Phil’s house is great for people wanting to get away from the city and its chaos. The location is super remote (more remote than I expected) and the hikes and day trips in the surrounding area are tranquil. Many of the nearby towns even seemed uninhabited because they are the weekend/summer homes for people living in the city. Phil is a welcoming host and is super knowledgeable of the area. He will map out suggested road trips to suit your interests or accompany you on treks to show you around. The kids are still talking about one of the epically “edgy” (Phil’s word) hikes we did!