This is the perfect little cottage. From the second you pull up to the stone gravel front, to the few steps you walk up to the porch before you reach the door - everything is so welcoming already. Appliances all worked well, new washer and dryer (one of the first things you see in the spacious mud room), coffee maker, microwave - everything worked fine. My husband could not get the fire pit on the deck to turn on, probably for the better with the little ones, so we enjoyed the fire pit in the grass backyard instead! Grill worked perfectly.
The layout of this cottage is perfect for a small party - it was my husband and I, our 2 boys (ages 2/4), and my parents (who stayed on the 1st floor nearest to the bathroom). Upstairs had the spiral staircase which my boys loved. The decor thru out the entire space was so welcoming, very woodsy, upstairs in the loft was a little more modern with plenty of seating, comfortable pillows, and plenty of towels (waiting for you neatly folded on each bed).
The fence in the yard was safe for our pups to run around. We went for few days before and after 4th of July. Surprisingly, not many bugs! Also, next day someone came by to cut the backyard grass which was much appreciated. Deer every morning! Not close to the fence but enough to see and enjoy fr a distance.
It was a great little summer getaway! We would love to experience the cottage in the colder months as well! Keith - the host was very responsive, highly recommend! 5⭐️s