Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement and provide photo IDs.
Security Deposit Required: Up To $1500.00.

Checkout time is 10 am unless otherwise arranged in advance.
We are a pet and service animal free property due to health risks to others who share the property (owner & children suffer severe allergies) as well as having an outdoor cat on the premises, who doesn’t get along well with other animals. She is NOT permitted inside the house due to allergies.
No smoking or vaping anywhere on property, both inside and out (THIS INCLUDES MEDICAL MARIJUANA) Evidence of smoking/marijuana/drug use on property (inside or out) will result in forfeiture of security deposit and immediate dismissal from the property with no refund
No parties, events or large gatherings. Maximum number of people on property: 25 (including day visitors). Failure to adhere to this rule will result in immediate dismissal from property with no refund and loss of security deposit 
A minimum of $1500 security deposit will be required prior to access being granted to property. Host will require guest's credit card information in order to place security hold 3 days prior to arrival. Upon check-out, rental will be inspected & security deposit hold released, less any damages, cost of missing items, additional cleaning fees levied by housekeeping for more than ordinary clean up or trash removal.
Government-issued ID (Passport for NY state) must be provided to the host prior to release of access codes/entry keys to the guest.  Note: This includes but is not limited to ID for primary renter matching the credit card used to secure the reservation and any additional IDs for adult guests as requested by host. Initial to Agree to Providing Acceptable ID
Government-issued ID (Passport for NY state) must be provided to the host prior to release of access codes/entry keys to the guest.  Note: This includes but is not limited to ID for primary renter matching the credit card used to secure the reservation and any additional IDs for adult guests as requested by host. Initial to Agree to Providing Acceptable ID
Do not disable WiFi and/or security cameras
Quiet hours from 11pm to 7am
Please use only septic system safe toilet paper. Trash receptacles are provided for wipes, feminine hygiene products, etc.
Please report any damages that occur while you’re in residence so we are aware & can make needed repairs prior to next check in.
Children must be accompanied by adults in the sauna, gym, outside areas including but not limited to hot tub, fire pit  and pond areas.
Misuse of Hot Tub resulting in unscheduled drain/refill/cleaning will incur a $125 fee. Instructions for proper usage are provided in our Welcome Book/House Manual.
No glass bottles, containers or food in the sauna or hot tub areas
Grilling and BBQ are permitted on charcoal & gas grills located on lower level back patio.
Camp fires are permitted only in the circular stone fire pit adjacent to the outdoor kitchen area. Never leave a campfire unattended; an adult should supervise the campfire at all times. Never put anything but wood into the fire. Do not sit on the fire ring as the rocks will heat up quickly and they'll stay hot for a long time. When it's time to put the fire out, dump lots of water on it, stir it with a shovel, then dump more water on it. Make sure it is COLD before leaving the campsite. If it's too hot to touch, it's too hot to leave!
Wood burners in kitchen and downstairs Viking Room may be used; fireplace in main living room cannot be lit, as it IS NOT FUNCTIONAL. CHIMNEY IS NOT OPEN and damage to flat screen TV may result.
TRASH-removal during your stay and upon checkout is responsibility of renter. Prior to checkout, please empty all trash cans (kitchen, bath and bedrooms) & remove all perishables from the refrigerator. A starter supply of trash bags are provided under kitchen sink. Total of one bag of trash & one bag of recycling may be left in main kitchen receptacles upon checkout.
Trash can be dropped off at local waste center located at:  5082 Jonathan Creek Rd, Waynesville, NC 28785, a 10 min. drive from the house (5.2 miles) via US-276 S and US-276 N  - Open from 7 AM to 5 PM
Recyclables may be placed in the blue dumpsters at the waste center
NOTE: LOCAL WASTE CENTER IS CLOSED ON THURSDAY AND   SUNDAY if check out falls on one of those days take the bulk of the trash out in advance to avoid being charged an additional trash removal fee by cleaning company.
Garage, greenhouse, sheds are secured and off limits. Pool area, barns and the "old fort" with stone pillars are being renovated, please use caution and stay clear of these areas.
ATV, dirt bike or OHV (side-by-sides, etc.) use is strictly prohibited
Hunting and firearm use (including target practice) are not permitted 
Do not attempt to exit house via windows; do not access balconies from windows; do not jump from balconies.