Homebound RV Park McAlpin

Check-in Procedure - Check-in time: 1:00 PM – Dusk - Check out time: Before 11:00 AM - Notify management if arriving late. - Late arrivals are charged from the reservation start time. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Quiet Hours - 10:00 pm – 7:00 am. - No loud or disturbing pets, e.g., barking dogs or noisy birds. Generators - Only allowed during 7:30–9:30 am, 11:30 am–12:30 pm, and 4:00–7:30 pm. Good Neighbor Policy - Please do not infringe on others by parking your vehicles on or walking through another site. - Please keep all your personal items (I.E., satellite dishes, drying racks, cars, etc.) inside the boundaries of your site. - Discourteous, aggressive, or disruptive behavior is grounds for immediate eviction Vehicles & RV Standards - All vehicles must be licensed, insured, registered, and fit within assigned site boundaries. - Max 2 vehicles per site, including RVs and trailers. - RVs must be well-maintained. - If repairs become necessary during the visitors’ stay, those repairs must be completed within one week of the incident giving rise to the repair. - Regarding a well-maintained appearance, an RV must not have plywood, tarps, cardboard, mold, tape, excessive loss of paint, an abundance of personal items attached to the exterior of the RV, or exposed or unpainted areas. - Bondo or temporary repairs, and/or painted-over signs from previous uses of the vehicle/s. - FEMA trailers, park models, and construction trailers are not allowed. - No mechanical work without manager approval. - No off-road vehicles (golf carts allowed; drivers must be 16+). - RVs must be driven/towed by the registered guest—no delivery by third parties. - Must have a vehicle capable of towing said unit out of the park throughout the rental period. - Park management may request identification from the registered owner to verify their status before allowing the RV onto the premises. - Accepted forms of identification may include a driver’s license or other government-issued identification. - RV units 12 years old or older must get management approval. - Management may request a clear picture (s) of the RV prior to check-in or arrival. - We reserve the right to refuse entry to the park based on the condition and appearance of vehicles. Pet Policy - Must be leashed at all times (6-ft max; no electronic leashes) except inside the dog run area. - No aggressive breeds (e.g., pit bulls, rottweilers, Dobermans, chows, etc.) management has sole discretion on any approved dog. - Pets may not be left unattended outside or tied to anything other than the RV. - No pet cages, dog houses, or fences allowed outside. - Owners must clean up after pets; $50 fee if staff must clean. - Pets are not allowed in park buildings. - Service animals must meet ADA criteria. - Documentation may be required. - Livestock, domestic fowl, and animals considered exotic are not allowed as pets in the park system. - This specifically includes pot-bellied pigs, pygmy goats, ducks, geese, chickens, etc. - Wild ducks and geese are not to be fed by visitors. - Wildlife does exist in Homebound parks. - Bugs, mosquitoes, snakes, alligators, deer, foxes, etc. - Do not walk pets near the water’s edge or the marsh edge. - Do not feed any wildlife at all for any reason. - Report any dangerous wildlife to management immediately. Child Policy - Children under 15 must be supervised by a parent/legal guardian at all times. - Parents/guardians are fully responsible for the conduct and safety of their children. Site Use & Appearance - Keep all personal property within your site boundaries. - Temporary shade tents are allowed for short-term day use only. - No rugs on grass. - Small welcome mats only. - Maintain a neat, clutter-free site appearance. - No permanent alterations to the campsite or park property. - Storage for additional trailers or boats is available. - Wear shoes on park property. Sewer - Must be connected to sewer with tight rubber donuts or threaded fittings. - Sewer connections must be threaded connectors or a rubber donut (may be purchased at the office). Waste Disposal and Chemical Use Policy - We are on a wastewater treatment plant/septic system, which would be damaged by harsh chemicals like formaldehyde, nitrate detergents, bleach, antifreeze, etc. - Do not flush anything other than toilet paper down the toilet (baby wipes, wipes, etc.). - Do not put grease down the drain or disposal. Fire - Fire rings (McAlpin location only) must not be moved. - Campfires must be attended and propane-only. - Fire rings or fires are not allowed at any of the homebound properties except for McAlpin, FL. - No burning trash or charcoal. Trash/Dump Station - Trash must be bagged and placed