Summary:
Freshly renovated and full of charm, this cozy duplex home blends modern comfort with restored original details. Enjoy bright living spaces, comfy bedrooms, a fully updated bathroom, a work-friendly setup, and relaxing porch. Perfect for work trips, families, and getaways!
The Space:
🏡 Welcome to Your Home-Away-From-Home on Bernard Ave – a Charming Duplex!
Step into a beautifully renovated downstairs unit of a duplex that perfectly blends modern comfort with timeless charm. Every inch has been refreshed — from the floors to the kitchen and bathroom — while preserving classic details like restored woodwork, built-in shelving, and a cozy faux fireplace that adds character and warmth.
✨ The Space: Bright, Stylish & Inviting
• Living Room: Unwind on the comfy couch (which converts to a bed for extra guests), relax in the papasan chair, and enjoy your favorite shows on the wall-mounted smart TV.
• Dining Room: Gather around the formal dining table or the built-in bench. Shelves are stocked with board games and fun extras — perfect for game nights, quiet evenings, or family bonding time.
🛏️ Bedrooms & Work-Ready Setup
• Primary Bedroom: A plush queen memory-foam mattress awaits — ideal for restful sleep.
• Second Bedroom: A full-size bed and a dedicated desk with basic office supplies make this a great spot for remote work or study.
🛁 Bathroom & Essentials
• Fully remodeled with elegant tile, a tub/shower combo, and custom flooring. Fresh towels, hand towels, and washcloths are stocked in the linen closet.
🌿 Outdoor & Shared Spaces
• Relax on the front porch — furnished with chairs and a small table, perfect for morning coffee or evening chats.
• Guests have access to the shared backyard and basement, which includes a washer/dryer for your convenience.
✅ Who This Place is Great For
Whether you’re traveling for work, a getaway, or a relaxing staycation, this duplex unit offers comfort, style, and thoughtful extras. Perfect for couples, small families, remote workers, or friends traveling together.
Other Things to Note:
⚠️ House Rules ⚠️
🤫 Noise
Please keep noise to a minimum when outside. We use decibel readers (they do not record conversations) to monitor levels.
🔇 Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM
💸 Excessive noise may result in a $500 fine due to past neighbor complaints.
🚭 Smoking
No smoking inside the house — $500 fine for violations.
Smoking outside is allowed.
🚫 Strictly Prohibited
• Underage drinking or drug use
• Parties or large gatherings
• Unauthorized guests
🎉 No mini waste: Please avoid confetti, glitter, water beads, balloons, or any tiny plastic/glass/metal pieces.
👫 We respect our neighbors and community, and strictly enforce these rules. Any gatherings, parties, or unauthorized guests will result in immediate removal from the property with no refund for unused nights.
🐾 Pets
• Max 2 dogs: $125 flat fee
• Requests for 3rd or 4th dogs require approval (+$100)
❗ Pets must be disclosed and approved in writing before your stay. Undisclosed pets will result in a $150 fee and may lead to cancellation without refund.
🚫 No cats allowed.
👟 Shoes Off Inside
Please remove shoes indoors to keep the home clean — the asphalt driveway can track in dirt. Thank you!
🚿 Bathroom Ventilation
Please open the bathroom window halfway to 2/3 down OR keep the bathroom fan on during showers and for 20–30 minutes afterward to prevent moisture buildup.
🌡️ Even in cold weather, the bathroom will stay warm.
🧺 Before You Leave
We only ask a few simple things to help us prepare for the next guest:
• Place used towels in any laundry basket located in the bedrooms
• Load any dirty dishes into the dishwasher
• Ensure all trash is placed inside the outdoor bins (next to the garage in the backyard) — please do not leave trash on the floor or in bags inside the unit, as this will result in an additional cleaning fee
• Lock all doors
Set the thermostat to:
• 70–75°F for A/C, or
• 67–70°F for heat depending on the season
😊 Checkout Note
We leave a short list of optional checkout steps — not mandatory, but always appreciated. Thank you for helping us keep the home lovely for future guests!