Overall, our family of 7 adults and 4 kids had a nice time at this cabin. With bedrooms and common areas on 3 floors, we could easily spread out or get together as desired. The lakefront location was perfect, the kids had alot of fun "fishing" for leaves off the dock and having a little beach was nice to sit and visit or bask in the sun :) Having canoes to paddle around was perfect. There is even a little island to go visit though my husband got chased off of it by a nesting goose :) We had fires at both the inside fireplace and the beach firepit (bring your own firewood).

Some of the things the "one star" reviewer said were true...there was a mix of more newly renovated parts and some dated/worn decor and house supplies. While the house was generally clean and beds comfortable, there were some things that were cobwebby, worn or in disrepair but nothing crucial. Some of the big lake facing windows had that window fog (between the panes) but not all of them. Some little details like a renters' handbook (so one doesn't have to keep referring to emails previously sent...which the owner said she would rectify by printing up information sheets), soap and hand towels at every sink, games to play/dvd library/books to read were missing. Knowing what to expect is helpful so you can be prepared for any shortcomings; knowing realistically what you need and don't means you aren't caught off guard.

Taken as a whole, the pros outweighed the cons and our family enjoyed our weekend here. We didn't even have to leave except to pick up a few groceries. We would consider this rental again if we are in the area.