Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Spring Break vacation at the Nut!

Guest: Troy (Bowie, MD)
Date of Stay: 04/10/12 Review Submitted: 04/17/12

My wife, kids (9 & 7 year old) & sister in law truly enjoyed our time at the Nut & the Massanutten area. Our 1st time there but we will definitely be back. Jo was great to work with & her instructions were very thorough and helpful. The kids enjoyed the creek in the back & the hot tub!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Weekend Away

Guest: BA (Media, PA)
Date of Stay: 04/06/12 Review Submitted: 04/21/12

We loved the house and the babbling brook! Everything was perfect!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Tammy (Westminster Md)
Date of Stay: 04/03/12 Review Submitted: 04/23/12

Wow! What a great time we had here on spring break! Mass resort has so many things to do but what we enjoyed most was just hanging out and reconnecting as a family. This house made us feel right at home. Equipped With so many relaxing things to do, the kids just wanted to stay here and have the parents all to themselves. We did, however, enjoy the waterpark! We will def return knowing that we have yet to conquer this resort and that we have the perfect spot to stay! Thank you!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

KF from NYC

Guest: KF (NYC)
Date of Stay: 02/19/12 Review Submitted: 02/29/12

We just returned from 5 lovely days at the Nut. We enjoyed skiing, tubing, hiking and sliding at the waterpark. It was the perfect winter retreat for our family which includes two small children. The house is as charming as the owner Jo. Very responsive and informative. Absolutely no complaints.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Hot Tub Happy Hour!

Guest: hokieteacher (Alexandria, Va)
Date of Stay: 02/17/12 Review Submitted: 02/23/12

The Nut was everything the profile promised! I especially enjoyed the feeling of being secluded even though we had neighbors. The kitchen was totally stocked for all our cooking needs -- we brought a crock-pot and waffle iron, but didn't need to! Even though we had a full house, everyone found a place to relax. There were so many cozy areas in the house to read, play games or watch movies.

Recommended for:Girls getaway

Beautiful Home in the Hills!

Guest: Avid Traveler (New York)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12 Review Submitted: 01/23/12

We stayed at the NUT for a quick family getaway it was absolutely fabulous! This is our second visit to the NUT because we honestly loved the place so much. Not only was the home gorgeous, but the owner Jo was very great to work with and flexible to our needs from arrival to departure. I highly recommend staying at the NUT, you will not be disappointed. The home is picture perfect and immaculate.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful, comfy, sunny place! What a find...

Guest: Kathy (Frederick, MD)
Date of Stay: 12/29/11 Review Submitted: 01/03/12

We stayed for a brief getaway over the holidays and were so happy with The Nut. The decor was so cleverly put together. There were a lot of windows so the winter sunshine streamed in and lifted my winter "blah" mood instantly. We went to Hank's Restaurant for dinner on the first night then got an early night's sleep for a full day at the waterpark, which was a blast! We had dinner "in" the second night and then played Monopoly with the whole family. Oh, and a brief dip in the hot tub was awesome, especially when we heard the stream rippling in the background. What an awesome place. The only thing I would change is the length of time - I will definitely stay longer next time. Thank you Jo, we truly loved your great home. (My teens loved the lava lamp too by the way).

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

December break

Guest: Jen (Herndon)
Date of Stay: 12/26/11 Review Submitted: 01/15/12

We had a great time at your place the week between Christmas and New Years. The house was wonderful. We loved the hot tub and we truly enjoyed ourselves. We really appreciate you going out of your way to return my son's wallet as well. He left money in there and was heartbroken when he realized he'd lost somewhere in the house- he was so appreciative that you were able to find in the cushions and mail it back!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The nut is just perfect!

Guest: Glo (Alexandria, va)
Date of Stay: 12/09/11 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

Loved every minute of our weekend at the Nut! We were bummed that the ski resort wasn't open yet when we got there. But the house had loads of things to do. Hours of playing countless games and the hot tub got plenty of use that weekend! There were also plenty of trails to hike and detailed information was ready and available thanks to the Nuts owners as they have written a complete guide of the area making our family well acquainted. Thanks again for let's us stay at the Nut it was perfect for me and my family for a little preChristmas bonding weekend! :))

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: ganip (Suffolk, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 10/23/11 Review Submitted: 11/06/11

This is a wonderful place to go. Everything is exactly as listed and the property is just beautiful. Always have the best time when we come here and always hate leaving. The property owners a so easy to work with and always ready to accomodate if possible. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Home was clean and uncluttered.

