terms & conditions
Note: If your reservation was made via AirBNB, Vrbo, or another 3rd party site, the rules set forth on that site will apply or overrule the terms below.
By confirming your reservation, you are confirming the receipt of and agreeing to the terms set forth below and/or on the site on which your reservation was made.
Read the VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS carefully before you pay a deposit and begin your vacation. Any monies received by Weathernabb Recreation Co (herein referred to as NORTH VIEW CABINS) for occupancy of the vacation property indicates acceptance of the VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS in full. All policies are strictly enforced.
RENTER REQUIREMENTS AND AGE RESTRICTIONS: For legal and accounting purposes, the person placing the reservation must be the same as the credit/debit cardholder, who shall be referred to as “the Guest.” The Guest understands that NORTH VIEW CABINS rents to responsible adults over the age of 25 ONLY. Photo I.D. Required. Under no circumstances can any vacation property be reserved on behalf of a person under the age of 25. Whoever makes the reservation must be one of the occupants. Those staying with the Guest are the “Invitees.” It is the responsibility of the Guest and their invitees to be familiar with all policies pertaining to the vacation rental.
DOWN PAYMENT/ PAYMENT: A reservation will be guaranteed with a $200 fee paid when the reservation is confirmed. Full payment is due 30 days prior to the scheduled arrival date. Credit cards must have an expiration date that extends beyond the duration of the stay. If a reservation is made less than 30 days prior to arrival, full payment is due when the reservation is made.
STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY: 100% refund at least 60 days before check-in. All but the first night’s rate (or $200, whatever is less) will be refunded 30-60 days before check-in. No refunds less than 30 days before arrival. Refunds may be charged a 3% processing fee depending on the payment system used. (Note: The option of a 3-day full refund policy during the off-season will be put in writing at time of reservation if applicable.)
RESERVATIONS IN ADVANCE: NORTH VIEW CABINS cannot guarantee availability on reservations units if made 6+ months in advance. NORTH VIEW CABINS reserves the right to cancel a reservation under these circumstances: weather related conditions, late winterization without notification, reservations made against regulations such as maximum guests exceeded, length of stay, pet allowance, acts of nature, change in ownership or management, unexpected repair or maintenance, etc. If a reserved cabin becomes unavailable, NORTH VIEW CABINS will provide the Guest with a range of options which may include but are not limited to: Full refund, transfer to another unit for the same cost, date change, etc.
DAMAGE POLICY: The Guest will pay the cost of losses and damage sustained to the vacation property during their period of occupancy. The Guest shall disclose damage to NORTH VIEW CABINS management prior to check-out. Costs for damages will be charged to the credit card on file or billed to the Guest. NORTH VIEW CABINS is hereby granted the right to charge the Guest's credit card. An itemized statement outlining all associated costs will be sent via regular and/or electronic mail to the Guest’s address on file. Upon payment for reservations and checking into the property, the Guest hereby agrees to pay for all such charges, as defined above and on the proceeding pages.
INSURANCE: The Guest and invitees are encouraged to review their own insurance policy to verify coverage for personal belongings brought and stored onsite to the vacation property. NORTH VIEW CABINS encourages the Guest and invitees to obtain vacation insurance to cover personal belongings.
UPON ARRIVAL: Look around the vacation property. If there are concerns or issues with the rental property, please immediately contact NORTH VIEW CABINS (leave a message or text if there is no answer). NORTH VIEW CABINS cannot offer considerations unless we are notified of issues.
FURNISHINGS: We will provide bed linens, towels, and kitchenware. Please do not take the property's linens or towels outside. There is a beach, please be prepared to bring your own beach towels. There is no daily cleaning of cabins during the stay. There is a laundromat less than a mile away if the need arises. Please do not use bleach on any linens or towels belonging to the cabin.
