Rules & Policy Information

Once the reservation is confirmed, the Guest is responsible for the entirety of the dates reserved. As such, no refunds will be given after arrival or departure based on late arrival/early departure. Reservation Deposits and payments made toward the Balance of Rent Due shall be deemed non-refundable 75 days from the Guest’s Arrival Date. Only the Security Deposit held shall be refunded to the Guest.

Cancelations – If the reservation which is the subject of the Rental Agreement is canceled by the Guest more than 75 days from the Arrival Date, we will gladly refund your Reservation Deposit, Security Deposit, and any payments made toward the Balance of Rent Due less a $375.00 cancellation fee, if the rental amount is less than $5,000 and $475 if the rental amount is greater than $5,000.

Credit Card Fee – The credit card fee of 3% is non-refundable, as this is a processing fee. If you must cancel the reservation and are eligible for a refund, the credit card fee will be non-refundable.

Confirmation of Reservation – Your reservation will be confirmed, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, upon our receipt of a signed copy of this Agreement, with all fields completed, together with your Reservation Deposit (or entire Rental Amount if less than 75 days from your Arrival Date) and the entire Security Deposit required.

Reservation Deposit – If your reservation is made more than 75 days before your Arrival Date, 50% Reservation Deposit is due upon execution of this Agreement. If your reservation is made 75 days or fewer before your Arrival Date, payment of the entire Rental Amount is due upon execution of this Agreement.

Security Deposit – Your full Security Deposit is due upon execution of this Agreement. Your Security Deposit will be returned within two (2) weeks of your departure date via a check in the mail. Please note that we will confirm your address before mailing the check. Security Deposit refunds are subject to adjustment for additional guests, late checkout, property damage (including fixtures, appliances, and/or furnishings) caused by you or your guests, and cleaning expenses.

Balance of Rent Due – Your Balance of Rent Due under this Agreement shall be paid within 75 days of your arrival. All balances receivable within these 75 days shall be subject to a 3% per week late fee.

Date/Property Changes – Any changes to this reservation’s arrival date, departure date, or property are subject to our availability when requested and may result in a possible rate change and/or service fee.

We reserve the right to cancel or modify reservations where a customer has engaged in a fraudulent or inappropriate activity or under other circumstances where the reservations contain or resulted from a mistake or error.

Refunds – Refunds are not given after departure if the guests fail to report any issues during their stay. Issues/concerns should be reported immediately to Northern Living to be addressed.

Early Check-In – Check-in is a firm 4 pm unless Northern Living, LLC, previously approved it. Due to the safety of our housekeeping staff, guests are not allowed to enter the home before 4 pm or their approved check-in time. Guests who do not comply and enter the home before 4 pm or their approved early check-in shall forfeit their Security Deposit in full. For purposes of this paragraph, “Guest” also applies to all members of the Guest’s party,

Pest Control – Our homes are located in Adirondack Park, and although we perform regular cleaning and appropriate pest control on the homes, we cannot guarantee they will be pest-free of all bugs, animals, and pests. We cannot compensate for the presence of pests, insects, and animals. We also ask that all guests respect nature and that you Do Not Feed wildlife, especially deer, on or near a home location.

Please note that the prices do not include credit card fees.

Make Yourself As Visible as Possible

Lake George is a vast body of water containing a wide range of watercraft, many of which sit exceptionally high off the water. Because of this elevation, many boats cannot see kayaks or other low-water equipment. The arrival of summer heat brings more traffic onto the lake. To avoid any perilous scenarios, paddlers can take extra precautions.

While wearing neon colors is a valiant effort to protect yourself, bright and flashy colors tend to fade out of view for boats while at a distance. Flares, smoke signals, flags, and lights can help illuminate your kayak for the boaters around you. This is especially important at nighttime when visibility is very low.

If you happen to come close to a boat, assume that they don’t know the right of way and stay to your right, out of their way. Make your action distinct and substantial so the boater knows what direction you plan on veering to avoid a collision. Another precaution to take is to paddle closer to shore. Danger substantially increases when kayaks are out in the middle of the lake, where boats cruise.

Boat Safety and Rules of Operation

Boating Education

https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/nysparks/ny_boatersguide_21/

Clean and Inspect your Boat

https://parks.ny.gov/boating/motorized-boats.aspx

https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/lands_forests_pdf/selfissuedcertificate1.pdf

​Lake Hadlock

Town of Fort Ann Local Law:
Watercraft has a speed limit of 35 miles per hour.
The direction traveled on the lake is counterclockwise.

Guests are not allowed to bring Jet Skis on the lake.

Liability – OWNER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS, THEFT, OR PERSONAL INJURIES SUSTAINED BY THE GUEST AND/OR PERSONS ACCOMPANYING THE GUEST. You and all persons accompanying you agree to abide by the Rules herein. Should a guest’s behavior necessitate eviction, all prepaid rents, and deposits shall be considered earned.

HOT TUB TERMS & SAFETY

The Guest will use the hot tub at the Guest’s own risk. Northern Living will not be responsible for any injuries sustained by the Guest and/or the Guest’s occupants when using the hot tub.

The Guest is responsible for the general maintenance of the hot tub. This includes (but is not limited to) keeping the hot tub clean of debris, keeping the hot tub areas clean, neat, and organized, and keeping the hot tub cover on when not using the hot tub.

The Guest must immediately notify Northern Living of any repair the hot tub may require.

The Guest is responsible for the total cost that may be due for the repair and/or replacement of the hot tub required due to negligence by the Guest or the Guest’s occupants.

No pets are permitted in the hot tub at any time.

The Guest understands that the hot tub is strictly an amenity and that the use of this amenity is not guaranteed under the terms of the rental Agreement.

Guests can forfeit their security deposit if any of the above-mentioned is violated by the Guest or the Guest’s occupants.

SWIMMING POOL TERMS & SAFETY

The Guest will use the swimming pool at their own risk. Northern Living will not be responsible for any injuries sustained by the Guest and/or the Guest’s occupants when using the swimming pool.

The Guest is responsible for the general maintenance of the swimming pool. This includes (but is not limited to) keeping the swimming pool clean of debris and the pool areas clean, neat, and organized.

The Guest must immediately notify Northern Living of any repair the pool may require.

The Guest is responsible for the total cost that may be due for the repair and/or replacement of the swimming pool that is required due to negligence by the Guest or the Guest’s occupants.

No pets are permitted in the swimming pool at any time.

The Guest understands that the swimming pool is strictly an amenity and that the use of this amenity is not guaranteed under the terms of the rental Agreement.

Guests can forfeit their security deposit if any of the above-mentioned is violated by the Guest or the Guest’s occupants.

Cribs, High Chairs, Booster Seats, and Rollaway Beds.

These items are all available to rent and will be invoiced separately. Payment is due upon receipt.

If the reservation, which is the subject of this Agreement, is canceled by the Guest more than 30 days before the date of arrival, a full refund will be given minus any credit card fees. No refunds will be given after that or within 30 days of arrival.

PETS.

Dogs are welcome with a pet fee. Payment is due upon receipt. If the reservation, which is the subject of this Agreement, is canceled by the Guest more than 30 days before the date of arrival, a full refund will be given minus any credit card fees. No refunds will be given after that or within 30 days of arrival.