Classic Executive+Lovely Yard+Best Location

A favorite house+ location; we restored it for my husband’s parents; it’s where we hope to live out our last days as well. Comfortable furnishings+ beds, vintage charm+ grandfather clock so it’s not best for kids. There’s lots of light+ glass block+ beautiful front+ back furnished porches w/ vintage lion fountain too. Large master w/ King bed, smart TVs+ french doors+ en-suite bath w/ huge shower+ a vintage clawfoot tub in guest bathroom. Plenty of free onstreet parking+ fastest wifi+ cable too. The space This whole NON-SMOKING/NO POT AND NO GATHERINGS OR PARTIES house (please READ ALL HOUSE RULES BEFORE REQUESTING and see extra fees/charges if violated below under “other things to note”) Please note: the detached garage and driveway is not available and is used for our Airbnb supplies and repairs so housekeepers and maintenance guys may be accessing it from time to time. This will not interrupt your stay as garage is detached and outside the fenced private yard. It’s a unique space; equipped with everything you need for a comfortable long or short stay. Visiting Yosemite? It’s a perfect stop over; halfway between the Bay Area and the most amazing national park! This is a three bedroom, two full bath home; however if the third bedroom is not needed for sleeping, it can instead serve as a most wonderfully light sitting, reading or office space. It’s south/west facing and has lots of windows with a lovely neighborhood view. It’s large doors can be left open or easily closed for quiet and privacy. It has its own closet with darling little window as well. There’s a desk and daybed with very nice mattress (and now a trundle too with another mattress) for sleeping or just napping or reading in the wam winter sun. Did I mention it has the most wonderful windows and views.? The other two bedrooms have good quality mattresses as well. Most vintage houses have some quirkiness which I think makes them charming; this one is no exception; lots of small cute closets but no walk-in here. The kitchen has its original stainless sink with built in drain board but with a new pull-out faucet. There’s a dishwasher, trash compactor and to allow openness to dining room, a Jenn-air downdraft gas range. As you can probably tell from the photos there’s two small barstools where you can enjoy conversation and a glass of wine with the one who cooks. The dining room has beautiful built-ins and a wonderful table. Again, lovely views of a most beautiful neighborhood just outside the windows. The living room is roomy but cozy with our favorite comfy sectional, old antiques, inoperable fireplace with tiny lights and a huge TV. We have acquired tons of old classical books which line the shelves there also; they are all listed for sale on Amazon but rarely sell so feel free to gently enjoy them knowing I may need to bug you should I have to ship one. When we bought the house many years ago it had huge storefront single pane windows on each side of front door. And though I loved the light it sort of felt like an aquarium. I figured replacing them with glassblock would help with energy efficiency while still allowing the light but with added privacy. And we wouldn’t have a major patch job either. The sunny front porch is huge with vintage chairs and potted plants and the perfect start to a delightful and safe walk around our lovely tree-lined neighborhood. BY BOOKING AND PAYING FOR A RESERVATION IN ANY OF MY HOMES, you are confirming you have read and are agreeing with EVERYTHING I have disclosed below. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE AND INTEND TO HONOR IT ALL please do not book. Guest access Whole house and yards Other things to note Are you short on time or a “JUST GIVE ME THE GIST, I DONT NEED ALL THE DETAILS” type person? (I am!) Then the “ALL CAPS” below are for you! However if you want or need more details then feel free to read the rest:) Because of the old wood (and creaky) floors and new area rugs, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE YOUR SHOES WHEN INSIDE. This place is best fit for 5-6 people; additional guests or an animal may be allowed on property for the extra fee below. EXTRA PERSONS, KIDS AND ANIMALS including most breeds of adult dogs (NO CATS or PUPS under 2yrs old please); $50/night, $200/week or $500/month PER ANIMAL cleaning fee or EXTRA PERSON fee BUT please MESSAGE ME FIRST with age of child/breed of dog BEFORE booking. IF ITS CHEAPER TO PAY THE WEEKLY OR MONTHLY AMOUNT, just remind me and I will refund the difference through Airbnb’s Resolution Center or manually change the amount due BEFORE YOU REQUEST RESERVATION. MOST BREED DOGS OVER TWO YEARS OLD (NO CATS PLEASE) are welcome to stay INSIDE for the ADDITIONAL ANIMAL CLEANING FEE above. YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED in the listing photos that our BEDDING and TOWELS are WHITE; I’m a bleach freak and love to offer nice quality, extra clean bedding and towels. So if you allow your kids to eat+drink or your dogs up on the furniture or beds, I suggest you either bring your own sheets or blanket to cover and protect ours or just ask and I’d be happy to lend you some older imperfect ones. Most stains come out when laundered, however