Ontario Suite @ The Bayfield Guest House

One of four upper-level queen suites located at the six unit Bayfield Guest House in the heart of downtown Bayfield. These suite style rooms are designed for couples and solo travelers looking for a relaxing getaway to Bayfield. The Ontario Suite is a Queen suite with a full private bathroom and jacuzzi tub. Lake Superior views over Rittenhouse Ave. Linens and towels provided.

Each unit sleeps 2.

*No pets permitted, no exceptions*

The Bayfield Guest House is a downtown Bayfield property that houses six individual rental units. Parking is free on-street.

The Huron, Ontario, Michigan, and Erie Suites are hotel style suites designed for groups of two or solo travelers looking for a refreshing, quiet getaway. These suites are located on the second floor; each of these suites has a comfortable queen bed, a private tub, a 3/4 bathroom, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, and a standard drip coffee maker. All linens and towels provided (beach towels not included).

**Please Note: $25 cancellation fee will apply to all cancellations made 30+ days prior to stay - this will be subtracted from any refund due. Less than 30 days, no refund.
Property Name: Bayfield Guest House - Ontario Suite

WELCOME!
Thank you for choosing our cozy vacation property in beautiful Bayfield, Wisconsin — the gateway to the Apostle Islands! We’re thrilled you are here and we want your stay to be relaxing, enjoyable, and full of wonderful memories.

Please treat this property like your own home (or like grandma is watching). These house rules could be summed up by simply saying: Take care of your friends and family. Clean up after yourself. Don’t break things. Be safe. Appreciate the amazing world around you.

Unfortunately, humanity has repeatedly proven that in order to keep everyone safe, protect the home for future guests, respect our neighbors, and ensure we stay in compliance with our governmental overlords (Wisconsin State Lodging Code (ATCP 72), Bayfield County Short-Term Rental Ordinance, and the local fire/municipal codes), we are legally required to put the following in writing.

1. Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in: After 4:00 PM
Check-out: By 10:00 AM
A detailed welcome guide with codes, WiFi information, and helpful instructions will be available in your guest portal. If you’re arriving late, please let us know through the portal when you complete your online check-in form - we want to make sure you arrive and get into the unit without issue.

Checkout Procedures

Thank you for helping us get the unit ready for the next guests! Here’s what we ask:
- Leave by 10:00 AM so our cleaning team has enough time to prepare the property. If you need a late checkout please reach out the day before you checkout for approval - we will do our best to accommodate all requests. Late check-out fees may apply.
- Set out all dirty glassware for removal by the cleaning team.
- Take all trash and recycling to the designated canisters outside the front door of the building.
- Check inside all drawers, check under the bed, check inside fridge, etc. to ensure you have all your belongings
- Turn off all lights
- Leaves fans on low
- COLD MONTHS: Sept/Oct through April: Set heat to 68 using the thermostat.
- WARM MONTHS: May through Sept: Set air conditioning to 72 using the REMOTE for the mini-split unit.
- Close and lock all windows and doors - front door touch bottom of the keypad to lock upon departure
- A quick final walk-through helps us a lot — we truly appreciate it!

2. Maximum Occupancy & Guests
- Maximum overnight guests: 2 (based on bedding and local ordinances).
- Day visitors are welcome but limited to no more than 2 at any time and must follow all house rules.
- No recreational vehicles, campers, tents, trailers, or additional lodging on the property.

3. Jacuzzi Tubs
Step 1: Fill the tub.
Wait until the water level is at least 2 inches above the jets prior to turning them on.**Failure to do this will result in damage to the pump system and the tub will be inoperable.
Step 2: Press the button to start the pump.
Step 3: Use the dial to select jet settings.
Step 4: Please only use bath salts provided to avoid additional fees. please No bath bombs, SOaps, glitter, or dyed salts
Step 5: TURN OFF JETS BEFORE GETTING OUT OF THE TUB.

4. Quiet Hours & Respect for Neighbors
- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM daily (including weekends and holidays).
- Please keep noise to a respectful minimum at all times — no loud music, shouting, or gatherings that might disturb our neighbors. This is a multi-unit building and we need to be respectful of all guests.
- Fireworks are not permitted at any time.

5. Smoking & Vaping
- This is a 100% smoke-free and vape-free property — inside and outside (including porches, decks, and yard).
- Violation will result in a minimum $300 deep-cleaning fee.

6. No Pets
- No pets of any kind are allowed.
- If you have a service animal, please contact us in advance so we can make appropriate accommodations.

7. Parties & Gatherings
- No parties(including togas), events, weddings, receptions, or large gatherings.
- Small, quiet family gatherings are fine as long as they stay within occupancy limits and quiet hours.

8. Parking
- Limited street parking only.

9. Bikes, Motorized Items & EV Charging
- No bikes or motorized items (including e-bikes, scooters, motorcycles, etc.) are permitted inside the house or unit.
- EV Charging Policy: We do not have a dedicated EV charger on the property. Plugging electric vehicles into any household outlets is not permitted due to safety and insurance reasons. Public EV charging stations are available in downtown Bayfield (approximately 1 mile away).

10. ATVs, UTVs & Snowmobiles
- These vehicles are not allowed at this property. There is plenty of street parking though. Please review local trail maps for best access.

11. Trash, Recycling & Septic System
- Use the provided trash and recycling bins inside the unit during your stay.
- Please do not flush wipes, feminine products, diapers, paper towels, grease, or food scraps down the toilets or drains (our septic/sewer system thanks you!).
- At the end of your stay, please take all trash and recycling to the designated canisters outside the front door of the building.

12. `Kitchennette` & Appliances
- Clean up after every use
- Use appliances for their intended purpose.
- There is no grill or fire pit at this property.

13. General House Rules
- Please remove shoes at the door.
- Do not move furniture.
- Please do not bring linens or towels outside (especially to the beach.)
- Please don’t climb on roofs, railings, trees etc.
- Please don’t be the reason we need to make new rules

14. Safety & Emergencies
- Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and functioning — please do not disable them. If they are chirping due to a low battery, please notify us immediately (no one wants to listen to this all night).
- Fire extinguishers are located at either end of the hallway upstairs between Ontario and Michigan Suites.
- The evacuation map is located on the back of your room door.
- In case of emergency: Call 911 first, then contact us.

15. Damage, Breakages & Cleaning
- We know accidents happen, especially when we’re having fun. Please report any damage, spills, or issues to us immediately (before checkout). This allows us to properly prepare to fix issues before the next guest checks in)
- Please use appliances and amenities as they are intended. We are certain that you are intelligent enough to know that toaster ovens shouldn’t be used as stepstools and vacuum cleaners shouldn’t be used to split firewood. Please don’t prove us wrong. You are responsible for any damage beyond normal wear and tear.
- We include professional cleaning in your rate, but excessive mess may result in additional fees.

Final Note
By booking and staying with us, you and your party agree to these house rules, the rental agreement, and all applicable local and state regulations.
We truly appreciate you helping us keep this special place beautiful for everyone who visits. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Wishing you a fantastic Bayfield adventure — enjoy the hiking, kayaking, orchards, and the stunning Apostle Islands!

Warmly,
Windseeker Rentals Team