We stayed at this "cottage" in August 2011. We had family members coming and going at different times throughout the week and up to 12 a few nights. The house consists of what appears to be the original cottage (no A.C.) that has two bunkbeds in one bedroom and a queen bed in another, a full bath, a family room and a small galley kitchen. The other side of the house is newer and consists of a huge living room, an open, well stocked kitchen, a 1/2 bath with laundry, two queen beds upstairs that share a bath, and an unfinished basement serving as the game room. The house is so huge that at no time did we feel crowded and it was easy to get away if someone wanted a little solitude.

Even though there are neighbors on either side, the house is situated for maximum privacy and the view is beautiful. There is a large yard sloping toward the lake with new sod. The firepit was filled with water most evenings so building a campfire was a challenge but did not deter us. The is more a fishing lake than a swimming lake although sand has been added on one side of the dock for those wishing to swim or enjoy the raft. Kids and adults spent hours on the dock reeling in (tiny) fish and we made good use of the kayaks for exploring the lake.

We chose a week at the lake as an alternative to the usual holiday gifts that go unused or unappreciated and hoped instead to give a gift of memories that will last for years to come. Several of the kids commented that this was the "best Christmas present ever!!!" That's all we needed to hear to know we made the right decision and we hope to make this an annual or semi-annual tradition.

The only negative comments we can make are that, probably because it has been such a wet summer, the exterior of the house is in need of a good cleaning/power washing, including siding, deck, windows and chair cushions. The outdoor carpeting on the floating raft could also use replacing. Overall though, this was a great experience!