I am an honest reviewer because it is not cheap taking a family of 9 on vacation and I want the next renter to have all the info I can provide to make a decision. This is a great house in a VERY secluded area. BUT there were some disappointments specifically the cleanliness and the kitchen amenities. There were very clear to the naked eye items that should have been cleaned before our arrival. Lots of mold in the washer door liner and detergent tray, cobwebs, huge dying/dead tree inside house, empty pots of dirt on deck, mold on deck cushions, hair in shower, pots/pans had grease/food residue, hot tub not filled properly. It is a large home that fit us: 2 adults and 7 kids (15-22) and the cleaning issues didn't take away from our vac memories at all. It is in a very secluded area and req. long drives out/in every day to get to our adventures (30-90 min each way) which were a bit tedious and tiring for all of us, but that's not fault of the home. The kitchen is very poorly stocked w/very old and very poor condition utensils, pots/pans, stove top, etc. I have provided all my suggestions to the owner and he was very receptive. The problems are a poor cleaning company, not the owner, and I feel confident he'll remedy it. Communication on other issues while we were there were quickly resolved. I chose not to address the cleaning while still in the home with the owner because I didn't want my vac spent managing "issues",but I am hoping they will be resolved for the next renter.