Very peaceful and quiet cottage nestled in rhododendron grove and forest. Mount Retreat road could use a little maintenance following what appeared to be some recent washout at the beginning of the road just after the turn from Green House Rd. That didn't cause any problem, it was just a little rough.
The cottage interior is freshly renovated and clean. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparing most meals. I cooked breakfasts, dinners, and prepared pie, cake, and casserole to take to the family Thanksgiving dinner in the next county. I was glad I brought my hand mixer and 9" cake pans, just in case, as I didn't expect to find these items.
Location is great! There are 3 lovely golf courses within a mile of the cottage. We found a choose and cut Christmas tree farm within a few miles, near the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway where you will find breathtaking vistas. Sparta is only 15 minutes away if you need groceries or want to shop for arts, crafts, or gifts, grab dinner, or hangout in a brewery. Stone Mountain State park is nearby with great for hiking.