So if you want to tackle it, don't listen to the naysayers (unless the numbers don't work of course, then listen) but go for it.I'm rooting for you!

Note: I currently live in D.C. with roots in Pittsburgh, PA.

Thanks for any inputCheck HVAC, electric meters, water sewer areas for leaks, large trees near buildings and sidwailks for root issues, windows and doors age and condition, structure issues and integrity etc.Also if you can get into the units make sure to view all of them and behind every other door that’s not a rental unit. 

I have roots here, my wife has family nearby, and we are mostly satisfied with our neighborhood.I think this is a GOOD thing for investors.

I'm saying this carefully because obviously deals can be found anywhere, they just don't seem prevalent compared to places like Kansas City MO, Harrisburg PA, etc... additionally, finding properties that will rent using the 1% rule don't to be very common either.However, you did mention something that is also the root of my concerns doing this remotely and that many of these are higher in crime and likely have less reliable tenants. 

For us, there are no supplies included, we are providing all supplies. they will of course wash linens, refill soaps and stuff and make the cabin guest ready.Thank you everyone for your inputs. much appreciated. 

A/C  and heating units could be on the last leg, tree roots can cause foundation issues, water drainage issues.You might not want to own this property.    

I grew up in a Foreign Service family as well so I've never lived in one place for more than 3 years.We've always had real estate in the back of our mind but being overseas all the time we don't have roots in any one place in the US. 

Jonathan  Real Estate guru seminars are born out of MLM.. its the exact same techniques instead of selling soap they are selling dreams and  education.. there is huge money In the guru business and selling information that others don't have and or don't want to put in their apprenticeships to learn.And for whatever reason real estate hits  a cord with many that this is a way to financial freedom and quit your day job etc.. nothing could be further from the truth.. a successful career as a RE agent broker is a lot of work and takes years.. to be a successful investor you usually need to be successful in your day job so you earn and save money so you can buy investment grade RE... simple as that.

Sod won't grow because of the shade and roots of the trees as the landscape company suggested.