Title: Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=500770&destination=Alanson%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=46149707&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 ## Photo gallery for Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 ![Outdoor dining - Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 (Alanson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46150000/46149800/46149707/6ef89f20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 (Alanson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46150000/46149800/46149707/96df96b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 (Alanson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46150000/46149800/46149707/505a26ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 (Alanson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46150000/46149800/46149707/d46ff087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 (Alanson)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46150000/46149800/46149707/2ca85786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a tranquil lakeside retreat at this six-bedroom haven on Pickerel Lake. Unwind by the fireplace, take in the serene views of the lake through the glass wall in the great room, and enjoy quality time with loved ones. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 My Northern Michigan paradise, on the shore of Pickerel Lake. Quiet, relaxed vacation spot ideal for extended family or friends. Six bedrooms, including a secluded master bedroom with a queen and private bath on the first floor. Five cozy, cottage style rooms upstairs with two twins each in four rooms, one of which is a trundle bed, and a queen in the fifth room. The upstairs has dormered 6.5 ft ceilings. Open the windows at night to bring in the cool night air and let the waves lapping at the shore lull you to sleep. There is a bathtub upstairs for bathing little ones, a second full bath on the first floor with shower in addition to the master bath with shower. Laundry room on the first floor. The large great room has a glass wall facing the lake, a 65 inch smart HDTV, a large sectional and a fireplace for inviting family time. There is a fully outfitted, open kitchen perfect for hanging out and cooking together with an adjacent sitting area because we know everybody likes to hang out in the kitchen. The lakeside includes a fire pit just begging for marshmallows and some world class stargazing, or you can relax at the end of the dock on a pair of Adirondacks (my favorite spot for morning coffee) Enjoy one of the best fishing spots on the lake right off the end of the dock. We have mooring posts waiting to tie off your boat and 2 kayaks available. Lovely swimming with a sand/silt bottom and a gradual drop off. 30 minutes from Boyne Highlands and Nubs Nob Ski Areas, with unlimited opportunities for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Ideal for your next winter, as well as summer, get away. Let me know if you have an interest in a Winter booking. We may be able to open the house on request. Board games, books, badminton, bags, and high speed Internet available to round out your recreational options. The surrounding area includes some outstanding attractions, if you can pull your family away from the lake. Attractions include wineries/breweries, the Headlands International Dark Sky Park, charming resort shopping districts in Petoskey and Harbor Springs, too many to list fabulous restaurants and historic landmarks, including the incredible Inland Waterway (which can take you from my dock all the way to the Atlantic Ocean if you’re so inclined), The Inland Waterway Museum, Fort Michilimackinac, Mackinaw Island, Legs Inn and the Dam Site Inn just to mention a few. Also biking, hiking, zip lining, river rafting, and fall color tours - whew, you’ll definitely need to come more than once to enjoy it all, welcome! To clarify: 7-night, Friday-Friday bookings from Memorial Day to Labor Day. 3-night minimum stay the rest of the year with some flexibility concerning arrival and departure days. Currently my cleaning service is not available on Saturday or Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Strict maximum of 12 overnight guests, no RV’s or tents allowed. The neighborhood quiets down after sunset and respect for my lovely neighbors peace and privacy is required at all times. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoke outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114280000/114277000/114276981/7b0833c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Bear Cottage with adorable Lake and Bear décor, 25 mi S. of Mackinaw City Alanson - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=114276981&PinnedHotelID=114276981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96172600/96172577/ad5849bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crooked Cottage Alanson - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=96172577&PinnedHotelID=96172577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78594000/78593945/10f67446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Cabins on Crooked Lake Alanson [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=78593945&PinnedHotelID=78593945&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934000/113933973/ee37bea9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 4-bedroom cottage in adorable Oden with WiFi, AC Alanson - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=113933973&PinnedHotelID=113933973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92980000/92978000/92977943/fe44c2c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Log Cabin on the River with Hot Tub Alanson - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=92977943&PinnedHotelID=92977943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107730000/107727800/107727725/c349c889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront - Amazing views! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as House Vrbo Property Lakeside Family Retreat Sleeps 12 Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 Alanson Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Alanson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Burt Lake State Park, while Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Cheboiganing Preserve and Big Bear Adventures. