Booking & Rental Policies

We want your stay at Paradise on Lake Sibley to be comfortable and straightforward. Please take a few minutes to read the following policies before making your reservation.

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in is after 4:00 PM CST and check-out is by 10:00 AM CST. Early check-in and late check-out are not permitted.

Access to the house is through a number lock system. Your access codes and instructions for the home and its amenities will be sent by email approximately one week before check-in.

Smoking & Vaping

This is a strictly non-smoking and non-vaping property. Smoking or vaping anywhere on the premises is not permitted.

Failure to follow this policy can result in a $1,000 charge and immediate eviction, with cancellation of the reservation and forfeiture of rent.

Check-in is after 4:00 PM CST and check-out is by 10:00 AM CST. Early check-in and late check-out are not permitted.

Access to the house is through a number lock system. Your access codes and instructions for the home and its amenities will be sent by email approximately one week before check-in.

No Pets

Pets are not permitted at the lake house under any circumstances. A violation of the no-pet policy can result in a $1,000 deep-cleaning charge and immediate cancellation of the reservation.

Rental Insurance

A non-refundable $59 rental insurance fee is required at the time of booking. This covers incidental damages that may occur in the unit during your stay.

Payment

50% advance payment of the rental rate is required when the reservation is made. The remaining balance is due 60 days before arrival.

Reservations are not confirmed until the credit card payment has been successfully processed and the funds have been received.

A non-refundable $59 rental insurance fee is required at the time of booking. This covers incidental damages that may occur in the unit during your stay.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made more than 60 days before arrival are subject to a 5% cancellation fee or $50, whichever is greater.

Cancellations or changes that shorten a stay within 60 days of arrival result in forfeiture of the full advance payment and rental insurance. Early departure does not qualify for a refund of rent.

Monthly Reservations

Monthly renters must cancel at least 120 days before check-in. Changes that shorten a monthly stay must be made at least 90 days before check-in.

Maximum Occupancy

The standard maximum occupancy is 6 guests. Up to two additional guests may be accommodated for an additional charge of $50 per person, per night.

Minimum Stay

A minimum stay of 2 nights is required. Longer minimum stays may apply during holidays. If a reservation is made for fewer than three days, the three-night rate will apply.

Housekeeping

Linens and bath towels are provided, but daily housekeeping is not included. Towels and linens should remain in the house.

For longer stays, routine housekeeping is scheduled periodically. Additional cleaning can be arranged for a $200 cleaning fee.

Trash & Maintenance

Trash pickup is available with advance notice. Non-emergency maintenance and trash pickup require notice, so please allow enough time when making a request.

Furniture

Please do not move patio furniture between the deck and other areas, or move indoor furniture between rooms. Guests may be charged for any resulting damage.

Quiet Hours

The property is in a residential area, so please keep outdoor noise down during quiet hours. The documents reference quiet hours from approximately 8/9 PM to 7 AM.

Fireplace

For safety reasons, the fireplace must not be used. The chimney has been capped.

Lake & Wildlife

The property is located in a wooded area, so guests may occasionally see wildlife. Hunting is strictly prohibited.

Lake activities are at your own risk and there are no lifeguards on duty. A permit is required for boating on Sibley Lake.

Security

For guest safety and property security, the home has a monitored alarm system and a camera at the front entrance/porch. Guests should keep entry doors closed and locked.

Storm Policy

Refunds related to tropical storms or hurricanes are provided only when the applicable state or local authorities issue a mandatory evacuation order for a Tropical Storm/Hurricane Warning area, including the residence area of a vacationing guest.

Where the policy applies, refunds may cover unused rent for current guests, unused rent for guests who postpone or shorten an upcoming stay following the warning, or advance rent paid for a reservation scheduled during the hurricane warning period.

For guest safety and property security, the home has a monitored alarm system and a camera at the front entrance/porch. Guests should keep entry doors closed and locked.

Written Exceptions

Any exception to the rental policies must be approved in writing in advance.