The owner does a great job of letting you know what to expect when you get down there which was much appreciated. YES - the boat ramp is very steep and to walk from the bottom of the ramp to the house is quite a task - not for young kids, elderly or anyone with joint problems! That being said, we had no issues putting our boat in every day there. The directions that she gives to the actual house could have used some updating since it's a bit confusing to get to. The house was very clean, with all of the basics that you'll need. The back deck was a really relaxing place to hang out, especially to have a meal under the nice ceiling fan out there. For grocery that's close, your best bet is the IGA. If you need a full grocery trip, you'll be headed 30 mins to Somerset. Overall, this was a great trip with a host that is incredibly nice, cares, and was VERY quick to respond in all cases. Thank for sharing your home with us!