Beautiful home! Had everything we needed. Proximity to lake with the canoes, kayaks and paddle boards was so fun for grandkids to get out and explore. Never a dull moment for them !Had a great family vacation.

This was the lake house we needed! Perfect for our multigenerational group that was looking to take a break and reconnect. The living space had plenty of space to spread out while still being together. The dining table was great for 7, but could fit more. The kitchen had plenty of spices and many dish/utensil/pot options. The bedrooms (all ensuite except the bunk) were a dream, and we loved the decor.We spent hours upon hours on the back deck and in the main room - playing cards, happy hour, reading, watching golf, etc. The view from the deck is really peaceful, there's a great array of seating, and there weren’t many bugs! We saw a bear across the lake, deer in the driveway and we loved the birdsong.There were plenty of things to do, and we played a lot of shuffleboard. We loved the canoe and also used the pool, which was cool and nice. The hot tub wasn’t really 'hot' – probably just temporary because it was overfull from recent rain. The hike down to the waterfall was close and easy! Honestly, we were so relaxed and at home here, we didn't explore a lot. We'll play cornhole and make the s'mores next time! :) The owners were great, and you can tell how much they love this place. We really appreciated that they provided a lot of supplies - we barely used our own, just a roll or two of TP and some bar soap in the showers.We all decided this was one of the absolute best houses we’ve ever rented and enthusiastically recommend it. Thanks so much for everything!

This is a wonderful place to regenerate yourself. We all loved it. The home is beautiful and very welcoming.

PRO's: - House is lovely and comfortable, as described by previous reviewers - The grounds/property are also beautiful, with easily accessible trails and waterfalls. - Access to Gorges State Park and other fun areas nearby. CON's (Including communications with the host): - Three weeks before our trip, the Host, contacted us to advise that the pond in front of the home had been drained, so would not be usable for swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking. Confirmed with Host that the pool would still be available. A week before our arrival Host said the pond was filling, but he was not sure what stage it would be at when we arrived, again we asked about the pool and were assured it would be available. When we arrived, pond was only a third full and the use of paddle boards and kayaks from the launch was not possible. Water views from the house were: drained pond with barren muddy areas where the water had receded. - When we arrived, we learned that the pool and clubhouse facilities were closed for the season. We contacted Rick who stated that he was "shocked" by facilities being closed. Facilities are only open during the prime summer months and close for the winter season, this was not disclosed. He offered to pay for swimming/racquet facilities in Brevard, a 25 min drive from the home. While we appreciated the offer, this was too far to take advantage of and enjoy regularly during our trip, so we would have to do without. -Since we would not have access to the pond or clubhouse/pool facilities as advertised, which was one of the primary reasons that we chose this rental, he offered to either refund our present stay or provide a free week's stay next summer. We felt this was a fair offer for the rental not having the advertised amenities available during our stay. We would not have to locate another rental through VRBO to continue our weeks' vacation. - We wrote a nice review of the place in the guest book for future guests, believing the refund offer stood. After arriving home, we contacted Rick to discuss the details of obtaining our promised refund. At this time, Rick advised that he would no longer be issuing a refund as promised at the start of our stay. He stated that because we had great weather and had written in the home's guest book that we had a nice time during our trip, he decided that a refund was no longer warranted. We tried hard to work with Rick to make the most of the situation, are disappointed by his response.