Joanne's home and the surrounding property are all the things we'd hoped for in a vacation spot in the Adirondacks: warm, inviting, serene, beautiful, convenient, clean, and comfortable. I'm picky about things like mattresses and pillows and had zero complaints. As others have mentioned, this is not a blank, neutral space. The objects, art, live plants, personal mementos, and family photos that Joanne has collected over the years are everywhere, making you feel as though you're visiting a friend's home rather than a generic/anonymous living space. We only did the most basic of cooking since going out to eat is part of what we enjoy on our vacations, but we noted that the kitchen was very well-stocked with all the cookware and tools you could need. We ended up only getting on the lake twice; once to canoe and once to swim. Hitting the lake to swim during the "golden hour" on a warm day was glorious. We could've stayed there for hours, but dinner beckoned. We loved how easy it was to get to the towns of Tupper Lake, Saranac Lake, and Lake Placid. Joanne was easy to communicate with and provides a very helpful and comprehensive welcome guide prior to your arrival. We would not hesitate to stay here again. Some recs for future travelers: Mt. Arab and the Red Dot Trail were beautiful hikes that are shorter and easier (kid-friendly). Food: Raquette River Brewing Co., Rosco's New York Pizzeria, Heritage Indian Grill.