Guest: S and P Famz (Yorktown, VA)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/30/11

Simply prefect getaway home. Wonderfully stocked kitchen in a comfortable, clean and uncluttered home.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Amazing and Relaxing...All in One!

Guest: Jaclyn (West Virginia)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/21/11

We spent the weekend here and had an amazing time. The house is simply beautiful and even better than the pictures show. The owners are very friendly and also very accomodating with short notice. We loved our getaway so much that we plan to make it a regular visit, only longer next time. Thanks so much for allowing us to stay in your wonderful home.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

loads of fun!

Guest: Anna Maria (NC)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11 Review Submitted: 08/17/11

Thanks Jo. I'll make sure to look for it in my monthly credit card statement. We had a great time! We went to Luray Caverns and celebrated their 133th year with a fireworks display. We also went tubing the day after 2 inches of rain fell on the valley - the current was so fast and I almost missed the 'get-off' point (the driver had to throw in a line for me to catch, otherwise, I would have been swept away and they would need to pick me up 7 miles downstream!) Thanks again. > >Best regards, Anna Maria >

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing.

Family reunion

Guest: Family reunion (Denver, CO)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

Very clean and spacious home with fun funky furnishings. Loved the special details like spices,sugar and laundry detergent is provided.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Nut

Guest: Becky (Rainelle,WV)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11 Review Submitted: 07/08/11

What a place!!!!!....better than the description....pictures did not do justice to the real thing.....clean....well kept... a real trip down memory lane for us seniors....lots of info from JO.... AND...AH THE HOT TUB!!!! We hope to return at a future date.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

JMU graduation - staying at the NUT

Guest: Cathy (Fairfax Station)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 05/16/11

Highly recommend the Nut. The home was comfy and everything was as described in listing. Close to JMU for graduation but did not have to fight the crowds for dinner, lunch, or breakfast.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers

Its Beautifuller!

Guest: Rick (Charlottesville, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/07/11 Review Submitted: 04/11/11

What a wonderful home. Decorated beautifully in 1950's-'60's style, equiped with everything you'd want, with small touches everywhere - its a little piece of heaven. Our family couldn't of had a better time or a more comfortable setting. A highlight was the chat I had with my 4 year old granddaughter - out on the deck one evening. She said she wished I lived at The Nut. When I told her that her home was nice too, she said: "my house is beautiful, but this is beautifuller!". Nuf said!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Well-appointed home and accommodating owner made for an easy and enjoyable weekend

Guest: Matt Carrier (Oakton)
Date of Stay: 02/25/11 Review Submitted: 03/09/11

We have stayed here twice now and have been extremely happy both times. The owner is very organized and professional and provided us with a lot of good information on restaurants and attractions. In addition, the house is very well-appointed with staples like dish soap, coffee filters, ziplock bags, and plenty of games and puzzles. It's really nice not to have to worry about those things when renting a house. As for the house itself, the two upstairs bedrooms were great for the kids, everything was clean and well-kept, and the hot tub and the deck we both great places for rest and relaxation after a long day of outdoor fun. We will definitely be back.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic

Guest: Tim and Company (DC)
Date of Stay: 02/09/11 Review Submitted: 02/18/11

My wife and I joined some friends in Massanutten for a long ski weekend. The house was immaculate - there's nothing quite like sitting in the hot tub and being able to see the slopes. The owners were kind and courteous. I highly recommend!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Stay at the Nut!!!!

Guest: Britt (Murfreesboro, NC)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11 Review Submitted: 02/05/11

This house will not disappoint anyone who is looking to vacation in Massanutten Resort. It's close to everything, to include any four season activities. The house was clean, all appliances were in good working order, and there was plenty of room for parking (both in the driveway and across the street). I have had the opportunity to work with both personal property owners and realtors. I can tell you that the best to work with are the personal property owners who maintain good communication with the renter, and don't try to stretch the truth. Jo is great to work with, and is always punctual on returning questions/concerns. Whether you are planning a family vacation, or your just getting away with friends, "The Nut" will not disappoint.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Relaxing weekend at The Nut!

