I had a wonderful time staying here with my two Labradoodles. The hiking trail to the Blue Ridge Pkwy is right outside the door! The space is perfect for a single person or couple- with an outdoor area that would be lovely for morning coffee or evening wine in warmer weather. It’s true that you can hear shots from the rifle club every afternoon (not my favorite sound), but I was there the entire time (no need to drive anywhere since hiking was steps away) and it wasn’t really a deterrent. Aside from that, all was completely quiet and serene. Dixie-Marree is lovely and provided towels (and treats!) to clean off my dirty pups after hiking.