I’d never used a “rent by owner” service, and was traveling alone with my three kids (8, 12, 15) and puppy. Reading the amazing reviews left me feeling a little skeptical - were these reviews legit?! I wasn’t even looking to vacation in this area but a suggestion came up on my screen while researching. I’m so glad I clicked, considered and put aside my hesitations. Truly a gem- the location, the most awesome, thoughtful and helpful host Derrick, the fun accommodations, the peaceful private setting, the chance to disconnect to connect and enjoy the last of summer before school craziness starts. I could never write enough or find words to convey how much we enjoyed our stay and how we left feeling. We arrived in the rain but Derrick and his daughter, Jessica, had obviously spent a lot of timing preparing the site for us. We were given a tour, tips and were told to be in touch with any questions, (which we did!) Nobody wanted to leave- tubing, catching fish/crayfish, kicking around the soccer ball, golf putting, cooking outside, fires, s’mores, reading in the hammock, so many stars (meteors!,) the camper, playing chase with the puppy through the paths, and board games, are some of the memories the kids left in the provided camping journal. There was sadness the morning of our departure, but the morning sky greeted us with a beautiful double rainbow after a stormy night. I think the kids got in the car only because instead of saying goodbye we said “until next time!”