dirt from muddy paws, greasy foods and make-up usually doesn’t for some reason and the cost to replace them will be passed on to the guest. AND PLEASE DO NOT BATH YOUR DOG IN OUR TUB OR SHOWER; their hair is tough on our old plumbing. There’s a pet store in town where you can do that for free. And DOG MAY NOT BE LEFT INSIDE OR OUTSIDE UNATTENDED. If you must leave them FOR A SHORT TIME, please bring a crate or ask as I am happy to provide one. Lastly, your pup can have full access to the large redwood deck but PLEASE KEEP THEM OFF THE GRASS AND OUT OF THE PLANTERS. THERE IS A DESIGNATED PEE/ POTTY AREA WITH GRAVEL at the bottom of the deck ramp and there are puppy pens /fencing to make that easy. If your dog needs grass, feel free to take them for a walk in our lovely tree-lined and very petfriendly neighborhood; there's a huge public lawn at library a few blocks toward downtown on Cahill St. Nice lawns are important to my husband (who doesn't think I should even allow dogs) and he goes to great lengths to try and keep them that way. Most guests, especially those who bring kids, appreciate nice clean yards as well. Owner’s know urine kills grass and it can take months to recover so they may need your help to eliminate in another spot. SERVICE ANIMALS: As per Airbnb‘s terms of service we are happy to welcome your animal. -Is the assistance animal required because of a disability? What work or task has the animal been trained to preform? We have strict guidelines for those who would like to bring an animal: -They are NOT ALLOWED TO BE LEFT UNATTENDED at any time; not even in a crate. You must take the animal with you anytime you leave the house. -The guest remains liable for any and all damages caused by their service animal. -You and your service animal will be asked to leave if we discover misrepresentation of a pet as a service animal. We will report fraudulent claims of service animals to government authorities and evict guest(s) without issuing refund. IF ANY EXTRA PERSON(s) NOT ON RESERVATION SHOWS UP OR WITH A PET WITHOUT FIRST CLEARING IT WITH ME, YOUR RESERVATION WILL BE CANCELED AND NO REFUND GIVEN. Sorry to be so strict, but there have been way too many dishonest people, parties/gatherings too large for our old plumbing to properly handle. And PETS are NOT allowed on property without prior permission. PLEASE FORGIVE ME IN ADVANCE FOR ALL THE QUESTIONS I MAY ASK; we put a lot of time and money into our places and first want to make sure it’s a good fit for all involved. My hubby thinks I’m crazy for allowing them but I believe there are responsible furbaby parents out there that love to travel with their pets, appreciate a very nice place and are willing to jump through some hoops and pay for that option. IF THAT’S NOT YOU, please look for another home. ***ADDITIONAL “HOUSE RULES” and FEES if BROKEN: (sorry, I know these seem strict and unnecessary but Airbnb says I need to post them here with fees if violated so there’s full-disclosure then those who disregard them can be charged) -NO SMOKING or pot inside $350 -NO PARTIES or unauthorized events $500 -NO UNREGISTERED/UNDECLARED EXTRA GUESTS not included in total OR ANIMALS on property; $50 each per day plus reservation will be canceled and no refund given. -IF YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO BRING AN ANIMAL please do not leave it unattended. -MAKE A MESS PLEASE CLEAN IT UP. Excessive and unexpected ADDITIONAL CLEANING FEE /ODOR REMOVAL of $250 will be passed on (we can’t get a professional cleaner or odor removal service with invoices same-day so instead I pay my housekeepers overtime in order to get it clean and ready for the next guest then we don’t have to cancel their reservation) -LATE UNAUTHORIZED CHECK-IN OR CHECK-OUT $150 NO THIRD PARTY BOOKINGS currently… however I am working on a hard copy House Manual for each coffee table so all guests will have access to important information. Right now the person who books must stay AND arrive first since they have all reservation, check in details and house rules at their disposal. There may be some exceptions allowed so don’t hesitate to ask before booking. BROKEN HOUSE RULES WILL CAUSE RESERVATION TO BE CANCELED WITHOUT REFUND. You will then be asked to leave or charged with trespassing. In addition, if house is unable to be rerented because of smoke, smell or damage OR because additional cleaning is needed because of broken house rule(s) you will also be required to pay for the lost revenue. NO OUTSIDE SHOES INSIDE; please remove at door. ONLY TOILET PAPER IN TOILET USE WHITE TOWELS on clean hands, bodies and dishes ONLY; old work towels with a BLACK X in corner are left in laundry area for messes. There are also black “makeup” wash clothes available. NO VIDEO OR PHOTOGRAPHY on property without permission WE HAVE THE RIGHT to immediately enter house to remedy an issue you say is not right. JUST ASK:) If our check-out and/or check-in times are inconvenient, don’t hesitate to request a bit earlier check-in or a little later check-out. Many times we have 5-6 Airbnb’s with same day changeovers and that’s daunting for my housekeepers. If they have a normal day then we’d be happy to try to accommodate you a bit (1 HOUR MAX ON EACH END PLEASE) Otherwise, thank