Payment Policy
Initial payment is required for confirmation of reservation.
Refundable Damage Deposit
The security deposit signifies an agreement that all house rules will be followed. Deposit will be returned within two weeks of checkout. Guests who do not follow the house rules forfeit their security deposit.
House Rules:
-No more than 5 overnight guests, one of which must be at least 25 years of age.
-Two vehicle maximum. Please be considerate of the neighbors and drive 15 mph on Thomas Road. Only park on paved areas (not on grass or flagstone walkway).
-Guests traveling with their canine family members should agree to abide by the Schoolhouse Dog Policy.
-Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the property, including outside.
-Only toilet paper in the toilets.
-The propane tank that fuels the fire bowl in the backyard MUST be turned off when not in use.
-Hunting, fireworks, sound amplifiers, and parties of any kind are not allowed.
-ONLY place 13 gallon (or larger) trash bags in the outside bin. NO loose items or small bags. Our garbage man retrieves the bags by hand and will only take full-size trash bags.
-Exterior security cameras are in place for the safety of guests, the property, and as documentation that the cottage is within the county’s legal occupancy limit. Tampering with the security camera is grounds for immediate, nonrefundable termination of stay.
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Cancellation Policy
Travelers who cancel at least 75 days prior to check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid. If they cancel between 75 and 30 days before check-in, they will get back 50%. If travelers cancel within 30 days of check-in there will be no refund unless the cancelled dates are rebooked by new guests. In this case, the original booking party will receive a refund equivalent to what is covered by the new booking.
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Notes
Dog Policy:
We love dogs at the Schoolhouse and are happy to welcome yours free of charge under the following conditions:
-Canine companions must be clean with trimmed nails and up to date on flea and tick prevention.
-Guests will remove any waste from the yard.
-Please bring clean blankets to cover furniture if your pup likes snuggling with you.
-Wipe dirty paws and wet dogs with the towels and cloths found under the kitchen sink as opposed to using guest towels from the bathroom.
-If any furniture, rugs, or bedding gets soiled, guests should treat the area with stain spray found in the laundry cabinet.
-PLEASE vacuum floors, furniture, and lint roll where necessary to remove pet hair prior to check-out.
-A $75 pet deposit will be charged to guests after confirmation of booking. Guests who follow the dog policy, i.e. there is no additional pet related cleaning required after checkout, will have their deposit returned to them.
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