The cottage is an incredible mix of warmth and elegance, w/finely handcrafted mountain furnishings, unique antiques, sumptuous decor, rugs, bedding, linens, and throws, and a kitchen that has me rethinking some of our renovation plans at home. Bathrooms are gorgeous w/boutique amenities. We loved how well the long wide hallway leading to the bedrooms and bathrooms was lined with hooks and a long bench, so our gear, coats, shoes, and bags were easily visible, handy, and not in the way! The screened-in porch looks over a gorgeous cedar and mountain laurel-lined open lawn with a fire pit that sits on a bed of moss. Off to the side we discovered a surprisingly meditation/fairy garden with an oval walkway among some well-placed mossy rocks and rock stairways, ornamental plantings, and benches for musing. The back side of the house near the kitchen had its own fire pit, grill & smoker, AND a thriving herb garden! We had no children with us, but how fantastic it would be to have a few little ones enjoying the “summer camp” themed sleeping loft upstairs with grass green throw rugs, pillow-filled tent, and adorable camp signs. Also, I now understand what it means when someone says “gourmet kitchen.” What a delight to cook and serve with these chef-grade appliances, excellent knives, lovely china, & array of oils & spices! We hiked for waterfalls each day & spent our eves cooking and playing games by the fire. Easy communication w/owner. What a perfect, memory-filled getaway!
