The Black Squirrel was a wonderful place for our family to stay in the Fairhaven/Bellingham area. We were in town for funeral services and had family coming in from around the country, and this house ended up being exactly what we needed. It gave us a quiet, comfortable place to gather, cook, play games, share stories, and just spend time together.The house was very clean, bright, and comfortable. The bedrooms had great room-darkening curtains, which was nice, and there was plenty of space for a larger group. Between the bedrooms, bathrooms, gathering areas, and the large TV room with comfortable sofas, everyone had room to spread out.The kitchen was very well stocked, and we cooked several family meals there. There was plenty of cookware, dishes, spices, herbs, and even a nice selection of teas. It really felt like a house set up for people to actually stay, cook, and enjoy themselves instead of just having the bare minimum.We also loved all the little extras around the house. There were interesting books everywhere, some really unique artwork, plus board games and cards that we ended up using quite a bit in the evenings.One of the best surprises was the wildlife. Despite the name Black Squirrel, the deer may have been the real stars of the stay. Almost every morning we saw one or two deer quietly walking through the yard, which was such a nice way to start the day.The outdoor space was great too, including the heated outdoor seating area with the picnic-style tabl