Beautiful setting; saw moose and calf, ruby-crowned kinglets, and one squirrel. The water is fine to drink. It was very clean and cozy and plenty of room for 6 people. There are only 3 small sauce pans and a skillet, so if you plan to cook pasta or something large, bring a pan, plus a container to gather water. Some youngsters might not know this, but on the right hand side of the cookstove is a receptacle where some people might attempt to start the fire, but it is actually a water reservoir, where you can keep water nice and warm for dishes or washing.