Guest: Julie (Harrisburg, PA)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10 Review Submitted: 11/16/10

This home was perfect for a relaxing fall getaway! The owner was very prompt in replying to my initial request and to all questions that I had. This is a very beautiful, clean and well-kept home. It looks even better than the pictures. Having linens and towels provided, as well as cleaning supplies and paper products was very convenient and saved on space when packing. It was nice to have information about nearby restaurants as well as activities. Our 3 young children especially enjoyed the Massanutten waterpark! Of course, the hot tub was a highlight of the trip. We ate at Hank's twice, once for takeout and once at the restaurant. The food was very good there. I would definitely recommend this home, so much nicer than staying at a hotel. My only complaint is that we should have stayed for more than 2 nights!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Great house to rent!

Guest: ganip (Suffolk, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10 Review Submitted: 09/30/10

This was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. The house was just as described and we didn't want to leave. Jo was so nice to talk with. The only problem with saying how truly nice this place is , is I'm afraid when this secret is out I won't be able to book it. As an aspiring artist this was grand. Wildlife in the way of deer, squirrels and birds everywhere. The hot tub was such a wonderful way to relax and we just happened to be blessed with a full moon. We hated to leave and hope to come back.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

We Loved this house!

Guest: Jen (South Riding, VA)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/10/10

Rented over Labor Day weekend (at the last minute). Jo could not have been more accomodating and easy to work with. The house was wonderful. My family loved the hot tub and my girls really liked "their" bedroom! :) The house was clean and beautifully decorated. The location is great and Massanutten was a blast.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Great for kids and families - cant miss it.

Guest: heather (richmond)
Date of Stay: 08/25/10 Review Submitted: 09/08/10

We loved the home. It is a great home for families - even had some toys in the kids' closet - and two couples that like to travel together. We loved watching the deer explore the woods just off the deck. It is accessible to all the activities that Mntn has to offer. You can tell that the owner has experience in planning vacations and events. She is so detail-oriented and goes the second mile to ensure that each renter has a great experience. Looking forward to coming back and seeing the leave turn colors.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Nut Rocks!

Guest: Sara Lewis (Oakton, VA)
Date of Stay: 08/15/10 Review Submitted: 09/08/10

This is by far the nicest vacation house we have ever rented. It is clear that this is a home that is lovingly cared for and frequently visited by the oweners. We really enjoyed the great setting, comfortable furniture, fun decor, and immaculate kitchen. Jo is very responsive and cares deeply that her guests have a great vacation. We cannot wait to come back this winter for skiing.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

What a great trip!!

Guest: Julie (Alexandria, VA)
Date of Stay: 06/24/10 Review Submitted: 07/02/10

My husband , myself and our three young children adored the NUT!!! It was clean, beautifully decorated and sooooo comfortable. The views are amazing- just sitting in the living room was a treat! Hiking begins practically right outside the door. The recommendations for restaurants were right on!!!! Cannot wait to try this lovely home in the snow!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

The Nut a Perfect Get Away

Guest: Lis (Northern VA)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10 Review Submitted: 06/03/10

My family stayed at The Nut over the Memorial Day weekend! We took advantage of some of the areas activities such as the Route 11 Chip Factory, Luray Zoo and Massanutten Water Park. We ate at Hanks Smokehouse and had a fantastic Meal. The Nut was a perfect retreat! We especially liked the HOT TUB! Jo really helped make traveling easier with providing some of the basic everyday necessities which made it so much easier!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

The Nut at Massnutten

Guest: dpy (Washington)
Date of Stay: 03/27/10 Review Submitted: 04/22/10

The NUT was very comfortable. Nice touches throughout. The hot tub was definitely one of the highlights. It was a cold week and it was comforting to dip in. The rooms were spacious, beds and sofas homely. The living/sitting with floor to ceiling windows allowed for a warm and sunny day when the sun finally made it through. Of course the resort is quite nice and has loads of things to do with kids -- snow rides, put-put golf, go karts, and the indoor water park were quite the hits. The amenities are a-la-carte. Of course with all the hiking available, there is plenty of opportunity to get fresh air, work up some sweat even in the cold and definitely lose some calories. Dining out is available within the resort. We thought the food at the water park is better than anything else we tried within the resort. The kitchen is fully equipped so no excuse for not cooking in. It was fun and enjoyable and worth another trip in a couple of years.

