Our family stayed here during the summer. The owner was very friendly at check-in and available if we needed anything.The best part of this rental is the location.It is close to Boyne City and Petoskey, and the waterfront view is beautiful. We also appreciated the fire pit by the water, kayaks, paddle boat, game selection, large dining table, well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of towels and blankets. The water is very shallow far from shore, which makes it better for young children than for swimming.The house was clean but is quite dated and could use updates such as fresh paint and new flooring\.The bunk room was the biggest issue\. All three mattresses were very worn with springs poking through, making them uncomfortable\. No one in our group was able to sleep there after the first night\. The room also needs curtains, a dehumidifier, and the view is of a cluttered area with trash and items stored outside\.This is also a very bug\- and spider\-prone property\. We understand that comes with an older home in a wooded setting, but there were spiders and webs in the bunk room on arrival and they quickly appeared throughout the house during our stay\.The bathtub drained poorly and became slippery, and the dryer was very loud and squeaky.Overall, the location, views, and outdoor amenities are excellent\. However, if comfortable beds, updated interiors, or a low\-bug environment are important, this may not be the best fit\. We enjoyed the setting but wouldn't stay again.