We loved waking up to the view of the pond, and loved making fires in the fireplace- so cozy! This is a great little spot for a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Even sitting by the fire watching TV (its a great TV, by the way! Can log into Amazon and everything else) you can still see the pond through the expansive windows, and the place feels both open and cozy at the same time. A great stay!