Thank you for choosing New Hope Retreat for your vacation. In order to provide our guests with the best experience, we encourage them to follow the following rules before, during and after their stay. We require all guests to sign and return the rental agreement. Please read the entire listing before making reservation. Age Requirement - Primary Renter must be 25 or older. By confirming your booking, you agree to adhere to Rental Agreement and Rental Rules set forth in this listing. If you bring more people than agreed upon by your reservation, you will be asked to leave without a refund and/or charged an extra $100 per person per night. CHECK-IN Check-in time is via custom keypad code and starts at 4pm local time. Code will be provided 48 hours before arrival. Check out time is at 10am local time. If you arrive early or depart late there will be a charge of $100 per hour for checking in earlier than stated check in time or checking out later than stated check out time. A security deposit of $500.00 is required. This is a "hold" that is put on your credit card and then released 7 days after you depart if there are no incidentals. The rental agreement is as follows: RENTAL RULES

1. Smoking is NOT allowed and Drugs of any kind are NOT permitted. Security Deposit of $500 will be held plus additional money charged for any other related damages if guest does not follow these rules and there is any evidence to suggest smoking was done at the property.  Absolutely no fires inside or outside. Unauthorized fires (including candles) will be charged $500 plus damages.
2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth in the online agreement may not stay overnight in the property. Any other person in the property is the sole responsibility of Guest. Guests are not allowed to exceed the occupancy limit agreed to in the online itinerary. If number of guests exceed the number disclosed on booking, you will be charged additional $200 per additional guest per night.
3. Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors; Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00pm – 8:00am. If you plan to party, please do not book this house.
4. All of the houses/cabins are privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise.
5. Please keep the property and all furnishings in good order. Removing any items from the house including living and kitchen furnishings is not permitted.
6. Please only use appliances for their intended use.
7. House-trained pets are welcome for a pet fee of $150 per pet per booking (max 2 pets, 30lbs max weight limit each). Pets should be disclosed at the time of booking and pet fee paid prior to check in. If you sneak in a pet of any kind without disclosing you will be charged an additional $500 and you will be asked to leave. (Please note no pets are allowed in the pool area. if there is any evidence of pets entering the pool area, there will be penalty of $500 to cover the costs of cleaning the pool) 
8. Parking: Parking is available next to the property. Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner.
9. Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included in the house, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. Please do not take towels or linens with you.
10. Please lock all doors and all windows upon departure. Turn off lights and electronics when not in use.
11. Please ONLY FLUSH toilet paper. DO NOT FLUSH sanitary items, wipes, paper towels, hair, food, cotton balls/swabs, etc (NOT even "flushable" items). Security deposit fees and additional charges at the guests expense, will be assessed if plumbing work needs to be performed on the property.
12. Garbage: Any garbage must be stowed in the trash cans located in the garage. Please do not leave any trash outside as it will attract bears and other wild life.
13. Indoor Pool: Large private indoor pool available year round for guests. Pool can be heated for extra charge. Please reach out to host for pool heating charges and set up. Alcohol is not allowed in or near the pool. You are not allowed to use the pool if you have consumed alcohol or are pregnant. Use the pool AT YOUR OWN RISK! No life guard on duty. Absolutely no diving allowed. Please follow the pool rules. (Please note no pets are allowed in the pool area. if there is any evidence of pets entering the pool area, there will be penalty of $500 to cover the costs of cleaning the pool) 
14. Weather: No refunds will be given for circumstances beyond our control such as bad weather, storms, road maintenance/conditions, power outages or equipment malfunction, etc. Travel insurance is recommended if you're concerned and want to be insured.
15. Any damage/loss to any items in the house are the sole responsibility of the guest. Every item will be looked at before arrival and after departure. If you cause damage, please notify the owner immediately. Please treat our home as if it were your own. Guest understands that any repair or replacement costs shall be deducted from said $500 security. Should said damages exceed $500, Guest shall reimburse Owner for any damages caused by Guest and Guest’s party within 5 (five) business days of receipt of invoice from Owner.
16. Non-Compliance: Failure to comply with the above rules (including smoking and use of drugs on the property) will result in non-return of security deposit and possible additional charges. Booking through Airbnb/VRBO assigns your consent to all listed under "House Rules/Manual".