you in advance for understanding and honoring our posted check-in and check-out times. HOWEVER, if still available, you can always book the night before or after and then arrive or depart whenever you’d like. Or with some notice, WE CAN POSSIBLY HAVE IT READY BY NOON for half the nightly rate. But we simply can’t clean most places inside and out properly for you or the next guest if we don’t stick by the posted check-in and check-out times. Also, it doesn’t help to request either way in advance as there are always last-minute bookings. SUNDAY SPECIAL if you’re booked for a Saturday night AND SUNDAY NIGHT IS STILL OPEN, you may be able to take advantage of the “SLEEP-IN-STAY-LATE SUNDAY SPECIAL”; just let me know before checkout time and I’ll eventually request $50(0-1 bed), $75(2-2.5 bed) or $100(3-4 bed) through Airbnb’s Resolution Center so you can use your preferred payment method; YOU CAN THEN STAY AS LATE AS 3PM; otherwise HOUSEKEEPERS WILL BE THERE AT 10AM. There’s a 1 DAY MINIMUM BUT A 30 DAY MAXIMUM currently in the booking setup. You can reserve multiple months but my preference is to book each separately and pay an additional cleaning for each month which we will then do at your convenience. This works best for us maintaining the home, watering plants and most guests appreciate the monthly cleaning and bed change. BUT feel free to appeal if you don’t; I’m always open to reconsidering and can change the booking setting for you. ACTUAL ADDRESS WILL BE SENT 30 MINUTES BEFORE CHECK IN. Our homes do not show up accurately on Airbnb‘s location map so PLEASE MESSAGE ME AGAIN THEN AND EXACT ADDRESS WILL BE SENT along with directions, helpful tips on where to park and the keyless entry code if I can’t meet you there. (You can use “Downtown Turlock” in GPS before then, but if this causes anxiety, please don’t book; it’s how we do any last-minute additional deep-cleaning, watering and make sure yards and outside living spaces are ready without having to disturb you later. Plus, once I know your ETA I can stay by my phone just in case you get lost or can’t get inside using the keyless entry. SO PLEASE MESSAGE OR TEXT ME when you’re 30 min away from DOWNTOWN TURLOCK. AND THANK YOU in advance FOR NOT SHOWING UP EARLY; it sort of freaks out the housekeepers. BUGS AND SPIDERS: I am personally more concerned about the toxic chemicals used when spraying to kill and prevent such things so please keep that in mind BEFORE booking; especially when kids and pets stay. However, we proactively clean and vacuum any webs and use bait whenever possible but just a heads-up, you STILL may occasionally see these critters; especially super small black sugar ants; they seem to be everywhere in our beautiful valley. FREIGHT TRAINS: if you’re not familiar with Downtown Turlock (as well as most Central Valley towns) there are trains that run through day and night. Those that live here don’t even notice their warning whistles however others, especially out of town guests might. Some think it’s wonderfully nostalgic yet others may be startled by the unfamiliar noise. MINUT HAS BEEN INSTALLED on ceiling in each of our homes; it offers protection against break-ins but it doesn’t invade privacy. It also monitors, noise, humidity/mold risk, temperature and automatically sends notifications when any are excessive. Please do not tamper with the unit or an alarm will sound and notification sent. ATTIC/WHOLE HOUSE FAN is installed in this house but it can only be turned in remotely. If you’d ever like fresh air just text me and I will make sure you have windows farthest away from fan open and then turn it on without having to disturb you. You’ll just need to remind me to turn it back off before you close the windows! SECURITY CAMERAS with recording devices are installed outside in parking and entrance areas ONLY at all our properties. If they are disabled you will be asked to leave immediately and without refund. Crime is not a problem in our neighborhood unless you accidentally leave your vehicle unlocked with tools or valuables inside. Hopefully these cameras will continue to be a good deterrent to any dishonest or illegal activity. Speaking of which, no ILLEGAL ACTIVITY will be tolerated; COPS WILL BE CALLED AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND WITHOUT REFUND. MOST KITCHENS have beyond the basics and are stocked for cooking. However, we also offer other items to those who request them first free of charge. (If you see any of the following items in a listing photo, please know that they may be kept at that house but can be requested then moved to another one.) There’s: -bbqs: 1 small electric grill, several stainless gas (propane) grills -electric crock pot -large and small rice cooker, -4 coffee making options: American drip, French press, pour over, Italian stove top, and Keurig. -citrus juicer, bullet blender, waffle maker, pizza baking stone, George Foreman grill -some baby items including high chairs, gate, toddler bath and riding toys -large serving bowls and platters, ALL FREE IF CHARGE to use but this list can change anytime so if your heart is set on any of the above please inquire and reserve. PRICES are set by another company and they change often. I DO NOT SET NIGHLY RATES.