GUEST BOOK COMMENTS

To Paul and Family,

What a fabulous place you have.  We were so impressed -- your home looks like a picture out of pottery barn!!!  

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves -- I'm sure that those that follow will as well.

From the "inaugural" renters,

                                                                            The Murphy's

                                                                            Glen Allen, Virginia

PS  Love the personalized New York and Adirondack pillows.

Paul, Kathy and Family,

You've built just a little piece of "Heaven on Earth".  Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with the CRHP girls!  Your home, land and 16 mile "pool" is simply the most beautiful place I've enjoyed in a long time.  It's just so peaceful and relaxing.

And Paul, I've named your hike ... "Paul's Mountain Mile High Club" and I'm proud to say that I am now a member ... 16 minutes, 45 seconds.

                                                                        Peace, love and friendship,

                                                                        Kate

                                                                        Mason, OH

Paul, Kathy and Family,

Wow!  This place and my time here brought many smiles to my face.  Thank-you so much for sharing this wonderful log cabin.  Everything was so nice and comfortable and peaceful ... this is exactly what a mother of four small children needed.  Many fond memories of love and friendship were made.  I just have to say that "Girls Only" weeks are a necessity of life.

                                                                    April

PS The bath salts and bubble bath soap was a nice touch.

Thank you so ... much for letting me share a little part of your dream.  There is nothing more exciting than to have your expectations exceeded.  The only problem, while trying to enjoy an "all girls week"  I could not stop thinking about my boys and how much they would enjoy the woods, the lake, the hill, the fire pit etc.  May your family be blessed with "adventures at Paul's Cabin" for years to come.

                                                                    Bev

                                                                    Mason, OH

PS Next time I will train to tackle the Mountain Mile.

Dear Paul, Kathy and kids,

I am sitting here drinking my last cup of coffee in the "comfortable" living room chair our family has named the "reading room".  We have all read so much this week.  Even Mom who at 60 is finally reading real books on her visit from England.

The Cabin is even more beautiful than I imagined!  I don't want to leave.  How could one not feel at home here?

The fishing was the best even though we did not catch many.  Just sitting on the dock and enjoying God's gifts was enough for me.  The water was the cleanest I have ever seen, especially since I come from the east coast and lots of oceans.

And last but not least, I love the neighbors.  Collin was our guest for a fire one night and rescued your dock chairs from the storm for us.  What a nice young man!

We look forward to spending 2 full weeks next year!

                                                                Peace and Love,

                                                                Gina, Warren, Patrick and Ryan (Baldwinsville, NY)

                                                                Margaret and Arthur (England)

To Paul and Family,

It has been a wonderful week and a week of wonder.  We marvel at the beauty of the setting and the dream it inspired in you.  We are awed by the drive and perseverance that dream produced to overcome obstacles, some of which are obvious, others we wouldn't attempt to contemplate.

The retreat has provided us much needed quiet time and fun times too.  We love the personal touches -- we feel more like a guest in your home than renters.  (Your hospitality shines through even though you are not here)

Thank you for sharing your cabin with us -- we'd love to come back.

                                                                Kim, Sharon and family

                                                                Manlius, NY

Dear Paul and Family,

Mike and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves here.  We live in Skaneateles and never really use the lake.  Listening to the waves, watching the sunset, having it rain on the metal roof and oh yeah, not having a phone to answer, clothes to wash or any housework to do was excellent.

Mike fell asleep in the chair, which is quite possibly the most comfy chair I have ever sat in, so I cannot blame him.

Payton had his first fishing endeavor, however he wanted to eat the marshmallows instead of putting them on the hook........

..........We thank you so much for the opportunity to stay here.

                                                                Mike, Dee, Sarah, Josh, Payton and Collin

                                                                Skaneateles, NY

(Paul's note:  Mike was our builder.  He and his crew were unbelievably creative as they tackled this "impossible" project.  He's the best)

Dear Paul and Family,

We understand what you mean about "Smiling"  -- everyone in our family was in awe of your cabin.  The warmth of the interior and the massive undertaking in building this home had us scratching our heads and smiling.  Our Dad and us four siblings with spouses filled up the place.  We think we had the maiden burning and are glad to report the fireplace drew well.  How cozy on a cool morning!  We swam in the cleanest lake we have ever seen.  This is a gold mine for fossil collectors.  We had many good family recollections while rocking on the porch along with periods of silence as we absorbed the peace and beauty that surrounded us.  Thanks for your wonderful hospitality.