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Alanson travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanson.dx500770) [View more Holiday homes in Alanson](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alanson-Private-Holiday-Homes.d500770-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.39910%2C-84.76273&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5THXUJABZSg0OxP4FPYwFfXUkDY=) Alanson, MI ### What's nearby - ![The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635968087728/fc7f2636-cb9f-4aeb-95ca-c23a0f04b109.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal 43 min drive \- 33.4 miles - ![Boyne Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092399/083a4444-5cbc-46d1-8c17-e8c3da637172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boyne Mountain 51 min drive \- 35.2 miles - Pickerel Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital 32 min drive \- 17.1 miles - Odawa Casino 35 min drive \- 18.4 miles ### Getting around - Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Burt Lake Brewery 19 min drive - Dutch Oven Yarn Shop 12 min drive - Dairy Queen 11 min drive - Northwood Restaurant 13 min drive - Alanson Depot Restaurant 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12? ### What time is check-in at Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12? ### What time is check-out at Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12? ### Where is Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Northern Michigan Lakeside Family Retreat - sleeps 12 Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pickerel Lake Great location. Comfortable accommodations. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura B. 28 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family vacation. Nice house with a lot of room for our family to spread out. Beautiful landscape and decks. ##### Laura B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pickerel Lake Beauty Great place for 6 adults and 5 grandchildren. Big yard for kids to play. Beautiful landscaping. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Joelle S. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place The house was in a great location and the owner was extremely accommodating. We were a little disappointed there wasn’t a beach though we may have just assumed there would be an easier water entry point. Really a nice little affordable place for a family vacation. ##### Joelle S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pickerel Lake 2023 Had a really great time. The cottage was very clean. The lawn and landscaping were beautiful. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 15 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun fun fun This was a lovely property with a huge back yard to play in. The fire pit was really nice and so was the dock to the water. The kayaks were a plus and several of the people in our group enjoyed them. The house was nice and clean and the living room was great for our time family ##### Michael M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric S. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant Pickerel Lake Vacation Had a wonderful week's vacation Up North on Pickerel Lake at this very nice waterfront home. The home is large, very comfortable and well suited for a large group to enjoy all Northern Mi has to offer in the Summer. The exterior grounds and decking are expansive (and beautiful) so whether you want to grill out/have an outdoor meal, play yard games, lounge by the water, swim, kayak or do water sports - its all there to enjoy. The house is well appointed so you can literally just come with your clothes and not much else. The owner, Valerie, has done a great job in making sure everything you may need is available, has provided very good instructions on how to use the entertainment systems, where to find things, etc. and is very responsive to any questions that may arise. The lake is also a nice size and the homes are all on decent sized lots - so you are fairly secluded from others - not right on top of everyone else - so can do whatever floats your boat and not intrude on others. Its also very close to civilization - so grabbing groceries, going out to a restaurant, etc. is a quick hop away in the car. Although we did a fair bit of traveling around during the week - we did spend a couple of days just at the house - "Lake Days" as we call them - and had some of the best time we have ever had at any VRBO rental. Very sad when we finally had to leave after the week was up. I would definitely recommend staying here if you are in the area. You won't be disappointed. ##### Eric S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin E. 12 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Vacation Everything was as described, great location and well stocked. Our host was very responsive and attentive. ##### Erin E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pickerel Lake This is a great place to spend a week. Great cottage, yard, and beach. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Up north at Pickerel We had a great time. The cottage was clean and comfortable and the owner did everything necessary to make sure we had a very nice stay. Highly recommend this place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad S. 22 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families The place was spacious and clean. Valerie is wonderful to work with, and has thought of everything. ##### Chad S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan C. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is truly a beautiful home in a terrific location. We had 10 adults and an infant, so 6 bedrooms were fantastic. The home is beautifully decorated and thoughtfully equipped. The lakefront is just gorgeous, the landscaping is really beautiful so it was lovely to just sit out. We were surprised to find a pickleball/tennis court a 4 minute walk from the property. It is close to Petoskey and Harbor Springs which was lovely. The hostess was easy to communicate with.We had a very hot two days where we missed AC but otherwise found the house to be quite cool even in August temperatures. ##### Jonathan C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet C. 20 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another relaxing week at the lake This is our second time staying here. Did not disappoint. Peaceful, plenty of room, clean, comfortable, everything we needed; and easy drive to Petoskey and Harbor Springs. ##### Janet C. