Question 1

How many guests does The Bayside Escape sleep?

Accepted Answer

Up to 24 guests across 6 bedrooms and 5 queen sleeper sofas. Sleeping breakdown: 1 King, 4 Queens, 4 Twins, and 5 Queen sofa sleepers (all in the main house).

Question 2

Is The Bayside Escape pet-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Up to 2 dogs, $150 per stay. No cats.

Question 3

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Accepted Answer

Check-in is at 4 PM and check-out is at 10 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are not available — back-to-back bookings require full turnaround time.

Question 4

How do I book The Bayside Escape directly?

Accepted Answer

Book direct at thebaysideescape.com: there's no platform service fee, you earn 8% back in Bayside Rewards credit on every stay, and you deal with the owner directly.

Question 5

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Full refund if you cancel 14 or more days before check-in. For a stay 14 or more days away, a 30% deposit is charged at booking and the remaining 70% balance is auto-charged 3 days before check-in; closer in, the stay is paid in full at booking. Inside the 14-day window, the booking is non-refundable.

Question 6

Is parking available at The Bayside Escape?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the driveway accommodates 10 cars, including space for boat trailers.

Question 7

What is the Flex Barn at The Bayside Escape?

Accepted Answer

The Flex Barn is a 1,600 sqft multi-use space included free with every booking. It features 16-ft ceilings, a 16-ft sliding barn door (drive-in capable), and rubber flooring. Perfect for yoga, corporate workshops, indoor games, movie nights, or gear storage. It is not a sleeping space — all sleeping is in the main house.

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