Recommended for:Families with young children

2nd stay at your wonderful house

Guest: Sean & Kristen (Bristow, VA)
Date of Stay: 03/02/10 Review Submitted: 04/12/10

This was our 2nd stay at your wonderful house. We ended up leaving a night early and staying an extra day! We had great conditions for tubing and skiing. It was very relaxing in the hot tub with all the snow around!! Thanks for being so accomodating and sharing your wonderful home.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Guest: Lisa227 (Chesapeake, VA.)
Date of Stay: 01/11/10 Review Submitted: 01/11/10

Our trip to The Nut was a short one but the house was more beautiful than it appears in the pictures! We enjoyed the natural light and the fun décor. More importantly, Jo was great to rent from. She exceeded all of our expectations in the rental experience by being so personable and accommodating.

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Guest: Linda Morris (Ofallon , Ilinois)
Date of Stay: 01/02/10 Review Submitted: 01/02/10

Hi Jo, We just arrived home after 11 hours on the road and driving thru a sleet storm in Indianna!! Just wanted to thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us for our Christmas with the family. The house is lovely. Loved all of the retro decor. My daughter loved the big lava lamp!! The windows , ceiling to floor were awesome ..... GREAT VIEWS .... even saw a few deer. We cooked many a great meal and enjoyed everyone's company. The snow just made it even better. What a perfect week to be at Massanutten!!!! Again we thank you and hope to return for another great stay at the NUT!!! Linda Morris

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/12/09 Review Submitted: 08/12/09

We very much enjoyed our stay. The Nut is beautiful. It sits up in the trees, is full of natural light and is delightfully decorated. It was well stocked--we cooked a lot and found everything we needed. It was easy to deal with Jo and everything was as expected or better. Laura, Charlotesville VA

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Guest: Aleesha (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 06/30/09 Review Submitted: 06/30/09

Thank you so much for all of your help and hospitality. I have used vrbo often; yet, never had an experience quite like this. Your home, alone, was wonderful. It was the additional support, excellent communication, and people skills that personalized the experience. I sincerely appreciate you!

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Guest: Terri & Dave / Missy & Rob (Bellefonte, PA / Cary, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/01/09 Review Submitted: 06/01/09

Our stay at The Nut was fantastic. We had a great time hiking, biking, hanging out on the deck, and relaxing in the hot tub... all with beautiful weather! It was difficult to leave. Jo - thank you for making everything so easy and accommodating.

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Guest: Ben A (NYC )
Date of Stay: 05/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/09

The house is lovely and charming, and Jo is a great host-away-from-home. The hottub with the view over the burbling brook is to die for.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/27/09

Oh my! what a beautiful home. We thoroughly enjoyed everything about it. We stayed for the weekend of JMU graduation and the week following. It was not too far to travel back and forth from downtown. The highlight of the stay was coming home one night to be greeted by three deer on the front porch, munching away on the bushes. The hot tub was DIVINE! Have made reservations to go back for a couple of days next month...LOVED IT!!

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Guest: Pam & Jack Szabo (Manalapan, NJ)
Date of Stay: 04/21/09 Review Submitted: 04/21/09

Comment Text: We had a lovely time in your home. It provided a much needed break for my husband and I during Easter break. My daughter's in-laws joined us and it was our first trip together. It was also special in that we are going to be first-time grandparents in October. In addition, I went horseback riding for the first time as well as a golf lesson. So a very nice short but good getaway! Your home was very comfortable, quiet and we appreciated on the special notes and instructions on various things from how to operate something to the best place to eat. However, I have to say we preferred relaxing at your home and using the hot tub. The hot tub was fantastic!

