🏡 House Rules – The Hooga House

To help everyone enjoy a relaxing stay and keep the cabin cozy for future guests, please review the house rules below.

👥 Guest Registration

As required by the community HOA, all guests must complete a short registration form prior to check-in. This form collects the full names and ages of all guests staying at the property, as well as vehicle information (make, model, and license plate) for all cars entering the community. This allows us to properly register your stay with the Community Office. Please complete the form when requested to ensure smooth access to the community.

🔞 Minimum Age Requirement

The primary renter must be at least 25 years old. Exceptions may be considered on a a case-by-case basis—please reach out if you are under 25.

👟 No Outdoor Footwear Indoors

To help keep the cabin clean and cozy, please remove boots and dirty shoes before entering the house.

🚫🐾 No Pets Allowed

Unfortunately, pets are not permitted at this property.

⏰ Early Check-In / Late Check-Out

When availability allows, early check-in or late check-out may be arranged for a $35 fee. This must be requested and confirmed with us in advance.

👶 Child Supervision

For safety reasons, children must be supervised by an adult at all times, especially around amenities such as the hot tub, sauna, and fireplace.

☕ Coffee Maker

The cabin includes a Keurig coffee maker for your convenience. Please note that coffee pods are not provided, so feel free to bring your favorite blend.

🔥 Fireplace Safety

The fireplace must be operated only under sober adult supervision.

🚽 Septic & Well Water System

The property operates on a septic and well water system. Please flush only toilet paper. Do not flush wipes, hygiene products, or food waste, as this can clog the system and may result in additional charges.

🍔 Grill Use

A gas grill is available for guest use. Please do not use charcoal. A propane tank is provided, but gas is not guaranteed to be full and may need to be refilled if empty.

🔇 Noise & Quiet Hours

Please respect our neighbors. • All loud music and group activities must move indoors by 10 PM. • Outdoor gatherings after 10 PM are allowed, but noise must be kept to a minimum. • Only one warning will be issued for excessive noise.

🚭 Smoking Policy

Smoking is strictly prohibited indoors. A $200 fee will apply if this rule is violated. Outdoor smoking is allowed—please dispose of cigarette butts properly.

♨️ Hot Tub Policy

For everyone’s safety and to maintain water quality, please follow these hot tub guidelines: • Shower before entering to help keep the water clean. • No glass, food, or alcohol containers in or around the hot tub. • Maximum occupancy should not exceed the tub capacity. • Children must always be supervised by an adult. • Do not use the hot tub if you are intoxicated or under the influence. • Do not add soaps, oils, bath bombs, or any chemicals to the water. • Please replace the cover after each use to maintain heat and cleanliness. • Do not sit or stand on the hot tub cover. • If hot tub water becomes unusable and requires draining and refilling, a $100 service fee will apply.

🧖 Sauna Rules

Please follow these guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable sauna experience: • No shoes inside the sauna. • Always sit or lay on a towel to keep benches clean. • Do not bring food, drinks, or glass inside the sauna. • Do not pour anything other than small amounts of clean water on the stones (if applicable). • Limit sessions to 15–20 minutes and allow the sauna to cool between uses. • Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. • Do not touch the heater or stones while the sauna is operating. • Turn the sauna off after use.

🧺 Linen Policy

We provide the following for your stay: • One bedding set per bed • One hand towel per bathroom • One bath towel per guest

For sanitary reasons, washcloths are not provided. A washer and dryer are available for guest use. Please do not use towels for makeup removal, cleaning floors, or similar purposes.

🔍 Lost & Found

While we cannot guarantee recovery of forgotten items, we will do our best to locate and return them if possible.

🧴 Starter Amenity Kit

We provide a small starter supply of essentials: • 2 rolls of toilet paper • 1 roll of paper towels • A few trash bags (extras in kitchen cabinet) • Dishwashing detergent, sponge, and a few dishwasher pods • Shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner

Please note we do not provide spices. Once starter supplies are used, guests are responsible for any additional needs.

Thank you for respecting the cabin and community. We hope you enjoy a cozy and memorable stay at The Hooga House! ✨