Title: Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044900/54044829/5684b131.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044900/54044829/756aac05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044900/54044829/2d51e74f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044900/54044829/a1ac8225.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54050000/54044900/54044829/fbe02f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a serene lakeside retreat, where great fishing and kayaking await. Enjoy the warmth of a wood-burning fireplace in the living room or snuggle up by the gas fireplace in one of the cozy bedrooms. With 4 kayaks, a canoe, and life jackets available, this kid-friendly haven is perfect for families. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Great lake views. Great fishing (smallmouth bass, pickerel, walleye, crappie, perch, sunfish). No gas motors are allowed. Definitely "kid-friendly." 4 Kayaks, row boat and life jackets available. large deck on the water. 25 Minute drive to Downtown Saratoga Springs Grill, fire pit, our door fire place. 4 Bedrooms 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 single, 1 cot. There is a wood burning fire place in the living room, a pellet stove in the sun room and a gas fire place in one of the bedrooms and yes we provide wood. Linens are provided. Cable TV. COVID 19 UPDATES: We are here to ensure check in/check out is as smooth as possible. All host and guest interactions will follow state and federal guidelines, face masks will be required during host and guest interactions. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Netflix - Smart TV with cable channels - Stereo - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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 ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69760000/69759100/69759098/72bb8c8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Sunrise Cottage on Galway Lake Broadalbin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 49 reviews £463 includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=69759098&PinnedHotelID=69759098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57220000/57219200/57219146/53b8f46b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enjoy the Leisurely Camp Life - Galway Lake Spacious Waterfront Home Broadalbin - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=57219146&PinnedHotelID=57219146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34399400/34399335/38c76de4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Galway Lakefront Retreat Broadalbin - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=34399335&PinnedHotelID=34399335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99250000/99244300/99244239/w1200h803x0y1-24d346a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Cove Galway - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=99244239&PinnedHotelID=99244239&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100200000/100194900/100194858/e3e83c84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy lake view home, centrally located with lake access and private dock! 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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 and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Retreat On Galway Lake, Ny Lake Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Hagaman Lake Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Private vacation home Lake Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Private vacation home Hagaman ## About the area Located in Broadalbin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Galway Town Hall and Schoharie Crossing are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pioneer Hills Golf Course and Galway Golf Course. Wildlife Sports and Education Museum and Sanford Farms Shopping Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Broadalbin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadalbin.dx6340113) [View more Holiday homes in Broadalbin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadalbin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6340113-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%7C43.03774%2C-74.08262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TzlljH04vHzHuBEPkUhEu66RLjs=) Galway, NY ### What's nearby - Galway Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Great Sacandaga Lake - 14 min drive - 10.7 miles - Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 32 min drive - 22.6 miles - Skidmore College - 34 min drive - 24.1 miles - Saratoga Race Course - 35 min drive - 24.3 miles ### Getting around - Amsterdam Station - 19 min drive - Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 33 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬10 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬11 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬10 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬6 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Galway Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Galway Town Hall. Galway Park and Galway Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY Reviews 9.6 ### 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 26 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denver R. 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun stay in the lake Comfortable lakeside stay for our family vacation. Lots of room for everyone. Our host Michael was so nice and easy to contact if we had any questions. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3303f1e6-7599-49bb-a888-924d9be82bff-1750870237022.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Denver R. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike T. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A fabulous vacation Lake Home, well-maintained with thoughtful comforts of home throughout to make it cozy and just like home. Ample lighting and an open concept floor plan provided breathtaking views of the lake from multiple rooms. Michael, the owner, offered clear and helpful instructions and communication, and graciously accommodated our check-in/check-out times. Thank you for helping make our family vacation so memorable! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0f6ff5da-8128-4dbc-a88e-52713fb24298-1752421591138.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13cdbf37-c06d-49bc-acf1-dcaddc75c1fb-1752421591665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a65b3d6-00e9-4411-9abf-a6bc515b0216-1752421592191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/30fc4751-47f0-44b0-b8d7-97b46796c136-1752421591043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mike T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan G. