YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Renting your cottage through an agency still involves some obligation and responsibility on your part. Your septic system and water quality/supply must meet the standards set out by appropriate agencies, and all your kitchen appliances and any extra amenities must be in good working condition. We expect vacationers to leave the cottage in the same condition as it was found including cleanliness, so it is important that the cottage be in immaculate condition at the beginning of the rental period as this will set the standard. You may want to consider having your cottage cleaned by a professional cleaning company at the start of the rental season. You are also responsible for ensuring that your cottage property is appropriately insured while it is rented out. Recurring problems with nocturnal visitors such as bats or mice need to be dealt with prior to renting your cottage. Vacationers often have a different view of these ‘animals’ and their reaction to our interesting wildlife is not always one of appreciation.

We do require that your cottage be checked between each booking (by you or by a person designated by you to handle the changeover service) to ensure that it has been left in good condition for the next booking, and to be able to attribute any damage or cleaning costs to the appropriate party. There may be maintenance such as lawn cutting, required between bookings or there may be minor touch up cleaning, depending on the thoroughness of the party leaving.
(If you need help locating a changeover person, we have recommendations on file)