their situation worse. If you get an unexpected visitor, in my opinion if it feels intrusive either you dont really like that person in the first place, as much as you let them think you do, or your house is a mess and you feel embarrassed or you are doing something or someone that maybe you shouldnt be doing. If you have good mates,and I mean REAL ones, not just aquaintances, then really it shouldnt bother you when they tur

YES

Yep! Absolutely. The height of rudeness! Even in today's world there's no excuse. Especially with mobile phones so available, Equally, there's no excuse for being late for an appointment and not calling to advise one. Tradespeople are amongst the worst offenders. Why can't they narrow down The time They say that they will attend and phone you as their just leaving their last job, enroute to yours. Life would be easier!!

Geez if Santa turned up without an invite, I might get a bit annoyed, espec if I wasn't ready. Haha.

I dislike unannounced visits to my home, 'cause I'm a messy critter, and I like to have a little warning to clean up some, before anyone has to run the gauntlet in my living room. But, apart from that, I don't really mind too much!

I really hate it especially when I'm not in the mood for company that day.

If anybody knocks on my door I don't answer it. If they want to see me they can ring and make an appointment. I also don't answer the phone until it goes to message bank when I can hear who it is. If I know them I'll reply, otherwise I let it ring out.Edited 10-Oct-20 21:42pm

I sure do

Who would wanna visit Mandy anyway. Yawn!

When Vladimir Putin comes to my apartment he tells ME what the WIFI password is...and then all ov a sudden I'm not concerned about the rudeness of an unannounced visit .... ...he ain't ya Big Brother but he IS watching...Edited 11-Oct-20 10:12am

We've got high boundary fences and the ability to check out who's ringing the doorbell, Most get the message if they're not welcome

NO as long as they are prepared to take me as I am

I prefer people to let me know first before they turn up at my house. However it also depends on different people and situations.

No way I love surprises, so long they aren't strangers, or preaching the Bible

Much prefer to see someone come along unannounced than not to see them at all! Living with the lock-down in Melbourne, anyone knocking on my door would be a relief to say hello to!!!!

it depends on the people if friends it's OK in my humble opinion?

yes I d0

If they are not visiting early in the morning or late at night it do"sent bother me

Other than very early in the morning of late at night, it doesn't bother me

yes!

Yes I like to be prepared

I do think its a nice surprise

I pretend I don't but in reality, I don't like it.

If they don't bring any food that is.

I don't mind if it's my immediate family and one or two certain friends but anyone else I'd rather they let me know first

Sometimes, especially when it's someone you don't want to see or like

AGREE. The unwelcome mat is out!

Especially when you're in bed having some afternoon delight.

Depends. Need a peep hole so then you can not answer door ... lol

Nope. As long as they don't care about what I or my home looks like and if they're a friend, they won't :)

If they are expecting lunch or dinner it can be a big problem as I only shop once a week so sometimes I have to make a special trip to the supermarket and expense that I hadn't budgeted for

I love family or friends coming unannounced...lovely surprise. Especially now while we have been in lockdown due to Covid and have not been able to have any visitors. Can’t wait to hear the doorbell or knock on the door.

Yes

Yes

Yes - it usually happens when the wife and I are vegging out and are still in our pyjamas!!!!!!

Don't mind friends or family, but hate the High Pressure door to door Salesmen.

Yes and no

no, I like it , if they are family or good friends, they are most welcome, we are pretty laid back in our household, we love company.

I don't think bad manners as old days people's always did this and peoples were more happy. When we mixs as humans we live long.

A drop by neighbour is OK but surprise visitor is not

Not if they are friends, but electricity companies, religious or charities yes.

It’s fine as long as they can take care of themselves while I get whatever I need to get done done before I spend quality time with them. Some things like caring for paraplegic dog come first

No not really but I think it is polite to ring first to find out if I am busy etc. I always ring first as people do have commitments or maybe sick etc.

I hate it

It all depends on who it is. I don't hate it in anyway though, I just explain to them how to go away if neccessary.

Most people are welcome but some are not especially when they are trying to sell something. Family and friends are always welcome.

