Bufflehead Point House Manual
Directions, getting settled, helpful information:
NOTE- keep an eye on your email as that is where the automated documents and door code will go. If you need anything leading up to your stay, the best way to contact us is by message on the booking platform, followed by email to stay@lazyhretreats.com
Address:121 Bufflehead Lane, Rockport, TX, 78382. It’s the green house at the end of the cul de sac! maps will get you there!
- Your Door Code is unique to your stay- It is sent to your email within 24 hours of your arrival and will expire at the checkout date and time of your reservation. The door code will work on the lower ground level door on the water side, which is the back porch. Use the door code to unlock the lower level, and the key to the upstairs living space will be hanging on the wall. DO NOT LOSE THIS KEY, and DO NOT remove it from its keychain!!
- An instructional video will come with your door code email to show smart lock operation. During your stay if you plan to leave the home we recommend locking the main home and locking the key in the lower laundry room in its original spot and utilizing the smart lock so you don't risk losing the house key.
- Accessibility and Parking - There is plenty of parking available at the property for 3 vehicles, Please be mindful of neighbors and don’t park on the street where it could block other home owners from pulling into their driveway. The garage is large enough to also park a small boat and trailer.
- This property is in a residential area, most houses in the neighborhood are families. Please be respectful, especially between 10pm- 8am.
Check in/ out times- Double check your reservation dates! Check in is 4pm and check out is 10 am. No early check in or late check out unless agreed upon in advance!
- Bringing a boat? No Problem! Copano Bridge Boat Ramp https://goo.gl/maps/5qijjpVEk97JZ4Ag7
About the Home:
NO SMOKING IN THE HOME | NO PETS UNLESS AGREED UPON IN WRITING
NO FIREWORKS ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY
Upon arrival, please take a few moments to look around the property and double check that everything is working properly, nothing is broken, or needs attention. If anything seems out of place, broken, etc… Please notify us immediately so we can document it or send maintenance.
Should you need anything during your stay we are typically responsive by messaging through the booking platform that you made your reservation on. If you are not able to reach via Airbnb/ VRBO messaging and the matter is urgent feel free to call or text us directly in the following order.
Lazy H retreats- 830.308.7202 | Chelsea- 432-302-1671 (the Lazy H office number has a rotating on call schedule and goes to several people so that is preferred)
WIFI- Network: LHR-Bufflehead121 | Password 5starreview
- General & Supplies-
- We supply- All the linens, towels, blankets, pillows, beach towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash , ironing board, blow dryer, etc. (Extra linens are found in the second room in the closet on the top part).
We leave limited supply to get you started, but you may want extra:
- Coffee Grounds & Filters, Keurig Coffee Pods, Laundry Pods, Dishwasher Pods, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags, makeup wipes
We DO NOT supply:
- tea, foil, zip locks, spices, cooking oils, paper plates, plasticware, charcoal/ lighter fluid
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- Kitchen- If you plan on cooking we have all the appliances and utensils you will need for cooking and serving. Bring your own Charcoal and lighter fluid. The refrigerator has filtered water and an icemaker.
- Appliances- There is a Keurig Duo coffee maker in the kitchen with a supply of K cups and coffee grounds for guests to get started on.
- Near the coast it is very easy to attract ants. Do not leave any food out inside or outside. We pay for a premium pest control service but if food is left out you can still attract ants very quickly.
- TVs- All of the bedroom TVs are smart TVs with Roku. The living room TV is a Chrome cast. Bring your own passwords for streaming apps of your choice.
- Basic Housekeeping- If you need to do some minor cleaning during your stay- we try to keep some of the basic supplies under the sink, and mop, broom, etc in the laundry room on the main floor.
- Trash- Trash cans are to the right of the house and are picked up on Thursdays. No need to put bins out, just be aware the valet service will come onto the grounds to get the bins and put them back.
- Additional linens- Additional blankets, towels, and pillows can be found in the closets.
- Patio and yard- Please enjoy the patio and yard as it is a great place to relax and enjoy the view.If you use the Kayaks or paddle boards please make sure you put them away so they do not blow into the water, and be very mindful of the fins on the paddle boards so they dont get damaged. We do not supply fishing equipment, but we do have a fish cleaning station on the water to the left of the property. Feel free to turn the lights on and enjoy the evenings out there and turn them off when you turn in. The place is in a neighborhood so be respectful of noise after 9pm.
- We do have a recurring lawn service that is typically there on Thursdays. They mow quickly and won't be in your way long if you are there on a lawn care day.
- Kitchen- If you plan on cooking we have all the appliances and utensils you will need for cooking and serving. Bring your own Charcoal and lighter fluid. The refrigerator has filtered water and an icemaker.
- We are on our own septic system- Please be mindful of the paper products you use, if you need to purchase more paper products during your stay we request that you ensure they are septic approved!
Medical / Emergency Resources-
Statcare Urgent Care- 2102 FM2165, Rockport, TX 78382 | (361) 556-5770
24/7 ER- 1400 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382 | (361) 727-8200
Police (non emergency)- (361) 729-1111 | Fire Dept (non emergency) (361) 729-5392
Check out instructions- Follow these simple instructions to guarantee a 5 star guest review!
Check out is 10 am unless otherwise discussed and arranged in advance. Keep in mind your door code is set to expire shortly after checkout time and the cleaning crew works in a tight window so we ask that you be mindful of the checkout time and communicate with us should there be any hindrance to making it out on time.
- Please load and start the dishwasher- Please hand wash any dishes that were not able to fit in the dishwasher, as well as knife set knives, wine glasses, etc.
- Please set all dirty towels, wash cloths, etc on the bathroom floors
- We will strip the beds so no need to worry about those
- Take all trash out to the bins on the side of the house
- Take any and all food items that you brought and didn’t use and leave fridges empty
- Log out of any personal accounts you may have logged in to on the living room smart TV
- Please clean up any mess outside on the patio by disposing of trash or any mess from cooking, etc.
- Make sure lid is on hot tub and kayaks, Paddleboards, etc are hosed off/ clean and put away
- Please set temp to 74 in summer/ 68 in winter
- Turn off all lights and lock all doors
- LOCK UPSTAIRS AND THEN HANG THE HOUSE KEY IN THE DOWNSTAIRS LAUNDRY ROOM FOR THE NEXT GUEST. LOCK SMART LOCK AND MAKE SURE GARAGE DOOR IS CLOSED
- Please leave us a 5-star review ! Air BNB, VRBO and all booking platforms view anything under 5 stars as bad and it hurts us in the rankings. We would greatly appreciate a 5 star review and any constructive feedback to be sent to us in the private notes or via message. We leave ALL of our guests 5 star reviews to help you with future stays as well unless you break the house rules.
- Lastly, save our listing in your favorite booking platform (or bookmark our website) so you can come see us again, check out our many other properties/ markets, or share us with your family and friends!
We own and manage several properties so check out our website- lazyhretreats.com if you ever want to see what/ where else is available! We have properties in Port Aransas TX, Rockport, TX, New Braunfels TX, Fredericksburg, TX and Cabins in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains!
Safe Travels,
Lazy H Retreats