Welcome to Timber Shores! We are thrilled to host your stay at this exclusive retreat on the Bruce Peninsula. To ensure a memorable and seamless experience for everyone, please familiarize yourself and your group with the following house rules. Thank you for your cooperation! CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT Check-In: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Late check-ins after 9:00 PM are allowed with prior notice. Check-Out: Strictly 10:00 AM to respect our cleaners’ schedule. Late check-outs will incur a $100 fee. Check-out instructions will be provided the day before departure. GENERAL GUIDELINES House Rules: Rules may be updated prior to your stay. Please review them again before arrival. Reservation Requirements: Must be 25+ to book. On long weekends, all guests in the group must also be 25+ if traveling as friends or couples. Guest Limit: Maximum of 6 Adults + 2 children . All guest names (day or overnight) must be provided at booking for insurance purposes. Undeclared guests may result in immediate eviction. Shoes & Furniture: Leave shoes at the door and keep furniture in its current location. Wet Towels/Bathing Suits: Avoid placing these on furniture. Kitchen Care: Use trivets for hot pots/pans and avoid placing anything hot directly on counters or tables. Septic System: Do not flush paper towels, feminine products, or dispose of grease/fats down drains. Wash sandy or heavily soiled clothes sparingly. Smoking/Vaping: Prohibited indoors. Noise & Respect: Be mindful of noise levels and respect the neighbors and the environment. Noise travels easily on the water. Littering is prohibited. Shoreline Use: While much of the shoreline is public, please avoid walking along the neighboring property to the right, which extends to the water’s edge. CLEANLINESS Tidy-Up: Leave the cottage as clean as you found it. Wash and put away all dishes (including those in the dishwasher). Excessive cleaning will incur a $50/hour fee. Cooking Odors: No cooking fish or using strong spices indoors. A $100 odor removal fee will apply if this policy is not followed. Please use the BBQ for fish. SAFETY Children: The property is not childproof, though children are welcome. Scan for hazards and keep breakables out of reach. Fireworks: Strictly prohibited. Glassware: Use plastic cups provided near the water. BBQ Use: Always turn off propane after use. Dryer Safety: Clean the lint trap after every use. FIRES Fire Safety: Observe local fire bans and Municipal Fire Laws during your stay. Ensure all fires are completely extinguished before leaving or going to bed. Never leave fires unattended. GARBAGE & RECYCLING Recycling: Use the blue bags and rinse all bottles and cans to prevent attracting pests. Refer to the provided diagrams for sorting. Garbage Pickup: Place garbage and recycling in the metal bear bin at the end of the driveway and raise flag before leaving. Do not leave garbage out overnight to avoid critter messes. ACCIDENTS & DAMAGES Fire Extinguishers & First Aid: Familiarize yourself with their locations. Notify us immediately if the fire extinguisher is used. Damage Reporting: Accidents happen! Let us know if anything is broken or damaged so we can address it promptly. If damages are found upon arrival, please notify us immediately. LIABILITY The property owner is not responsible for injuries, loss, or damages incurred during your stay, including acts of God (e.g., weather events) or power/internet outages. Guests assume full responsibility for their own safety and agree to hold the owner harmless from any claims. Thank you for choosing Timber Shores. Your cooperation helps ensure a wonderful stay for all guests! We hope you enjoy your time on the stunning Bruce Peninsula.