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Experience panoramic views of the sparkling Lake Koshkonong at Hawks Nest, a newly updated 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom lakefront home. This stunning property offers a private oasis with two levels of composite decking, a flagstone patio, and a cozy firepit overlooking the water. Inside, the open-concept main floor features a vaulted ceiling, wall-to-wall windows, and a gourmet kitchen equipped with granite countertops and high-end appliances. Entertain in the spacious living room with a 70" flat-screen TV and wet bar, then step outside to the lakeside deck for alfresco dining. Upstairs, the home's 4 bedrooms provide ample room for up to 12 guests. The expansive master suite boasts a plush queen bed, Murphy bed, and stunning lake vistas. Two additional queen bedrooms and a full-size room offer comfortable accommodations, while a kid-friendly bunk nook with TVs provides extra sleeping space. Amenities include high-speed internet, smart TVs, a game room with a foosball table, and 2 kayaks for exploring the lake. Enjoy the convenience of a full-size washer/dryer and a private boat dock, and take advantage of the home's close proximity to charming towns, wineries, and outdoor recreation. Whether you're seeking a relaxing lakeside retreat or an action-packed getaway, Hawks Nest on Lake Koshkonong promises an unforgettable experience.
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By Renting this home you agree to the following terms and conditions:
OCCUPANCY AND ACCEPTANCE OF PREMISES. By entering into and occupying the demised premises, Tenant shall be deemed to acknowledge the demised premises are in good repair and order and that all appliances are working at the time of occupancy.
USE OF PREMISES. It is understood and agreed by the Parties, that the Tenant shall use the demised premises for the purpose of vacationing only. Landlord does not rent to vacationing students or singles under the age of twenty-five (25), unless they are supervised at all times by an adult or guardian or parent. Tenant agrees there will be no vacationing students or singles under the age of twenty-five (25) in the premises, unless they are so supervised. Violation of such paragraph, would terminate the tenancy at the time of knowledge, forfeiting any and all security deposit and still require the Tenant to pay for the full term of the occupancy, without recourse.
FIREWORKS: It is hereby understood and agreed by all parties that no fireworks may be set off at any time, in the premises or on the grounds. Violation of this provision will be subject to a $500 fine per occurrence plus the Tenant will be responsible for any and all damages to the property and to the property of any neighbors. Again, there are absolutely NO fireworks allowed to be discharged on premises.
ITEMS PROVIDED. Landlord shall provide all bedding, full kitchen accessories, fire pit, dock space (If the rental is a lakefront home). We supply several rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom and paper towels in the kitchen along with hand soap, (if the rental has a dishwasher) dishwasher soap and liquid dish soap. If you should run out we do Not restock. If you need to buy toilet paper please buy one-ply as we are on a septic system.
ITEMS NOT PROVIDED. The Tenant shall be responsible for providing the following, but not limited, items: bath and beach towels, bathroom soap and hair shampoo, laundry detergent and fabric softener (needed only if you plan to wash clothes at the premises- Note, not all units have washers and dryers. Check The Amenities List), fire wood (if you want to have a bonfire on the beach or if the home is equipped with a wood fireplace you will need some kindling and something to light the fire with), water toys, yard toys (like volleyball, Frisbee, soccer ball, football to play catch with, sand toys for kids), DVD's for a rainy day, fishing equipment, life vests and maybe board games. It is also understood that there is not a landline telephone at the premises.
DAMAGES OR DESTRUCTION. It is understood and agreed by the Parties, the Tenant is responsible for all damages to the building and grounds and for any and all other violations of this Agreement. Damages in violation of this Agreement, include, but are not limited to the following: A. Damages as a result of smoking or vaping; This is strictly a non-smoking non vaping building. If you do smoke outside please do not throw butts on the ground or bring them into the rental. If there is any tobacco or Marijuana smell in the home after your departure, there will be a minimum of a $250.00 charge. Oil lamps and incense are not permitted due to the long-lasting odor. If these policies are violated, there will be a charge for excessive cleaning. B. Damages as a result of ATV or UTV or other vehicle use on the grassy areas of the property, including the waterfront; C. Damage done during your stay to the home, lot or building contents beyond normal wear and tear; D. Damage as a result of items which were on site and owned by the Landlord at the time of occupancy but are missing as of the time of vacating the property; E. Damage if building left unlocked; F. Damage if anyone in the Tenant's party, was evicted by the Landlord or local law enforcement or a security company, any and all resulting costs, expenses and reasonable attorney's fees; G. Damage if vacationing singles or students under the age of twenty-five (25) in the lake home during the rental period that were not supervised at all times by an adult guardian or parent; H. Damage if someone in Tenant's party discharged fireworks anywhere on or in the property (including the beach);
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY. It is hereby agreed and understood by all parties, that the maximum number of guests on-site is limited to the maximum occupancy listed in the description of the home on the site you booked on. In the event, a Tenant is determined that more than the max occupancy of guests are on-site, this may be grounds for immediate eviction and all advance payments will be forfeited.