                                                                The Kimmel Family

                                                                Findlay, Ohio

Dear Paul and Family,

Words cannot express our thanks and sincere gratitude for opening this beautiful home up to us.  You have certainly helped make our wedding/honeymoon experience so very perfect.  We simply enjoyed everything about this place, from the privacy, the crystal clear waters below, the stunning decor to the surprises waiting for us when we arrived!  This has all been so much more than we could have hoped for.  While here, we enjoyed many wonderful meals.  We went horseback riding, Goose Watch Winery and Tanghanock Falls.  We slept a lot and we slept soundly.  It's been so amazing and we're just not ready to leave yet.  Thank you again for your extreme generosity.   We are certain that someday we'll be back.

                                                                Matt and Kelly

                                                                Pittsburgh, PA

A beautiful and special way to celebrate my and my daughter's birthday.  Peaceful.

Thank you.

                                                                Gary, Mary Jo and Emily

                                                                Rochester, NY

We had a wonderful time.   Everything was beautiful and peaceful.  We feel blessed to have the opportunity to enjoy God's beautiful creation this weekend.  Thank you,

                                                                David and Tracy

Paul,

The only unpleasant time we had was when we had to leave your beautiful cabin.  Our weekend was the best.  We knew it was going to be wonderful the minute we saw your pictures on the internet.  November could not arrive quick enough............

........The weather could not have been any nicer for early November.  Some special memories are ... a shooting star in the west sky Friday night.  The big fish that jumped in the water Saturday morning creating a big circular ripple in the lake, lying on the dock, looking up at the starry sky, feeling the ice cold water on my toes, feet, shins and knees.

Your attention to details in the cabin are reflective of your artistic side.  We absolutely loved the fireplace and the porch.  The bedrooms are so inviting and the beds were ever so comfy.  We enjoyed shopping and dining in Skaneateles and did not have any problems with the drive down to the cabin.  Fall is a beautiful season to spend at Paul's Cabin.

You are a special person to build such a wonderful retreat for your family and share it with strangers.  I know that we will be back someday to enjoy yet another relaxing, peaceful and picturesque weekend.  I look forward to sharing your cabin with my family and friends.

Thank you for all your hard work and kindness.

                                                      Mary, Theresa, Jen, Lori,  Cathie, Sylvia, Lauren and Michelle

                                                                    Rochester, NY

Everything was just perfect!!  All the little touches (ice cream maker, games downstairs and amenities) were fabulous.   The cabin was by far the most beautiful thing -- it's just so amazing how most everything is made of wood!  It all smells like a new book!    This was a great place to relax at after all the stress of graduation .... we enjoyed the patio, swimming off the dock and grilling steaks. 

It was also fun looking for fossils -  there are plenty of them around!

Thank you for this wonderful experience and I hope that future renters enjoy it as much as we did!

  Tamantha -- Barto, PA

the Houck family Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; San Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA

  Paul,

Thanks for sharing your beautiful and extremely clean home with us.

Georgia Heid (California)

Paul,

It's our last day here at Paul's Cabin.  We've had a blast!!  We all thank you for the opportunity to stay here; it's been great!

We had many memories such as .... swimming in the lake, jumping off the dock, fishing, boating, tubing, knee boarding, sitting by the fire, hiking, making ice cream (it was good) and playing games!!  You've made our stay very enjoyable.  We really appreciate your generosity.  Thank you.

Rachel, Nicole, Megan, Tim, Mary, Dick, Cathy and Mike -- NY

Paul,

Your cabin is beautiful and we have had a marvelous week enjoying the surroundings.

The grandchildren have enjoyed the swimming and I have enjoyed the porch.  It's been a memorable week.......

Skaneateles is a beautiful lake and a delightful town.

The Mallons -- Pittsford, NY

Paul and Kathy,

Your cabin is wonderful.  I could never get bored.  From swimming to boating there is so much stuff to do. 

I have never been to a lake so clear .... I think you have done a great job on this house.

Carson (age 10)

Hi Paul,

THINK!  That is what I was finally able to do when I got here.  The peaceful surroundings allowed my mind to clear and relax.  Life is so hectic and it was wonderful to slow down, take in the view, not see anybody, not call anybody or watch TV.

