Rental Policy

Margie B’s Lake Lodge Rental Policies

We require you to read All Policies to ensure the best experience.

By reserving with Margie B’s Lake Lodge you are stating that you have read these policies and agree to ALL policies set forth by Margie B’s Lake Lodge.

By reserving your stay at Margie B’s Lake Lodge, you are accepting this policy and authorizing Margie B’s Lake Lodge to charge your credit card for the amount of rental.

Also, by reserving your stay at Margie B’s Lake Lodge, you are accepting this policy and authorizing Margie B’s Lake Lodge to charge your credit card should the policy be violated or damages occur.

The credit card holder is responsible for informing the others in their reservation about Margie B’s Lake Lodge policy.

Margie B’s Lake Lodge reserves the right to vacate the premises at any time.

• Check-In: AFTER 4:01 pm, No Early Arrivals
  Prior to your arrival, via email, you will be issued a 4-digit security code for entry into the cabin.
• Check-Out: BEFORE 11:00 am
  Check-out is Before 11:00 am, we will be ready to prepare for our next guests.

At check-out, guests are required to leave the lodge and property in the same general condition it was upon arrival.

Expectation

1. Wash/Dry and put away dishes, utensils, etc.
2. Clean the stove/microwave from any grease of food residue left from cooking
3. Do NOT dispose of hot/used cooking grease in landscaping/grass/rocks or down the sink or toilet.
4. Wipe off countertops, clean up any spills
7. Clean out all food and beverages brought to the cabin
8. Place all towels and washcloths in the bathtub
9. Close all windows and outside doors
10. Please bag all trash and place it in the outside trash receptacle provided.

Please leave us as you have found us. Unfortunately, deteriorating or violating the lodge or its surroundings will result in your credit card being charged a minimum $100 cabin cleaning fee and/or a minimum $150 Hot Tub Cleaning Fee. No Exceptions.

• You must be 25 years or older to reserve the cabin.

• Only the specified/approved number of guests is allowed at the lodge.**
• Reservations are required to be on the property.
• If it is found that you have more than the number of specified guests at any time at the cabin, you will be charged an extra $100 per person and you will be asked to leave for breaking policy. No refunds.**
• We pride ourselves on our clean peaceful environment at Margie B’s Lake Lodge; Margie B’s is not for you if you are looking for a party pad. You will hopefully find our property a great place to unwind.
• You are responsible for any damages to the cabin/Hot Tub or its contents during your stay including loss of income.
• In the event of a dispute prevailing party may ask for attorney fee costs.
• Margie B’s Lake Lodge is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items while a guest at the cabin
• Margie B’s Lake Lodge is not responsible for any actions you or your guest take or do while staying at the cabin or surrounding property
• Margie B’s Lake Lodge is not responsible for any “Acts of God” or “Mother Nature”
• Please Do Not Cook Seafood of any kind in the cabin, also the use of Curry seasoning is NOT allowed, the smell will absorb into the walls, and an outdoor grill is provided for such strong-smelling cuisines. $500 Fee, No Exceptions
• We ask that while wet, Do Not sit on beds or furniture & Do Not leave wet towels on the floor, for this will damage the furnishings.
• Please do not move furniture for it will damage the flooring.
• Please leave coolers outside on the porch to prevent damage to the flooring.
• Wax Candles, and open flames are not permitted in the cabin;
• Please do not leave open doors or windows while the heat or air conditioning is on.
• Please use the screen doors if it is nice outside. We are in the woods, you will have mosquitos sleeping with you if you leave the doors open.

Free Wi-Fi:

• We provide Free Wi-Fi for our guests
• We do not offer refunds for “courtesy” Free Wi-Fi.  Again, we are in the country and cannot always guarantee high-speed
• To access Free Wi-Fi, see the Informational Book located in the lodge for details and password.

Smoking:

• Smoking and/or vaping is Not allowed in the lodge, 
• Do Not throw cigarette Butts on the Ground/Snow or Grass.
• The person making the reservation will be responsible for a $500 cleaning fee if a scent of smoking is detected in the lodge.

Pets:

•  NO PETS ALLOWED.
• With respect to other guests with allergies and health-related issues, our policy is NO pets. No exceptions.
• The person making the reservation is responsible for a $500 cleaning fee if this is disregarded.

