🌿 House Rules – Please Read Before Your Stay

We want you to feel completely at home while also helping us keep the space comfortable for everyone. Thank you for taking a moment to review these friendly reminders. 💛

🤝 Respect & Communication

We’re always here to help and want every stay to be enjoyable. We kindly ask that all communication remains polite and respectful. Aggressive or abusive behavior toward the host or staff may result in ending the reservation.

⏰ Check-In & Check-Out

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Early check-in / late check-out: Must be requested and approved in advance. If you stay past 11 AM without approval, the system automatically charges the full next-night rate.

🛠 If Something Isn’t Right

If you notice an issue with amenities, cleanliness, or anything else, please let us know right away. By reporting a problem, you allow us or our team to enter the property to resolve it quickly.

🚫 Pet Policy

Pets are not permitted at this property.

All guests are required to disclose any animals before booking or arrival. Bringing a pet to the property without prior written approval is considered an unauthorized pet.

Undisclosed Pets

If a guest brings an unauthorized pet to the property without notifying us in advance, a fee of $100 per pet, per night will apply.

If the unauthorized pet causes any damage, excessive cleaning, odors, flea treatment, or other additional expenses, an additional $300 pet damage/security charge may apply, along with any documented repair or cleaning costs that exceed this amount.

💥 Damages

Accidents happen — please just tell us right away. If replacement or repair is over $12, we’ll file a resolution request through Airbnb.

❄️ Air Conditioning

We’re in the tropics, so humidity can cause mold. Please leave the AC on Auto between 70–78°F at all times. Turning it off may result in a fine due to mold prevention policies.

🛠 Maintenance

We do our best to address requests quickly, but response times depend on contractor or technician availability.

🧼 Cleanliness

This is a private home, not a hotel. Daily cleaning isn’t included. We keep cleaning fees low with your help. Before checkout, please:

• Wash dishes • Wipe counters, stove & oven • Clean any spills • Empty fridge & freezer • Take out all trash & recycling • Leave the home in similar condition as arrival

Starter supplies provided: 2 paper towel rolls + 1 toilet paper roll per bathroom (extras under the sink).

🛏 Bedding Use

If your group is under 8 guests, please use only the beds needed. This helps us reduce water waste and stay eco-friendly. 🌎

🌊 Dock Area

You’re welcome to enjoy the dock and waterfront area within the property line. Please note:

• Only the backyard/pool area is fenced and private. • The side path to the dock is not fenced from the street. • Occasionally, the landlord's family may access the dock to use their boat. • The boat at the dock is private property please do not touch or use it. • Don’t leave valuables near the dock. If you see anyone unfamiliar there, just let us know.

🚗 Parking

Free parking on the driveway for 3–4 cars. If the landlord takes his boat out, he may briefly park a car with a “Landlord Car” tag on the windshield.

🏊‍♂️ Pool

• No lifeguard on duty —swim at your own risk. • Pool is serviced on Monday & Friday (quick 15-minute visit). Thank you for your understanding.

🗑 Trash

Please place bagged garbage in the outdoor bins (right side of the house). Trash pickup is Tuesday & Friday early morning. Put bins on the curb the night before (Monday & Thursday). If bins are left full at checkout, a $50 fee may apply.

Cleaning tools provided: vacuum, mop, broom, dustpan, and multi-surface cleaner.

💎 Valuables

We’re not responsible for loss or damage of personal items. Please store valuables safely.

🐾 Pets

No pets allowed. A $300 fee applies for unauthorized pets.

👥 Guests & Occupancy

Maximum occupancy: 10 guests (inside & outside). All guests must be declared at booking. Extra undeclared guests: $100 per person per day. Exceeding 10 guests may result in reservation cancellation.

🚭 Smoking & Misuse

No smoking indoors, no parties, and no unauthorized gatherings. Violations may result in a $500 fine.

🔇 Noise Levels

We care about our neighbors. Please follow:

• Quiet hours: 9 PM – 8 AM • No parties or loud gatherings • Noise monitoring system in place

Breaking noise policies that result in complaints may lead to a $1000 fine.

🏡 Purpose of Stay

Guests must confirm their stay is short-term only for vacation, travel, or temporary needs. The property cannot be used as a primary residence, and the address cannot be used for IDs or mail. No personal furniture may be moved in.

🔑 Check-In

Your door code will be shared on check-in day once the home is ready.