Stephen C.recommendsAugust 1, 2024
Ukiyo [u-key-yo]
stellar stay
We absolutely loved our stay! Would stay again in a heartbeat.
First & foremost, the attention to detail and the thoughtfulness Dana has for her guests is among the highest we've ever seen. Upon arrival, we enjoyed a chilled bottle of wine and read a handwritten note Dana had left for us. In the fridge, we found fresh farm eggs and a sack with bagels, butter, and cheese. We even found a pitcher of water infused with mint from the garden. There were so many more little gestures involved that I won't type out, but they all added up to a special experience.
We love meeting hosts when possible, and although Dana typically leaves her guests to complete privacy, upon our request, she happily obliged us a short visit. Her passion for providing a unique experience is evident. She shared many small details about her cabin, like all of the gifted products (like eggs and handmade bar soap) being procured from local vendors!
We especially loved all of the outdoor spaces provided. We initially planned to visit nearby Gorges State Park, but decided to stay put and enjoy the on-site, stream-side yoga platform, short hiking trail, hot tub, & more.
We brainstormed potential improvements to be made, and had trouble coming up with even a short list:
The spice jars on the fridge require some elbow grease!
I think her site mentions the requirement of AWD/4WD vehicle? I could see that under poor weather conditions, but the gravel driveway seemed doable for 2WD. I'd message Dana to inquire.