Disappointing and Stressfull
My children and I stayed for two nights in July to celebrate their 30th and 13th birthdays. Unfortunately, this was the most disappointing experience I’ve had across many years of using Airbnb and similar platforms.
While the cabin was clean and generally well-maintained, it lacked adequate winter preparation. The heating/air-conditioning unit was not functional, and there were not enough blankets provided. Had we not brought extra sleeping bags and blankets, we would not have been able to stay due to the extreme cold.
Guests should also be aware that returning to the cabin, or walking around the yard, after 9:30 PM will be an issue. My daughter and her friend arrived at 10 PM and were berated for being “too late” for elderly neighbors. Being shouted at in the dark was not only unsettling—it was far more disruptive than the vehicle’s arrival itself.
We also asked, admittedly a day before arrival, if my daughter’s friend could camp with her dog. We were told not to bring the dog because the host’s eight dogs would bark all night. This seems inconsistent with the listing's pet-friendly status.
Most upsetting was my autistic son being yelled at for picking up dead grass clippings, accused of “stealing” them from the chickens. The situation was unnecessarily aggressive and frightening for him.
Overall, this stay fell well below expectations. I would not recommend this Hipcamp listing to families, pet owners, or anyone seeking a warm and welcoming environment.