House Rules

House Rules

• No Smoking
  No smoking or vaping indoors. You may smoke outside — please dispose of butts responsibly.
• Pets Welcome — With Accountability
  I’m happy to host pets. Please be responsible for any messes or damage. I know accidents can happen — I’m a lot more understanding when I’m told early than when I find out after the fact. If something breaks or gets stained, just shoot me a message.
• Checkout Is at 10:00 AM
  Unless we’ve agreed on something else, plan to be out by 10 a.m. If you need a little extra time, the best time to ask is before 9:00 a.m. on the day of checkout.
• Quiet Hours
  Try to keep things quiet between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. out of respect for neighbors and other guests in the area.
• Please Don’t Rearrange Furniture
  Feel free to get comfortable, but avoid moving large furniture around — it can scratch floors or damage walls.
• Keep Doors Locked When You’re Gone
  Just a general safety thing — for you and the property. (The keypad door locks automatically.)
• Don’t Use Towels for Makeup or Cleaning
  Makeup wipes or paper towel are better options if needed.
• No Parties or Unauthorized Guests
  If you’d like to have a visitor over, just run it by me first. Unregistered guests or big parties aren’t allowed.

Local Rules (Munising Township – Good Citizen Policy)

Our community values a quiet, respectful environment for both permanent and seasonal residents. These rules are enforced under township ordinance and state law. Violations can result in fines, citations, or removal from the rental property.

Noise

• Quiet hours are 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM.
• This is backed by township ordinance — you can be cited and fined for violations.

Parking

• Park only in the driveway or garage. My properties have plenty of on-site parking.
• No street parking. You could be ticketed.

Dogs

• Dogs must be leashed in unenclosed areas.
• Prevent excessive barking to avoid neighbor complaints.
• Failure to comply may result in citation, fines, or expulsion from the property for both the renter and their guests.

Boating

• Follow posted no-wake hours and general boating etiquette.
• Maintain safe distances from docks, swimmers, and other boats.

Campfires

• Recreational fires in a designated fire pit are permitted. Avoid fires during no-burn orders or adverse conditions.
• If you choose to have a fire during adverse conditions, you are 100% responsible for controlling it and any damage it causes. Use common sense and never leave a fire unattended.

Trail Access

• At this house, trail access is via public roads — do not cut through private property.
• A reference map is posted in the house.

Property Lines

• Stay within the clearly defined yard areas for the rental.
• A property map is posted in the house for clarity.

Fireworks (State of Michigan law)

• New Year’s Eve: 11:00 AM Dec 31 – 1:00 AM Jan 1
• Memorial Day Weekend: Sat & Sun before, 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
• June 29 – July 4: 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM daily
• July 5 (if Fri or Sat): 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM
• Labor Day Weekend: Sat & Sun before, 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Violating these times can result in tickets or citations. Noise rules still apply.

Other

• Be safe and respectful to your neighbors at all times.

Official PDF: Download the Munising Township “Good Citizen Policy”