We stayed a 3 day holiday weekend at this house. The location is great with many state parks and destinations nearby. Also grocery store is not far away. We enjoyed the weekend and appreciated the 5 bedrooms and 3 baths so our three families could stay in the same house, and the large table allowed for us to share meals. We used the kayaks and paddled around in the canal (a second double oar would have been nice). There were plenty of beach towels provided. Also enjoyed the game room and the water toys. (needs to be chalk for the pool table) – the game room isn’t A/C, so we opened windows and used fans. We enjoyed the large seating areas for t.v. viewing. The kitchen was adequate, all appliances worked, and there were dishes and pans, etc. (although some of the pans were a bit worn) We used the gas grill outside and it worked fine.
The stairs don’t have a hand rail that can be easily grasped, so it may be difficult for the young or mobility impaired.
And, there are some COMFORT issues in the house should be addressed.
Air conditioning - We didn’t know that there were two thermostats –one in Living Room and one in corner of master bedroom, so we didn’t turn the 2nd one down immediately. There is not a dedicated a/c unit to the upstairs, so one must over-cool the downstairs in order to cool the upstairs.
Beds – The master bedroom bed is quite comfortable. However, the frame to the full/queen in the other downstairs bedroom is wobbly and the mattress too soft. The upstairs bunk beds squeak and kept others from getting to sleep.
Chairs – at dining table. Upholstered fabric – not a good choice - had food spots and wear – the springs in the chairs are worn-out and the seats are uncomfortable – one has a metal spring sticking out.
And what is up with that strange trash can? Why won’t the lid open when the button is pressed? Is it high-tech and needs a battery? Wouldn’t a simple trash can be better?
We had a good weekend, and enjoyed that the house was large enough for all of us, but it could have been better if these comfort issues were resolved. So overall, I would give this house “B”.