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The Porchside Perch
227 Gilbert Court
Florence, AL 35630

Hosted by Rhiannon
256-529-7352

Large deep front porch with two levels

House Rules

Please review the following

*Maximum Occupancy of 4 *Photo ID required to rent *No Smoking/Vaping in the house *Maximum of 2 Pets allowed *Maximum pet weight of 20 lbs each. *No Events or Parties *Note: Ring doorbell camera by front door. Camera does not face any interior rooms.

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Door Code

We never reuse door codes

Your door code will be the last four digits of the phone number listed. - If you wish to have other guests in your party receive check-in information, please let me know and I can add them. - I will also text this information to you a couple of days prior to your arrival. Each door code is individually created. It begins working at 4pm (on Arrival Date) and will stop working at 10 am (of Departure Date). Ring doorbell if you need assistance.

Old-Fashioned Clock

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 am

- We try to accommodate our guests when possible. If you need a late check-out, please reach out as soon as possible.. - Please place towels in a pile. - Please remove all perishable items from the fridge and throw them away. - Please bag and take your garbage to the outdoor garbage can. - Recyclables can be placed in the blue can. - Close and lock all windows and doors. - Place dirty dishes in the dishwasher. - Leave the beds unmade. - Turn off all lights - Have a safe drive home!

Dog Park a block away

Dog Park

Doggie play time!

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3 people kayaking on the Singing River

Activities

Activities for all

- Walk around downtown Florence or UNA campus. - Walk the Railroad bridge, also some trails around there. Type "Old Railroad Bridge" Florence and search on Google maps. - Florence Indian Mounds - Rosenbaum House Museum

4pm check-in

Check-in

Check-in time is 4 pm

If you need an early check-in, please reach out directly to us. We will work with our cleaner to get you into the unit as early as possible. (Please keep in mind that our cleaners have until 4pm to get the condo ready.) *Please note that same day early check-in requests are highly unlikely. *Please note that there is a "Ring" doorbell security camera, located next to the front door facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces.

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WiFi

Free to our guests

WiFi is free to our guests. You will find the password in the email or text message we send you prior to your arrival.

Thermostat in hallway

AC/Heat

HVAC Unit

- Thermostat is located in the hallway next to the second bedroom. - Air filters are checked after each guests' stay and changed at that time (if needed). Otherwise, air filters are changed once a month. - Please do not leave the unit running while the windows and doors are open.

Fried chicken and sides

Food

Where to eat

Florence has plenty of restaraunts to choose from. Here are some of our favorites. - Vudu Wings - Peacock Express - El Pollo Loco - Rice Box - Fiesta - Pi Factory - Ricatonis - On The Rocks

City of Florence Fire Department

Emergency

Medical needs

- Dial 911 for Emergencies. - North alabama Medical Center (NAMC) 1701 Veterens Drive, Florence, AL 35630

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Parking

Free with valid pass

- Our house has a driveway to park your vehicle. - A second driveway in the back of the house, next to the back gate. - Extra vehicles will need to park on the street in front of the house. -Please DO NOT PARK ON THE GRASS.

Garbage can and Recycling can

Garbage

Please bag your trash

- Please bag all of your garbage. We provide spare garbage bags in the pantry. -The garbage can and recycling can is located on the driveway, in front of the house. - Trash and recycle pick up runs on Thursday morning, we will stop by to pull the cans to the curb.

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Laundry

Located on the third floor

- There is a stackable washer and dryer located in the hall area. - We provide laundry detergent and fabric sheets. - We have not decided whether we will provide fabric softner, it is not necessary to use when washing your laundry. - Please leave the washer door slightly ajar to prevent a mildew smell.

Shopping Bag

Shopping

Where to shop

Shopping while on vacation is a great way to add unique items to your wardrobe. - Dillard's - Belk - Old Navy - Ross - TJ Maxx

Lanai with patio furniture

Destinations

Other properties we host

Take a look at our other vacation rental properties that we host. Our properties are designed to provide our guests with a convenient and comfortable stay. Find the ideal spot for relaxation, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

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