Once is not enough

Guest: purplegirl (Allison Park,PA)
Date of Stay: 08/03/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

This was our first visit to North East,your place is amazing more than we ever expected.The view and just the whole experience of our 3 days was wonderful.We will be back next and and looking forward to our next stay.My husband and I felt that we were at home and were never more relaxed.Thank you for everything.

Owner response:We appreciate your kind words and we very happy we enjoyed so much your stay.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Our Annual Retreat!

Guest: Satisfied (Pittsburgh)
Date of Stay: 06/29/11 Review Submitted: 07/06/11

My husband and I have visited North East every year for 7 years to enjoy the fabulous wineries and taste each year's new releases. We were so fortunate to have found your cottage on the lake 3 years ago! Up till then, we couldn't find a place to stay in North East that satisfied us as much as the wine satisfies us. The cottage, the grounds, the location, the owners!!!!! Everything about your cottage is amazing and we look forward to each year's visit! Thank you for sharing your place with us!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Our End of Summer - Lake House Retreat - 2010

Guest: waxman (Cambridge Springs, PA)
Date of Stay: 09/13/10 Review Submitted: 09/16/10

This beach cottage was everything we had hoped for. Very private and quiet. Great views, please click our Flickr Link at the end to see the photos we took. It was our first time staying here, but it won't be our last. Loved the upper deck for morning coffee and evening sunsets. Built a campfire one night and really enjoyed the sunset from the fire's glow. Thanks for making our stay a veryyyyyyy special one. Click Here To See Our Photos Of The Place: http://www.flickr.com/photos/53998682@N03/sets/72157624847806257/

Owner response:Thank you for your kind words and we are glad You enjoyed every amenity of the property . We hope to see you soon.

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

It IS the best kept secret.

Guest: Marianne L. (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 09/14/10

If you want to dance as though no one is watching you, then this is the place to do it! Eye candy abounds. From the inside, tons of windows provide a panoramic view of the lake to the horizon where it meets the sky in constantly changing shades of blue. The sophisticated beach themed décor reminded us of an upscale boutique hotel. Outside there are so many places to sit on the decks, we spent an afternoon trying them all! The landscaping is beautiful and thoughtfully designed. We couldn’t get over the fact that the locust trees off the deck silhouetted against the sunset looked like palm trees! Lastly, the sunset was dazzling, but if you’re a fan of the night sky, the stars here are not to be missed. They looked bigger, brighter and closer, and we saw dozens of shooting stars. Thank you for sharing this magical property. We were glad we got to meet you and you can be sure my sisters and I will be back next summer.

Owner response:We are so glad you enjoyed your stay so much . Your great review makes us happy and we feel rewarded for the work we have put in The Escapes 1& 2. We hope to see you next summer. All the best to all of you . Leonidas and Richard

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Paradise in North East

Guest: Suzette & John (Aurora, Ohio )
Date of Stay: 08/27/10 Review Submitted: 08/30/10

Its Monday....back to reality, I'm imagining myself sitting on the upper deck, drinking my coffee and savoring the majestic views of Lake Erie and the rolling vineyards, listening to all of nature. The cottage is absolutely wonderful, comfortable, beautiful views from every window, such a wonderful get-away for us and so close to home. We so enjoyed our two days on your beautiful property, we want to thank you both for sharing this lovely cottage, and appreciate your hospitality! We will be back for sure for 2011. all the best to you both, Leonidas and Richard!

Owner response:We thank you so much for the comment. We are glad you enjoyed the upper deck. You captured perfectly our slogan " where the vineyards touch the lakeshore" .All the best to you. Leonidas and Richard

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

Great Honeymoon Locale

Guest: Western PAer (Western PA)
Date of Stay: 05/17/10 Review Submitted: 08/03/10

This small house was perfect for our honeymoon. Fantastic views of the lake with many great sunsets. The decks really do give a birds eye view at any time of day. Nice quiet spot and very scenic, the North East area is off the beaten path. The house was very cozy and just right for the two of us. Wish we could've stayed longer! Thanks!

Owner response:We are so glad you had happy honeymoon at the lake house "Escape 1" We wish a happy life together and we hope that your plans will bring you back for an anniversary. All the Best Leonidas and Richard

Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Very nice property

Guest: E. L. (Endicott, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 05/01/10

We really enjoyed our weekend stay at your beach house. We found the accommodations to be excellent and very pleasant. The property is very private and quiet, with a great view of Lake Erie. Even in rainy weather, the North East area is a nice place to visit. We hope to book another stay at your house in the future. Thanks for everything!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Guest: S. Cole (Girard, PA)
Date of Stay: 10/22/09 Review Submitted: 10/22/09

Leonidas, I thoroughly relaxed in your beautiful house. Now I know that I don't have to go very far to enjoy that out of town feeling. I hope to return soon.Thank you

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Guest: Gus & Barb (Homer City, PA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/09 Review Submitted: 09/10/09

Dear Leonidas & Richard, Thank you for your role in creating warm and wonderful memories for us. During our visit to the beach cottage, we were able to spend time doing the things we love. With your guidance, we were able to fit in a bike ride through the vineyards, as well as a ride around Presque Isle. We played golf at Green Meadows, ate at Zebro's, enjoyed hotdogs cooked over the open fire pit, and saw Bald Eagles from the deck of the cottage! Best of all, we were able to play games and enjoy the company of our daughter and son-in-law in a setting that is too beautiful for words. We also had fun talking to both of you and getting to meet your dogs. Thank you for sharing the fresh fruit from your trees and for our wonderful welcoming gift! We are excited about our upcoming visit with our son, and hope to share the experience of White Sails with the rest of our family soon! Barb&Gus

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Guest: Sean & Joyce (Mohnton, PA)
Date of Stay: 09/07/09 Review Submitted: 09/07/09

A very nice and comfortable house on beautifully landscaped grounds, accompanied with fantastic views of the lake. If looking for a quiet retreat, you won't be dissappointed!

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