Warmest appreciation to the owner for sharing this wonderful slice of Heaven in the mountains. From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. Everything we needed was provided and the furniture was comfortable. We especially loved the secured deck, and spent many hours relaxing with our small adult dog. The location of the chalet is at the base of Cathedral Ledge... a gorgeous area for hiking, climbing or even driving to the summit for breathtaking views. It's also within distance for riding a bicycle to get to the downtown shopping, cafe's, and attractions - - and just far enough away for quiet peacefulness. We should also mention that Echo Lake is an easy walk or bike ride away if swimming or outdoor picnic/grilling is what you enjoy, as well as the easy access to the Swift River for swimming, kayak, or other water adventures. We took a scenic drive up Rt 16, to 302W through Crawford Notch, and down through Franconia, across the Kancamangus.... simply breathtaking, and this chalet is in great location to access this scenic loop. Our evenings were spent enjoying making puzzles on the large table provided. TV reception was great, and had many choices to select from for programming. Yes - we felt right at home, and we send our warm appreciation to the owners. We already look forward to returning and we highly recommend this chalet for any renter looking forward to a peaceful, comfortable retreat.