It was truly beautiful and our family had a wonderful time.  Hope to enjoy this again soon.

the Burts -- Basking Ridge, NJ

Paul,

Beautiful Cabin, beautiful lake, quaint town.  This was our first lake vacation...... we enjoyed the new experience and the different activities.  The kids found some trails to hike ... they found some pretty little waterfalls.  We managed to make it down (sometimes on our butts), but I think we impressed the kids.

... time to leave though.  Fall must be spectacular here.  Thanks for letting us rent out your cabin.  It was enjoyed by all.

the Briggs -- Montgomery Township , NJ

the Elias' family -- Kendall Park, NJ

Dear Paul,

This house is so beautiful.....the town was very beautiful and fun.

..this is the most beautiful lake we have ever been to, the bottom is so clear ....

the Hess and Charla families  (NYC area)

Paul,

The significant regret of our stay was that it was too short as we were only here mid-week.

A wonderful location and cabin.  I would love at some point to find out in detail how you put this all together!  I hope we have the opportunity to return ... .Blessings to your and your family,

   the Wards -- Hagerstown, MD

Paul,

O.K. so the Sweet family was back for another adventure away from our busy lives.

The weather was great and there was not  a bug in sight.  Our friends that came over could not get over how nice everything was!  Thank you again for your generosity.

the Sweets -- Skaneateles

Paul,

What an amazing place you have here.  We loved every minute of it -- never left for four days.

The love of my life said "yes" on the dock at sunset -- to be my wife.

We love this place and will be back.

Joe and Cheryl -- Buffalo, NY

(Paul's note: kind of gives you "goose bumps" doesn't it?)

For two days we wondered and marveled at how this great cabin was built in such a gorgeous location.....

Adults and kids all had a lovely time.  The highlights -- throwing rocks into the lake, fishing, several trips to town for yummy pizza and fish.  Smores.  And family bonding on our first extended family vacation.

The porch was truly enjoyed by all -- quiet and play time - day and night - rain and shine.

Thanks for sharing your special little place on earth.

the Smith's, Capretta's and Ludrosky's -- Cleveland, OH

Paul,

What an incredible place, we loved every moment.  From the ride in to the final ride out I can't think of one thing that could have been better.  We quickly agreed that we will have to come back again.

Thank you for sharing this priceless location with us.  We're counting the days until we return.

the Matsons, Fullers, Noonans and Neuberts (from Michigan to Massachusetts)

Easter Vacation.  (we) enjoyed two huge hikes up the springs.  Both springs on both sides of the cabin.  VERY COOL water falls!! 

Thank you very much for sharing your cabin with us.  The week we spent in New York was perfect.  We reconnected with each other on so many levels.  The kids did not want to leave, one of them cried when we said it was time to go!  Again, a very wonderful time in a very beautiful place.

The Droski's and Pattons -- Macomb, Michigan

Dear Paul and Family,

We walked into this beautiful cabin.  What a shock not to find cable tv stations, long distance phone service or mail.  Just plain beauty, relaxation and peace and God.  And lucky us to be here wit height people we love.  Thank you for your vision and sharing it with us.  The best part was no tv, no mail and no phone to answer.  The lake and the view is truly a piece of heaven. 

Eilene and Ron, Bridget and Tom, Brad and Kim, Debbie and Tony (PA and NJ)

Surely we have tasted a little bit of heaven!  It is difficult to describe in words the "awesomeness" of this place.  I rocked on the porch in the wee hours of the morning amazed at God's creation.  I am filled with hope .... and peace.  Life is good.  While I wait for the freshly ground coffee, I enjoy the natural symphony as the world wakes to greet another day......I'm impressed with your wonderful home away from home!  As David, my husband says, "It doesn't get much better than this".  Thank you, thank you for this opportunity of luxurious accommodations, great friends, yummy vodka drinks, beautiful setting and a game of NY euchre.  Memories will put a smile on our faces for years to come .....

The Contants -- Cincinnait, OH

Paul,

I have completed many projects on Cayuga Lake and was immediately intrigued by the logistics of your cabin project.  What an amazing job you have done!  ........ We all rested, relaxed and re-charged.  The quiet, beauty and peace here is wonderful.  We hiked, rode bikes, slept, read, talked, ate, drank, hammocked, watched movies, drank in sunsets and then did it all over again.  Now the real world beckons.  We are sorry to leave.

Szczepura and Peters (Ithaca NY and Bloomington Il)

An eventful week.  Married off our daughter yesterday in Skaneateles and the family was all here.  A lovely setting! Lots of rain, but had a great time.