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Lakeside Home Wonderful lakeside property, with very accomodating owners! ##### Jonathan G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy C. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Water Lovers Dream It is a great property with beautiful views of the lake. Lots of kayaks are available for guests to use, with easy access to the water from the shore or dock. I'll definitely stay again during my next visit to Galway Lake! ##### Stacy C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard & Shellie S. 30 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lakefront vacation home The multiple porches and dock were ideal, and we loved to kayak on the beautiful lake. The communication with the owner was very good. ##### Richard & Shellie S. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary V. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous views Gorgeous and serene location. Loved waking up to the lake, drinking coffee looking at the lake, sitting on the dock with a glass of wine in the evening, and kayaking. It was also close enough to Saratoga Springs that we were able to pop over for dinner and for the races. The kitchen is well appointed and having the washer/dryer was an added bonus. Lots of room in this house. Perfect for a relaxing vacation. ##### Mary V. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary L. 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Enjoyed this place so much last year that we book it again. The house is so spacious and clean. Outdoor patio and dock were wonderful. Didn't need a thing while relaxing the whole week! Host is readily available for any questions. ##### Mary L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie B. 18 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Galway Vacay First time staying at a VRBO. Location was perfect. Lakeside and 20 minutes from everything. Enough space for all to spread out. ##### Ronnie B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula Z. 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We had a great time. The new dock with the recline chairs were perfect for watching amazing sunrises. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything you could need. Would definitely come back!! ##### Paula Z. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl S. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Galway Gem We stayed on the property for 4 nights. Wish the weather would have cooperated more but not the properties problem. We cooked breakfast every morning. Everything you needs to make breakfast was available. Will definitely stay at the property in the future. ##### Carl S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Lake / Relaxing Vacation The property is exactly as described, but Galway lake is even more beautiful than the pictures. The house is extremely well-equipped and the bedrooms are very comfortable. Views from the sitting room and deck are fantastic. The lake is picturesque, quiet and (at least for us) not at all crowded. We would definitely stay there again and recommend the property. ##### James P. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeff w. 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Galway Great ##### jeff w. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lizz C. 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fourth of July on the Lake The house was wonderful. Large enough to host a group of 7 friends comfortably. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need. The lake is beautiful - we sat on the dock surrounded by fish and a family of ducks and watched a bald eagle circling the lake from the kayaks. Would absolutely recommend to anyone traveling as a group or a family. ##### Lizz C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc U. 11 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly as Advertised The Lake House is exactly as shown in the pictures. The interior spaces are all extremely comfortable. We spent most of our mornings in the sunroom, which is wonderful. After dinner drinks on the deck overlooking the lake were perfect. I definitely recommend this property and Michael and his property manager Veronica. Both are top flight. ##### Marc U. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Jane H. 13 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great fishing! Nice and quiet, beautiful view of the lake, loved the sunroom and deck to sit and look out over the lake. Nice dock with chairs for fishing. Used kayaks almost everyday. Caught lots of fish from dock and from kayaks out on the lake. House was well equipped. Michael was very responsive when we had questions. We would go back. ##### Jane H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yifat T. 8 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Labor Day weekend at the lake We had a great weekend at the lake house. In spite of a few housekeeping issues to start, the house manager addressed them and both her and the owner were very responsive and helpful. The kitchen is well suited for cooking dinners and the house with the view of the lake leaves you no choice but to relax and slow down. Teens Kayaked while adults relaxed at the waterfront, nightly fires , s’mores and nice neighbors. We will definitely try and come back! ##### Yifat T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura H. 14 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful lake house My friends and I had a wonderful time cooking for each other, building fires, and using the lake. It was a relaxing space to be in, and you can tell the owners put a lot of care into setting it up. We had a lot of people (6 at a time) working from the house, and the wifi was not great at times. Would work well if there were less demand on it. ##### Laura H. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Ofelia B. 27 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful setting We loved the outdoors. The lake is beautiful and we swam and used the boat and kayaks. The house was very well decorated and had a terrific family room. The only issue with the house was that there was a one step up to enter eachbedroom in the second floor. So if you are older or don’t see well, it would be easy to fall. Our host, Michael, was very nice and treated us to a couple if pay per view movies. I would stay here again. ##### Ofelia B. