We were so pleased upon entering this beautifully renovated cottage. It was immaculate, thoughtfully updated and perfectly appointed for our small family. The furniture and beds were comfortable and it was a little luxury having all linens provided and beds already made for our week's stay. So many little extras are thought of - cozy throws, coffee pods, paper towels, detergents, trash bags, doggie towels, pet waste bags with a disposal can on the lawn. The screened porch overlooking the creek was lovely. We spent a lot of time there watching the water rippling by. We saw a beautiful buck run through the creek one brisk morning and our son even caught a brown trout our first day. Exploration of the creek was a big source of entertainment for him. The location of the home makes it convenient to nearby Lake Glenville, Cashiers, Highlands, hiking, golfing, dining. We took advantage of it all. It was a wonderful getaway for us and we would recommend this sweet home.
There are a couple of things to note. The road traffic. There is a lot of building taking place around the area and it seems Norton Road is a major thoroughfare for work trucks. Big, loud work trucks. The traffic noise does diminish in the evening but it starts early. It is a shame as it does affect the peacefulness of sitting creekside or relaxing on the porch.
The porch furniture. The porch experience could be made better with more lounge type furniture. A couple of the existing swivel chairs were compromised and they just weren't comfortable for long. Perhaps an outdoor sofa and chairs could lead to an afternoon nap or really relishing a good book on the porch. Clearly, relaxation was my number one goal during our week in the cool mountain air!
Overall, we felt lucky, we felt at home and we had a great stay. A lot of thought has gone into making this little cottage cozy, clean, charming and memorable. And the memories will last us a lifetime. Thanks, Pam!