Our 4-night stay at this little cottage was wonderful. It is well maintained and no attention to detail has been overlooked. The driveway is grass and stops at the very large storage shed/carriage house. The cottage is nestled behind here under large, beautiful trees. It was raining when we arrived, and walking through the grass from our vehicle to the cottage did get our feet a bit wet. However, our luggage was easy to transport since the thoughtful owners keep a large wagon parked under a tree for guests to use.
Once inside, the cottage has a nostalgic charm to it. The décor is dated in some aspects, but efforts have definitely been made to update several key areas. The original flooring and details of the home make for pleasant surroundings. There is a wood-framed screen door which opens to the deck, and every time we opened it, its creaking sound brought back pleasant memories of days gone by. There are 2 bedrooms that are very small but functional, and there is plenty of floor and counter space in the bathroom. The standup shower allows enough room for an average size person to shower. The kitchen is well equipped and has a standalone island for extra counter space.
The most charming aspect of this home envelopes you when stepping out back on to the beautiful deck. There is an incredible view of the water, several docks and boats, the gorgeous trees that have been in existence for eons, and the beautiful flowers and plants that encompass the entire cottage and property. One of my teenage kids read an entire book while relaxing in a chair on the boat dock or on the papasan chair in the sunroom! Another golden gem of this property is the opportunity to use the 2 awesome kayaks and gear. The views and tranquility from the water were astounding!
Another treasure of this cottage is its location. There is no feel whatsoever of being a tourist since many of the people we talked to while walking around the island have lived there for years or even decades. They were all very friendly and talked fondly of their love for the area. Finally, the homeowners are the nicest, most considerate people you could ever imagine! We had a few questions before arriving at the cottage and a few during our stay, and Andy was readily available to answer them. They even have a journal in the cottage where guests can record their thoughts/ponderings to share with others. Staying at Quiet Waters was a memory my family will treasure forever!