| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 5 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/23/09 |
Positive
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| All the comments are 100% accurate. The home is extraordinary, not to mention all the activities available. We cannot wait to return. |
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Nancy Heise |
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| 04/28/09 |
Positive
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Lorin & Dawn
Wow! What a magnificent home you have. Everything in the home was perfect! The hard work that you put into the home is evident everywhere you look. My husband was very impressed. We loved the wood accents in the home and also in the deck railing. The kitchen has everything needed to prepare meals. The view is spectacular, the best we have ever seen and we have been going to the mountains for about 10 years now. We had all kinds of weather while we were there and the mountains seemed to change before our eyes. We took some gorgeous pictures to show our families, one of which I have as background on my computer. It takes my breath away each time I look at it. Thank you so much for opening up your home to us. We are already looking forward to coming back in October. The mountains will be on fire with the fall colors and we can't wait. Thanks again for everything. |
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Dan & Rita Berrier, Lexington, NC |
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Homeowner Response:
Dan, Rita, Thanks for taking such great care of our home and we looking forward to having you back this coming fall! The leaves are really spectacular from the home! Glad you enjoyed it so much! Take care, Lorin & Dawn
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| 06/17/08 |
Positive
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This home is exactly what you're looking for if you need an escape from your busy life. It is beautiful, well appointed, comfortable and remote. The pictures and description are accurate and you will not be disappointed if you want to get away from it all. Plan to cook in the gourmet kitchen and plan your meals well as you don't want to have to run back to the store. Better yet--use your imagination with the ingredients you have and create your own feast. Don't forget to bring your favorite beverage and plan to spend many relaxing hours on the deck, in the spa,and communing with nature. The bed was very comfortable and we really appreciated being able to bring our dog. We all slept very well! Beautiful place!
P.S. Word from experience--approach the home from Franklin. The road from Bryson City has many tight curves and is not good for anyone with a weak stomach! |
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Christa & Steve Leyendecker, Mount Prospect, IL |
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Homeowner Response:
So glad you guys used it for what is is perfect for....getting away from the stresses of life! We hope to have you back! Lorin & Dawn
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| 05/30/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Lorin & Dawn, The giant spectacular view that greets the first time
visitor to your franklin vacation home is absolutely stunning! It is something
that photographs (even good ones like yours) just cannot capture. Despite
this, I persisted in taking pictures from the deck at all times of the day, in
sun, clouds, fog and rain. The look and mood of the mountains is always
changing and always beautiful. During our week here, we traveled hundreds
of miles around North carolina through the national forests and parks. The
best scenery was always the view from your home, waiting right here for us at
the end of the day.
The home is attractively furnished, fully equipped and the interior decorating
is just right. The kitchen is great. The wall of windows brings the mountain
views in to almost every part of the home. I'm even going to miss the bear in
the bathroom, making his offering from the roll between his paws.
Congratulations on what you have achieved here. You were very smart to
realize the potential of this site, and bold enough to commit to a complicated
and undoubtedly expensive home construction. This is a special and
unforgettable place, and Kathy and I are very happy that we had the
opportunity to stay here. Best wishes!
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Larry & Kathy Talbot
Royal Oak, Michigan
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| 05/08/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Hi Lorin & Dawn, Just a note to let you know we had a wonderful time at your
log home. There aren't words to describe what a beautiful mountain home
you have. Every little detail was obviously considered. Your hard work and
perseverance truly evolved in to a masterpiece! The panoramic views were
breathtaking! I have been in that area at least a half a dozen times in the
past several years and nothing comes close to your Smoky Mountain Heaven.
We truly feel blessed that you open your home for others to enjoy. The
weather was perfect which allowed us to go waterfall seeking, gem mining
and whitewater rafting. It was a wonderful way to celebrate our anniversaries.
We had a chance to relax, calm ourselves from our hectic lifestyles and soak
in the incredible views. May you have many, many good times with your
family and friends in your majestic mountain retreat. We will return soon!
Thankyou!
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Al & Patti Mueller and John & Coo
Elgin Illinois
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| 01/29/08 |
Positive
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We stayed in this home last June and loved it.The view is as good as it gets and getting in and out is easy. We appreciate that we were allowed to bring our dog.
I give this home an A+!!
Gregg Lewis |
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Gregg, Springboro Ohio
937-748-9116 |
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| 01/27/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Lorin & Dawn, we have visited many places and the view from your deck ranks
among the top! The accommodations were first class and we appreciated the
thoughtfulness you put forth in to making our visit a truly memorable one. God
bless your mountain home!
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Walt & Elanor Ramsey
Winter Haven, Florida
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| 01/27/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Lorin & Dawn, We enjoyed everything about your Mountain retreat. Just perfect
for 2 couples like us! The view is outstanding and we never tired of watching the
smoke rising over the mountains and then clearing to reveal the beautiful
majestic views. Thank you for sharing your home with us! May you enjoy it for
many years to come!
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Don & Lillian Goodman & Friends
Winter Haven, Florida
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| 08/27/07 |
Positive
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WOW!!!!!!!We have never seen a more beautiful 180 degree, unobstructed view of the mountains. Cabin was pristine clean, view from master bedroom was breathtaking. Great appliances, hot tub, and outdoor grill.
Definitly not the run of the mill cabin rental. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Thanks for calling to be sure we had everything we needed.
Bill & Brenda Jones |
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Bill & Brenda Jone, Marietta, Ga
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Homeowner Response:
Thank you Bill & Brenda!! We enjoy sharing our home with people who appreciate a quality experience! Glad you both enjoyed it as much as we do. Take care, Lorin & Dawn
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| 07/15/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Lorin & Dawn, your home is rich in warmth and personality. All your blood,
sweat and tears are now polished like the gems of the region in to a magnificent
display of love, Peace and tranquility! We would be thrilled to stay again! Every
chair is a perfect vista calling love....a moment of reflection....can you tell I feel
inspired here? Thank you again!
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Joe & Roxanne Nicholas
Orlando, Florida
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| 05/03/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Lorin & dawn, What a beautiful home you have here in the Smoky Mountains. It
was exactly what we needed for renewal & recharge. The views are incredible
and truly God's majesty! Thank you for sharing with us, it has truly been a
special time. God bless !
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Tim & Sandi Martin
Middleburg, Florida
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| 04/05/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Lorin & Dawn, Absolutely beautiful!! Your home has exceeded our
expectations. We appreciate your wonderful accomodations and like your
decorating tastes. Your careful planning made our stay so comfortable! We hope
to return in search of our own mountain property and we have to say after
staying here, you have set the bar very high! Smoky Mountain Heaven indeed!
Thank you for sharing it with us!
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The Neuman Family
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
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| 03/31/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much for such wonderful accomodations! Your cabin is truly
beautiful and the view is breathtaking!! All the best!
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David & Louise Cox
Venice, Florida
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| 11/19/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dawn & Lorin, We loved it! This place is spectacular! The cabin, the views, the
location.....everything surpassed our expectations. A wonderful place to spend a
long weekend with friends. We will definitely be back! Thank you for making us
feel so welcome, even the dogs!
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David & Angie Dupree
Stone Mountain, Ga
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| 11/12/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Friends, We had a great time in your beautiful home. The attention to detail
made all the difference! We went hiking down to the river and visited Fontana
lake. There is so much to do here, we only wish we could have seen some bears.
Our daughter Stella loved the deck. Hope to be back soon!
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The Donaghy's
Charlotte, NC
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| 10/28/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
What a labor of love!! You have a wonderful mountain home! We felt at home as
soon as we arrived. The kitchen had everything we could ever want! Your design
& decorating skills are excellent. The view is best we have ever had! Thank you
for sharing this beautiful home, we will be back!!
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Carol & Robby Mcurry
Ft. Peirce, Florida
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| 10/10/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you you for sharing your mountain home. The blood sweat and tears you
put in to this project resulted in an amazing place to get away from our busy
lives and bask in the renewing power of the mountains. It is clear you spared no
attention to detail in decorating and outfitting the cabin. The perfect
combination of rustic and modern decor is truly an inspiration. It was the perfect
spot for us to celebrate our 3rd wedding anniversary and we will surely return to
celebrate more in the future!!! Thanks again!
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The Mitchell's
Lincolnton, South Carolina
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| 10/07/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Lorin & Dawn, Our family has experienced the perfect trip! It has included your
wonderful home, amazing sunsets from the deck and beautiful full moons.
Thanks for including all the comforts and sharing your mountain getaway with
others.
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Rick & Marlyn Phelps
Georgia
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