Generally the rules are 'be a good neighbor'.

House rules ensure your stay is enjoyable and safe, and allow us to offer an affordable rate.

1. HOUSE RULES violation is grounds for immediate termination of the reservation, resulting in immediate trespassing and removal from the property.

2. 3RD-PARTY RENTALS: Only guests staying should book. Any 3rd-party rentals require host approval. Just let us know and we are likely to approve but need to know upfront.

3. OCCUPANCY LIMIT is no more than the max number on the reservation. No guests other than the number of guests on the reservations are approved or a $15/night/person over the reservation guest number will be charged OR, if guests are undeclared, host may trespass the additional guests to be immediately removed. Reasonable number of non-overnight guests are allowed provided they follow the house rules and at the approval discretion of the host.

4. NO SMOKING of anything inside the units or in the common area thresholds, including vapes and/or marijuana, even if medically prescribed. This rule applies to incense, oils, and/or candles that will leave physical residues and residual smells. Violation of this policy will result in a $250 penalty plus any cost associated with the remediation and loss of revenue from booking cancellations.

5. CLEANING FEE of $150 base charge if the unit is left in unreasonable condition plus additional cost of labor and/or supplies if required to remediate any issues.

6. LATE CHECK OUT fee of $25 per 15-minutes of a late check out without advanced notice and approval by host. If more than 2 hours late for check-out, an additional night stay cost will be charged without the rights and access of the unit, charged in the amount of the base fee for the unit.

7. VALID PHONE NUMBER & 2-WAY COMMUNICATION: A valid phone number must be available for the host to contact guests prior to and during the reservation. Virtual or spoof phone numbers are not valid phone numbers. If the Host is unable to reach the guest prior to or during the reservation via phone, the host may terminate the reservation. Guest must communicate via the Airbnb messaging inbox and must be responsive and have a reasonable response time to messages (2-hours).

8. ACCESS TO THE UNIT by the host with 1-hour notice must be allowed for repairs or maintenance. If the Host determines there is an emergency need to access the property, access to the unit must be made available with no notice.

9. LOCAL RENTALS If you live within 50 miles of the property or 'local' as defined at the discretion of the Host, additional verification including government issued ID, background check, and/or a refundable deposit may be charged in advance of the stay. Local guests must notify the host prior to booking. If the additional verification items are not completed on a timeline indicated by the host, the reservation may be canceled by the host.

10. LAWS: Guest must follow all federal, state, and local laws during the stay.

11. SERVICE ANIMALS: Given this is a multi-family property with common interior and exterior walkways and common areas, service animals can pose a health and safety risk to others and therefore are not allowed. Per ADA and Airbnb guidelines, if a guest has a service animal as defined by the ADA, the Host will consider reasonable accommodations to include the service animal but is not a guarantee that an accommodation can be made. If a guest or anyone in their party requests accommodation for a service animal, the guest must answer these questions at the initial inquiry and pre-booking request: 1) Is the assistance animal required because of a disability? 2) What work or task has the animal been trained to perform? If the host is able to accommodate a service animal that is required based on a disability, the host will not charge a pet fee. Any damages caused by service animals are considered damage by the guest.

12. PETS: Non-service animals (pets) are only approved if the guest has listed the pet/s in the guest details of the reservation and the host has acknowledged in writing that the pets are approved. Pets will incur a pet fee. Guests who book acknowledge that service animals and/or pets from nearby neighbors or other reservations may be on property. By allowing pets or service animals does not constitute that the property has been ‘pet proofed’. Pets must not be left alone, must remain on a leash, and you must provide doggy bags and pickup after pets.

13. PAYMENT METHOD Must be on file prior to booking or requesting/accepting an alteration request. Host may cancel the reservation if it is found out after accepting the reservation request that a payment method is not on file. At the host discretion, the host may grant 30-minutes from the reservation request confirmation for you to add a valid payment method. If the payment method is not added within 30-minutes, the reservation will be canceled at no penalty to the host.

14. NUISANCE: Is described as behavior inside or outside of the reserved until including but not limited to loud music, partying, shouting/yelling, obnoxious behavior, and any activity which limits or prevents other residents and guests from enjoying the peace of their unit or the common areas. Any reported nuisances will be given a warning and upon a 2nd occurrence, the reservation will be canceled without refund.

15. PARKING & VEHICLES: Each reservation may have up to 4 x 4-door vehicles. Parking area is an uncovered driveway. Parking is at your own risk and the host has no liability for damage or theft. Vehicles must have insurance, registered, and in good working order with no major cosmetic or mechanical damages.

16. SURVEILLANCE & RECORDING: Guests acknowledge audio and video record the exterior of the building, including but not limited to the parking area, front porch, and sides of the building and may be stored.

17. COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY: No commercial activity is allowed except standard 'work from home'.

18. RESIDENCE No length of stay constitutes residency and tenant rights. Guests may not have mail delivered to the unit address. Please use a local PO Box service.

19. PESTS & WILDLIFE: The property has year-round pest control including fumigation, spraying (interior and exterior), exterior bait boxes, and other standard methods to keep pests and wildlife out. Due to the property's age and location, guest may encounter insects or wildlife outside or inside the dwelling. To do your part, guest should keep doors closed and keep any source of food out of the open.

20. PLUMBING AND NOTICE OF REPAIRS: No material other than standard toilet paper should be flushed down the toilets. If a backup, overflow, or clog occurs as a result of any drain being clogged as a result of improper material being flushed or poured in the drains, guest will owe the cost of the plumbing repair. Any obvious and visible repair needed that could cause ongoing damage to the house should be reported immediately such that further damage does not occur.

21. MINORS: All minors (less than 18 years old) must be declared on the reservation and should only be accompanied by guests who are part of the reservation. Minors should never be left alone at the property or accompanied by someone other than a direct member of the reservation (e.g., a local babysitter) without direct approval of the host.

22. CANCELLATION OF RESERVATION WITHOUT REFUND: By booking you agree that you have read & agree to comply with these rules. Failure to comply with the rules could result in the cancellation of your reservation and/or being asked to leave the property without a refund.

23. REQUEST FOR ID & SUPPLEMENTAL BACKGROUND VERIFICATION & DAMAGE WAIVER DEPOSIT: Guest acknowledges that before or after a booking is confirmed, Host may ask for additional verification at the sole discretion of the Host, and at no cost to the guest, including but not limited to; government issued ID, background, sex offender, and other tests as requested by the host. based on this review Host may request a deposit to be paid prior to the arrival date.

24. MILDEW & MOLD: Host monitors and treats both mold and mildew, however, guest acknowledge that the presence of either is common for households but a guest should notify the host if there is any visible evidence. Guest are required to do their part by keeping the HVAC on, windows/doors closed overnight or during extended periods, and cleaning up after themselves.

25. MAIL & PACKAGE DELIVER: Guest must use a local P.O. Box or Amazon locker service for package delivery.