I always appreciate a place I can bring my dog. We did not spend a lot of time indoors, but enjoyed hikes and the river. The reason I did not give 5 stars is that the queen bed is not comfortable, and I could not get a good night's sleep on it. Additionally, the air-conditioner is a window unit in the main room, but fans helped. It has a great location to go out and explore (Mount Mitchell, Crabtree Falls, Black Mountain Campground trails, Spruce Pine, and Burnsville). The home is right at a local watering hole/swimming spot, so expect others nearby. This spot is great for families with children to tube and play in the water because of shallow areas. The covered deck was my favorite spot to listen the water.