House Rules

To ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for all guests, please review and follow these important house rules:

-The number of guests must be accurately reflected in your reservation.

• Parties, events, and gatherings are not permitted under any circumstances.

• Local guests (within 30 miles) must contact us before booking.

• Third-party bookings (on behalf of someone else) are not accepted.

• Routine maintenance, such as lawn care or snow removal, may occur during your stay. We’ll do our best to minimize any disruption.

• Parking is allowed only in designated areas provided at the home.

• Smoking is strictly prohibited inside and outside the home.

• Weapons of any kind are not permitted on the property.

• Electric vehicle (EV) charging is not allowed due to fire safety concerns.

• Tents, yurts, RVs, and other camping equipment are not permitted on the property.

A Note About Wildlife

Our home is in a peaceful, wooded setting where wildlife is a natural part of the environment. You may see deer, birds, squirrels, or other small creatures during your stay.

To ensure your safety and preserve the natural balance:

• Please secure all food and trash indoors or in closed and secured bins.
• Do not leave pet food or snacks outside.
• While wildlife encounters are rare, never feed or approach animals.
• Enjoy observing from a distance and help us protect the local habitat.

Vacation Rental Agreement

IN CONSIDERATION of the rent received and the mutual promises herein, the owner of the subject property, (“Owner”), does hereby grant temporary occupancy to you, hereinafter referred to as “Guest”, to certain property described below and under the following terms and conditions (“Agreement”).

1. PROPERTY: The term “Property” will refer to the one-family dwelling, grounds, land, interior and exterior furnishing, and equipment, materials, and supplies at the premises located at XXXX

2. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The maximum number of overnight guests for this property is limited to 6 persons unless arrangements are made and agreed to by Owner in writing prior to check-in date.

3. OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES: It is understood that Guest is responsible for all damages. The Owner is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Nor is the Owner responsible for any loss or damage to Guest's property. Any damage incurred to the Property or house furnishings will be the responsibility of the Guest.

Guest acknowledges that at the commencement of the rental, the property is in good and substantial repair except for any defect Guest may report to Owner during the first day of the rental. Any damage or breakage caused by guests must be reported to the Owner on or before the day of departure. The Owner is not responsible for any inconveniences that may occur for which they have no control. This includes, but is not limited to power outages, adverse weather conditions, mandatory evacuation, construction, mechanical or amenity-related failures such as television, etc. No refunds will be given for occurrences beyond the owner’s control.

4. GUEST RESPONSIBILITIES: It is fully understood that the property should be left in reasonably clean, sanitary, condition; Guest agrees to be responsible for any repairs necessary due to their negligence (or their Guest’s).

5. SPECIAL EVENTS: Guest may not throw a party or large gathering at the premises without express written permission of the Owner. A large gathering is defined as greater than six persons.

6. NOISE: Although the house and grounds are private, there are neighbors in the vicinity. Guests agree to keep noise to reasonable levels, especially during nighttime hours.

7. INDEMNITIES: Any unsafe or dangerous condition must be reported to the Owner immediately. Guest acknowledges that the use of the property is entirely at Guest’s risk. Guest shall indemnify and hold harmless Owner from any expenses, costs, damages, suits, actions, or liabilities arising directly from Guest’s use of the property, grounds, decks, stairs, fire-pit, common areas, and any other items on the property. Guest also agrees to defend the owner and his agents from any lawsuit alleging damages and/or personal injury that occurred during the Guest’s rental of the property, provided the incident was due to the Guest’s actions or negligence. Guest assumes liability associated with their Invitees, and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Owner for any damages or liabilities caused by such Invitees.

8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement and attached waivers, disclaimers and policies, constitute the entire agreement of the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreements concerning this subject matter and should be governed by the laws of New York state.

RENTAL POLICIES:

1. NO SMOKING: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the house and evidence of smoking inside with result in a $550 extra cleaning fee and forfeiture security deposit if held. It is further understood that all evidence of smoking outside the house (including cigarette butts, ash, etc.), will be thoroughly removed and/or bagged in trash bags prior to departure.

2. FIRES: Fires are permitted only in outdoor fire put. Never leave fires unattended.

3. CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT: Check-in time is typically after 4 pm, and check-out time is before 11 am. Unscheduled late check-outs following a 20-minute grace period will incur a $150 fee.

4. EV CHARGING: Due to fire risk, please do not charge electric vehicles.

5. PETS - Pets are allowed

6. WEAPONS - no weapons permitted on the property.

UPON SIGNATURE AND SUBMISSION, YOU AGREE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS AGREEMENT AND ACCEPT ALL TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS.