Our place is cute and cozy, perfect for the three of us, and sometimes four when grandma comes to stay the night.
But as we become more established and other people start to turn their heads north for a weekend getaway, we see the need to be hospitable and share our good fortune with others. We are already thinking this holiday season of offering a weekend stay at the cottage as a gift.
Another but! How do we share our space with others without conflict? Thus we need to create...
The Rules
Prior to:
Let us know the best date for your getaway and we will reserve it on the calendar for you. Weekend stays Friday-Sunday; weekdays, Monday - Thursday. Not available: Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Maximum capacity in the cottage is probably around 6: two in the king, two on the queen, and two on the futon/couch when folded down. There is also an air mattress in Will's closet in case of an emergency.
Pets are welcome, however please clean up after your cat or dog while here. Leave no surprises in the yard or under a bed.
Secure a key from David or Melissa. We will either give you one or tell you where to locate the hide-a-key on the property.
As of this writing, we do not yet own inner tubes or kayaks for enjoying the river. Please BYO flotation devices. This is subject to change in coming months.
When you arrive:
Upon first entering the house, go into the first bedroom and check the breaker box to make sure the pump and the hot water heater are on. If not, turn both on to get water started in the house.
There is an ashtray in the junk drawer for you to use outside on the deck if you desire. Please no smoking in the house.
Cushions for the deck furniture are in the deck box, next to grill. Please put them away when done using so they do not get wet in rain or blow away in wind.
If weather allows, open a window prior to cooking. The smoke detector in the kitchen is very sensitive and reacts to the slightest smoke and/or heat.
Upon leaving:
Do a basic courtesy clean-up prior to leaving: sweep, wipe down the table and counters, dispose of any uneaten food. Wash and dry all your dishes; Don’t leave any dirty dishes in the sink.
Strip bed and put dirty sheets and towels in the laundry basket in the bathroom. We will run it home to wash, no problem.
Please take your trash and pop/beer bottles with you. We do not have trash service here.
Lock up and either return the key to its hiding place or return to Dave and Melissa upon returning to town.
Please enjoy the space, we hope you love it as much as we do.
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