My husband, two kids (7 & 9) and two dogs had a wonderful summer stay. The cabin was clean and exceptionally well appointed. We also loved the decor. It was modern, clean, and minimal and allowed us to enjoy the natural beauty all around us. It really felt like we were in a home. There are certainly things that are old (stove, chairs, etc.), which added to the charm and ability for us to feel at home, but if you want all the newest and fanciest, then this might not be the cabin for you. The mosquitos were really bad with all the snowmelt, so we didn’t spend as much time as we wanted on the back deck, but we truly enjoyed the time we did spend on it. There was no gate, but we were able to block off the stairs so the dogs could enjoy the deck without running into the road to greet all the passers by. We did not have cell service at the cabin, but we did at the Serene Lakes beach and just up the road, and the Internet at the house allowed our phones to still work. There were so many hiking/biking trails close by, and if you are a cross-country skier, you can hop on the Royal Gorge trails a block away. Next time we go, we’ll plan to bring our bikes. The roads are quiet, and the kids would love to ride around the area.