Before You Book

What to Know

We want every guest to feel at home. Here's a quick overview of how things work at 608 Bladen Street so there are no surprises.

Rental Terms

Monthly Rate

$2,500 per 30-day term, due in full before move-in.

Security Deposit

$1,000 refundable deposit, returned within 5 days of checkout minus any deductions for damage or unpaid charges.

Cleaning Fee

$250 non-refundable cleaning fee covers standard turnover cleaning between guests.

Check-in / Check-out

Check-in at 3:00 PM. Check-out at 11:00 AM.

Occupancy & Guests

  • Maximum occupancy is 2 persons.
  • No subletting, assignment, or short-term listing (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.).
  • The cottage is for residential use only.

Pets

  • Pets require prior written approval from the owner.
  • If approved, a $300 refundable pet deposit is required.
  • Tenant is responsible for all pet-related damage, cleaning, and odor remediation.

Parking

  • 1 vehicle in the dedicated driveway space.
  • Additional street parking is available for a second vehicle.
  • No RVs or campers without written approval.

House Rules

  • No smoking or vaping anywhere on the premises.
  • Quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  • Please be considerate of neighbors — no conduct that creates a nuisance or disturbance.
  • No deep frying or cooking with significant quantities of oil inside the cottage. Additional cleaning costs from grease or odors will be deducted from the security deposit.
  • No food waste or grease down the drains.
  • Dispose of garbage in the proper containers provided.
  • Laundry detergent is provided — please use only the no-scent detergent supplied. This protects the organic linens and keeps the cottage fresh for every guest.
  • Do not disable any smoke detectors.
  • No hazardous materials stored on the premises.

What's Included

  • All utilities — electricity, gas, water, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
  • Property taxes, insurance, and lawn care.
  • All furnishings, kitchen equipment, and linens as listed in the furnished inventory.
  • No-scent laundry detergent.

Care & Maintenance

  • Please maintain the cottage in clean and sanitary condition.
  • Report any maintenance issues promptly — we want to fix problems quickly.
  • No alterations to the property without written consent.
  • The owner may enter with 24 hours' notice for inspections or repairs, except in emergencies.

Lease Agreement

A formal 30-day residential lease agreement will be provided and must be signed by both parties before move-in. The lease covers all terms, conditions, and protections in detail. The information above is a summary — the signed lease governs.

Questions?

Reach out anytime — we're happy to answer any questions before you book.