Snail Court - Waterfront, Quiet

Snail Court is a tranquil retreat where you can unwind at a leisurely pace, listening to the gentle waves lapping at the shore and the birds singing in the trees. This space is designed for families to set aside their busy lives and embrace simplicity. Please review the simple and explicit cleaning requirements listed further down the page, which must be agreed upon. We are licensed by the municipality - #2024-127 - five people max with no more than four 12+ years of age. The space Snail Court is a clean, one-story bungalow featuring an all-pine interior. Most rooms are equipped with ceiling fans, and due to its surroundings of rocks and trees, the cottage generally maintains a comfortable temperature indoors. Each room has new windows that can be opened. Upon entering, you'll find a small foyer for storing outerwear, leading to the kitchen, which includes a microwave, a 30" oven/stove top, and a full-sized refrigerator with a small freezer on top. The cupboards are stocked with kitchenware, including a crock pot, coffee maker, toaster, George Foreman grill, casserole dishes, salad spinner, cutting boards, dishes, glassware, and cutlery. Extra containers are also available for storing leftover food for your hikes on the Bruce Trail. Paper towels, standard condiments, and plastic wrap are provided, along with tea towels and dish soap. The water is tested monthly and deemed safe to drink; however, we recommend bringing your own drinking water. A BBQ is available outside, with tin foil provided. Please remember to clean the BBQ after each use to avoid attracting bears. From the kitchen, you can see the open-concept dining and living area. A large pine table is available for everyone to gather around, whether for board games, meals, or engaging conversations. We offer Wi-Fi and an Amazon Fire Stick on the TV, allowing you to sign in to your accounts. The full bathroom features a tub with a shower, along with a toilet and sink in a vanity. Shampoo, liquid soap, and toilet paper are provided, but please bring your own bath towels; kitchen towels are available. There is hot water and good pressure in the shower. Bedroom #1 features a closet and built-in drawers, along with a stylish Ikea white iron queen-sized bed that comes fully made with linens for your convenience. The mattress is a high-quality foam option. Please note, this room accommodates a maximum of two people due to new municipal regulations. Bedroom #2 is equipped with a closet and built-in drawers as well, offering both a single bed and a double bed. The mattresses here are also quality foam from Foamite and Ikea, and they are ready for you to enjoy a restful night's sleep. Our favourite spot is the front sunroom, which is perfect for relaxing with a book or simply enjoying the beautiful water views through the expansive windows that span two walls. From the sunroom, you can step out onto the front patio, where outdoor furniture is provided. You will find folding chairs that can be adjusted for lounging or sitting around the fire pit. The Muskoka chairs are particularly cozy for enjoying the water scenery, and there are stacking plastic chairs available for fire gatherings. We provide firewood for your first night, and there are plenty of local options to buy more if needed. If you prefer a quieter indoor setting for conversation, there is an enclosed gazebo furnished with basic seating. The property is typically set back from the water, but this distance can change each year. Currently, it's about 100 steps to reach the water's edge. The water is shallow enough for young children to play safely under supervision, yet deep enough for adults to enjoy swimming. It's clear, and we provide water shoes since the bottom varies from flat rocks to boulders. You might often spot baby geese or paddlers in the area. While we do not have kayaks or canoes available, you are welcome to bring your own non-motorized water toys. It takes roughly ten minutes to paddle straight across the bay, or you can spend hours exploring the bay itself. More experienced paddlers can venture north or south along the Lake Huron shoreline, but be aware that the waters can be unpredictable! The cottage is nestled along a picturesque road. This well-wooded property ensures privacy from nearby neighbours and the road. Kids might enjoy playing Robin Hood among the trees. The property is regularly groomed and well-maintained. Local driving times - 10 minutes to Tobermory, 10 minutes to ChiCheemaun Ferry for Manitoulin Island, 10 minutes to Little Cove, 15 minutes to Singing Sands, 25 minutes to Bruce Peninsula National Park parking lot, 30 minutes to Halfway Log Dump parking lot, 40 minutes to Lion's Head, 40 minutes to Devil's Monument, and 60 minutes to Wiarton. Additionally, it is a pleasant short drive to Singing Sands beach and walkway, the Bruce Trail, Dunks Bay sand beach, Bruce Peninsula National Park, and Flowerpot Island (accessible by boat). There are plenty of outdoor hiking and exploration opportunities to enjoy. Wildlife thrives in this peaceful environment, and you are likely to spot a variety of birds, snakes, squirrels, and chipmunks. While you can share some peanuts with them at the fire pit, please remember to clean up any food scraps both inside and outside, as bears have been known to wander nearby! And keep doors closed - wildlife is not welcome in the cottage! If you are seeking relaxation in a clean and tranquil atmosphere, this could be the perfect spot for you. Being in a rural area means that if the power goes out, you will only have access to water from the lake. There is a phone available for local calls and incoming calls, and cell service is generally reliable. Public phones can be found in Tobermory. You will have the entire property to yourselves. We are always reachable by phone and available to help with any unexpected issues. If your family is in search of a peaceful and safe getaway, our cottage is a great option. Just a reminder that guests are expected to clean up before leaving (make sure to check the house rules), but you will not need to worry about bedding! We do ask for a written agreement before renting to ensure everyone has a pleasant experience. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. So, if you believe Snail Court is where you want to be, send in the completed form! Guest access You have the entire property to yourself! Parking is available for two vehicles. There are well-loved bicycles available for guest use. We will provide you with a personalized door code. Other things to note Roadside garbage pickup is Monday morning; otherwise you need to remove all garbage and deliver to the landfill site. To expedite the booking process, submit this form in your request, as it will be the first thing we ask you do to! Be sure you are in agreement with the cleaning requirements listed at the end. Snail Court Cottage, Tobermory, Ontario Booking Application Form 2025 Check in date: _________________ Estimated arrival time: _________________ Check out date: _________________ Estimated departure time: _________________ Applicant’s Name: __________________________________________ Applicant’s Age: __________________________________________ Applicant’s Physical Home Address: __________________________________________ __________________________________________ Applicant’s Email Address: __________________________________________ Applicant’s Phone #: __________________________________________ Applicant’s Occupation: __________________________________________ List all other people who will be on the property (maximum occupancy four) Guest #2: First name: ___________________________________________ Last name: ___________________________________________ Age: ___________________________________________ Address if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Phone # if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Guest #3: First name: ___________________________________________ Last name: ___________________________________________ Age: ___________________________________________ Address if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Phone # if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Guest #4: First name: ___________________________________________ Last name: ___________________________________________ Age: ___________________________________________ Address if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Phone # if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Guest #5: First name: ___________________________________________ Last name: ___________________________________________ Age: ___________________________________________ Address if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ Phone # if different than applicant: ___________________________________________ On-site vehicle info: Colour: ___________________________________________ Make: ___________________________________________ Model: ___________________________________________ Licence plate: ___________________________________________ I represent, acknowledge and agree with the property owner that we will use the cottage and its property in accordance with the terms and conditions of the booking agreement and household rules, and that we do so at our own risk. We indemnify and save the property owner harmless from any personal injury, sickness or health, loss or damage, however caused, to person or property of the renter and guests during the time of occupancy. I agree to pay for any repairs or replacement of any equipment, other than for normal wear and tear. Failure to leave the cottage/property as I find it will result in damage and/or cleaning charges. Cleaning charges are $75 minimum. No subletting allowed. No camping on site allowed. Immediate eviction without refund will occur if there are extra people, smoking or pets on site. No vaping. If booking outside Airbnb, security deposit will be refunded within one week after checkout, pending inspection. I realize that my application will be screened prior to acceptance, and that the owner will notify me of acceptance. Signature _________________________________________ Date _______________________ 2025 CLEANING CHECKLIST FOR ALL 2025 RENTERS OF SNAIL COURT COTTAGE Thank you for your thoughtfulness and consideration in leaving the cottage property thoroughly clean and tidy, as it was for your arrival. A checklist, environmentally-friendly scent-free cleaners, plus equipment/supplies, are provided to make your task as easy as possible. The checklist is available for your use. If the property requires additional cleaning following your departure, appropriate deductions will be made from your security deposit. The minimum charge if cleaning is needed is $75. This is your personal check list which you may write on. GENERAL Vacuum all floors (vacuum in bathroom closet) Mop all floors (mop and pail in bathroom closet, 1 TBSP Basic H2 under bathroom sink) Give door mats a shake outside. Clean finger prints & water marks off all windows (including door windows) & mirrors. Use Shaklee Basic H2 Window Cleaner with blue cloth found under bathroom sink. Empty all garbage cans including the bags (under kitchen sink, bathroom, each bedroom and bunkie). Wipe down the garbage cans if there are spills. New bags are under the kitchen sink. You must remove all garbage from the property. Nearby dump and bin locations are listed in the cottage manual on the living room table. Remove all recyclables from the property (blue recycle bags are under the kitchen sink). Turn off all lights. KITCHEN Wipe stove top and front. If there are spills on the burners, there are new disposable burner guards in the drawers by the stove. Leave inside oven for us to clean, unless it is a major spillover. Wipe fridge & fridge freezer inside and outside. Clean inside microwave. Empty & clean coffee maker. Wash & dry dishes and place in appropriate cupboards. Wipe kitchen counter. Clean sink with Shaklee Scour-off and wet sponge (under kitchen sink). Check that cupboards are orderly. Content list for each cupboard. Leave kitchen towels and dish cloths for owners to change. Close clean window. BATHROOM Clean tub and tub walls with Shaklee Scour-Off found under the sink (use wet sponge). Clean toilet with Shaklee Basic H2 spray and sponge. Wipe counter and sink with Shaklee Basic H2 spray and sponge. Remove your towels and personal items from bathroom. Leave clean window open one inch. Leave bath mat for owner to change. BEDROOMS Remove personal items from drawers and closets. Leave used beds unmade for owners to change. Leave clean windows open one inch (or close completely). LIVING ROOM/DINING AREA Wipe dining table and chairs. Wipe TV screen, top and table. Straighten book/game shelves. Ensure all games still have their pieces. Put toys back in bins. Leave clean windows open one inch (or close completely). Close door into sunroom. SUNROOM Close all clean windows. Close and lock front door. FOYER Close all clean windows and door. GAZEBO Ensure it is neat and tidy – small broom and dust pan in gazebo. Windows may be left slightly open. Water-side door should be locked and window closed.