Lake Escape: Hot Tub& Sauna, Dock& Kayaks

Wonderful lake house with a beautiful view. Our host was very helpful and welcoming.

We've stayed in many VRBOs (and similar rentals), and we do so mostly because it allows us a full kitchen and shared living space. Unfortunately, this VRBO did not provide the latter. There was a very small secluded living area with delicate furniture, not fit for the two 6' 4" men with us. So we were left sitting around the dining table on uncomfortable wooden chairs. For that reason alone, I couldn't recommend this property to anyone wanting to spend time connecting with distant friends and family.But there were also other oddities. There's a sign requesting you take off your shoes when you enter, yet they allow pets? We found that confusing. The motor on the hot tub is sooooo loud in the master bedroom and on the deck, but we were told that it wasn't recommended guests turn it off. The garbage disposal didn't work, which made kitchen clean-up more difficult.Our take-away, however, are the pictures of the 40 notes left around the home, ranging from "you can use this bowl to hold trinkets" to "don't damage the hot tub because it requires a crane to replace." It was a lot to take in and made it feel less like borrowing someone's house and more like invading my grandmother's home.Bottom line: I don't think this home should be rented. It is clear that the owner has an incredible sentimental attachment to it, so it'd be better to just loan it to family and friends they trust.

We enjoyed our stay. The lake was wonderful paddling around on the kayaks.

Love the whole house cool downstairs when you need it, THE LAKE is so quite and beautiful, kayaks were a blast. Hot tub such awesome views!!!!

Stayed 2 nights. Property was gorgeous, clean and comfortable. Tons of nostalgia in the living room, most comfortable, beautiful chairs ever! I read for hours in there with the stunning lake as a backdrop.Even though this property allows pets you'd never know, not a single animal hair in sight.Hot tub was relaxing and clean. Sauna was also top notch. Property owner worked with us on a couple of our eccentricities/requests including an hour early check in.Lots of very clear instructions both before check in and throughout the house which made caring for this beautiful place a breeze, owner was very responsive at all times to all questions.We highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to book again for our next getaway!