The home has plenty of room, both public gathering rooms and private space when you're tired of your relatives. How many places do you know of that can seat 12 at the dining room table? OK, it's a bit squishy, but it can be done, I have pictures.
The serene beauty of Spring, Winter and Fall are not out done by the family raucous of family and friends spending some quality time together. So many fun things to do even teenagers won't be bored.