We'd stay here again because of the lakefront views and the layout of the house. Plus it's only about 15 minutes away from interstate off-ramp fast food and grocery stores. The location also makes a great jumping-off point for exploring the area.
We were impressed by the recently upgraded kitchen and bathroom. And the decking leading to the dock was a nice touch, too, with lots of places to sit (an outdoor dining table, two seats, two benches).
We used the fire pit but not the grill, which also looked new. Speaking of the fire pit, the owner allowed us to raid his extensive wood pile, which was nice.
TV and internet service were modern and quick, which we used and appreciated.
Having three bedrooms is nice for families, though the biggest bed was a little hard and creaky. When we return, we might bring a foam mattress topper. The washing machine seen in the corner of one picture has been removed and the bunk beds are now unbunked in that space. So don't count on being able to do laundry (it wasn't a problem for us).
Do pack light. While there's a small closet in 2 of 3 bedrooms and a chest of drawers in 2 of 3 bedrooms, the house also has removable over-the-door hooks on 3 of 4 doors (including the bathroom) to increase capacity.
I'd ding maybe .25 or .50 of a star for a bunch of tangled fishing poles on the dock as well as a few cobwebs inside. (There were more cobwebs outside, but it's a lake house surrounded by trees: Spiders come with the territory.) Since I can't give fractions on VRBO, I gave cleanliness a full 5 stars.
Little things, like the blinds on the windows or the range of utensils in the kitchen, were modern and in good working order.
Specific to us: We traveled with a toddler, who thankfully couldn't quite open the bedroom doors that we kept closed. We also blocked the tot from entering the kitchen and supervised all time outdoors. The hallway, however, made for a great runway.
This property isn't marketed as being specifically tailored for young children, so none of this is a problem; just something to note. Any couples, or families with slightly older kids, will find this house enjoyable, too.
All of our expectations were met. All of our needs were met. Thanks for a great stay!