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan N. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely lake retreat We had a wonderful stay at this Galway lake rental. Our host, Michael, was friendly and gracious when we arrived, showing us around and making us comfortable with his home. He even came by when I called with a few questions about lighting and fan controls. The rental itself was everything the pictures depicted. Just beautiful, roomy and relaxing with an amazing view of the lake. We kayaked, walked, had a day at the races and enjoyed fires at night in the outdoor fire pit. We loved being at the lake and hope to come back. Susan Naple ##### Susan N. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kim P. 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing vacation Galway lake is a small quiet lake. The house was nice, well equipped with a beautiful view from the sunroom. Beds were comfortable and neighbors were quiet. The house was not cleaned to our standards upon arrival but Michael came to the house quickly to discuss the issue and rectified the situation to our satisfaction. We enjoyed the kayaks but unfortunately there was too much seaweed in the lake for us to comfortably swim from the dock, which was a little disappointing for our teenager. ##### Kim P. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip S. 11 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Vacation Ever! We couldn't recommend this house, and the owner Michael, highly enough. Both were exceptional. The house is exactly as pictured so the location is outstanding. The house itself extremely well-stocked for a vacation home with tons of helpful amenities. Of course, with the lake on your doorstep, we made full use of the kayaks and canoes and had a really fabulous time. On top of all that, there's Michael, super helpful and friendly and nothing was too much trouble for him. Do yourself a favor and book Michael's place you will not regret the views, the amenities, or your host! The family voted it our best vacation ever! Thank you Michael. ##### Philip S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda M. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious home on a beautiful lake My husband and I stayed with a another couple in this beautiful home on the lake. The main floor has a large kitchen/living room area and a spacious sunroom where we enjoyed our coffee every morning looking out at the great view of the lake. There were several options to have our meals including a large kitchen table, however, because the weather was so nice we chose to eat either at the table in the sunroom or at the one on the deck. The lake is very clean and we took advantage of the kayaks that were at the property to explore the lake. The upstairs bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. Michael is a great host! He responded quickly to any questions we had. Looking forward to coming back to this home again soon! ##### Amanda M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### a k. 20 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lake front Nice place with lots of space. Everything we needed there. Bed was comfortable in master bedroom facing road. Champagne for us on arrival.was kind. We went out-in tandem kayak for a tour of the lake. It was nice without gas powered boats around. Lots of bird/duck/goose watching. We saw a Bald eagle each day we were there. Neighbors were friendly and not loud.. the only thing I would suggest is a book/or guide for/at the house letting the renters know some things about the house ( garbage removal, info on locks/keys, is there a garbage disposal, witch kayaks outside are ok to use... etc.). We have found this to be helpful at other rentals. Thank you . ##### a k. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia F. 3 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great location on peaceful Galway Lake! Such a lovely property! We had a total of 7 adult family members for our first get-together since COVID and really enjoyed our stay. The lake was beautiful and so peaceful, and we loved relaxing on the anti-gravity chairs on the dock. We kayaked, cooked in the large kitchen, made smores by the fire outside, and enjoyed spending time together in the bright, comfy sunroom. The two upstairs bedrooms were huge. The upstairs bathroom was also big and had plenty of towels. The two downstairs bedrooms were small and one of those bedrooms only had a twin bed and did not have a door, but it worked out fine for us since we had 7 people and not 8. The location was only 30 minutes from downtown Saratoga Springs, which was super convenient for those of us who went to the track. We appreciated that Michael stopped by on the second day to give us the lay of the land. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Cynthia F. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jill-n T. 20 Jul 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Shortcomings but overall enjoyable We rented this property because of it's proximity to Saratoga Springs and it's location on a lake. We did not receive checkin information or a key and sent messages with no response. The house was open when we arrived. There was no key for us to lock the house. The house was tastefully decorated and clean with the exception of cobwebs in all rooms. The cooking pans were aged, and difficult to clean. The AC in the front bedroom facing the lake could not be used because the remote did not work and we did not have a phillips screwdriver or batteries or directions. TV in front sunroom did not work because it could not connect to the internet/wifi. We could not use the wifi until Monday when Michael came to the house with batteries and discovered the paper with wifi password and username were wrong. Linens and mattresses were superior. Towels and toiletries were provided and excellent quality. The phone number we were given was the old property manager number that was listed on the listing. There was no instruction booklet about using appliances or the check-in or check-out process. Michael gave us a key on Monday, the 3rd day of our stay, changed batteries and showed us how to use A/C. The kayaks had to be cleaned as they were covered in slugs, dirt, leaves and debris. The furniture on the decks had to be cleaned with a hose because they were also dirty. The exterior of the house is not as clean as the photos indicate. In spite of these pitfalls, we enjoyed our stay. ##### Jill-n T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023