This place is perfect! We picked it because it is right in the middle of our two must-do locations when we visit the mountains: The Ashe County Cheese Company and the Dan'l Boone Inn. Check-in is super easy and we were greeted with a $10 gift card to the Todd Mercantile, which we used to buy two loaves of some of the best sourdough bread we have ever had. We were also greeted/visited by the unofficial welcoming party: a very friendly dog from across the road. Her tag says not to feed her and we didn't, but that wasn't for her lack of trying. Our first day was a rainout due to the remanants of a hurricane passing through, but we made good use of the games inside and woodstove outside, while watching/listening to the rain on the roof. The tv selections were more than adequate. The cell phone service in the area was very spotty, but the wifi made that a non-issue while in/around the house. On the eve of our check-out date, we were offered a complimentary late check-out, which we graciously accepted and got to sleep in a little extra that day. We are hoping to return in warmer weather so our adventurous boys can explore the creek and fish in the pond. If you are looking for a cozy location to spend some relaxing mountain time, this is your place!