The Photographer's Hut is the twin to the Writers Retreat. Fitted with two porches, space for four guests, and decorated with photography memorabilia and antique cameras. A beautiful spot ideal for daydreaming and looking out onto the serenity of the pond. You'll find this intimate home has everything you need to relax, write the next Great American Novel, connect with a lover, or just plain chill. The space Enjoy your morning coffee and stunning sunsets on the back deck with views of Tully Mountain. The master bedroom has a custom built queen size bed and Cable TV included. The common area is a open Living Room and Kitchen with modern appliances. All dishes, cups, pots and pans utensils are provided as well as staple items like salt, pepper, oil, sugar, coffee etc. The living room features a custom daybed and and armchair, with large open window looking onto Tully Pond. In the bathroom, there’s all the conveniences of home including a walk-in shower and Godzilla shower curtain. Guest access You have access to the whole house and the lake as well as boats and kayaks. Tully Pond is a nature pond and is relatively shallow and weedy. The water is very clean, but for swimming enthusiasts we recommend visiting nearby Tully Lake. Other things to note Cleaning Fees Please understand that I believe in paying a living wage and fairly compensating my team. The team works hard to provide our guests with a clean and covid safe space to stay in. It should also be noted that it is a nature area and we do not use poisons or chemicals for insect or animal control. You may find "cob webs" and things of that nature, even though the team has recently cleaned the cottage. Early/Late Check In/Out are available depending on our cleaning schedule. There is a $25 additional fee if possible. Mattresses: We use firm mattresses in all of our listings. Steps/Stairs/Thresholds/Rugs This home has steps, stairs, thresholds and rugs. Please familiarize yourself with all of them and use caution during your stay so that you do not injure yourself. Basement We store our cleaning supplies and such in the basement of this house. And from time to time our cleaning crew will access the area from the separate entrance. Please do not be alarmed. Cell Service/Internet Cell Service may be spotty, depending on your carrier. It is best to download your welcome message before you come to the home. The internet is provided by Spectrum is reliable except in severe weather conditions. Decks and Porches Please do not lean, sit or push on the railings to any of the Decks or Porches. Bedroom Please be advised that the bedroom does not have a door. There are two additional single beds in the front room of the house, one pulls out from under the other. Fire Wood Guests can use any wood that has fallen from the trees that is around the property. Firewood is available at the local Tractor Supply in Orange. Tully Pond No motorboats are allowed and there is a YMCA children's day camp on the pond in July and August, Mondays thru Fridays. You will hear the sound of children frolicking from time to time during the day. Tully Pond is a public pond, that the general public can and does use. There are other homes on the pond, you will not be staying in a isolated wilderness, but most guests find it private and peaceful nonetheless. Tully Pond is in a nature area and insects, bugs, ants, mice and other small animals are all around and may enter the house. Please let me know if there is a problem so that I can try and fix it. Boats If you are enjoying the lake on one of our kayaks please remember to return the boats, oars, and life jackets to the boat stand when you are finished using them. Location This home shares the same lot as the Writer's Retreat, it is about 100 feet away. The pond is a nature pond, so it has weeds, but is perfectly clean and safe. For serious swimming use the nearby Tully Lake. Pets/Animals/Companion Animals Well behaved pets are welcome, but we do ask that you include the pet fee for stays under four days. For stays for five days or more, we ask that you add the pet as an extra guest which is an extra fee. Pets are not to be left unattended in the space unless placed in a guest provided crate or something similar. Guests are also asked to bring coverings for our furniture to keep pet dander off of our soft goods, bedding and furniture. Our properties do not have fences. Please keep your dog leashed at all times during your stay. Town of Orange General Legislation Chapter 150, Section 115-4 states, “No person owning or keeping a dog in the Town of Orange shall permit such dog to be kept at large in the Town of Orange. The owner or keeper of a dog in the Town of Orange shall restrain by a suitable means such dog.” When your dog is off leash on our property it is at large. Please pick up any animal waste and use poop bags with the regular trash. Fire Extinguisher The fire extinguisher is for emergencies only, if you are putting out a fire in your fire pit please use water from the pond or the hose at the side of the house. A replacement fee of $50 will be charged if the fire extinguisher is used in non-emergency situations. Essential Oils Please do not use of essential oils, candles, fireworks, or outdoor torches (i.e. tiki torches) Garbage During your stay and when you check out, put your filled garbage bags into the Gelinas dumpster located next to the Airstream at 35-37 Mayo Road. Blankets and Pillows Blankets found in the house must remain in the house, if you bring any quilt, sheet, linen, etc. outside and the item is damaged you will be charged the replacement value. Keys Keys to the cottages can be found in the lockboxes adjacent to the entryway. The key should be returned to the lockbox every time you use it, do not take the keys off the property. If a key is lost during your stay you will be charged $50. Airstream The airstream is not for guests. Please do not enter. Kitchen Please let us know upon your departure if you have gone through all the cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, etc. It helps us maintain good service to all of our guests! Water Usage Our cabins are water front and we have a shared responsibility to the environment to use and conserve water. Please take short showers and conserve on toilet flushes. When cleaning or doing dishes use water conservation methods please. The beavers and wildlife thank you. Tully Pond is part of the watershed for the entire city of Boston, we hope our guests understand that. Grill The grills run on propane. When you finish using it please remember to turn the propane tank off as well. If you run out of gas, please inform us through the Airbnb App and we will bring you a replacement tank as soon as possible. Expendables and Toiletries For stays longer then five days, guest will be expected to supply their own toilet paper, tissues, soap, shampoo, coffee, spices etc. Check in: It is always best to use best efforts to check in when there is daylight. Tiny House: This home is a tiny house. Tall people may hit their heads on things. It is designed to be small, and for some it may be uncomfortable. Checkout Checkout is at 11AM. Late checkouts are not permissible, for each hour you remain on the property after the 11AM checkout time you will be charged $25. Feel free to pile used towels and linens on the floor so they can be easily identified and picked up. Please remember to take all of your electronics with you upon checkout. Cancellations We recommend in the event a guest needs to cancel, that before they do, they move their reservation to new dates. We maintain a strict no cancellation policy. But because unforeseen things can and do happen, from weather events to sickness, we strongly recommend guests purchase travel insurance either through Airbnb's partner Generali, or a third party of your choice. It can be an affordable option that can prevent any hardships for both parties. Please make sure you purchase the Cancel for any Reason option. Items Left Behind Please remember to take all of your personal belongings including electronics with you upon checkout. We are not responsible for any items left behind under any circumstances and while we will use best efforts to get them back to you, we offer no promises or guarantees. You will be charged the respective shipping fee for any items left behind in addition to $25 for our time in finding, packaging and shipping. Thanks!- Patti