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Guest: Dianne11 (Bowie, MD)
Date of Stay: 03/16/09 Review Submitted: 03/16/09

We stayed March 11-13, 2009, with two of our grandchildren - boys ages 9 and 7. We were only 4 minutes from the ski lodge. We loved the house - and the boys especially loved the hot tub after a day at ski school. Beds were very comfortable and the house was spotless.

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Guest: Andrea38 (Fairfax, VA)
Date of Stay: 03/11/09 Review Submitted: 03/11/09

We had a great scrapbooking weekend in this lovely home. Everything we needed was there, comfortable and impeccably maintained. The 75 degree weather was a bonus! Jo was great to work with and truly makes renting a pleasure.

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Guest: Chris128 (Arlington, VA)
Date of Stay: 03/09/09 Review Submitted: 03/08/09

We had a wonderful visit in your lovely home! It was perfect for our two families - close to the ski lodge, snow tubing, and waterpark (all of which we enjoyed!). We went hiking in the woods behind the house down to the ski lodge, where there's a magnificent view of the ski slopes - it was really pretty. The kids loved rolling down the "hills" on the green, and when it snowed one day we found a great hill to sled down. Jo was very flexible and helpful with us - we all appreciated it greatly. We hope to come back someday for another relaxing visit!

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Guest: Jennifer116 (Manassas, VA)
Date of Stay: 03/03/09 Review Submitted: 03/03/09

Thanks so much for such a fun and relaxing visit to your home in the mountains. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves -- especially in your hot tub after our long, cold hike through the woods. . . and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!

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Guest: Karen95 (Fincastle, Va.)
Date of Stay: 02/23/09 Review Submitted: 02/23/09

This is a great cabin in a wonderful resort. Loved the windows looking out at the woods and stream. We saw deer running through the snow on Sunday morning. Very close to the ski area. All supplies in the kitchen, bath and bedrooms that we had forgotten. Fun decor. Fun place. Easy dealing with the owner.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/19/09 Review Submitted: 02/19/09

The house was very clean with comfortable beds and nice furniture. The house also has a beautiful little stream that the kids loved playing by. There are two nice living areas - one for conversation and one with a tv.

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Guest: Vicki12 (Annandale, VA)
Date of Stay: 02/03/09 Review Submitted: 02/03/09

We had a wonderful weekend at the house. It is very close to the ski slope, and we really enjoyed the hot tub. It is a very comfortable, cozy house and beautifully decorated. We would love to visit again!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/22/09 Review Submitted: 01/22/09

Had a wonderful time staying at "The Nut" catching up with friends! Very comfortable and relaxing place to stay.

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Guest: Alexander6 (Washington/DC)
Date of Stay: 01/14/09 Review Submitted: 01/14/09

We had a wonderful stay this winter. Everything was very comfortable and clean. The hot tub was perfect.

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Guest: Kim Miles (Sunderland, MD)
Date of Stay: 12/30/08 Review Submitted: 12/30/08

We had a wonderful time. We really enjoyed this home. It was very nicely decorated and very clean! The hot tub was the best! It was close to everything and we would definately like to come back next year!

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Guest: Tanya (Arlington, Va)
Date of Stay: 12/05/08 Review Submitted: 12/05/08

We really loved staying in your vacation home! The house was fully equipped for our Thanksgiving dinner and we loved relaxing in the huge hot tub! The house was very clean and close to the resort amenities. We definitely want to come back and ski next time! Thanks Jo! --

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Guest: Yolanda2 (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 11/03/08 Review Submitted: 11/03/08

We had a fabulous Girls' Weekend at your home! We couldn't have asked for a more well-appointed property and your attention to the details were greatly appreciated.

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Guest: Marilyn Tippett (Germantown, MD)
Date of Stay: 10/30/08 Review Submitted: 10/30/08

My friends and I were very pleased with the accommodations at The Nut. The four of us met from different parts of the country, and your house was the perfect spot for our reunion. The setting was gorgeous, especially with the changing leaves, and everyone was so comfortable, we hated to leave. We intend to come back another time. Thanks for being such thoughtful and generous hosts.

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