Unique large+light studio back house up stairs on top of storage garage. Minimalist boho style w/ lots of plants + comfy furnishings. Pretty sure you will love this space. Ultra-fast Internet + smart TV, built-in work desk, artesian wood cabinetry + counter tops+ wonderful just-added vintage wood flooring. Private entrance and yard with lots of trees, 95 yr old grape vine, strawberry beds +outside seating + free designated parking off an unpaved alley right in Turlock’s most desired area. The space This is a NON-SMOKING/NO POT INSIDE AND NO GATHERINGS OR EVENTS house (please READ ALL HOUSE RULES BEFORE BOOKING OR REQUESTING and see extra fees WHICH WILL BE CHARGED if violations occur. This fully-furnished 500 sq ft back house studio is located on top of a two car garage currently used for Airbnb maintenance. It is ONLY accessible by climbing a full set of stairs and because of all the live plants inside that need watering, there’s a 14 day maximum stay. If you’re ok with us coming to care for them during your stay then that can be adjusted. There’s a well equipped kitchen with stainless appliances, shower-only bathroom, queen-size bed with high quality mattress, large built-in desk (plants can be removed if you need more space) and washer/dryer with laundry sink just downstairs. Outside in small yard there’s vintage grapes, raised garden beds currently containing fruit trees, strawberry plants and cherry tomatoes for your picking. There’s also a seasonal small covered area with comfortable seating, all in a very private yard with free well-lit parking just outside the alley gate. This place could be for 3 people who really like each other as there’s not much privacy. Couch is comfy and I can provide sheets to cover for third person. It’s a unique space; equipped with everything you need for a comfortable long or short stay including ultra fast internet with video and a smart TV. Visiting Yosemite? It’s a perfect stop over; halfway between the Bay Area and that amazing national park! Do our cleaning fees seem a bit high? If so, please know we pride ourselves in doing an extra thorough job; especially in light of the virus issues; we use bleach wipes on every surface both for your protection and those guests who come after you. We’ve also hired someone to make sure the outside spaces are as clean as possible at check-in. BY PAYING FOR A RESERVATION IN ANY OF MY HOMES, you are confirming you have read and are agreeing with EVERYTHING disclosed below. If not, PLEASE DO NOT REQUEST A BOOKING Guest access Entire back house, private yard, entrance and free parking space. Other things to note Are you short on time or a “JUST GIVE ME THE GIST, I DONT NEED ALL THE DETAILS” type person? (I am!) Then the “ALL CAPS” below are for you! However if you want or need more details then feel free to read the rest:) Because of the old wood floors and because we all like to live on nice clean area rugs, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE YOUR SHOES WHEN INSIDE. This place is really fit for ONLY ONE PERSON OR COUPLE. No kids or animals at this place please. EXTRA PERSON $50/night, $100/week or $200/month BUT please MESSAGE ME FIRST. IF ANY EXTRA PERSON(s) NOT ON RESERVATION SHOWS UP WITHOUT FIRST CLEARING IT WITH ME, YOUR RESERVATION WILL BE CANCELED AND NO REFUND GIVEN. Sorry to be so strict, but there have been way too many dishonest people, parties/gatherings too large for our old plumbing to properly handle. And PETS are NOT allowed on this property without prior permission. ***ADDITIONAL “HOUSE RULES” and FEES if BROKEN: (sorry, I know these seem strict and unnecessary but Airbnb says I need to post them here with fees if violated so there’s full-disclosure then those who disregard them can be charged) -NO SMOKING or pot inside $350 -NO PARTIES or unauthorized events $500 -NO UNREGISTERED/UNDECLARED EXTRA GUESTS not included in total OR ANIMALS on property; $50 each per day plus reservation will be canceled and no refund given. -IF YOU ARE AUTHORIZED TO BRING AN ANIMAL please do not leave it unattended. -MAKE A MESS PLEASE CLEAN IT UP. Excessively dirty additional cleaning fee $150. -LATE UNAUTHORIZED CHECK-IN OR CHECK-OUT $150 NO THIRD PARTY BOOKINGS; the person who books must stay AND arrive first since they have all reservation, check in details/photos and house rules at their disposal. There may an exception allowed so don’t hesitate to ask BEFORE booking. BROKEN HOUSE RULES WILL CAUSE RESERVATION TO BE CANCELED WITHOUT REFUND. You will then be asked to leave or charged with trespassing. In addition, if house is unable to be rerented because of smoke, smell or damage OR because additional cleaning is needed because of broken house rule(s) you will also be required to pay for the lost revenue. NO OUTSIDE SHOES INSIDE; please remove at door. ONLY TOILET PAPER IN TOILET USE WHITE TOWELS on clean hands, bodies and dishes ONLY; old work towels with a BLACK X in corner are left in laundry area for messes. There are also black “makeup” wash clothes available. NO VIDEO OR PHOTOGRAPHY on property without permission WE HAVE THE RIGHT to immediately enter