House Rules
To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable stay for all guests, the following rules apply to all reservations:
📝 Booking Requirements
• Primary guest must be 21+ and must occupy the property for the duration of the stay
• ID verification required for booking guest and all guests under 25 prior to arrival
• Guests are required to sign a Vacation Rental Agreement prior to arrival
• Travel insurance is highly recommended
🚫 Property Use & Conduct
• Not pet friendly - This property is exempt from hosting Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals under Airbnb’s Accessibility Policy. Thank you for understanding.
• No parties, events, or large gatherings
• No smoking or vaping inside or anywhere on the property (minimum $500 cleaning fee applies)
• No illegal activity permitted
• Property may not be used for commercial or business purposes
🔇 Quiet Hours & Community Respect
• Quiet hours are 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Excessive noise or complaints may result in immediate termination of the stay without refund
👥 Occupancy & Guests
• The number of guests listed on the reservation is the maximum allowed at any time (including visitors)
• No unauthorized guests are permitted on the property
• Violations may result in removal without refund and a fee of $100 per person, per day
💧 Water
• Bottled water is recommended for consumption
🧹 Check-Out Expectations
Guests are expected to leave the property in a tidy condition:
• Wash dishes
• Remove trash
• Place used towels in the shower
👨👩👧 Safety & Waterfront Use
• Children must be supervised at all times
• Life jackets required for children during water activities
• Guests assume full responsibility for all waterfront and outdoor activities
🍳 Cooking Guidelines
• Avoid cooking strong or aromatic foods inside the cabin
• Use outdoor grill for heavy cooking
• Excessive odors may result in additional cleaning charges
📹 Security & Monitoring
• Exterior security cameras are in place for safety
• Noise monitoring devices are installed (do not record conversations)
• Tampering with or disabling devices will result in fines and/or eviction without refund
💰 Security Deposit & Fees
• $500 damage deposit will be held 1 day prior to arrival
• Released 7 days after departure (stays 27 days and under)
• Released 30 days after departure (28+ days)
Guests may be charged for:
• Damage
• Excess cleaning
• Rule violations
• Unauthorized occupancy
• Excessive wear and tear
Owner reserves the right to terminate the reservation immediately for violations.
⚡ Utilities (Extended Stays)
• Stays of 28+ days include utilities with caps
• Overages will be billed monthly and are due upon receipt
🌲 Environment & Property Conditions
• Property is located in a wooded, rural environment
• Insects, ladybugs, and pests may be present
• No refunds will be given for environmental factors
❄️ Winter & Weather Conditions
• Property is located in a mountain region with potential snowfall
• Plowing is scheduled but timing may vary based on conditions
• Shovel and sand/salt are provided
📌 General Policy
Failure to follow house rules may result in:
• Immediate termination of stay
• Additional fees
• Forfeiture of deposit
• Removal without refund
Thank you for choosing Pond Life Vacation Rentals. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a respectful and enjoyable environment for all guests.