Please note there are no laundry facilities in Sauble Beach. Closest laundry is located in Wiarton or Southampton.

IN 2022, THE TOWN OF SOUTH BRUCE PENINSULA IMPLEMENTED A 4% TAX ON ALL SHORT TERM STAYS. SHORT TERM VACATION PROVIDERS HAVE TO INCLUDE ALL VACATION RENTAL POLICIES AS OUTLINED BY THE TOWN WHICH INCLUDES RESTRICTIONS ON THE NUMBER OF GUESTS AND VISITORS TO THE PROPERTY. INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT https://www.southbrucepeninsula.com/en/index.aspx PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING TOWN POLICY DIRECTLY TO THE TOWN. I COLLECT AND REMIT THE M.A.T AS WELL AS PAY MY LICENCE FEE TO THE TOWN. 50% THIS MONEY IS UTILIZED TO PROMOTE AND ENHANCE TOURISM IN OUR AREA…SO IT IS BENEFICIAL!

Please read the Rental Agreement and send a confirmation that you have read and agree to Mitchell Grant at mitchgrant@hotmail.com. Within seven days of agreement of your vacation, your deposit of $500 by certified cheque, e-transfer or direct deposit is required. Acknowledgment that you have read and agree with the rental policy and your deposit are required to reserve your vacation. 

Deposit  

At the time of acceptance by owner a $500.00 deposit per cottage is due. The outstanding balance is due 60 days prior to occupancy. If the booking is done within 60 days of occupancy, the entire amount is due.

Cleaning / Damage deposit

On the day that your vacation starts and keys are provided to the guest, a $500.00 (cash) refundable damage deposit is required. This will be completely refunded at the end of your vacation as long as the cottage is in the same condition as when rented. Costs for breakage, damage or major cleaning will be taken out of this deposit. Major Cleaning costs are $50.00 per hour.

River Retreat…If using the hot tub, an additional $1000.00 damage deposit on the hotub is required

We have a cleanliness guarantee policy.  When you are introduced to the cottage or within 2 hours of starting your vacation if there is a concern with cleaning please let us know and we will correct the situation either that night or the next morning.   

Number of persons per cottage

Each cottage has a maximum number of guests (adults/children).  The number of guests must not exceed the maximums as outlined in listing or the number of agreed guests at the time of your inquiry. 

The number of guests agreed to at the time of your inquiry must be adhered to throughout the rental period. No additional over night guests are permitted and will result in immediate eviction of all occupants. Only the guests registered on the rental agreement are permitted on the property.  If you have family or friends staying in the area and you are having a small number of people over to visit, you must inform us in advance.  Parties are not allowed.  Managing the number of guests weekly is important to us so that everyone enjoys their vacation and there is not a strain to the well(water) or septic system for future guests. Day guests, dinner parties etc. must be discussed with owners in advance if these are part of your vacation plans.

Pets

Pets are permitted in some cottages and must be discussed in advance.  We provide some cottages as pet friendly (small dogs) and others as pet free for allergy reasons.  There is an additional cleaning fee of $75.00 for pets.

Check-In at Unique Pieces located at 604 Main Street, Sauble Beach

Check-in begins at 4:00p.m. If you are arriving before 5:30 p.m. meet us at our store called Unique Pieces located at 604 Main street (across from the LCBO and beside Value Mart)  You will be required to provide the names of all vacationers, type of vehicles , the $500 cash refundable deposit (damage/cleaning) and provide your phone number that we can reach you at during your vacation. We will do your best to have your cottage ready as early as possible.  If arriving early to Sauble Beach you can check-in at the store, park for free, and enjoy the beach! We will contact you as soon as the cottage is ready. 

If you plan on arriving after 5:30 pm,  please make arrangements for us to meet you at the cottage. No arrivals past 8:30 pm

Smoke Detectors

The installed smoke detectors are tested weekly, prior to your arrival during the cleaning process. You must test them upon arrival and if you feel they are not operating properly, you must alert Mitch Grant immediately so all smoke detectors can be repaired and be operative throughout your vacation.

Garbage

Your excess garbage and all recycling need to be taken to the landfill site the day before your departure or on the Saturday of your departure weekend.  1 bag of garbage can be left.

Other

1. Check in time is 4:00 pm on first day of your vacation.  / Check out time is 10:00 am (July & Aug only) on final day of your vacation. you can arrive early and I will text you when ready.

2. Quiet time after 11:00 pm, to abide by all posted rules by landlord as well as Federal, Provincial, and Municipal laws and by-laws. Loud noise / music will result in police being called by owner or neighbours and possible immediate eviction.

3. Alcohol must be kept on cottage property (Provincial Law)

4. No trailers, air mattress or tents on site.  

5. You are responsible for damages done while you are occupying the cottage (e.g. broken furniture, torn window screens must be repaired, broken glass/dishes must be replaced.

6. Owners will not be responsible for items left at premises upon checking out.

7. Check to make sure all taps and toilets are not dripping or running. This causes the water pump to work constantly and fail, resulting in no water.

8. No sanitary napkins or disposable diapers flushed down the toilets. We are on a septic system and this will cause the system to plug.

9. No grease or food flushed down the sink.

10. Please conserve water. We are on a well and excessive use could cause a total water shortage. Please flush toilets conservatively, and practice water conservation when showering, brushing teeth and washing dishes.

11. Garbage day is Monday (1 bag per cottage)

12. Please keep unit neat and tidy. Clean daily (cleaning supplies are provided).

13. Campfires are to be done in the fire pit ONLY. An adult must supervise campfires at ALL times.

14. Please bring bottled water for drinking! We test the water regularly, but Sauble properties are on septic / holding tanks and wells , so water contamination may be possible.

15. All cottages are non-smoking.

16. NO FIREWORKS ARE PERMITTED ON PROPERTY.

17. No additional cars and only the cars registered are permitted on property.

18. Please note yard maintenance will be scheduled during your vacation

Before you check out the cottage will be inspected by Mitch or Leah (owners)

Please be sure to do the following;

a. Fridge / stove dishwasher and microwave must be cleaned, dishes washed and dried and placed in the cupboard.

b. All garbage disposed of and removed from property. (take with you)

c. Leave B.B.Q clean

d. All surfaces dusted, and wiped clean.

e. Floors swept, vacuumed and washed

f. Sinks, toilets and tub/showers wiped cleaned of sand and hair.

g. Any other cleaning as required.

 As well, please clean the yard, fire pit and etc.

If cancelling, you have 60 days prior to the check in date to notify landlord for full refund. Less then 60 days notice may result in loss of your deposit if we are un-able to rent for same period. Less the 10 days there will be no refund

    Please confirm that you have read and agree to this rental policy when making a reservation.