🏡 House Policies

👟 Shoes & Cleanliness

• Remove shoes inside the apartment.
• If shoes are wet or dirty, take them off at the bottom of the stairs to prevent mud, water, or bugs from entering the home.
• Do not place luggage on bedding.
• Do not leave food out (on counters, pots, or pans), as it can attract rodents and cause unpleasant smells.
• Stainless steel cookware was chosen for your health — please keep it clean.
• No hot items or staining substances on countertops.
• Maintain a clean environment inside the apartment.
• Do not clean the apartment or linens with chemical-based cleaners or fragrances (we aim for a chemical-free environment).

🚽 Plumbing & Bathrooms

• Plumbing is sensitive — do not flush paper towels, feminine products, large amounts of hair, or anything other than toilet paper.
• Run the bathroom exhaust fan while showering and turn it off when complete.
• In the bathroom, only the left shower door slides — the right is fixed in place by design. Please do not force it.

🚭 Smoking, Vaping, Fire & Safety

• No smoking, vaping, candles, or incense. A $2000 fine applies.
• No open flames of any kind.
• Fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen.
• Do not run ceiling fans at high speed for days at a time.
• No grilling.

👥 Guests & Occupancy

• No parties or large gatherings (maximum 6 people).
• The house comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests.
• Additional guests: $50 per person, per night (air mattresses available if needed).
• No unapproved overnight guests.

🐾 Pets / Animals

• Animals are generally not permitted.
• On rare occasions where permission is given, do not leave animals alone in the apartment.
• Animals are not allowed on furniture or bedding.

🔊 Noise & Respect

• Keep noise levels low to respect other guests.
• No fights, parties, loud music, shouting, or door slamming.
• Quiet hours: 10 PM – 9 AM (22:00 – 09:00 military time).
• Please walk softly — this 1905 home has sturdy bones, but sound travels easily.
• No drug use or heavy use of alcohol.

🌡️ Heating, Cooling & Energy

• Do not set the heat higher than 75°F.
• No box air conditioners in the front window.
• Do not leave windows open on humid or rainy days.
• Do not leave the stove on after use.

🛏️ Beds & Furniture

• No jumping on the beds.
• Do not drag furniture or heavy items across the floors.
• Return furniture to its original position when finished.
• Do not sleep on top of the bedding.

🚪 Doors & Parking

• Enter through the side porch door whenever possible.
• If you use any exterior door, never leave it unlocked or ajar for more than 5 minutes.
• The front door locks automatically — make sure it closes fully.
• Do not leave doors partially open, especially in cold weather.
• Parking is first-come, first-served in the driveway.
• The driveway is shared — please do not leave your car there after unloading.

🛠️ Property Care

• No holes in the walls, sticky items, or painting.
• Please do not damage flooring.
• Remove lint from the dryer after every use.
• Do not remove window screens.
• Do not go into the basement or the garage without permission.
• Do not make any adjustments to the plumbing or electrical.
• Do not touch the artwork.

📅 Cancellations

• Once you are checked in, there are no refunds.

🛎️ Extra Services

• Monthly housekeeping available for $100 (light touch-up clean, not deep clean).
• The cleaning fee is designed to reset the apartment back to the condition it was in when you arrived.
• If, after your stay, the cleaning team finds the home in beyond average clean-up condition, you will be charged an extra cleaning fee.

⚠️ If any of these policies are broken, it will result in termination of the reservation without refund.