Title: The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=24177044&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. Family-friendly slopeside fun with hot tub ## Photo gallery for The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. ![Exterior - The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. (Duluth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24177100/24177044/a1459c34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. (Duluth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24177100/24177044/8006e0bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. (Duluth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24177100/24177044/03100fc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. (Duluth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24177100/24177044/4300ee19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. (Duluth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24177100/24177044/1363f842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a private estate, the Captain's Quarters offers an enchanting blend of modern luxuries and old world charm. This social haven is perfect for entertaining friends and family, with its gourmet kitchen, beautiful bluestone gas fireplace, radiant heated floors and spa bath. Unwind surrounded by stunning natural landscapes featuring towering white pines, colorful maples and a serene forest pond. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. The house known as the 'Captain's Quarters' sits at the forest's edge, set back from the road and tucked into a very private estate. A four year build, (completed in 2008), it is filled with modern luxuries such as a gourmet kitchen, beautiful bluestone gas fireplace, radiant heated floors, a spa bath, air conditioning and wifi internet. Though the amenities are modern, the 'feel' of the home is steeped in an old world charm and beauty. Built with a love for the art, nothing was overlooked. From the heavy Douglas fir timbers, to the ornate cast iron radiators, much was borrowed from days gone by and re purposed here. Details in brass, marble, red wood, granite, copper, maple, limestone, and stained glass are to be found throughout. This home was designed with friends and family in mind, and so is very social and entertains beautifully. It is truly a pleasure to experience! The house is surrounded by gorgeous natural landscapes. White pines tower above mossy cliffs and rocky outcroppings. Wild life big and small weave through the trees. Sweeping cedars huddle and lean into each other. Colorful maples surround it all, both glowing over, and shading the acreage. There's even a pretty forest pond for the frogs and ducks, and ice skating come winter, that sits below a cozy 'lighthouse' on the bluff. And now we have a large pond nestled between the cliffs and the house with a beautiful pavilion to sit and enjoy the ducks and dragonfly's go by. Not to mention all the birds coming and going. (five bird feeders) The property adjoins hundreds of acres of diverse designated 'green spaces' that are woven with miles of walking and cross country ski trails. And if you like e-bikes, we have those available too. And Hartley Recreational area but a short peddle away. This house is located in the perfect part of Duluth. While being only minutes away from Lake Superior and Downtown one way, and the malls and airport the other, there is still an absolutely enchanting feel to it all. (There was a video made which we used here for you to 'get a feel for the place'. Click the video tab to view.) ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Ski-in/ski-out access ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Next to a golf course - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snow sports gear - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96686400/96686400/02590e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Superior Beach House: Kayaks Provided Park Point - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=96686400&PinnedHotelID=96686400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83064800/83064767/1a1c705c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Duluth minnesota 5 Bedrooms 8 beds near UMD and north shore sleeps 6 Duluth - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.6 Good 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=83064767&PinnedHotelID=83064767&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109020000/109011200/109011171/b80be175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity Cottage - Private Yard, Sauna, ATV Trails Duluth - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=109011171&PinnedHotelID=109011171&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119490000/119484000/119483974/7c968040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Toledo Blue House-Spacious 5 bedroom, 2 living rooms & large outside area Kenwood - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=119483974&PinnedHotelID=119483974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116100/27116013/270-510fe562.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Beach House & Cottage on Park Point, Short Beach Walk To Canal Park Park Point - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 406 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=27116013&PinnedHotelID=27116013&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117334400/117334344/d743e76e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dockside Suites | The Brix | Pool in Canal Park! