Guest Information and FAQs
This page provides property and operational information from frequently asked questions.
Access our online Digital Guidebook to learn more about attractions, resources, and recommendations for guests to enjoy your stay on Lake Erie, North East, and the City of Erie Pennsylvania.
House Rules
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4:00 pm Check-In, 10:00 am Check-Out - guests must depart by this time or be subject to fees
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Check-In with Smart Lock Keypad
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Six overnight Guests Maximum, including children
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This property is suitable for children under supervision, but is not infant-protected
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No parties, events or gatherings are allowed at this property
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Respect our neighbors with Quiet Hours from 10pm to 8am
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Commercial photography and filming on this property is not permitted
- NO-smoking policy is strictly enforced. This applies to vaping as well.
- If the smell of smoke is detected at check-out, there will be an additional $500 fee applied, to account for the cost of the smoke removal via ozone machine.
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Door Lock Operation
How to Unlock the Front Door:
Enter your code on the circular keypad and press the “Ultraloq” button at the bottom of the keypad, the lock will unlock the door. Your code will only operate the lock during the date and time of your confirmed reservation.
How to Lock the Front Door:
No access code is needed, just press the “Ultraloq” button at the bottom of the circular keypad and the door will lock. Re-entry is available anytime during your scheduled stay by following the same instructions above for “Unlocking the Front Door”.
TV Streaming Service
The property has three televisions, each offering over 40 channels of live-streaming content from Sling TV.
​General Instructions:
Press the "Home" button (icon of a house) navigate to the Sling icon and press "OK" to view the live content.
Eco-friendly LED Lighting, Ceiling Fans
and Automated Lighting
The home is equipped with eco-friendly LED lighting. This accent lighting can often have a 3-5 second delay before the lights illuminate after you have turned the switch on.
This delay is frequently observed with the shelf LED lighting by the fireplace, the kitchen cabinet accent LEDs, and the DC ceiling fans. This delayed operation is normal for this type of eco-friendly lighting.
Integrated Device Charging is available for USB-A and USB-C devices throughout the home. You can conveniently charge most devices without the need of an additional charger. Just plug your cable into the corresponding built-in port located in the center of the wall outlet (see image below).​​
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Automated Lighting:
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The outside front door lights operate from dusk until dawn but can be turned on or off manually using the wall switch to the right of the front door.
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The kitchen accent lighting inside and under the cabinets turn on around 4pm and turn off around 11pm. These lights can be turned on or off manually using the wall switch to the right of the kitchen sink.
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The outdoor gazebo string lights are fully automated and cannot be manually turned on or off. They illuminate around 4pm and turn off around 10:30pm. There are outlets in the gazebo for your convenience those outlets have integrated USB-A and USB-C chargers.
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Arcade accent lighting (LEDs, signage, icon graphics, etc) is fully automated and cannot be turned on or off by the guest. This lighting turns on around noon and off around 10pm. We are happy to turn this lighting on/off as frequently as you like or for the duration of your stay. Just send us a text at (814)314-9150.
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Automating lighting times will vary based on the seasonal variation of the sunset. ​
Complimentary Guest Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Guest Network: ErieApartmentHomes Guest
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Wi-Fi Password (case sensitive):
Guest@11786
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We even have outdoor Wi-Fi antennas to ensure you have high-speed coverage property-wide.
Thermostat - Heating and Cooling
Our Honeywell smart thermostat follows a preset schedule, but it allows you to easily adjust the temperature to ensure your comfort. We've provided these instructions to ensure you can adjust the temperature for your personal comfort at any time.
First, use MODE to select Heat or Cool
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​First Image:
The current home temperature is shown in the center with the largest numbers, to the right of the current temperature (circled in yellow) is how you adjust to a higher or lower temperature.
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Second Image:
The center info will change once you adjust the temperature, be sure "Permanent" is selected before pressing "Done" (circled in red). This will force the thermostat to maintain the temperature you select. Failure to select "Permanent" will allow the thermostat to move back into the pre-programmed schedule.
Pop-A-Shot Game Modes
Everyone loves Game Mode 1 (Standard Play) but there are 16 game modes to enjoy. Tug-of-Ward is one of our favorites.
Follow this link and scroll down the page to check out videos for each of the games listed below.
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Game Mode 1 - Standard Play
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Game Mode 2 - Overtime
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Game Mode 3 - Sudden Death
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Game Mode 4 - Intermediate
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Game Mode 5 - Solo
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Game Mode 6 - Free Play
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Game Mode 7 - Team
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Game Mode 8 - Cross Court
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Game Mode 9 - Chrisscross
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Game Mode 10 - Skeet Shooting
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Game Mode 11 - Sharp Shooter
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Game Mode 12 - Double or Nothing
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Game Mode 13 - Scoring Streak
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Game Mode 14 - Tug of War
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Game Mode 15 - Around the World
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Game Mode 16 - Tournament​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Arcade Game Selection
Our arcade style console games each offer many games to choose from, offering over 30 different games. Compete as a team, head-to-head, or for the high score.