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol B. 26 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Everyone had a great time. Plenty of space for all to relax and enjoy. Kitchen had everything we could need. ##### Carol B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis L. 21 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Lots of room to spread out for our family group of 11\. Nice living room to seat all of us in comfortable furniture. Beautiful property with ideal place to dock our boat. Only the weather could have been better! Nothing we could do about that! ##### Dennis L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwynne S. 30 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property on serene lake Spacious living room with beautiful views of Pickerel Lake. Kitchen was well-equipped with anything we could have wished for to prepare meals. Plenty of beds to accommodate a large group. Enjoyed time out on the large deck and fishing right off of the end of the dock. The hostess Valerie is incredibly gracious and she went out of her way to ensure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Great location close to Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Looking forward to staying here again next summer! ##### Gwynne S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Leslie S. 19 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous!!! We had a wonderful vacation! The house was perfect for our 2 families. The home had plenty of space, was very clean, and just a beautiful space to spend the week! We couldn’t have imagined it to be any better! Valerie was excellent about answering questions we had prior to and during our stay as well. The location on the lake is lovely. The kids enjoyed swimming and fishing from the dock and kayaks. Thank you Valerie! ##### Leslie S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard i. 23 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect set-up for fun! This lovely home offered everything our family of nine needed for a fun-filled vacation. It is nicely appointed and spacious. The large yard provided plenty of room for a multitude of outdoor activities during the day and the dining room table was our gathering spot every evening for family games. We enjoyed watching the lake from the deck. We have rented this home twice and are hoping to rent it again. ##### richard i. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet C. 28 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Lake Front Get-Away We really had a great week. Totally self-contained. We only left the property to go on long walks, or to grocery store and winery down the road. Nice outdoor space — dock, lovely Deck and nicely landscaped yard, plenty of chairs, 2 nice kayaks, grill, yard games and fire pit. Valerie was a great host. She provided everything we needed and then some. She was incredibly responsive to us throughout our stay. My husband is the cook, and he found even the most specialized kitchen tools — multiple cheese graters and lime juicer! Overall, if you’re looking for a quiet, off-the-beaten path lake vacation, this was ideal. ##### Janet C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra C. 18 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful week! Our three generations family of nine all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely home on Pickerel Lake. The house felt very homey and was stocked very well with anything you might need. The owner was quick to respond to any questions and left a detailed manual in the home with information also. Property has a beautiful lawn that was perfect for game playing and there was nice patio furniture and two great Adirondack chairs at the end of a long dock to sit and admire the beautiful scenery. Seating was also plentiful inside for a large group. Lake has a nice sandy bottom from shore to right beyond end of dock. Grandchildren had a fun time enjoying the lake. It was a perfect lake vacation! Thank you! ##### Sandra C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd D. 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Setting-Perfect For a Group Our group enjoyed the property immensely. The owners were very accommodating and helpful. Communication was quick and helpful. We would certainly stay at this property again! ##### Todd D. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad S. 12 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hoping to stay here again We enjoyed the spaciousness of the cottage. Valerie was very thorough and responsive. It was everything we were hoping for. ##### Chad S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alfred D. 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEAUTIFUL!!! This property delivers on all aspects. ##### Alfred D. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy O. 27 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best VRBO Ever! Better than we expected even with the excellent on-line description. Lost a pair of glasses, looked everywhere, even under the beds, and between the sofa cushions. Not a speck of dust anywhere! The host really does have everything! We even found a magnifying glass when we wanted one. Staying here felt like staying at a friend's home. The personal touches made it so special. Add the beauty of the location, glorious weather, fall colors and good friends, and you have the recipe for a perfect vacation. We highly recommend this home and this host. Better than 5 stars!! ##### Kathy O. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Monir Y. 16 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful place It's beautiful place to stay and relax with friends. ##### Monir Y. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ---