Overall the property is beautiful and the views amazing. We enjoyed our time together with beautiful views. The weather was beautiful. We got what we came for - quality time with family. We thoroughly enjoyed being together. It was emotional when we left to head in three different directions - so we have much gratitude for Falcon's Nest and how it brought us together.
The porches are beautiful - loved the swing. My brother-in-law made excellent use of the grill! We all loved the large dining room and being together for all our meals.
The items below are some of our surprises, challenges, and suggestions.
My family - all adults over 50 - were all surprised at the roads to the property. We weren't expecting dirt/gravel roads. This was not part of the listing. Getting there was a challenge with GPS. We were in three cars coming from three states arriving at different times. My brother got directions at the 5-way intersection from some Floridians who knew the area. He let us know what to expect. As beautiful as it all was - we likely would not have chosen this home if we'd known about the roads. An actual map of the site would have been a big help.
I was with my elderly mother and the shower on the main level did not have a slip resistant mat. I chose not to put her in the shower for safety.
We found the lighting in the main living area and kitchen to be poor. With all lights on it still felt dark, even during the day.
We had difficulty starting the fireplace. Once lit, it went out within the minute. We did not try again and didn't call about it, because our Mom told us she doesn't like fireplaces.
Some of us are light sleepers and found we could all hear each other whether upstairs or downstairs. The house is noisy at night when people are going to bed at different times - footsteps, bathroom, toilet flush from upstairs is loud. Probably not a lot can be done about that.
My Mom is elderly and I would not recommend this home for the elderly with issues with walking, getting up, or sitting. Edges of door and window framing are sharp.
We found the kitchen poorly organized - we had to look in every cabinet and drawer to find what we need - even after orienting ourselves upon arrival. The pots were not organized - meaning we had to pull everything out to find what we needed.
I talked with my brother and sister and got their feedback on all the items listed above. These are things we feel would make the stay more enjoyable and safer.