Idlewild Lodge and RV Park

Welcome to Idlewild Lodge and RV Park. Our goal is to provide a fun and family- friendly atmosphere. To make this possible, all guests and visitors must abide by the following rules. Failure of any guest or visitor to comply with these rules may result in the immediate removal from the property.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• OFFICE HOURS: Typical hours of operation are 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. If critical after-hours assistance related to your site or cabin is needed, call (352) 399-8005. In the event of an emergency, please call 911.

• RESERVATIONS: Guests must be at least 25 years of age to rent an RV Site, Cabin, or Boat. Please refer to the Booking Terms and Conditions for further details on reservation/payment policies and fees. The registered Guest(s) must be the same person(s) who is/are residing on Park property. Renting a site, cabin, or other Park property on behalf of others or subleasing to an unregistered visitor is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

• RATES & CHECK IN/OUT TIMES: The most current rates can always be found at IdlewildLodge.com. Check in time is 2:00PM. Check out time is 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be available for an additional fee.

• VISTORS: Guests are welcome to have visitors. The Guest must be present during the time the visitor is in the Park. Guests will make their visitors aware of these Rules and Regulations and will be liable for their visitor’s behavior while in the Park or while using Park property. Overnight visitors are not permitted. All overnight visitors must be registered beforehand.

• MAIL: Mail service is not available for Guests, including extended stay Guests.

• EARLY DEPARTURES OR REMOVAL/EVICTIONS: There will be no refunds for early departures or removal from Park property for failure to follow any Park Rule.

CODE OF CONDUCT

• SPEED LIMIT: 5 MPH, unless otherwise posted. Pedestrians have the right of way.

• WILDLIFE: Please beware of wildlife. Alligators and other natural creatures are present. Please exercise caution, especially while in areas near the lake. Do not feed wildlife. All Guests and visitors expressly agree hold the Park, its owners, and its managers harmless for any injury to person or damage to property caused by the wildlife.

• APPEARANCE: All Guests and visitors must maintain their appearance is at the discretion of management. All guests and visitors must wear shoes and shirts in all common areas.

• QUIET HOURS: Will be maintained from 9:00PM to 9:00AM. Please be respectful of other guests.

• CONDUCT: Loud parties, rowdiness, rude and/or immoral conduct, foul language, drunkenness, etc., will not be tolerated and will not be allowed to remain on property. Music/Speakers may be used in cabins and RV’s, or in outside areas with volume kept at a level as not to be a disturbance to other guests. Music with foul language will not be tolerated.

• ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Lodge guests that are of legal drinking age in the state of Florida may drink responsibly on Park property. Drunk and disorderly behavior as determined by management will result in immediate eviction.

• PERSONAL PROPERTY: Personal property is not to be stored outside an RV/cabin, or in common areas. The lodge is not responsible for any damage to or theft of personal property. Please be respectful of cabin patio space and rv site boundaries. All areas are to remain neat, clean and clutter free at all times. No political and/or divisive signs will be permitted. Management has the right to determine appropriateness of all outdoor items and signage.

• NO SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in the cabins, or in any of the outdoor common areas. Smoking is permitted in your personal vehicle, or the outdoor designated smoking areas only.

• SOLICITING: Soliciting is prohibited. Please notify the office if you are approached by someone. Park approved fund raising events are excluded from this.

• CHILDREN: Children must be supervised at all times, should not be left unattended and must not be allowed in other guests’ areas without permission. Children are never permitted in the pool area unless accompanied by an adult. Parents and guardians are responsible for the actions and conduct of their children at all times.

• PROHIBITED: Clotheslines, tents/tarps, storage sheds, ATV’s, unlawful weapons, fireworks, firecrackers, slingshots, bows & arrows, pellet guns, toy guns or anything that could be mistaken as a weapon. Absolutely no loaded firearms are allowed on the common property. All weapons shall be kept in compliance with all applicable State and Federal Laws. Illegal activities on property will not be tolerated.

PET POLICY

• Up to two pets are welcome per Cabin, or RV Site rental, PET FEE WILL APPLY.

• Pets must be LEASHED AT ALL TIMES, QUIET AND CLEANED UP AFTER IMMEDIATELY. Pet waste is to be placed in a plastic bag and disposed of in designated receptacles. Pets are not to be left unattended whether inside, or outside on Lodge property and must be kept inside at night. We do not allow kennels, outside pens or fencing to be outside of your RV.

• Cats are not permitted in cabins. Farm animals, livestock and birds are not permitted anywhere on Park property.

• Please see booking terms and conditions for additional charges for pets.

• Please see booking terms and conditions for additional information regarding Service Animals.

• The Idlewild Pet Policy must be signed by guests prior to, or at time of check in.

Management reserves the right to revoke approval of or remove any pet from the property for any reason whether management had given prior approval of such pet. Your booking may be cancelled by management if your pet causes damage to the property, exhibits aggressive behavior, or otherwise creates a nuisance.

COMMON AREAS & AMENITIES

• PICNIC TABLES: Picnic tables are to be used for servicing food and/or drinks ONLY. Storage on or under tables is prohibited. Tables are assigned to each RV Site, please do not move them from one spot to another. Tables located in common area are considered shareable, however are not to be moved by guests.

• GRILLS: Do not leave stoves or grills unattended. Do not place grills on picnic tables.

