The Forest Hermitage was a great getaway to the pines. The rustic cabin was clean and comfortable for our family of 4- 2 adults and 2 small pups. The location was perfect! Just a few steps from the main road and village. Close to the Faul Preservation Area, Mint Springs trail and the Marshall Gulch. Food options are limited in the village, I highly recommend bringing food to cook at the cabin. There is an outdoor grill (we did not use) and a small, adequate kitchen- no dishwasher or garbage disposal, essential pots and pans. Both bedrooms have closets and dressers available for clothes storage. There is a queen sized bed in the main and twin beds in the second room. The bathroom looked like it was recently upgraded. The vaulted ceilings and exposed beams really added to the overall rustic, cabin feel. We enjoyed coffee, bird watching and just listening to the creek from the deck every morning. For pets, there is no designated dog run area, but plenty of space; you may just need to stay with your pup so they don’t wander off. The easiest way to get to the house is via the steps, unloading and loading your car will require multiple trips. There is an unfinished driveway, but it was very steep and soft from the recent rains. Marsha was very helpful and always just a text message away. Overall a great experience, Summerhaven is a jewel in the desert. The views on the drive up were incredible.