FAQ

What do I need to bring?

We provide

Bedroom: Closet hangers, mattress protector, *fitted *sheet, *flat sheet, *blanket, *coverlet and *2 pillows.

Laundry hamper and laundry basket provided as well as some laundry detergent. Use of the washer and dryer is free.

We provide a fully equipped kitchen.

Bathroom: *Bath towels, hand towels, toilet cleaner and brush, starter supplies of hand soap and toilet paper.

*See FAQ is there a Cleaning Fee

What does the fully equipped kitchen include?

Pots, pans, cutting knives, butter dish, cookie sheets, pie pan, casserole dish, mixing bowls, cutlery, plates, bowls, cups, cooking utensils, Tupperware, hot pads, spice rack, blender, toaster, microwave, dishwasher, keurig machine and crockpot.

We also have flour, sugar, brown sugar bins, salt/pepper shakers. Saran wrap, tin foil, hand soap/dishsoap dispenser that are all filled upon arrival. There is also laundry soap, dishwasher soap, dish drying rack and recycle bins for use. 

**The upstairs shared kitchen includes a toaster oven.

Are pets allowed?

We do not allow pets at the Valley View House. The Sunquist Basement Apartment does allow for one pet.

Can I have visitors?

You may have visitors for up to 48 hours without notifying landlords. Beyond 48 hours you must have permission and there may be a per diem fee. Please notify housemates of visitors so they are not surprised by someone unfamiliar in the house.

Valley View House: If family or friends are planning a visit to the area, we occasionally have bedrooms open and if we do, we are happy to rent an available room to you for $40/night with a 1x cleaning fee of $70.

Sunquist: Please notify Kate if you plan to have visitors so that the upstairs tenants can be notified and aware of additional people on the property.

I have personal belongings that I need to store. Where can I put them?

If you rent a room that has a garage, you may choose to use that space to store your belongings instead of your car. You could then park in the adjacent driveway or on the street.

Can my friend and I rent the downstairs apartment?

Possibly. Priority will be given to families with children.

Which utilities are included?

For both the Valley View and Sunquist rental High Speed Internet, Water, Sewer, Electric, and Gas are included.

Electric Vehicles are subject to a monthly fee or if proof of usage is provided we will charge per kWh based off of the local electricity rate.

We do not provide streaming services since most tenants have their own Netflix, Disney, Hulu etc. subscriptions.

My move in is mid month, do I have to pay for the entire month?

No, we will prorate your move in and move out dates.

Is there a deposit?

Yes, there is a $500 deposit due at time of signing to reserve your housing. The deposit will be refundable after your stay and will be used for any cost incurred for replacing items taken from the house, repairs of damage done to the house or excessive cleaning. The deposit will be returned within 15 days after moving out.

Is there a cleaning fee?

Valley View: Yes, there is a one time cleaning fee of $125 for single suite rentals and $250 cleaning fee for the apartment,

Sunquist House: $350

This cost is due with 1st and last month rent. This fee takes care of deep cleaning the bedroom and bathroom and parts of the common area. This makes for easier move out; however, it is expected that the house is left in an orderly manner and excessive cleaning will be passed on to the tenants at $50/hr. (what our cleaning lady charges)

*Some guests prefer to bring their own bedding and bathing towels. If you plan to bring your own bedding and towel, please let me know, and I’ll discount the cleaning fee to $100 for single suite rentals and $200 for the Valley View apartment and $300 for the Sunquist Apartment.

When do I make my first payment?

Deposit will be due at time of signing and we ask for the first and last month’s prorated amounts to be paid on or before the 1st day of your move in month.

How can I pay?

Deposit and/or rent can be made by check, cash or Zelle. Venmo and PayPal will be accepted if tenant pays any fee associated by using Venmo PayPal.