Arctic Dream(a legal and licensed nightly rental in Okanogan Cty) is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, rambler style vacation condo located on the south edge of Winthrop. It can provide lodging accommodations for up to 8 guests. You can ski and bike just minutes from the door. The ski trail access is just .7 miles away. There are great little hills for sledding during the winterEnjoy the mule deer roaming and foraging outside the windows. 2 bedrooms are on the main floor, each with a Queen bed. The 3rd bedroom is upstairs and has 2 Twin beds with 2 Twin trundle beds. Guests will receive directions/lockbox code 3 days prior to arrival. You'll receive directions and lockbox code closer to the date. Arctic Dream sits in a quiet neighborhood and is a 5 minute drive to town, main Ski Trailhead, the outdoor ice rink, grocery store and other local conveniences. Parking available in driveway. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT YEAR ROUND TRAVEL INFORMATION--READ BEFORE BOOKING A RESERVATION: 1)It is the responsibility of the guest to have travel plans in place to travel either over the North Cascades via Highway 20 OR to travel over Steven's Pass through Leavenworth OR to travel I-90 over Snoqualmie to Blewett Pass through Wenatchee and then up the Columbia river to the Methow Valley. If one route is closed, it is the YOUR responsibility to make alternate plans for travel. NO REFUNDS will be given at any time of the year simply because an alternate route must be taken and add additional travel time. Highway 20 is closed in the winter and mountain passes can be closed anytime of the year because of wildfires, rockslides or other occurrences. Directions over all the routes will be sent to. you 3 days before your arrival. Make sure to check pass reports(and they can change while you are en route) and print out the directions before you leave. 2)Trail Access/Closure Information: If you are coming to hike, bike, or ski on a trail or system of trails which happen to be closed before or during your stay, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. Trail closures can occur anytime because of fire, rockslides, mud flows...and we have no control over this. There are many hiking, biking trails of various kinds in the Methow Valley. If access to the North Cascades National Park is closed via Hwy 20 for any reason, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. There are a number of beautiful hikes in and around our valley that we would be happy to recommend. CHECKING IN/CHECKING OUT Check-in time upon arrival is no earlier than 3 p.m . Check-out time upon departure is no later than 11 a.m. Early check-in or late check-out is allowed only with pre approval and cannot be guaranteed. A late check-out without permission will result in a penalty of $50 per hour. Cleaners have a busy schedule and have to travel all over the Methow Valley. Please be respectful and check out on time. INTERNET POLICY **We strive to provide the best internet service we can get here in the very rural Methow Valley. Internet speeds vary throughout the valley and outages or tech issues can occur that we have no control over, and for these reasons NO REFUNDS are given if the internet is problematic. We also do not guarantee that the internet will meet your work/school needs. Should you have an issue with internet service, please send us a message through Airbnb describing the problem. We will then contact you to troubleshoot. If the issue is not resolved, we will then contact the internet provider, and/or homeowner. Please note... our valley is very rural and getting service personnel to fix things in a timely manner can be a challenge. We rent lodging, not office space. Public internet is available at the Winthrop library with enhanced internet speed (parking lot or inside the library). Alternatively, for a fee you can go to the Dropzone in downtown Winthrop. Thank you for your understanding! IMPORTANT WINTER INFORMATION POLICY : **Should you travel to the Methow during the winter months it is important to understand that you must be prepared for winter driving(keep chains, shovel...in the car) and all the inconveniences it causes you and the community you are visiting. The weather can be extreme with large snowfalls, unexpected technical issues, frozen pipes, impassable roads/driveways). If it snows while here you will have to wait for plow service just like every other person in the valley. There are a limited number of plow companies and Methow Reservations nor the owners of the house are in control of the plow company schedules. They have many different contracts and many miles of roads, driveways...to plow. If a plow person or a snow shoveler shows up to clear any area around the house, please do not argue with them or turn them away. Move your vehicles if asked. Your cooperation and patience are required especially after any significant snow accumulation. Should you get stuck you can call Classic Towing in Twisp, WA **WEATHER CONDITIONS** We cannot be responsible for winter weather conditions. If you will be arriving during the winter, please be sure you have proper equipment for driving in the snow, and carry tire chains for driving over the passes. Our local roads are always kept open and in good condition for winter travel. There are no refunds for road closures; however, if both Stevens and Snoqualmie mountain passes are closed for more than eight hours and the closures prohibit you from reaching the property, you may reschedule your stay for