First, the location is stunningly beautiful, of which the home takes full advantage with its massive windows facing out high above the lake.
Once we opened the door, we knew our vacation would be a great one- but it kept getting better.
We rented the home to accommodate our family of six and our brother’s family of five while visiting parents who love to see all the grandkids but can no longer host.
All the “kids” ranging from 5 to 23 slept on the lower floor which is a kid paradise for all ages complete with pool table, foosball table, dartboard, ping pong table, movie theater room, and every family game you can think of.
Upstairs the parents had our own king size bedrooms at opposite sides of the great room with stone fireplace, kitchen and dining area- all with sliding glass doors to the massive deck (with clear glass enclosure ensuring unobstructed views).
The deck is appointed with a full couch and two chars with ottomans and large coffee table for appetizers and drinks, along with two large tables with eight chairs each (which we combined to make a table for 13). On one side of the deck there is a huge Weber Genesis II hooked up to gas that easily grilled two flank steaks, eight chicken breasts and 4 skewers of jumbo shrimp.
Seriously, the house is incredible.
Most of us, however, spent our days on the water, in the water or on the dock enjoying the many water toys and floaties or just soaking up the sun while reading one of the many “beach reads” that can be found at the house. What truly makes the experience effortless is the tram that transports you from house to dock and back. You can bring everything you want with ease, and if you forget your book or cocktail- no problem! Take a ride back to the house with a seat with a view that never disappoints.
For our final day we rented a pontoon boat to explore the lake and take the kids tubing which was a blast for all.
Our families made a pact to return every year as our end of summer exclamation point, except for one small change- we will stay longer!
A big thank you to the owners who thought of everything, including the two bottles of welcome wine!