house to remedy an issue you say is not right. JUST ASK:) If our check-out and/or check-in times are inconvenient, don’t hesitate to request a bit earlier check-in or a little later check-out. Many times we have 5-6 Airbnb’s with same day changeovers and that’s daunting for my housekeepers. If they have a normal day then we’d be happy to try to accommodate you a bit (1 HOUR MAX ON EACH END PLEASE) Otherwise, thank you in advance for understanding and honoring our posted check-in and check-out times. HOWEVER, if still available, you can always book the night before or after and then arrive or depart whenever you’d like. Or with some notice, WE CAN POSSIBLY HAVE IT READY BY NOON for half the nightly rate. But we simply can’t clean most places inside and out properly for you or the next guest if we don’t stick by the posted check-in and check-out times. Also, it doesn’t help to request either, way in advance as there are always last-minute bookings. SUNDAY SPECIAL if you’re booked for a Saturday night AND SUNDAY NIGHT IS STILL OPEN, you may be able to take advantage of the “SLEEP-IN-STAY-LATE SUNDAY SPECIAL”; just let me know before checkout time and I’ll eventually request $50(0-1 bed), $75(2-2.5 bed) or $100(3-4 bed) through Airbnb’s Resolution Center so you can use your preferred payment method; YOU CAN THEN STAY AS LATE AS 3PM; otherwise HOUSEKEEPERS WILL BE THERE AT 10AM. There’s a 1 DAY MINIMUM BUT A 14 DAY MAXIMUM currently in the booking setup. You can reserve longer but this works best for us and the plants BUT feel free to appeal; I’m always open to reconsidering and can change the booking setting for you. ACTUAL ADDRESS WILL BE SENT 30 MINUTES BEFORE CHECK IN. Our homes do not show up accurately on Airbnb‘s location map so PLEASE MESSAGE ME AGAIN THEN AND EXACT ADDRESS WILL BE SENT along with directions, helpful tips on where to park and the keyless entry code if I can’t meet you there. (You can use “Downtown Turlock” in GPS before then, but if this causes anxiety, please don’t book; it’s how we do any last-minute additional deep-cleaning, watering and make sure yards and outside living spaces are ready without having to disturb you later. Plus, once I know your ETA I can stay by my phone just in case you get lost or can’t get inside using the keyless entry. SO PLEASE MESSAGE OR TEXT ME when you’re 30 min away from DOWNTOWN TURLOCK. AND THANK YOU in advance FOR NOT SHOWING UP EARLY; it sort of freaks out the housekeepers. BUGS AND SPIDERS: I am personally more concerned about the toxic chemicals used when spraying to kill and prevent such things so please keep that in mind BEFORE booking. However, we proactively clean and vacuum webs outside and use bait whenever possible but just a heads-up, you STILL may occasionally see these critters outside. FREIGHT TRAINS: if you’re not familiar with Downtown Turlock (as well as most Central Valley towns) there are trains that run through day and night. Those that live here don’t even notice their warning whistles however others, especially out of town guests might. Some think it’s wonderfully nostalgic yet others may be startled by the unfamiliar noise. MINUT HAS BEEN INSTALLED on ceiling in each of our homes; it offers protection against break-ins but it doesn’t invade privacy. It also monitors, noise, humidity/mold risk, temperature and automatically sends notifications when any are excessive. Please do not tamper with the unit or an alarm will sound and notification sent. We also ask in a time of rolling brown and blackouts that you not lower air conditioner thermostat below 74 or set heater above 72 degrees. SECURITY CAMERAS with recording devices are installed outside in parking and entrance areas ONLY at all our properties. If they are disabled you will be asked to leave immediately and without refund. Crime is not a problem in our neighborhood unless you accidentally leave your vehicle unlocked with tools or valuables inside. Hopefully these cameras will continue to be a good deterrent to any dishonest or illegal activity. Speaking of which, no ILLEGAL ACTIVITY will be tolerated; COPS WILL BE CALLED AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND WITHOUT REFUND. MOST KITCHENS have beyond the basics and are stocked for cooking. However, we also offer other items to those who request them first free of charge. (If you see any of the following items in a listing photo, please know that they may be kept at that house but can be requested then moved to another one.) There’s: -bbqs: 1 small electric grill, several stainless gas (propane) grills -electric crock pot -large and small rice cooker, -4 coffee making options: American drip, French press, pour over, Italian stove top, and Keurig. -citrus juicer, bullet blender, waffle maker, pizza baking stone, George Foreman grill -some baby items including high chairs, gate, toddler bath and riding toys -large serving bowls and platters, ALL FREE IF CHARGE to use but this list can change anytime so if your heart is set on any of the above please inquire and reserve. PRICES are set by another company and they change often. I DO NOT SET NIGHLY RATES.