in designated dumpsters. - No large items/construction debris. - Crush boxes before disposal. - Dispose of properly. - Do not dump grey water on the ground. Electricity - Don’t leave windows or doors open while the a/c is running. - Use electricity responsibly. Mail & Messages - Incoming mail: Use general delivery at the local post office. - Outgoing mail: Use the designated mailbox near the office. - Emergency messages will be delivered; others will be posted on the office message board. Office Hours - Office hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (closed 1 hour for lunch)- McAlpin and Bushnell only. Laundry - Laundry located west of the office (Bushnell property only). Appliance Use Policy - Clothes washer and/or dryers, refrigerators, freezers, water heaters, microwaves, or any other household appliance will not be permitted on the campsite, outside of your RV. - You may temporarily (for short periods of time throughout the day) use the 20-amp receptacle for an outside fan, crockpot, or similar small appliance. - The other restrictions in this policy regarding appliances used outside of your RV apply. - Any appliance or furnishings that need to be assembled with tools are not permitted on the campsite, outside of your RV. External Structures - External storage sheds, outbuildings, racks, or shelves that are external to your RV are not permitted. Clotheslines - No clotheslines, sheds, household appliances, or under-RV storage. - Clotheslines are not permitted. However, a clothes rack attached to your RV is permitted. Attachments Policy - You may not attach anything to park property (e., clotheslines or dog leashes). Campsite Appearance - You are not permitted to have tarps on your RVs, covering items on the picnic tables, or covering items on the campsite. - You must store your personal items (e.g, toys and tools) at your campsite every night. Safety Policy - For the safety of our visitors and staff, we must be able to see under your RV to detect leaks or other issues. - As such, storage is not permitted under your RV. Tent and Canopy Use Policy - We will allow “easy-ups”, or similar tents, to provide a shady rest area. - However, they are not to be used for storage or overnight occupancy. - Moreover, we do not allow improvised or homemade shade tents, wind breaks, or easy-ups. Site Use and Safety Guidelines - You are not permitted to modify your campsites, including permanent modifications to the park’s infrastructure. - You may have propane campfires at your campsite only. - We do not allow fire pits or wood burning of any kind at the campsites. - You are allowed to have exterior lights (including light strings). - However, the hours of acceptable use for exterior lights are the same as quiet time hours—off between the hours of 10:00 pm and 7:30 am. Signage and Expression Policy - You are not permitted to have signs placed on, or affixed to the campsite, advocating for a particular cause or promoting/ disparaging a particular political or religious agenda. - However, political and religious signs displayed in or on the guest’s personal vehicle or RV are permitted. Speed Limit - 5 MPH throughout the park. Prohibited - No firearms, fireworks, or discharging weapons. Swimming - No swimming or fishing in any of the retention ponds located on homebound properties. - Adults must supervise their children, especially around ponds. Guarantee Policy - All reservations must also be guaranteed with a valid credit card. - Reservation deposits or payments may be made with cash, check, or credit card, but all reservations are required to have a guaranteed valid credit card on file. - With this guarantee, you authorize homebound RV parks to charge your credit card on file to settle any and all charges or fees incurred during your reservation, including, but not limited to, the rent, rental rate add-ons, electricity, late fees, damages, etc. - We do not guarantee sites for early arrivals. - In the case of late arrivals, we do charge for the time reserved. - It is your responsibility to notify us if you will arrive late in order to hold your site. - All reservation guarantees are for the entire term of the reservation. - In the event of a late arrival or no-show, you authorize homebound RV parks to charge your credit card on file for the entire term of the reservation in addition to any other fees incurred. Legal & Liability - Campground is not liable for damage, theft, injury, or loss. - Guests are responsible for damages caused by themselves, pets, or children. - Management reserves the right to refuse service or remove guests without refund. - Your tenancy is governed by section 513 of the Florida statutes, a copy of which can be emailed to you at your request.