Welcome to DrummondOnline!

You are responsible for the people in your party; make sure they get a copy of these terms.

There are 3 ways to make a reservation

Go to the home online and click the "book online" button.
Call or email us and we will enter everything for you,
Or you can go the agreement form; fill it in and fax it to the # on it

When Booking a home online To check availability before you book a home, click the link to the calendar, or call us and we will check for you. Our calendars are updated after each reservation.

Do not book online if you plan to arrive within 2 days. Your reservation may not be confirmed, and you may not have a place to stay.

You will receive an email with instructions on how to finalize your reservation.

Do not reserve less than a week Mid June thru August, call Northern Properties. A week is normally Saturday to Saturday during July & August. Some homes may differ. Check the calendars, or contact us.

If you make a reservation and don't show up, you are responsible for the entire balance.

Checking-In Check in time is 3pm or later during summer months. During any other time of year, you may arrive earlier. Call or email for more information. (cabin.reservations@yahoo.com)

Balance is due on arrival, not departure. All prices are "plus tax". Rates for each home are clearly posted on the site. We accept checks, cash, or money orders for final payment. There is a 3% fee for paying your balance on a credit card; that fee does not apply to deposits.

DIRECTIONS TO NORTHERN PROPERTIES OFFICE: When you get off the ferry, follow the main road (M-134, also called Channel Rd) 7.5 miles, it's a log building on the left, next to the Bakery.

To check in after hours There is a Check-in box and a Rent Box on the side of our building. There will be an envelope with everything you need for checking in. Leave payment in the Rent box, or call to make other arrangements.

Weekly rentals: The description of each home lists what the deposit amount is, $250 or $500.

Daily rentals: $100-$150, Non-refundable during our Peak Seasons. During off peak seasons we keep a booking fee of $50.

Woodsmoke units: The deposit for a Woodsmoke Unit is the cost of one nights stay. This deposit is non-refundable.

Cancelling a weekly rental during Peak Season: Deposits are non-refundable unless we are able to fill your spot. There is a $100 cancellation fee. We will let you know, or you can check our online calendar. We are sorry for the inconvenience, but if a home is being held for you, we are turning others away.

Cancelling a weekly rental during Off Peak Season: Deposits are refundable, minus a cancellation/booking fee. That fee depends on your deposit amount.

Paying your Deposit If we have not received the deposit within 10 days; we will cancel the reservation, unless other arrangements have been made. We accept Visa, Mastercard, & Discover.

If you booked the home online, you will receive an email on how to pay the deposit; or call 906-493-5930 to make arrangements.

To pay your remaining deposit by check; send to the address below, along with this form. (Click on that link for the form)

Sales Tax
6% Michigan sales tax and 2% room tax will be added to all rentals.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ADD A CLEANING FEE FOR STAYS THAT ARE LESS THAN 3 NIGHTS.

Checking out
Check-Out time is 9am during peak season, Off Peak check-out time is 11am. If you know that you are departing earlier than 9am, please let us know so we can schedule it early.

Housekeeping will show up shortly after check out time. If your unapproved late check-out interferes with our housekeeping schedule, you will be charged $50 per hour.

Guests are expected to perform reasonable cleaning during your stay, there is a check list below. If the rental home takes longer than usual to clean after your departure; there will be an additional cleaning fee charged to the credit card on file. Cleaning fees are based on the size of the home.

We DO inspect the homes for damages and missing items after each guest. If you take the key with you; please return it or there will be a fee to change the locks.

Please try not to leave your personal belongings in the home. We will have to charge a fee for shipping things back to you, plus postage.

Before you check out:

wash and put away all dishes, or start dishwasher
sweep floors
take garbage outside to containers
throw out left-over food from fridge
put furniture back
clean up inside and outside after your pet
clean BBQ grill
leave wet towels on bathroom floor or in the tub/shower
leave key where instructed
check the home for belongings

If you would like to pay for extra cleaning and not worry about the check-out list, notify us in advance.

Trash Removal Please have your trash in the garbage cans outside of the home, we will come by during the week to collect it. We will not collect trash that is too large for the can, or trash containing animal remains. Your credit card will be billed for any trash that we could not dispose of in our regular dumpster.

Non-Smoking Homes If you or your guests smoke inside of a non-smoking home; you will be billed for the cost to restore the home to 'non-smoking'. Costs involved might be: washing all blankets & pillows, window treatments, furniture, and for the labor.

Capacity & Guests Do not go over the amount of people that is allowed in the home. Kids are considered people too, other than babies in cribs. No campers allowed. Please get permission ahead of time for guests & pets arriving during the week.

