Beautiful view and location, but the property needs careThis was our first trip to Lake Martin, and we absolutely loved the areaâitâs peaceful, scenic, and weâll return. The view from this home is truly wonderful, and the setting has so much potential.However, the property itself requires considerable attention. The home felt unkempt and disorganized. There was thick dust on shelves and light fixtures, burned-out lightbulbs, and we even saw a few cockroaches during our stay. The kitchen was especially disappointingâit was stocked with very old, mismatched cookware and utensils that were not clean. Washer and dryer and refrigerators were very dirty. Cobwebs everywhere. I understand it's a lake place, but these were very old webs. Itâs a great property in a great location, and it could be amazing with a deep clean, better upkeep, and some basic restocking. We hope to see improvements in the future, it deserves better care.
Great locationâŠvery peaceful cove. Enjoyed the screened porch at night. House is cozy and easy to relax in. Great view of the lake and sunriseâŠjust a few minutes from Chimney Rock, Goat Island, Anchor Bay MarinaâŠKowaliga is a nice boat ride for sunset.
Lovely home at a fabulous location on Lake Martin. Breathtaking views. Perfect for our family (including fur babies). Close to so much including chimney rock, Goat Island great restaurants. We also enjoyed zip lining at Wind Creek state park also close by.
We arrived at the property, it was very dirty, large thick cobwebs, dead spiders and bugs on the floor, I reached out to the owner thinking the people he had cleaning his rental were not doing a good job for him and he said it was cleaned two weeks prior. Which I would think he would have had it fresher u before our arrival half of the lights were not working. The view from this property was fabulous I must say that half of the curtains e were falling down. But again the view of the lake eas great
I donât think Iâve ever left a negative review anywhere weâve stayed but Iâm going to have to be honest. We were charged twice the price beings it was 4th of July week so we paid 1,000 per night (last house on the lake available so we didnât have a choice) and couldnât even all take warm showers at night. There were 9 of us & the house is listed for 12. So shouldnât the house be accommodated for 12 people to shower at night without it going cold on the 4th person? The sink in the hall bath leaked after 1 use and 2 of the kids slipped down in the hallway before we realized it had leaked & water had run into hallway through the grout lines. Also, The shower in the hallway bedroom only half the water comes out at the top of the shower & the rest flows outta the faucet so no water pressure there so we couldnât use this shower. Spider webs in the windows and a large wolf spider resting on top of the towels in the master bath. I did contact the host about warm water issues for showers & the leak in the hallway & he said he would have a plumber come look but of course after our trip. Even after all this I still feel bad leaving a negative review bc I hate to do it but I have to be honest.
Property is beautiful. Lake lot is wonderful. It was very dirty. We had to blow the porch and patio. We had to sweep inside. I expect spider webs outside. Inside webs were extensive. I donât think it has been cleaned in months. Baths and linens were clean. All dishes needed to be washed before use. Not enough dishes and silverware for amount of tenants.
We wanted a reset before the new year and it was perfect! We wanted a cabin view with a fireplace and a view since we could not use the amenities outside during winter, and we got it! The only thing were the steps coming in for my Dad. He is on a walker and the access of steps at night were a little trickyâŠ.but inside was very comfortable and the separate Master suite was a huge bonus! We will definitely be back! Mandy
Loved watching the colors of the sunrise from bed! Was so thrilled to have my 4 kids under one roof again; loved cooking for them, though mashed my potatoes with a spoon instead of potato masher lol. Dishwasher worked great as there wouldn't have been enough silverware for more than a couple meals for the crew, but coffee was great, location was great, fellowship was great and the owners were flexible with us after we had a death in the family and had to postpone. I believe we did postpone early enough that they didn't lose business because it is an awesome and popular property!
This was a perfect place for my family and friends. We loved the view and especially the screen porch !
There were some issues with leaking plumbing and mystery electric light and fans. The steps need work and the dock is missing half a step which makes it a bit hazardous for old people but non of that really bothered us. I could tell some things were on the list for repairs and the owner was very quick to answer questions !
I hope we can return soon !
great location and great dock. house could use a deep cleaning. spider webs and spiders everywhere inside and out. pavilion lights didnt work and alot of spiders to enjoy during the day couldnt use the master bedroom ceiling fan due to the heavy dust on the blades
You canât beat the lakeside views and location across from (now removed) Goat Island and proximity to Chimney Rock. The house does need some repairs, and the configuration of the rooms is a little strange with the master isolated from the rest of the house (although still attached). Itâs perfect if you want some separation from older kids inside, but maybe not so good with younger ones unless you used one of the interior rooms. It could also use better window shading because the sun will blast you at 6am. Overall though, it fit our needs and we had a great time there.