Chocolate Mansion

Terms & Conditions

Check-In: 03:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Early check-in is allowed if discussed prior to the reservation date. Late check-out is only an option if the room/house is not booked.

*We require our guests to gather and place any trash in the main kitchen area or disposed of in outside garbage receptacles. Dishes should be placed in the sink or dishwasher. Please leave any used/wet towels in bathroom areas.

GUESTS & VISITORS- Chocolate Mansion property is reserved for guests only, no unregistered visitors are allowed overnight. The number of guests needs to be discussed and decided upon before arrival.

Additional visitors can visit between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM. Please do not exceed 6 unregistered guests in the home at once, unless previously discussed. We don’t mind if you show them around the main floor of the home as it is common areas, but please respect the privacy of our guests and ourselves and refrain from touring the 2nd or 3rd floors. No unregistered guests are allowed in the pool area.

NOISE POLICY- We live in a cozy neighborhood, and respect our neighbors and community. Quiet hours are Friday and Saturday 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM and Sunday through Thursday 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Any disturbances can be cause for immediate eviction of guests. Please remember that voices do carry, and we want to maintain a peaceful neighborhood culture.

PARKING POLICY- Chocolate Mansion is limited to 3 automobiles in the driveway. However, there is on-street parking both in the front and on the side. There is also secondary parking behind the Mansion towards the garden area. Please do not exceed the allowed cars in the driveway area or block the sidewalk. Motor homes, large trailers or commercial vehicles cannot be accommodated. Please follow all city signs and rules before parking. We are not responsible for any towed vehicles.

SMOKING POLICY- Positively NO SMOKING is permitted inside this property. If you must smoke, please do so outside of the home and deposit any completely extinguished cigarette butts outside before disposing of them properly. If we find that there has been smoking inside the house a cleaning fee and air quality fee of $250 will be charged upon departure. Any other damages to due smoke will occur other costs.

PET POLICY- Chocolate Mansion is a pet-free facility. We like to keep a clean home for those with allergies. Service animals are welcome if discussed before arrival. Pets cannot be kept in cars on the property. Violations of this policy will result in cancellation of stay, and any damages will be fined to the renter.

REFUND POLICY- Your reservation binds you to Chocolate Mansion during a specific period of time. There should be no expectations of refunds because you are disappointed with the property you have rented or because something unessential associated with the property is not working to your satisfaction. We will make every effort to correct any problems that arise during your stay in a timely manner. However, there will be no refunds for mechanical failure of nonessential items such as television, wifi, air conditions, washer/dryer, dishwasher, or luxury items. If there is a significant problem, notify us immediately. If the Internet or TV cable service goes down, we can only attempt to get that back online during daytime hours through our providers.

DAMAGE/ACCIDENTS POLICY- Guest/Leaseholder agrees to notify the Rental Agent/Manager as to any damages or accidents that occur at Chocolate Mansion during your rental period. If you have a spill or other incident that could cause staining of carpets, furniture, or bed linens please notify us immediately. All damages up to $1500 shall be the responsibility of the guest/renter unless said damage was a result of misconduct or violation of terms of this agreement and/or the policies all damages will be the responsibility of the leaseholder/renter. ALL DAMAGES MUST BE REPORTED PRIOR TO CHECKOUT. If damages are found after check out the renter will be held responsible for all damages.

POOL WAIVER NOTICE
The Chocolate Mansion LLC, 2900 Jackson Street, Sioux City Iowa 51104 (Owner of Property, Releasees)
SWIMMING POOL AND HOT TUB

Swimming Pool Waiver and Release of Liability Form Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risk, and Indemnity Agreement

BY CHECKING IN AT THE CHOCOLATE MANSION, YOU AND THOSE GUESTS IN YOUR PARTY CHOOSE TO WAIVE CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE, AND UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO TO THE FOLLOWING:

• At no time is there a lifeguard on duty, you (the guest) are responsible for the safe operation of the pool and are responsible for all persons using the pool during your stay.
• My use of the pool facilities during my stay involves certain risks, including but not limited to:
1. The risk of injury resulting from the possible malfunction of the pool equipment.
2. The risk of injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in the pool area.
3. The risk of injuries resulting from unsupervised divers and swimmers colliding.
4. The risk of other injuries resulting from participating in any action in the pool.
5. There is absolutely “NO DIVING” in this pool which could lead to extreme injury or possibly the event of death.
• I recognize and fully understand that the above list is not a complete or exhaustive list of all possible risks; the list only provides examples of types of risks that I am assuming.

In exchange for the Owner allowing me to utilize the pool, whirlpool hot tub and area during my stay, I hereby agree to the conditions below. I fully intend and choose to give up the legal rights, as stated below:
1. TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have or may have in the future against the Owner, its directors, officers, employees, agents, or representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Releasees”) relating to my use of the pool, hot tub, and pool area;
2. TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, expense, or other costs that I may suffer or that my next of kin may suffer in connection with my use of the Releasees pool or pool area to any cause whatsoever, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES;
3. TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from all liability to property, or personal injury to, any third party, resulting from the use of the pool or pool area
4. That I am over the age of 18 and that I am responsible and will adhere to all the rules of the property.
5. That this Waiver, Release, and Agreement is fully effective and shall be effective and binding upon me, and my heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, and assigns, or anyone else authorized to act on my behalf or on behalf of my estate.
I have read and understood this document. I am aware that by checking in at the Chocolate Mansion, I am waiving certain legal rights that I may have against the Releasees, and I fully agree to do so.

Payment Policy

PAYMENTS-

25% non refundable deposit due at time of booking.

Remaining amount due 24 hours prior to arrival.

Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION POLICY-

Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance of check in.

Deposits are non refundable.