Mtn Retreat near Hiking, Waterfalls, Dupont Forest

Nomadomia Rating: 4.43 stars

• Those looking for a getaway or a temporary home set among mountains, nature, and friendly hosts can enjoy a peaceful yet eventful vacation at the charming home and gardens created by Loy and Jim. - Given that a 4-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended, guests would not likely find this property unaccessible for those with larger and SUV-type cars or crossovers. This advice has been emphasized to assist visitors in planning travel during winter and rainy weather or upon the arrival during unanticipated road condition complications.

Good points:

• Hosts (Loy and Jim) are incredibly welcoming, kind, helpful, and interesting. They are experienced woodspeople with a reclaimed lumber business. - Property offers a unique, rustic-chic, peaceful, and secluded atmosphere that allows guests to relax and disconnect. - Gorgeous gardens, butterfly and wildflower ecosystems, beautiful mountain views, nearby forests, waterfalls, and hiking trails for guests to explore. - Wet/dry sauna on site, cozy layout of the house, well-stocked kitchen with equipment for cooking and catering to specific needs (e.g., information on local waterfalls and hiking), games, puzzles, books, and board games are provided for guest entertainment.

Bad points:

• Property requires an all-wheel/4-wheel drive vehicle to access since it has a long and winding, often muddy, gravel lane with some steep hills. - Some reviewers mentioned that their specific car types had difficulty in managing the road and recommended proper planning with vehicle selection. - Internet/WiFi might have spotty coverage. In certain instances, it operates sporadically, though a satisfactory connection has been found depending on the reviewers’ preferences and needs. Mobile networks often have limited coverage and phone signals.

Time trend:

• Throughout the reviews from 2012-2023, the hosting of guests remains consistent, ensuring comfortable accommodations, helpful services, and good communication with travelers. The quality of the decoration and construction also appears upgraded as reviewers emphasized aspects such as the stoves and refrigerators delivered during stays and improved furnishings found at different points in time. - Mention of their businesses still shows that both Jim’s lumber reclaim business and their mountain home built onsite have been appreciated since they began hosting.