Irwins (Portland, OR)

Paul,

We had a splendid week staying in your spacious cabin.  The water is SO CLEAR!!!  Thank you for offering your services and the welcoming (suprises) are a nice touch....Again, thank you for your generosity.

The Puccia's and McGahan's

Paul and family,

Thankyou for sharing your beautiful house with us.  Our week here will live long in our memories as it was the occasion of our dropping our first born off at college.  (we only visited him twice at Cornell after dropping him off)  This is truly a beautiful spot and your house is perfect.  The materials and craftsmanship are not much in evidence these days -- from the great log (tree trunks actually) beams to the polished concrete floor with all the gold glitter to the stone fireplace it was just magnificent and a perfect match for the setting.  I sat on your dock on one sunny day and swam in the clear water.  Thanks.

Savins (Simsbury, CT)

Paul, Kathy and family,

What a beautiful week!  A great way to end our summer.

We started the week with a hike up Carpenter's Falls on the west side of the lake.  I highly recommend it to your guests who like to hike and aren't afraid of getting wet!  We finished of that days activities with a lunch at Millard Fillmore's birthplace and a visit to New Hopes Farms.

We spent most of the week in the lake and at the cabin....thanks again for sharing this beautiful house and lake with us.  We are taking many great memories with us.

The Burke's (Westchester, PA)

Dear Paul,

I love your cabin.  This is the second time coming and we love it!  I wish I lived closer to the Finger Lakes.  The road down is crazy!  I love the additions you have made to the cabin since the last time we came here.  The water is great!!!

Rachel and family

Paul,

Another extraordinary visit to the cabin.  Mike was all over the fire pit bringing our grates and cookers from home so we could cook over the open fire.  The new addition is just over the top.  I can't believe Mike built it in just two weeks.  It just puts that final touch on the place.  Thank you again for having us.  Many of our friends come with us now and thoroughly enjoy themselves.

the Sweets (Skaneateles)

Paul and family,

Thank you for sharing your cabin with our families. The rustic, yet elegant where needed style of this cabin is amazing.  The appreciation of cleanliness by our family was great.  I would love to hear all the stories the led up to this spectacular place.  We hope to come back again.

the Orlandos

Paul,

We had a relaxing stay enjoying the beautiful view.  Thanks for sharing this special location.

the Neyland's (Wilmington DE and Silsbee TX)

Paul,

I sit and listen to the sounds -- sounds that bring a gentle peace and I've learned yet another lesson for life.  Thank you.

The Torrey's (Penfield, NY)

PS Thank you for creating this marvelous place to hide from reality!  This is our second time here, and yet we continue to find new and fun things to do.  I saw my first centipede and yes I am 30.  We had a lot of laughs.  Thanks again.

Paul and family,

All of us have smiled so wonderfully much while we've been here.  From canoe rides to cook outs.  And from shell hunting to movie night its all been memorable.  Its not easy for two families with small children to vacation comfortably, safely and entertainingly.  We've done all of that and more here.  And more!

As I write, we've all come to the dock for our last few moments.  The sun's rays are wrapping around the hills .... the mist is lifting off the trees.  What a colorful scene.  October foliage is breathtaking.

the Brown and Iamaio families. (Baldwinsville, NY)

Dear Paul and family,

This is the second time here at your "cabin" and what a wonderful long weekend it has been.  Everything was perfect once again.  We were amazed with the addition to the deck and the fire pit.  They're beautiful.  It has been a wonderful weekend and we look forward to many more.  Thank you for sharing your wonderful place with us.

Matson, Neubert and Fuller (Skaneaeteles, Rochester Hills MI, Manchester CT)

Dear Paul,

We have had and extraordinary vacation in your lovely cabin.  It has been a glorious time of relaxation and refreshment in an amazingly gorgeous environment.  We sat and read every place you had chairs and couldn't decide which place was our favorite spot.  Thank you for sharing your beautful cabin with us.  We truly hope to return.

VanDuzee (Grabbury, TX)

Paul,

Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with all of us.  It was a fantastic way to spend my 40th birthday!  I was surrounded by good friends and family in such a lovely setting.  We are waiting for Jamie to plow the drive and see if we can get out of here.  It is definitely an adventure!  Thank you very much.

Taylors, Phillips and Crocker (local)

Paul's comment:  Jamie Phillips is the landscaper.  Wait until you see it!!! WOW

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