EMERGENCIES/ MAINTENANCE: If there are concerns or issues with the vacation rental property, please immediately contact NORTH VIEW CABINS (leave a message or text if there is no answer). We will make every effort to return your call as soon as possible.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIME: Check-in is at 4:00 pm and check-out is at 10:00 am. In the months of June, July, and August we will not grant an early check-in or late check-out. If you will be staying outside of these months, please contact us within 3 days of your arrival to make these arrangements. Unless you have specifically arranged for an early arrival time, please do not arrive at the property before your scheduled check-in time. Your prompt departure is appreciated so we can prepare the property for any incoming guests. If you have not arranged for a late check-out, you may be charged $35 for each hour beyond 11:00 am you are still on property, at a minimum of one hour.
NO SMOKING: Smoking is NOT permitted in any vacation property. Smoking is allowed outside (at least 50 ft. away from any building) if butts and ashes are not left behind. Discard the butts and ashes in the outside receptacles. Do not throw butts on the ground (including the fire ring) or bring them into the property. If there is any smell in the cabins after your departure, there will be a minimum $250 excessive cleaning charge.
PLUMBING: Only human waste and toilet paper are to be flushed. Do not put any feminine products, condoms, cigarette butts, tobacco products, paper towels, tissues, food, hair, diapers, grease or “flushable” wipes in the toilet. These items cause damage and clogging of the cabin sewer system. Plungers are provided if a clog occurs. Please do not pour grease or food waste down any drain (no disposal).
FIREPIT: Do not put anything except wood or wood products in the firepit. Do not leave the property or leave a fire unattended. Campfires must be completely extinguished before going to bed. Where applicable, the size of the fire should be small enough so that embers are not landing outside the ring. Woodcutting around the property is not permitted, so bring your own kindling or fire starter with you. If it is found that any wood is cut from a property, a minimum of $100 will be charged. The metal garbage can is available for hot ash or charcoal. Please do not leave the can against any structures, especially with hot items inside.
PETS: With a fee, NORTH VIEW CABINS can accommodate 2 dogs per cabin, under 50# each. No cats or other pets allowed. The Guest must immediately bag dog waste and dispose of it in the green bins, this is a health and safety requirement for the vacation property. Dog waste that is picked up on your behalf will be charged $50 per incident. To ensure a peaceful environment for all guests, please do not allow your dogs to make excessive noise. Dogs must be leashed while outside and never left at the vacation property unattended. Dog accidents and damage indoors are the Guest’s responsibility and additional cleaning fees may be charged for excessive dog messes.
VEHICLES AND TRAILERS ONSITE: Cabin 1 can accommodate 2 vehicles and a trailer. Cabin 2 can accommodate 1 vehicle and 1 small trailer, or 2 vehicles. Cabin 3 can accommodate 2 vehicles and a trailer. Parking is designated in the areas around the cabins on the grass. Guests that rent multiple cabins may arrange parking however they want if it doesn’t impede the enjoyment of other guests or block the view of oncoming traffic. Overnight street parking is prohibited so make sure your vehicles and trailers are within the boundaries of the vacation property.
LEFT ITEMS: Please check carefully for belongings before you leave. Left items can be mailed to you if requested and you will be charged shipping costs. NORTH VIEW CABINS is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
RIGHT OF ENTRY: The Guest agrees that NORTH VIEW CABINS reserves the right to enter the vacation rental property any time to investigate disturbances, check occupancy, check for damage, to make such repairs, alterations or improvements as we may deem appropriate.
SECURITY & SAFETY RISKS: When you rent NORTH VIEW CABINS vacation property, you assume responsibility for it and its contents, as well as your personal property. Indoor candles, oil lamps and incense are not permitted indoors. Children are welcome, but there are conditions in and around the vacation property that may pose hazardous to them, as well as to adults, such as the lake, wildlife, icy surfaces and firepits. Children must be always supervised. NORTH VIEW CABINS does not assume any responsibility for injuries resulting from your failure to use due caution. Always lock doors and windows when leaving. When you leave, please shut off all lights, turn off the air conditioners/turn down the heat to 55 degrees. Please take all the garbage from the cabin and put it in the green bins on the main road.
