I have provided a very comprehensive review because all of this information would have been very helpful to me in deciding whether to select this property or not. You can decide what is important to you. Overall, this property was a good choice for our large group of 12, in particular because of the views and each bedroom having its own bathroom.
Positives:
*Exceptional lake views, especially from main deck
*Bedrooms each have their own full bathroom, a real bonus for our large group.
*Two master suites in the main house each have soaking tubs and dry saunas
*”In-law unit” is attached to the main house but has a separate keyed entrance. Completely private. Both bedrooms in this unit have small kitchen areas with sinks, mini refrigerators, sitting areas.
*Main kitchen has two side-by-side refrigerators and freezers, perfect for our large group.
*Main kitchen was very well stocked with plates, glassware, cooking ware, silverware, and utensils.
*Large dining room table comfortably seated ten adults, with lake views.
*Nice large, open seating in the main living room.
*No TV in main living room! With the deck and lake views, this made sense. There is a flat screen in the kitchen and in some of the bedrooms.
*Very reasonable cancellation policy.
Concerns:
*This hillside house has many levels and stairs and is not a good choice for guests with mobility issues or small children. No level, outdoor play space for kids.
*Fairly low deck rail on the main deck.
*Some of the beds were simply not comfortable and I can sleep on almost anything.
*Guests are not given a key to the lower entrance of the in-law unit, only the upper. That made no sense to us. A key would have been helpful.
*Toilets are older low-seating and often did not flush well. These really should be upgraded.
*No mobile garage door openers or keypad. If you park in the garage you have to close the door from inside the garage when leaving then go out the front door then back to your car. To open the door when returning, you have to go inside the house, then open the door inside the garage. Most rentals with a garage provide openers.
*As this is a property for large groups, the main deck would benefit from more outdoor chairs, maybe even a second small table.
*Several overhead light bulbs were out. This could be easily addressed with a good checklist for housekeepers or maintenance.