an arrival within three months of the pass closures. Please note that the North Cascades Pass is always closed during winter. We recommend you check weather conditions before driving through the passes during the winter at the DOT's website **Propane Fireplace--The propane stove is a supplemental heating source not the main one. If there should be tech issues or the propane fireplace during your stay, please send a message through Airbnb. Methow Reservations and the owner will try to troubleshoot and remedy the problem. If the problem requires a part or there is an issue with the propane company that may take longer that your stay, NO REFUNDS will be given. The guest will use the main electric heating source at any times that the propane stove may be out of operation. QUIET TIME & NEIGHBORLY CONSIDERATIONS Please note that you will be staying in a rural area where peace, quiet, and dark skies are highly appreciated. Quiet time between 9pm and 8am must be observed, and all outdoor lights should be kept off when not required. Please be considerate of your neighbors. PERSONAL ITEMS We recommend bringing your preferred bath soap, shampoo, and other personal items as we cannot guarantee these supplies will be the kind you prefer or available in the rental. Toilet tissue, towels, and linens are always provided. KITCHEN SUPPLIES Typically, full kitchens come well supplied with pots, pans, dishes, utensils, etc. You will need to bring, or locally purchase your food and spices. We also recommend bringing any novel or gourmet cooking implements that you require. Accommodations with 'kitchenettes' typically have microwaves, mini fridge and a coffee maker. They are not designed for full food preparation. HOUSEKEEPING Housekeeping is provided prior to, and after your rental period. No housekeeping is provided during your stay. You are responsible for any daily housekeeping that you desire for your comfort, or that is required to protect the property from damage (such as cleanup of a spill). Basic cleaning supplies are provided, if needed. NO SMOKING Absolutely no smoking is permitted indoors. Additionally, because of fire, do not dispose of cigarette butts outdoors. In the case of violation of the indoor smoking policy, a complete housekeeping regimen will be done and the additional cleaning fee will be applied. NO FIRES/CAMPFIRES OR FIREWORKS Absolutely. NO fires or fireworks. The land is dry and the trees can be very flammable. If a fire starts, everyone loses. NO campfires are allowed on the premises. Campfires are grounds for immediate eviction. And, simply for your information, if a wildfire is started as a result of your actions, your home insurance policy is at risk from all entities that had costs relating to it, and you are personally responsible after that. NO CANDLES OR INCENSE No burning of candles or incense is permitted on the premises due to danger of fire. TENTS AND MOTOR HOMES Tents, Campers, and Motor Homes are not permitted on the property without prior, written permission. EXCESSIVE CLEANING Housekeeping is provided at the end of the rental period. However, except for normal use and maintenance, you must leave the premises in good condition. Excessive cleaning charges will be billed at the rate of $50 per hour if required. DAMAGES You are responsible for any and all damage your party may cause during your stay. You agree that you are responsible to pay the full cost of replacement or repair of damaged items. We appreciate being informed of any accidents or breakage that occur during your stay. LOST KEYS There is a $25 replacement fee for any keys that are not returned upon departure for any reason. LOST OR STOLEN ITEMS We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. If you leave any items behind, please let us know immediately and we will do our best to return the items to you, at your expense. COMPLAINTS If you have any complaints or find your accommodations unsatisfactory, you must notify Methow Reservations within 24 hours of the occurrence giving rise to the claim or the end of your rental period, whichever is earlier. We will use our best efforts to have any problems resolved that arise during your stay. Please note WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE for interruptions in utilities(electric, internet service, propane company) due to weather or maintenance by local utilities companies. EVICTION You are subject to immediate eviction and removal from the rental property if: 1) smoking occurs inside the vacation rental, or improper outdoor fires, or fireworks occur on, or around the property; 2) pets are on the property without prior written approval; 3) the number of occupants exceeds the number of contracted guests; 4) there are complaints of excessive noise, loud music, foul language or other disturbances of the peace; or 5) there is unauthorized use of tents, campers or motor homes on the premises. In the event eviction is necessary, the entire rental amount will be forfeited. AGENT ONLY: METHOW RESERVATIONS, LLC, 9dba Methow Reservations) is the reserving Agent only for the vacation rental. All vacation rentals are privately owned businesses that utilize Methow Reservations for your convenience in making your reservation. As Methow Reservations is the reserving agent only, and not the owner or manager of the property, Renter agrees to hold harmless Methow Reservations, its agents, and employeesfrom all costs, liabilities, claims for damages, and/or suits arising for any reason related to Renter's stay at the property.