The console games should be left on at all times. Just turn the volume to ZERO if uninterested. If the arcade console games are off, the power switch is clearly labeled on the control panel of each console. Please allow 3-5 minutes for each unit to fully boot up before play can begin.​​
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Joust
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Mortal Kombat
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Mortal Kombat II
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Mortal Kombat 3
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Ultimate MK3
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Toobin
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Rampage
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Wizard of Wor
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Gauntlet
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Rootbeer Tapper
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Defender
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Bubbles
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Paperboy
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Klax
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Pac-Mania
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Pac-Man
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Pac & Pal
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Super Pac-Man
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Pac-Man Plus
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Pac-Land
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Galaga
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Galaxian
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Galaga '88
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Mappy
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Dig Dug
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Dig Dug II
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Rompers
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Rolling Thunder
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Big Buck Hunter Pro
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Big Buck Hunter Safari
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Buck Hunter Safari Outback
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Buck Hunter Pro Open Season
Arcade accent lighting (LEDs, signage, icon graphics, etc) is fully automated and cannot be turned on or off by the guest. This lighting turns on around Noon and off around 10pm. We are happy to turn this lighting on/off as frequently as you like or for the duration of your stay.
Just send us a text at (814)314-9150.
Guest Parking
The driveway can accommodate 2 vehicles. If your group is coming with more than two, extra vehicles can be placed in the grass parallel to Old Lake Road and the small evergreen trees.
DO NOT pull between the trees or in any other area of the yard. The extra available parking area, between the fire hydrant and the street sign, is 13 feet wide by 40 feet long. This area can accommodate two vehicles for a total of four vehicles (maximum) at the property.
DO NOT park on the side of the road with the grape vines or block any grape vines, your car will be towed WITHOUT warning!
Beach and Water Access
During summer months, our property provides direct access to our private beach utilizing our wooden stairs down the bluff. Then down the aluminum stairs from the top of the lake wall to the beach and waterfront. These commercial grade stairs are not difficult to transition but should be utilized with care, our beach is rocky, we recommend caution for anyone with mobility challenges.
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​After October (November thru April) the aluminum stairs are removed due to unexpected weather conditions. Access to the water can be reached utilizing the community access (head south down Old Lake Road) just a few homes away (pictured in the image.)
Gas Fireplace and Remote Operation
The fireplace remote control (pictured in the image) is kept to the left of the fireplace, next to the television remote, in a labeled remote control holder. Please return it to this location when not in use. Regardless of whether it is hot or cold outside, the fireplace is ready to operate at any time of the year.
Starting: Point the remote at the fireplace and press "on". The fireplace will light with a small flame. This flame will begin to get brighter and the flame will grow as the unit heats up. Once the unit reaches its preset temperature the blower will automatically activate to circulate the heat.
Stopping: When you are done enjoying the fireplace, simply point the remote at the unit and press "off". The blower will continue to circulate hot air until the unit fully cools down.
WARNING: Do NOT leave the fireplace unoccupied!
Its core purpose is ambiance, mood, and supplemental heat. It is NOT meant as a primary heat source or to replace the use of the central furnace.
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Firepit, Seating, Outdoor Games
The firepit is uniquely located at the top of the bluff. This location offers an unobstructed view of the lake and sunset.
Wood is available for purchase at most local stores including grocery, hardware, and convenience stores. Firewood is not provided but is often left behind, feel free to burn any firewood that has been left onsite.
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You can find foldable yard seating in the storage containers on or near the rear patio. These chairs are intended for use anywhere on the property. You will also find outdoor games like: Cornhole in the storage containers.
Items in these containers are not weather resistant, please return them to the storage overnight or during unexpected weather.
Please keep the storage box lid locked down. We often get strong wind gusts overnight.
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WARNING: Do NOT leave the firepit burning unoccupied, especially overnight. You are responsible for the safety of your group and guests. Please be kind to our space and the environment.
Charcoal Grill, Grilling Utensils,
Picnic Tables and Property Umbrellas
A charcoal grill is available on the back patio. Grilling utensils can be found in the kitchen.
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Charcoal and lighter fluid are available for purchase at most local stores including grocery, hardware, and convenience stores. Charcoal is not provided but is often left behind, feel free to use any charcoal or supplies left onsite. If left behind, this is often kept inside the outdoor storage boxes near the back patio.
Picnic tables and outdoor umbrellas are conveniently located on the property. Please collapse umbrellas overnight, heavy gusts will damage them and/or carry them away. ​
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Due to unpredictable weather, all umbrellas are removed from the property in November.
For Your Safety
First Aid Kit can be found in the closet under the stairs located in the kitchen area.
Fire Extinguisher and Fire Blankets are available to suffocate any unruly fires inside or out. They can be found under the kitchen sink and attached to the storage box on the rear patio used to hold the property camp-style chairs.
To do...before Checking Out
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Close and lock all windows and doors before departing.
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Place the used dishes and utensils in the dishwasher, please close the dishwasher.
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Empty the refrigerator, remove all trash, and place it in the plastic trash bins OUTSIDE near the front street. Trash collection is Friday morning.
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Thank you for staying with us, we hope to host you again!
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