This cabin is phenomenal for a retreat. This was my second time going to this property, and it was just as amazing as the first time. The property itself is so serene, the trees are beautiful and everything is so quiet. The stars always look amazing and make it so much more beautiful.The amenities aren't fancy, but they are very very good for what the property is. The rainwater collection system does take some extra work, but it works really well and honestly adds a nice touch to the stay. The kitchen is pretty small, and in general I would recommend getting dinner out. The food in Croghan and Lowville is pretty good, and makes for nice outings.The area nearby doesn't have a whole lot of activities, but the hiking, food and overall atmosphere make it up. There are lots of outdoor activities, like hikes, rivers and state parks to visit with amazing views. The food places are various, and give a lot of great experiences like Tug Hill Vineyard or Jeb's in Lowville.The property being pet-friendly seals the deal too. Me and my fiance love going with our dog, Demi and the property is great for it. My dog is anxious, but her she has the best time. The quiet paired with the trees and plants make it the perfect place for her to explore.I really cannot recommend Mountain Laurel more. We tend to go to relax and treat ourselves, and the quiet and peaceful environment make it the perfect de-stressor.

Peaceful setting. Great communication with host. Clear instructions for off grid systems. Loved being able to walk the property and have our dogs off leash. The cabin was cozy and a delight to stay at.

Host was amazing super friendly and informative and the cabin is beautiful

Don't get us wrong, this is a beautiful cabin away from the hustle and bustle of the city. And if we were looking to go camping this would have been a great place to rent. But we were in town for a wedding. Getting ready for a wedding at this location is not for the faint of heart. Please be fully aware that in order to take a "heated" shower as the ad boasts you must light a propane heater and wait 15 min for it to be warm enough to shower in it. The water is rain water and therefore you cannot drink it. So be prepared to bring water bottles. The ad also says that there is a kitchenette.. NOT SO. They provide you with a small propane burner and a few utensils. There is NO refrigerator and no way to keep anything cold. And no real space to prepare anything. There are NO linens so bring your own. Also keep in mind that cell service is NON existent. We luckily brought our own Wi-Fi so we were able to make calls. But if heaven forbid there was an emergency Im not sure if you could catch a carrier pigeon fast enough to get help. While we are talking about phones, the SOLAR power is literally only good for charging phones on the cigarette lighter that they provide. We wanted a fan to help move the air through out the cabin. So we bought a desk top oscillating fan. But the 12v solar panels werent strong enough to power it. The scenery was great. You are literally out in the boonies. We heard more chipmunks and owls than we did people. Oh, and beware of the bears....