house rules
to rent our house you must be at least 25 years old
our house is suitable for family-oriented vacations, get togethers, and getaways
our house is 3 stories tall without an elevator. the first floor does not require stairs to get inside and there is a kitchenette, living room, and bunk beds but getting to other floors will require the use of stairs.
events/parties are not allowed. family events are ok.
if you are renting directly from us, we would like to meet you before you rent our house. phone meetings can be arranged for prohibitively long distances
there are motion detecting security cameras at our house. we will disable the motion sensors when when you arrive
our neighbors are wonderful and many are full-time residents. please be extra considerate to them
from approximately the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, Lakeside Chautauqua requires guests and vehicles to pay a daily admission fee. these fees are the responsibility of guests. please learn more about the rates and dates here: https:// lakesideohio.com/visiting-lakeside/passes/
our house is comfortable and fun but it is not perfect. please understand it may have some flaws, but none that we think will diminish your enjoyment. our house is also near a great lake and wooded area which means there may occasionally be midges and mayflies, mosquitoes, ticks, pollen, leaves, salamanders, squirrel, skunks, raccoons, deer, turkey vultures, eagles, seagulls, easily upset redwing-blackbirds, and other wildlife. these generally stay outside of the house.
recycling & trash are picked up on Tuesdays, trash is also picked up on Fridays. please move the garbage and recycling cans to the curb Tuesdays before 6am (or Monday evening) and the garbage can to the curb before 6am Friday (or Thursday evening) and back during your stay. thanks for your help! :)
Lakeside Quiet Hours are from 11:30 p.m.-8 a.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 p.m.- 12 p.m. Sunday.
please note that Quiet Hours cover Sunday mornings until noon so all guests may enjoy a contemplative time to worship or meditate
please talk to us if you are considering bringing a pet. pets are sometimes permitted at our house with our prior written permission. we expect any prospective pet guest to be a great citizen, friend to all, and current on vaccinations. pets must always be kept inside or on a leash. unfortunately, we can never allow cats
smoking is not allowed inside or outside of our house. the community of Lakeside itself also prohibits smoking in all public areas (buildings, streets, parks, the beach, etc.) anywhere inside the gates
the consumption of alcoholic beverages outside of private dwellings is prohibited
illicit drugs, narcotics, or substance abuses of any kind are absolutely not permittedboats and trailers are not permitted through the gates of Lakeside
guests must agree to seek, understand, and follow all Lakeside Rules and Regulations. They can be found here: Full Lakeside Rules and Regulations https://lakesideohio.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Lakeside-Rules-Regulations_Titles-1-2-3- revised-2.20.26_recorded-3.16.26.pdf
Abridged Version https://community.lakesideohio.com/rules-regulations/
Departure Instructions:
Please
-return all items to where there were found
-load any dirty dishes into the dishwasher and start it before leaving
-empty fridges, freezers, and microwaves
-remove used sheets from beds and place on floor near bed
-pile used towels in a bathroom
-check drawers, closets, under beds, and in the washer & dryer for any left-behind belongings
-remove all trash and place in the outside trash cans
-turn off all fans and all lights, including outdoor light switches.
-close and lock all doors, garage door, and windows
If these house rules or any Lakeside rules and regulations are not followed we may not be able torefund any of your deposit and may even have to ask you to leave before your check-out day without a refund of your rental rate. Please talk to us before your stay if you have any concerns.