CLEANING SERVICE. While there are bedding linens provided, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. It is understood that the Tenant shall pay for a one-time cleaning fee which will be used to clean the property at the time of check out. This cleaning fee is non-refundable and is required with all reservations. This fee is for our housekeepers who dust, vacuum, sanitize, clean linens. Guest(s) are required to follow all check out procedures detailed in this agreement and or posted in the guest welcome book at the home and leave the property in the same general and good habitable condition it was in when the Guest(s) arrived. A starter supply of expendable supplies such as paper goods and dish soap are provided; please bring additional supplies if you feel this will not be adequate or you may purchase at one of the stores in town. Glitter and Confetti are not allowed at the property, inside or outside. Please do not use tape on any property surfaces.
Undue and/or unreasonable cleaning of the home shall the responsibility of the tenant at a rate of $100/hour, with a one hour minimum. This also applies to the property exterior, grounds, grills and boats if provided.
Check out procedures are provided in the guest welcome book and in email communications from Manage Cabins, LLC and may vary slightly from the list below. Fees for failure to comply with pre-departure cleaning requirements resulting in excessive cleaning are the responsibility of the tenant at $100/hour, with a one-hour minimum
Example Check Out List:
RESERVATIONS. It is understood and agreed by the parties, that any reservation obtained under false pretenses will be grounds for immediate eviction and all advance payments will be forfeited.
STORM AND/OR FLOOD DAMAGE. Manage Cabins, LLC does NOT issue refunds due to acts of nature such as: weather, road conditions, snow conditions, hurricanes, floods, power outages or forest fires unless the home is unusable due to a mandatory evacuation order by the local authorities or the National Weather Service. All of our homes have contractors scheduled to remove snow and generally they are very timely. Please be patient during large snowfalls as it may take them a while to get you your location.
EMERGENCY ACCESS. It is understood and agreed that the Landlord shall have access to the premises at all time for emergency purposes. If it is a non-emergency, Landlord shall be required to provide Tenant with a twenty-four (24) hour notice, which may be verbal and/or written. Tenant agrees to not unreasonably withhold access to the premises.
CAMPERS OR TENTS. It is understood and agreed that tenants are not allowed to park campers or set up tents on the premises. Our short-term rental licensing does not permit tent camping or campers on the property. Tenants found camping on the premises will be subject to immediate eviction and all advance payments will be forfeited.
SEPTIC SYSTEM: Our waste water goes into our own private septic system. This kind of a system is not nearly as flexible or forgiving as the public sewer you probably have at home. In our cabin, anything flushed down a toilet or through a water drain pipe goes to our septic tank where waste rots, the liquid is distributed into a mound infiltration system, and sludge is pumped by a waste handler. For this system to function properly, it is important that you and your guests do not put anything down a drain that will not rot or that might clog the system. Please do not put anything else down any drains or into any toilets other than the provided toilet paper. Specifically, do not flush any of the following: Plastic bags, paper towels, Wipes of ANY kind, even if the packaging says the wipes are flush-able or safe for septic systems, Feminine hygiene products or condoms Grease, such as bacon fat or cooking oil. Scrap grease into trash and then wipe out with paper towels before washing greasy pots and pans. Chemicals of any kind. If you allow anything other than human waste and toilet paper to enter the septic system. The tenant may bear the considerable expense of having our septic system pumped out after you leave. Please tell your guests to be careful about this
OUTDOOR FIRES: This rental unit is equipped with an outdoor fire pit. Please only build small fires inside the Fire pit and every time the last person leaves the fire pit area, be very, very sure that the fire is out. Please make sure the fire is extinguished with water when you leave the fire pit area. Never start a fire when it is windy! Please adhere to area fire bans when conditions are dry. The County will post signs in the area but it is your responsibility to know if there are restrictions in the area. Damage caused by fires left unattended are the sole responsibility of tenant. Manage Cabins does NOT supply firewood or items to start the fires such as kindling. Please bring these items with you.
CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT TIMES: Unless pre approved by the manager Check in Times posted on this site and in the welcome book must be followed. During June, July and August early check in and check out is NOT available- so please don�t ask. These homes are large and we need time to clean between guests. If no prior arrangements have been made for a late checkout, you may be charged up to $150 per hour to cover the extra time that housekeeping must wait to get started if you stay past check out time. When you are ready to depart on your last day, please read through the Last Day Departure Checklist found in the cabin welcome book. Failure to follow the instructions on the checklist may result in extra clean up fees or forfeiture of your deposit. An example of this checkout list is found below.
GUEST VERIFICATION: By renting this property, I give permission to Safely Stay, Inc., to verify my identity, and check criminal databases in order to confirm my reservation.
UPON ARRIVAL: Guest should carefully examine their rental unit. If there are concerns or issues with your rental property, please immediately contact our office (leave a message if there is no answer). No refunds or considerations are given unless we are notified of problems during your stay.
