This cottage is a gem and Virginia and Mike are thoughtful hosts. The cottage is just as advertised, small but cozy, sparkling clean and a skillful, beautiful recent renovation. The lake is clean and the area is peaceful and quiet. It's fun to fish (and they are biting!) right off the dock but you can also take the rowboat out to find your favorite spot, or take the canoe and do some exploring on the chain. Life jackets are provided for guests to borrow. We brought our dog with us and took advantage of the dog run and the poop scooper/ dog waste can. She loved hunting the frogs that live in the stream along the edge of the property. We found a number of pretty hikes within easy driving distance, and the town of Three Lakes has a great coffee shop with free internet access if you need to connect. We had a wonderful time at the Northern Pines Cottage and are really hoping to be able to return!