If you are a hiker, the property is conveniently located near several attractive hiking trails. There is little else to do, although mountain towns and the Blue Ridge Parkway are very close for scenic drives. Wineries and a few restaurants are 30-45 minutes away along with the entrance to Grandfather Mountain Park.
The cottage was very well equipped with dishes and glassware, cooking utensils and food staples. Beds were comfortable with lots of extra blankets available. We utilized the firepit, but not the spa, although it appeared to be in good condition. The interior of the cottage is aging, although well cared for. Heat is supplied with a gas log fireplace, which were a little frustrating to use, but once figured out, kept the cottage at a comfortable temperature. We appreciated the ceiling fans and lighting in every room. The major drawback was the lack of consistent internet availability. Although internet was available in the morning, there was insufficient bandwidth for streaming TV, and no possibility to use phones to plan activities in the evening for the following day. The owner has published a disclaimer about internet, but it's buried at the end of a lengthy description. To conclude, the cottage was a nice, quiet place to get away from everything. Thank you, Flying Squirrel.