PAYMENT TERMS:
Upon agreement of rental, we require a deposit equivalent to 50% of the cottage rental fee. This is to guarantee the reservation. Deposit is to be made via Interac e-Transfer, or equivalent. Final balance to be paid prior to checkout.
In order for us to keep current records, please copy and paste the email transfer receipt and email to
meshawfalls@gmail.com once completed.
This agreement is based on the list of guests provided by the renter at the end of this agreement. One additional guest may be permitted, subject to the Owner’s approval and extra person fees will apply ($210/guest per stay). Children under 1 year of age are free.
COTTAGE RESPECT & CLEANING:
Please note that the cleaning service main responsibility is to do the regular light cleaning, vacuuming, washing, and sanitizing of the cottage to make the cottage perfect for the next renters to move into as it was done for you. Rental clients are still responsible for leaving the cottage clean, organized, neat & tidy ready for the cleaning staff to complete their role. When renting a rural cottage, issues are sometimes much different and remedying them sometimes can take longer than expected.
▪ Indoor & outdoor furniture needs to be returned to its original place.
▪ All living areas including kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms etc., including floors must be left clean an tidy.
▪ All dishes & cutlery returned to proper drawers/cupboards – no dishes are to be left in sink.
▪ Beds must be left neat & stripped of linens and all rented linens must be placed folded on the beds.
▪ Comforters and pillows should also be placed neatly on beds.
▪ Refrigerator must be emptied of food items and unplugged. Your left-over food items need to be returned home.
WATER/PLUMBING/SEPTIC SYSTEM:
▪ Please understand that this cottage operates on a septic system.
▪ Because of the septic system, do not put any solid waste materials or grease down the sink drains.
▪ Although the water is potable, you may wish to bring your own drinking water.
▪ Turn off all taps following use.
PARKING:
▪ There are parking spaces available for up to 2 vehicles.
▪ Please be sure to park only on the driveway (not on the grass as there are septic lines/septic tank below this area, which will be damaged by the weight of vehicles).
▪ No tents, trailer, or campers are permitted.
GARBAGE:
▪ As renters may produce large amounts of garbage and recycling, it is the responsibility of the renter to help manage this.
▪ Garbage will be collected Wednesday and Saturday mornings and should not be placed outside until 8:00 a.m. day of pickup.
▪ While at the cottage DO NOT store any bagged garbage outdoors as this will attract raccoons, bears and other wild animals and invariably result in the garbage being spilled from animals rummaging.
FIRES:
▪ Small campfires are permitted only in designated areas and as directed by management.
▪ Do not burn plastic, tin cans, glass or other items that should not be in the fire. Make sure that you put out your fire with plenty of water before going to bed.
GUESTS:
▪ This is a “No Party Cottage” and guests are not permitted without the owner’s approval. If you plan on having a guests, you must notify management.
SMOKING:
▪ This is a “No Smoking and No Vaping” cottage. Please respect our wishes for a safe, smoke free cottage.
▪ If you are a smoker, please smoke outside of the cottage and dispose of cigarette butts in a proper container which will completely extinguish them for safety and environmental reasons.
▪ Please DO NOT discard cigarette butts on the ground.
PETS:
▪ Please “Poop and Scoop” and consider the convenience and respect for our neighbours on both sides. Ensure the pet is restrained at all times.
▪ Pets are not permitted to be on any of the furniture. If your dog is wet, please do not let it in the cottage until it is dry.
▪ As a pet owner you are aware that you are totally responsible for your dog and its actions and whereabouts. Be courteous.
BOAT / WATERCRAFT:
▪ There may be lifejackets available, however if you need one specifically for you or someone else, this will be your responsibility. You are welcome to use any of the life jackets at your own risk
but please remember that legally they must fit you properly.
▪ Gas and bait are available on site but are not included in boat rental fees indicated above.
▪ If you plan on bringing you own watercraft, be sure to advise Meshaw Falls Cottages of this, well before you arrive.
▪ If you are renting a boat, please ensure that you or someone in your group has a boater’s license and is a competent operator. According to Ontario Law a boating license is mandatory. It is your responsibility to comply.
▪ Damage deposit will be collected for first time guests. Any damage incurred will be charged at cost prior to checkout.
OTHER GENERAL INFORMATION/REQUESTS:
▪ Please remove shoes when inside the cottage and wear indoor footwear so as not to soil carpets (if applicable).
▪ If walking outdoors with bare feet, please be sure to clean feet off well before entering cottage and wear indoor footwear so as not to soil carpets (if applicable).
▪ Please be very careful with the floors, avoid scratches in them by dragging furniture, chairs, coolers, or any other items.
▪ Please use the cutting boards that are provided. Do not use the countertops as they may scratch and/or ruin the cutting knives.
▪ If the grounds need to be maintained, management will need to have access to the property during your stay, and we will do our best not to disturb your time.
▪ The cottage is surrounded by great neighbours who have been very supportive and patient; please be respectful of property lines, profanity, noise, and loud music.
▪ Ensure Fish Cleaning station is utilized as apposed to cleaning fish in your cottage.
▪ Please be careful with the consumption of hydro (lights and hot water).
▪ Please do not under any circumstances, feed the wild animals.