We stayed mid-November to mid-December so did not use the pool, which is adjacent to the owner’s house. The cottage is down a hill, out of sight from the main house, close to excellent horse/walking trails. It is very quiet, safe, and private. Pictures are accurate: it is a small 2-room plus bathroom cottage, with laundry on the back. Appliances work well; wi-fi is great. Bed is a bouncy queen, so if one person turns, the other wakes. We also used the sofa bed because of this. Loved the peacocks, oranges and lemons. Owner very responsive and pleasant.