SHARED BEACH USE, WATER TOYS, AND DISCLAIMER: The use of the waterfront beach, dock, sea wall, water equipment, and mooring buoys is at the Guest and invitees’ own risk. No lifeguard is on duty. Use of kayaks, paddleboards, rafts, or floats is at the Guest and invitees’ own risk. ABSOLUTELY NO RUNNING ON, DIVING OFF, OR JUMPING OFF OF DOCKS IS PERMITTED! Do not take kayaks or paddleboards offsite. Return water equipment back to where it was found. Life jackets are provided to be used as required on these watersport tools, but Guests and invitees are encouraged to bring their own life jackets to ensure proper fit. NORTH VIEW CABINS is not responsible for the misuse of any item left on the property for the use of the Guest and invitees. Guests and their invitees are responsible for knowing all the applicable laws while on or near the water. Those laws may be viewed at www.Michigan.gov/DNR.
WATERFRONT RESERVATIONS AND USE: The seawall and lakefront lawn areas are reserved for Cabin 3 renters. There is one deck platform reserved for Cabin 1 and another platform reserved for Cabin 2. Guests’ outdoor gatherings must take place in the immediate vicinity of the Guest's own cabin or at the assigned deck platform. The area to the east of the arborvitae trees is a private beach / landing area that can be used by all 3 cabins. The dock may also be accessed by all three cabins. There is a map in the Guest Book at the vacation property for reference.
HOUGHTON LAKE ORV RULES: The Houghton Lake area is very ORV friendly. Guests and their invitees are expected to review all applicable laws for primary roads, trail, and route systems. These may also be viewed at www.Michigan.gov/DNR. There is a free app called Polaris Ride Command that clearly identifies trails and routes so that Guests do not end up on a trail or route they are not supposed to be on.
WINTER CONDITIONS: We will attempt to have the driveway and walkways clear of snow before your arrival. A shovel is provided should you need it during your stay. Please be cautious when there are icy conditions.
INDEMNIFICATION & HOLD HARMLESS: While NORTH VIEW CABINS strive to maintain Vacation Properties in the finest condition, no guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding suitability or for any particular purpose. All Guests and their invitees use the Vacation Property structures and premises at their own risk. NORTH VIEW CABINS and WEATHERNABB RECREATION CO shall not be held liable or otherwise responsible in any way for injury to any Guest and/or invitee that is caused or permitted to be caused by the intentional or unintentional acts of said Guest and/or invitee, or by the failure of structures, appliances, (including BBQ's) furnishings, and/or other equipment, whether by malfunction, misuse, acts of God/nature, and/or are otherwise naturally occurring. No guarantees are expressed nor implied as to the suitability of utilities and other services provided to the Vacation Properties and adjacent structures and premises. No guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding the suitability/compatibility of materials utilized in the construction of the Vacation Property and/or its contents. NORTH VIEW CABINS and WEATHERNABB RECREATION CO shall not be held liable nor otherwise responsible in any way for allergic reactions to Guest(s) or invitees, caused or permitted to be caused by materials utilized in the manufacture of the Vacation Property and/or its contents, nor from mold and/or airborne spores, nor from pet/animal allergens, nor from chemical agents including, but not limited to appliances, linens, carpeting, utensils, fixtures, hot tubs, and/or other equipment. By written or electronic endorsement of this Agreement, Guest(s) and invitees hereby agree to forever hold-harmless and indemnify NORTH VIEW CABINS and WEATHERNABB RECREATION CO from and against all claims, demands, loss, liability/responsibility of any kind and character, including cost of defense, arising out of or in any way connected with the Guest(s) use of the property. TO BE CLEAR, the GUEST is responsible for their own safety and that of others whether on or off the property, and Guests are responsible for the actions of their invitees.
SEVERABILITY: If any provision of this Agreement or the Application thereof shall, for any reason and to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, neither the remainder of this Agreement nor the application of the provision to other persons, entities or circumstances shall be affected thereby but instead shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law.