Our first observation was the 8-inch step-down from the living room and kitchen into the home addition with dining room, bedroom and playroom with bunk beds. We felt this could be hazardous for anyone not expecting the drop or traversing the house in low light -- the floors were the same material and color, and no signage or guide strip warned of the longer step-down. A similar feeling of hazard came with the slight dip in the flooring going toward the bunk beds. We recommend a sign at the doorways and/or color stripes warning of these unusual elevation changes.
The heating system seemed to have a hard time keeping up with its settings. The thermostat was set to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, and although we turned it up to 72 once, the house never got that warm -- even though outside temperatures were mild (44 - 72 degrees). In the mornings, the inside air was 56 - 58 degrees at 8 a.m., and it was never warmer than 65 at any time during the day. Bedrooms were even colder. We huddled in blankets to stay warm.
The house provided all amenities promised. We were grateful to have brought a fire lighter, because the click-start on the fire pit did not light it. We did not use the grill or hot tub -- although we did test to see that the water was warm.
Things we appreciated: off-street parking for two vehicles; a large kitchen (although a stronger corkscrew and better quality pots and pans would be appreciated); great shower heads; good privacy curtains and shades; and really nice seating in the living room. Linens (sheets, towels) were good quality. Security was excellent.
We recommend that vacationers tell their visitors not to bring their pets, or to keep them outside, because of the 'no pets' policy. We had a visitor bring his dog (unexpectedly) who was in the house for a few minutes before I discovered it, and the owner's rep immediately sent a warning text. I appreciated the notice and an opportunity to respond.
The cabin was immaculately clean and well organized, and we received excellent service from the hosts.