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Luxurious 'captain's Quarters' Is Gorgeous Retreat Any Season Luxurious 'captain's Quarters' Is Gorgeous Retreat Any Season ## About the area Located in Kenwood, a neighborhood in Duluth, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. North Shore Scenic Railroad and Glensheen Historic Estate are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pokegama Carnegie Wetlands State Natural Area. Traveling with kids? Consider Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. [Visit our Duluth travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Duluth.dx1029) [View more Cottages in Duluth](https://www.expedia.ca/Duluth-Cottages.d1029-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.83207%2C-92.11024&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qquc9y4Dm7OYh9WarE2rzFtWsbU=) Duluth, MN ### What's nearby - ![Duluth Minnesota Aerial Lift Bridge and Canal Park at Night on the Shore of Lake Superior](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092477/bd59b676-cb1b-41d2-85e7-f2cde74d791b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Aerial Lift Bridge 8 min drive \- 7.6 km - Hartley Park and Nature Center 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - College of St. Scholastica 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - University of Minnesota Duluth 3 min drive \- 2.2 km - Chester Park 3 min drive \- 2.6 km ### Getting around - Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 5 min drive - Mount Royal Fine Foods 5 min drive - Tavern on the Hill 5 min drive - Toppers Pizza 5 min drive - Crooked Pint Ale House 18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-out at The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. ? ### Where is The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Trail's Edge / "Captain's Quarters" Is A Gorgeous Retreat, In Any Season. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 180 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachelle N. Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Restful, Scenic Getaway ##### Rachelle N. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody C. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful custom home! Every detail was considered and perfect from sandwich bags to super comfortable beds, even somewhere for our baby to sleep! My son enjoyed the trails and wonderful yard. Location was close to everything but private. We will be going back! Highly recommend. ##### Cody C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan O. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trip with Dad 3 60 sisters stayed with our aging parents. We loved the dining area for eating and games and the kitchen's complete utensil supplies. Steps into living room were tough for Dad, but that space was lovely as well. Enjoyed our time there! ##### Susan O. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa W. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home and property Charming house with great kitchen and spacious yet cozy. Kids enjoyed playing in the yard and watching the deer, birds and squirrels. Close enough to everything yet private. ##### Theresa W. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M. Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Treasure of a Find This property was a high point of our family's stay in Duluth. A beautifully constructed home in a peaceful location. It was clean, well-provisioned, and a joy to visit. ##### Robert M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel B. Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our favorite place Doug’s house is the best spot for a weekend away with friends and family. The architecture of the house is beautiful with a great little backyard. It’s our home away from home and the best house in Duluth! ##### Rachel B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori B. Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Wonderful time enjoying the tranquility, beauty, and trails of this wonderful place. ##### Lori B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica L. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best cabin in Duluth If you love architecture, serenity and wildlife, and want to be just 10 minutes outside Duluth - this is the cabin for you. Doug is an amazing host, with the most beautiful and gorgeous cabin you ever will get the pleasure of staying in. The rooms are comfortable, the patio space and the gazebo are so relaxing. This is our second time staying here and it just keeps getting better. ##### Jessica L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cari S. Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feel like your in the woods, but still in the city! I have to start by saying the pictures don’t do this home justice. It is gorgeous. The woodwork and different built ins throughout the house are amazing. The outside sitting areas are numerous and it is so peaceful looking at the pond and all its inhabitants enjoying the space. There is a hiking trail right out the back door. You feel like you are away from it all but are only a short drive to some beautiful downtown areas of Duluth. Doug is a great host and provided a ton of great information about the house and surrounding areas. We enjoyed our stay so much and would definitely visit Doug’s beautiful home again. ##### Cari S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy B. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Pictures didn't do it justice. Doug is amazing. We made amazing family memories. Had fun exploring the property. ##### Amy B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary T. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Connect with nature The property was beautiful. There were so many places to relax and take in nature. The house is meticulously designed. Doug was amazing - he was so helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. The craftsmanship of the home and property was out of this world ##### Mary T. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan A. Oct 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding weekend Stunning one of a kind property. Stayed here with family for my sons Duluth wedding. It was the perfect home away from home. Spotless and very well stocked with everything you might need. Doug was a gracious host and always responded quickly to any of our questions. ##### Susan A. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan 'Scott' J. Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A TRULY STUNNING HOME My wife and I -along with a couple of close friends- were able to stay at this amazing property for a long weekend, and we were stunned by the beauty of this home. Inside, outside and surrounding property/grounds were all impeccable. Don't think twice about booking here. If your dates are available, just DO IT. You will NOT regret it! ##### Nathan 'Scott' J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff B. Nov 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to celebrate a 90th birthday We had a great celebration. My father-in-law wanted to stay there due to the craftsmanship of the home. It did not disappoint. You can tell a great deal of love and skill went into the build. We loved the hiking trail out by the gazebo and the ducks in the pond. Location is close to things to do in Duluth but never felt like it. It felt secluded in the woods. Our host, Doug, was also very kind and interesting to chat with. ##### Jeff B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith P. Feb 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birding in Deluth We came to Duluth to go winter birding. Doug who owns Captain’s Quarters couldn’t have been more welcoming and kind. His home is beautifully constructed out of wood, spotless and very comfortable. It was a great location to get out and explore the area birding and still have restaurants etc nearby to relax in the evenings. We will be back! ##### Keith P. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan B. Jun 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Captains Quarters -Beyond our Expectations Our family booked this house to celebrate my retirement. This place exceeded our expectations! The home was spacious enough for us (5 adults and 2 kids). Comfortable beds and the kitchen was very well appointed with quality appliances and dishes. We enjoyed the outdoor deck, fire pit area, and pavilion. The wildlife was quite interesting; deer, fox, bears, bobcat, ducks with ducklings, squirrels, and birds. Doug was there if we needed anything and we appreciated the opportunity to make this our home for the week! ##### Joan B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharie K. Oct 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Accessibility to college, shopping and dining but quiet and private Exactly what we were looking for. This is the first year our family vacation took us to Duluth. We wanted our “college student” grandson to be able to join us while being close enough to downtown to enjoy what Duluth has to offer. With family, we still wanted a quiet place to relax. This place has it all! The house is beautiful and homey without a doubt, but our rural farm family loved the deck, duck pond, pavilion and well marked walking trails that went on for miles. Douglas was very informative and easy to work with. This property is a gem!!! ##### Sharie K. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth H. Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical Stay at a Woodland Craftsman Getaway Our stay surpassed our expectations in every way! This property is truly one-of-a-kind with customized craftsmanship, a beyond-equipt chef's kitchen and outstanding on-site amenities including the Wildlife Pond, Outdoors Pavilion and Secluded Private Hiking Trails. We visited with our two kiddos and my parents and we all had a restful, comfy and relaxing stay. Doug was gracious and informative, sharing details of his custom build with my Dad, a cabinet-maker with an appreciation for craftsmanship. We did family hikes on the property trails ever day and enjoyed an evening around the firepit on the Pavilion. Being surrounded by so much beauty was a wonderful accent to our Duluth stay and we hope to return soon! ##### Elizabeth H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce K. Jul 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful property Clean home well stocked with essentials. Great location close to town Very private with very nice gazebo and your own pond. Owner is on site but in his own home. Only big issue is lack of water pressure. Hard to get shampoo out of hair with a trickle of water pressure. ##### Bruce K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation I’ve rented properties around the world. Sometimes they meet expectations. The Captain’s Quarter in the woods of Duluth is that rare, 5-star property that exceeds expectations. Doug, the host, was friendly and helpful, immediately responsive. We were 8 adults and a 1-year-old and were so comfortable and at home throughout the gorgeous, custom house that we had to push ourselves to leave by noon each day. The attention to details, architectural and culinary, is rare and appreciated. The only minor issue were the mosquitos, but Doug provides repellent and gizmos that clear bugs away outside. We were fascinated by the array of wildlife and lush landscaping, the rock outcroppings and wooded trails. Listen, this special place is for sale. It may not be available much longer. If you are lucky enough to book, you will surely love it as much as we all did. ##### Justin C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce Z. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing property.. could sit and relax all day by the pond ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6a696029-6e25-4704-b221-8c59952d64cc-1752632625230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Bruce Z. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline B. Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Setting and House Wonderful for our family reunion. We enjoyed the gazebo and out door areas very much! ##### Caroline B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan R. Jul 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! The house and property are beautiful! This coupled with being so close to so many locations makes it a perfect spot for your stay! ##### Jonathan R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zachary S. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Duluth Getaway Three generations of our family enjoyed a weeklong stay in Douglas’s beautiful home. The setting is stunning - nestled in the woods on a pond, with plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy, but still close enough to town to enjoy local restaurants, shopping, and other activities. The home was built with amazing attention to detail, with all of our needs anticipated and plenty of space for everyone. Douglas is a responsive and friendly host. We hope to return in the future! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f891a034-5e31-4754-965e-ba943c8f06fb-1754759392819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Zachary S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat B. Aug 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Gathering We enjoyed our stay and the house and property were beautiful. ##### Pat B. 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