Hot Tub Guidelines: IMPORTANT:  (coming this fall)

We want our guests to be aware of what will contaminate the water for which they are responsible.

It is the responsibility of the credit card holder to inform the others in their reservation about Margie B’s Lake Lodge policy and to maintain hot tub during the stay

• Swimwear only!!! Anything other than a swimsuit will still have detergent and fabric softener in them which will leak out into the hot tub causing the water to either turn cloudy or foam or both.

• Shoes of any kind are not allowed in the hot tub as this will scratch the tub and contaminate the water.

• Makeup, body lotion, sun tan lotion, sunless tanning lotion, oils, hair gel, or any other body products will come off in the water turning the water cloudy and foam or both. You must take a shower with soap before entering the hot tub.
• If you have been down at the lake fishing the hot tub is not a place to wash off, you must take a shower and wash your hands before getting into the hot tub.

• NO Drinking, Smoking, or eating in the hot tub anyone of these if dropped in will contaminate the water AND WILL cause it to cloud up and foam. No glass containers in or near the hot tub.
• Hot Tub use is not permitted while it is sprinkling, raining, hailing, or sleeting, the precipitation will change the balance of chemicals causing the water to be cloudy.
• Leaving the Hot Tub cover off of the hot tub while not in use will let bugs and flying particles get into the water.
• Lowering the Hot tub temperature below 99 degrees will cause the pump not to circulate, resulting in cloudy water.
• I recommend if 99-degree water is too hot, stay out of Hot Tub (this is not a swimming pool)
• If you have had diarrhea/Vomiting in the last 24 hours or an open wound, DO NOT get in the Hot Tub!
• There will be a Minimum $150 charge for misuse/Abuse of the hot tub during your stay such as a low water level, contamination, unusually dirty/cloudy/foamy water, or foreign objects in the hot tub. (i.e. grass, mud, residue from self-tanning products, Make-Up, sprays and or Oils, ashes, food, beverages, gum, etc)

• We ask that you bring robes or beach towels for the hot tub.
• Persons under the age of 18 must have an adult in the hot tub with them at all times.
• Margie B’s Lake Lodge is not responsible for any injuries due to misuse/abuse of the hot tub or any other items located on the premises.
• If you have any questions or need help, please do not hesitate to call, we have instructions concerning the hot tub in a book in the lodge.

• The hot tub cover must remain on the tub and latched while not in use.
• After use, turn Off the lights in the hot tub, and Close and Latch after getting out of the Hot Tub.
• **DO NOT Leave Hot Tub Un-Covered

Fishing Policies:

• Guests are welcome to enjoy a leisure time of fishing in our lake.
• We ask that when you catch fish, you release them back into the lake, so others may enjoy the same.
• Do NOT bring fish into the cabin.
• Absolutely, No cleaning of fish on/in or around our property.
• You must provide your own fishing gear and bait. You assume all risks of fishing and water hazards
  Outdoor Activities and Policies:
• Please do not move outdoor furniture
• We encourage you to wear appropriate attire and use insect repellant while enjoying the outdoor environment.
• As wooded areas are prevalent to having mosquitos, chiggers, ticks, oak mites, etc.: we encourage you to shower after your outdoor activities for your comfort. Margie B’s Lake Lodge is not responsible for mosquitoes or any other type of insect.
• NO Swimming or Boating Permitted

Reservations:
Rates are based on the number of people occupying the Lodge
Additional guests are $100 per night, up to a maximum of 6 people total.

• You must secure your reservation with a major credit card. We Only accept Visa, Master Card, and Discover.
• Reservations require a 50% deposit.
• Full payment is expected at least thirty days prior to the arrival date.
• Margie B’s Lake Lodge reserves the right to cancel reservations made without completed payment.

Cancellations 

• Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to arrival date will be refunded deposit minus a 15% handling fee via a check in the mail or charge back on the card when possible.
• No refunds are available for cancellations less than 30-day notice.
• Changing your dates for a reservation will incur a 15% handling fee.
• Reservations made for 7 or more consecutive days require a 60-day cancellation notice.

Margie’s Lake Lodge reserves the right to update rental policy.