SATELLITE TV, INTERNET & PHONE CALLS: All properties are privately owned and have different subscription packages for cable and/or satellite and internet. Manage Cabins, LLC does not guarantee any programs, events or reception. Guest(s) are not permitted to order any Pay Per View - If a guest does order pay per view a $135.00 processing fee will be the responsibility of the tenant on top of the pay per view charges. Please do not unplug cords or devices on the Televisions at our homes.
LOST OR FORGOTTEN ITEMS: Please check carefully for belongings before you leave. Items left behind can be mailed to you if requested and you will be charged shipping costs plus a $45.00 service fee. Manage Cabins, LLC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
SECURITY & SAFETY RISKS: ALWAYS LOCK DOORS AND WINDOWS WHEN YOU LEAVE THE HOME! When you rent the home, you assume responsibility for it and its contents, as well as your personal property. Always lock the doors and windows when you leave the home. Guest is responsible for lost key and garage door opener replacement costs. Children are welcome, but there are conditions in and around the home that may pose hazardous to them, as well as to adults. Manage Cabins, LLC does not assume any responsibility for injuries resulting from your failure to use due caution. Children must be supervised at all times. Candles are not allowed due to fire hazard except emergency candles in case of power outage.
AGENCY AND COMPENSATION- Tenant acknowledges that the Property is owned by one or more persons or entities ("Owner") not party to this agreement and that Manage Cabins, LLC has been authorized to act for and is, in fact, acting for the Owner of the Property, as the Owner's compensated agent.
INDEMNIFICATION & HOLD HARMLESS: While Manage Cabins, LLC and its Property Owners strive to maintain Vacation Properties in the finest condition, no guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding suitability or for any particular purpose. All Guest(s) and their invitees use the Vacation Property structures and premises at their own risk. Manage Cabins, LLC and its Property Owners shall not be held liable or otherwise responsible in any way for injury to any Guest and/or their invitees that is caused or permitted to be caused by the intentional or unintentional acts of said Guest(s) and/or invitees, or by the failure of structures, appliances, (including grills and provided boats if available) furnishings, and/or other equipment, whether by malfunction, misuse, acts of God/nature, and/or are otherwise naturally occurring. Guest is responsible for all damages. This includes loss of use for future reservations of the vacation rental property and provided boats until necessary repairs are made. Manage Cabins, LLC will ensure all repair work is performed in a timely manner. No guarantees are expressed nor implied as to the suitability of utilities and other services provided to the Vacation Properties and adjacent structures and premises. No guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding the suitability/compatibility of materials utilized in the construction of the Vacation Property and/or its contents. Manage Cabins, LLC and its Property Owners shall not be held liable nor otherwise responsible in any way for allergic reactions to Guest(s) or invitees, caused or permitted to be caused by materials utilized in the manufacture of the Vacation Property and/or its contents, nor from mold and/or airborne spores, nor from pet/animal allergens, nor from chemical agents including, but not limited to appliances, linens, carpeting, utensils, fixtures, pools, and/or other equipment. By renting this home you agree to this agreement, Guest(s) and invitees hereby agree to forever hold-harmless and indemnify Manage Cabins, LLC and its Property Owners from and against all claims, demands, loss, liability/responsibility of any kind and character, including cost of defense, arising out of or in any way connected with the Guest(s) use of the property.
BY RENTING THIS HOME ON THIS WEBSITE THE TENANT ACKNOWLEDGES, AND ACCEPTS THE TERMS AND THE POLICIES INCORPORATED HEREIN
Vacation Saver Policy -What happens if things break during your stay?
At Manage Cabins we work hard to ensure everything is in good working order in our rental units. We inspect our homes between each guest and perform maintenance on the mechanics in our homes on a regular basis. Unfortunately, like in your own home things still break down from time to time. In the unlikely event of a mechanical breakdown with one of our homes systems like AC for example we have designated our Vacation Saver Policy.
What is covered? Air conditioning, Forced Air Furnace, Oven or Stove, Washer and Dryer, Water Heater, Toilet or Shower, Gas Fireplaces. If one of these is not working during your stay we will do our best to fix the problem as soon as possible and will provide an allowance of $5/night per item, up to a maximum of $35/ item, will be credited back to you. This allowance is limited to a maximum of $200 per rental unit per booking. The allowance will not apply to non working items due to a local area power or utility outage that is not related to the functionality of the appliance listed above.
What is Not Covered? Internet/Cable outages, Televisions, VCR & DVD Players, Light bulbs or fans, Power Outages, Gas Grills, Coffee makers & other small kitchen appliances, Empty Gas Grill Propane Tanks
Security Camera Notice: For safety and property protection, exterior security cameras may be installed at this home. They are primarily used for security during the off-season and are not actively monitored during guest stays, unless a guest reports a problem. There are no cameras inside the home or in any private areas.