• RESTROOM FACILITIES: Restroom and shower facilities are provided next to the northern pool entrance. They are open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Please help to keep them clean by removing your items when you leave. No hair drying in the shower, or restrooms. Please turn off lights and water for conservation of resources when finished. Our goal is to keep these facilities clean and in good working order. Please contact the office if you find that the restrooms are not clean, or if supplies need to be refilled.

• LAUNDRY CENTER: Use of laundry machines are complimentary for lodge guests only. If these facilities are not clean and orderly, please contact the office. Please turn off lights and water for conservation of resources. Please do not leave personal items unattended in laundry center.

• POOL: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Pool towels can be signed out by guests in the lodge office. Night swimming is not permitted. All guests must abide by posted pool rules. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. There is NO LIFE GUARD ON DUTY at any time. Swim at your own risk.

• RECREATION HUT/GAME AREA: Open daily and available for guests and their visitors to use. Scheduled events, or private events have preference over any other use of the space. Persons in charge of an event rental are responsible for all clean up and trash removal.

• FISHING PIER, DOCKS & BOAT RAMP: We offer a public boat ramp, cost to launch is $10.00. Boat slips are also available for Daily, Weekly and Monthly rentals, please refer to current booking policies for pricing. Fishing from docks and pier is for Lodge guests only. Lodge guests’ boat must be removed from the water daily, unless renting a slip. Diving, or jumping from docks/pier is not permitted. No swimming.

• DISPOSAL OF FISHING REMAINS: Fish remains should not be placed in the canal. These remains should be bagged and taken to the property dumpster. Placing these remains around our marina invites dangerous and wild animals into our park, is very unpleasant to see and smell and could become a health hazard.

• BOATS & TRAILERS: Unless otherwise agreed by park management, all boats and trailers must be stored in the designated overflow parking area. A parking/storage fee will be assessed according to the current additional fees structure. Dock slip rentals are available for daily, weekly and monthly rates, on a first come -first serve basis.

CABIN RENTALS

• HOUSEKEEPING: Daily Housekeeping is not offered. If you need replacement towels, please request from Lodge Office. Guests staying over eight (8) nights will receive weekly cleanings.

• PARKING: Every cabin has one (1) designated nearby parking space. Additional vehicles will need to utilize the overflow parking area just outside the main entrance to the property, parking fee will apply.

• NO FISH: Fish may NOT be brought into cabins. Freezer storage is available in the office, please ask for assistance.

• CHECK-OUT: Prior to check out, please make sure to leave cabin in a tidy manner and wash all dirty dishes.

RV SITE RENTALS

• RV EQUIPMENT: Travel trailers, 5th wheels and motor homes must be well maintained, good working condition, have current tags and in good appearance. No leaks allowed. Final determination of expectable RV condition is at managements discretion. Equipment older than 10 years must be approved by management. Pop up trailers, cargo trailers, skoolie conversion buses, or truck bed campers are not permitted. No RV deemed to be in "poor" condition (e.g., broken or cracked windows, flat tires, rusted or badly dented or in need of paint or extremely unkept or excessively dirty) will be allowed in the park.

• SITE BOUNDARIES/PARKING: One (1) vehicle is permitted per site provided they fit within the site dimensions. Additional parking is available in the overflow lot, outside the main entrance to the park for an additional fee. Nothing may stick out beyond site boundaries and no parking on the street, or on an empty site.

• SITE AESTHETICS: Only customary outdoor patio or lawn furniture and accessories may be left outside. Golf carts and bicycles can be kept outside on the site. Tools, toys and other such items must be stored inside the RV. Larger outdoor recreational items, such as kayaks, coolers, fishing equipment must be organized and neatly stored beneath the RV with every attempt to conceal these stored items and maintain site aesthetics. Awnings must be attached to RV’s. No stand-alone awnings, canopies, or storage sheds permitted. Again, the lodge is not responsible for any damage to, or theft of personal property.

• MECHANICAL REPAIRS: No vehicle repairs permitted in RV sites or in parking lot. All vehicles must be in working order and repair while on premises. Emergency repairs need to be approved by management (flat tire, dead battery, etc.). Oil changes and repairs are not allowed. Non running vehicles and expired tag vehicles are subject to tow at owners’ expense.

• VEHICLE WASHING: Use of Lodge resources to wash vehicles is not permitted. Rentals fees do not include the use of camp water for vehicle washing purposes.

• SEWER CONNECTIONS: Must have a positive seal- “donut”.

• DUMPING: Disposal of antifreeze or draining of oil into sewer is prohibited.

Violations of the rules, regulations and/or policies are handled as follows: 1st violation will receive a verbal warning or written warning. 2nd violation will result in resident(s), guest or visitor being asked to leave the park and/or remove their unit from the park immediately. No Refunds.

ANY ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES, DISORDERLY OR DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR WILL BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF YOUR STAY AT IDLEWILD LODGE AND RV PARK. No Refunds.

The management of Idlewild Lodge and RV Park reserves the right to make and enforce all rules, regulations and policies necessary for the safety, comfort and peace of all guests. The management reserves the right to make changes to the rules, regulations, policies and changes to the park or property at any time. The guest agrees and accepts the rules, regulations and policies of Idlewild Lodge and RV Park, with the understanding, that he/she/they the registered guest, does hereby release to the park, park owner and park management, all liability for loss, damage, injury or death to themselves or family members or their visitors and guests.