The Pines | Log Home, Wooded Setting!

When we arrived the house has a very pungent smell, like urine. I believe this was due to the septic. We opened the windows and air it out and it was ok but after that it was strong sent of air fresheners. As someone easily prone to headaches, this was an issue. This was definitely a log cabin and I didn't expect a hotel room type situation but the house was a bit cobwebby and susty. We could never get get the TV to work.

We liked this place, you should just be prepared for what you're getting. Like a lot of properties at Deep Creek, there's not really a serious central air system, so the cabin was a little warm and muggy when we arrived. Running the fans and opening the windows helped. This place also does not have a dishwasher or a dryer, which for a family of five with young kids was a bigger challenge. Next time we'll know to be prepared with extra towels and paper goods.That said, the location is fantastic, a short walk to the lake beach and discovery center, as well as the "Merc", a 24 hour help yourself mini mart.

Would have been nice if the cleaning service got rid of the cobwebs in doorways and checked for spiders

My wife and I overall enjoyed our four day stay. The house was clean, well lite (not a given with many rental properties), and close to the lake and hiking trails (about a five minute walk). Several minor items: there is no washer and dryer, the main bathroom tub needs a rubber mat, and the TV/cable needs specific operating instructions, as we could not figure out the setup (we ended up streaming to our PC).