Overall, a highly enjoyable stay at an incredible location. The house is amazing and the views of the lake never get old. The gas fire was fantastic, although there was just one portable electric heater so the bedrooms could be difficult to keep warm in colder seasons.
Heaps of toys to keep the kids entertained and they loved the house.
The location itself was great, with a short walk to the lake front with protected swimming spots, as well as a forest walk, plus two bar/restaurant venues. The general store and petrol station is further up the road with friendly staff and their own cafe space with great coffee.
Rob, the host, was great with good communication and a nice welcome, and I wish I'd noticed the great guides he'd written for the area on his profile! Saw those on the last day and they provided extra insights into local activities.
The negative was the trains. Not an issue during the day and they were a novelty for the kids to see, but during our stay in October they came past in the early hours at least once a night and the track is just 40 metres or so from the main bedroom window. There is another double room further back into the house which would have been quieter at least.