It used to worry me if my house was not tidy,dishes on the bench etc,just normal household mess but I don't stress about it anymore these days,life is too short to sweat the small things and an unannounced visitor is not a big deal,they are there to spend time with YOU not see what state your house is in or if you are still in your PJs.

All my friends & relatives are welcome, anytime.

Not always...at times I quite welcome friends/people I haven't seen for awhile and it's nice to have their company even if they do drop in unannounced.

No way.

As a procrastinating hermit I’m going to get annoyed about it eventually, if I think about it ....maybe

I have no issues with unannounced visit considering what we have been through In recent times,a visit provided it is allowable would be a nice interaction with someone you haven’t seen for quite awhile

Don't hate it but would prefer a text or call before they come. Sometimes a surprise visitor is good

Depends on who they are. Most people are welcome in our house as long as they take us as we are. Most of our friends ring these days as I have just undergone a breast removal, chemotherapy and radiation and they are thoughful and ring in case I am asleep as I sleep at odd times. Edited 10-Oct-20 10:18am

every ones welcome, anytime

No I love to see people unexpected or not. Great to come on in and join for tea, coffee or wine whatever is appropriate for the time they come. Life is too short to miss out on visitors

As a rule i generally prefer a bit of notice...

No

no

No, take us as we ,are come in and have a cuppa

Yes it sets my anxiety off and sometimes my panic attacks happen. I like to have a warning call first so I can control my anxiety and panic attacks

nah

No, I love to have someone visit

depends

Yes. It takes 2 seconds to send a 'You busy' text and, in my case, they show up announced because they assumed I'd be home then they get annoyed when I'm not home

i have a camera out front if i don't know them or don't wont to see them i wont let them in the building but i do like it when friends or family call in

But if they are neighbours I can't stand, then no. Or people who work for voting parties. I don't.

i think it depends who it is and what the situation is. i plan to go on holiday where a very good friend lives who has no idea we will be in her area ( we in South Island she in top of North), intend to surprise her and I know her reaction will be over the moon...i know we will be sworn at :-) in good taste

Fortunately I can screen such people as i am in an apartment block with a controlled entrance where I can see who wants to come in. People need to be clear about whether visitors need to 'make an agreed appointment'. With good communication devices there is no need to arrive announced. It was different when communication and travel was more difficult.

Sometimes yes its nice to get a call first to be asked

Yes. My front door mat says 'Dickhead free zone' and my back mat says 'Warning, the bitch from hell lives here'. Neither deters people. I like to make sure my house is tidy before letting people in, hard to do when you have teens in the house and a ragdoll cat that likes to moult everywhere.

Depends who it is and I hate anyone trying to sell me something

I hate the pricks who come around trying to sell me something. I have a floor mat that says Friends welcome. Relatives by appointment. This says nothing about the unwelcome intruders.

I am not that keen if they are burglers.

Yes it’s a bit of a hassle

No, they are welcome anytime

YESS!!!

We don't really worry about it as if your passing by then just drop in for a cuppa and take us as we are

I cant have a routine as it just doesn't work

Yes it is definitely bad manners and intrusive aswell.since my days,weeks months are all different then if someone calls me or message me on messenger that definitely helps. if I'm home then 2 hours notice is ok otherwise at least 3 to 5 days notice.

No. It isn't always deliberate. It happens. Sometimes its someone you know, and they might have tried to contact you via phone. You might have the phone turned off, having a shower, or even been asleep. It's inconvenient, but you just need to be honest abt it.

some times because they only want things off me

No. It is expected in this little country town and using the backdoor is also usual. I really like it. I go the my mate's house who is a senior and put the kettle on as I make the best cuppas (so they tell me!). I don't ask and if I did ask for permission to put the kettle on he would ask if I am feeling okay. I know I am welcome. We are very forthright so if we don't feel like a visit we just say. I also very much like that.

If I don't know them and have no idea who they are...then yes...if I don't like them they will already know in advance and not come....otherwise of course not...but don't worry Matthew, I won't be coming to your house ...

I think it's bad manners and it feels intrusive, therefore I gave the person at least 48 hours notice - before I show up - that WAY he/she can cancel our meeting! Also, I grow up in rough areas - you definitely do not show up unexpectedly and unannounced on people doorways!Edited 10-Oct-20 01:31am