Neighbors Please remember that your rental home is located in a quiet neighborhood. No loud parties after 11pm, no fireworks, no trespassing on property that is not part of your rental home. If you are not sure, please ask!

Pet Policy (all pets must be approved)

Each unit lists whether or not pets are allowed. For the units listing INQUIRE, please contact our office to see if your pet meets the owner's requirements.
There is a charge of $70 extra per week, or $10 per day, per pet.
If you are staying one night, the pet fee is $20
Let us know when reserving, if you are bringing a pet, and how many.
If you bring a pet and do not report it, we will charge your credit card for required fees.
If you bring a pet to a "no pet home" the fee is $200, plus the cost to restore the home to a 'no pet home'.
We reserve the right to refuse pets, even in a home that allows pets.
You must clean up after your pet, inside and outside. If you need a shovel we would be happy to supply you with one.

Boats, Dock space If your rental home says it comes with a free fishing boat, they are 14 foot aluminum boats with NO MOTOR. You can bring a motor, or rent one. Northern Properties does not own motors; we would be happy to help you find one to rent.

Please do not show up with a boat without talking to us regarding water levels. We cannot guarantee that the dock at your rental home will accommodate your boat, or that the water level is high enough. We can help you find a fishing boat or pontoon to rent. The homes do not have ramps. You'll have to put the boat in at a Marina. Northern Properties does not deliver boats. If you rent a boat from a Marina you are responsible for making arrangements with them. When you check in, we will show you a map of where your home is, and where the business is that you rented the boat from.

Non-Sufficient Funds A service charge of $30.00 will be charged for any NSF check. We can not re-deposit. You must send a certified check or money order for the amount of check + $30.00 fee.

Telephone, Internet and Satellite Pay Per View Homes with a phone do not have long distance. You must use a calling card or call collect. Do not order Pay Per View channels on the Satellite TV. A $25.00 collection fee will be charged in addition to charges on a phone or satellite bill. The Library has internet access. Our office has wireless and fax services available for a fee.

Hot Tub Units

Supervise your children at all times, while using the hot tub.
Hot tubs are not to be used as a pool.
Your hot tub has been serviced before your arrival.
Northern Properties and the homeowners will not be held responsible for injuries that occur while using a hot tub; use of a hot tub is at your own risk.
Do not bring items into the hot tub that can get caught in the filter, such as toys.
If you damage a hot tub, you will be held responsible for any charges that are incurred for fixing it.
The cover must be replaced after each use.
If you leave the hot tub excessively dirty, or we find clothing/toys in the filter, there will be a $45 fee for draining and cleaning the hot tub.
Showering off before getting into the hot tub will help keep your tub clean.
The hot tub covers are not made to stand on, they cost around $250 or more to replace!

Furnishings and Equipment Individually owned, each unit reflects the taste of it's owner. All homes are equipped with basic items such as linens, pillows, blankets, 1 Color TV, pots/pans, microwaves, toasters, coffee makers, dishes and anything you should need for preparing meals. Specialty items vary, call for details pertaining to each home.
We supply a limited amount of towels, and 1 set of sheets for your weekly stay. Please do not use the extra sheets unless you are prepared to wash them. We supply enough toilet paper and paper towel to get you started, you are responsible for the rest of your stay. If you forgot something, the grocery store has everything you should need. If you forget your hair dryer or clothes iron, we probably have one you can borrow.

Things to bring

Toiletries
Paper Products (we give one extra roll of toilet paper per bathroom)
Soap/Shampoo (we only supply hand soap)
Laundry soap
Beach Towels or extra towels for hot tub (we supply a limited amount)
Charcoal; if your home has a charcoal grill (we supply propane)
Drinking water (most of the island has hard water)
Binoculars for view wildlife and freighters

NOTE: Do not bring portable Air Conditioners-they are not allowed without permission.

Damages, malfunctioning equipment If there is a problem due to MALFUNCTIONING EQUIPMENT, report it immediately, (do not fix things on your own) whenever possible - do not leave your report until check-out, for that will affect the next guests. We will do our best to fix or replace malfunctioning items.

We do not issue refunds for problems with Satellite TV, phone, VCR/DVD players, hot tubs, games/pool tables, or anything else that is not considered a necessity. We will make every effort to have repairs done ASAP, however there are limited service contractors in our area.

You will be held responsible for any damages to the rental home or property, caused by you or your guests. Homes are inspected after each guest.

Many homes have a locked closet that belongs to the owner. Tampering with locked doors will result in a charge to your credit card.