Reasonable Cost But Not For Us
Overall, we made the best of it.
The host:
Unfortunately, I can't speak about the host much because we never met her. Personally, I prefer meeting the host initially especially since it is the internet...you never know.
The positives:
The campsite was very large and would accommodate large groups. The rv hook up was accessible, but far from the fire pit. The area for tents was generally clear. And, many items (i.e. mower, axe, etc.) were available in the shed.
The negatives:
The surrounding area was extremely overgrown with poison ivy. The pathway to the shed, around the shed, and to the pit toilet (a generous name) were covered/lined with poison ivy. The pit toilet was a seat on the ground and a hole beneath it. There was no covering/room like a pop up tent or porta potty.
The driveway to the site was also overgrown with many weeds reaching my knee. With that said, our SUV was able to make it through. The entrance has a cable gate with a lettered lock. The lock was not easily maneuvered (perhaps older and weathered damaged) and the lock post area was surrounded by overgrowth about my height.
We originally selected this location due to the proximity of the lake. Unfortunately, the lake is not accessible by foot. We had to drive to all lake locations (i.e. boat launches and shores). The nearest boat landing was down the road and definitely not a short or safe walk (on a main road).
Down the road there is a resort area which puts on weekend shows. This was loud but did not extend into the late evening (over by 10pm). The highway (main road) was loud but did not keep us up at night. The bugs (mostly mosquitos) were HORRIBLE. This is, of course, not the fault of the host but a warning if you plan to go later in the season.
Perhaps most upsetting was the strict rule we were given about trash, then finding the campsite to have some trash. The host states any trash left will result in a fine. Our initial arrival revealed paper kindling (an assumption) throughout the fire pit, and clearly it had blown out and around the campsite. The additional trash included cigarettes and bottle caps. We cleared this all up upon our departure to prevent getting fined and to leave the site in better condition than it was found.
Summary:
Overall, this is a good secluded/private site with little disturbance.
If you are okay with poison ivy, weeds, and lack of trails or lake access, want large fires, have a big group, then this is your site!
If you're like us, seeking hiking and fishing within walking distance, then this ain't your site. If you seek some maintenance, then this is not your site.
We most likely will not be back. But, we do feel the cost of the site was reasonable for what was experienced and provided. As a result, we may splurge to spend a little more and get something better to our expectations