Welcome to Takundewide

Welcome to our community! Takundewide Homeowners Association (THOA) property is for the enjoyment of owners, their families, and their rental guests. Thank you for helping us keep the property safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone.

Parking, Roads & Vehicles

Takundewide has seven parking lots. Please park in the lot closest to your cottage (see Property Map).

To protect the grounds and ensure safe access:

All motor vehicles must remain on roads, driveways, and designated parking areas.
Motorized vehicles may not be parked on lawns except for temporary overflow parking.
If parking lots are full, park on lawn adjacent to driveway until a parking space becomes available.

Parking Limits

Cottage rentals: One overnight parking space per bedroom
Boat space/mooring rentals: One parking space per rented boat space or mooring

Boats & Trailers

Boats and trailers must be parked only in designated areas on Boathouse Road (see Property Map).

Septic System

THOA uses septic systems. Please help us protect them.

Flush only toilet paper and natural waste.

Do not flush:

Wipes (including “flushable” wipes)
Feminine hygiene products
Paper towels
Napkins
Cotton swabs
Trash or other items

Laundry Facilities

A coin-operated laundry room is available for the exclusive use of residents. It is located in the building behind the small playground (see Property Map).

Please:

Do not use bleach or fabric dyes.
Remove laundry promptly when finished.
Clean counters, sinks, and dryer lint screens after use.

Use of the machines is at your own risk. Management and property owners are not responsible for damaged or lost items.

Fireplaces

For your safety:

Never burn charcoal in the fireplace.
Open the damper before lighting a fire and keep it open until the fire is completely extinguished.
Keep firewood and other combustible materials away from the fire.
Always use the fireplace screen.
Never leave a fire unattended.

Pets

Pets may not be permitted in some cottage rentals; check with owner.
Pets may not sleep outside overnight.
Pets must remain leashed while on the property.
Pets are not permitted on the beach or in the swimming area.
Owners must clean up after their pets.

Trash & Recycling

Trash and recycling containers are provided outside each cottage.

Dispose of waste only in the containers assigned to your cottage.
Common areas do not have trash receptacles. Please carry waste back to your cottage for disposal.

Pickup Schedule

Trash and recycling are collected on:

Tuesdays
Fridays

(Holiday schedules may vary.)

Beach

Chairs and chaise lounges are available at the beach and grassy area behind the beach.

Please help keep the beach clean and enjoyable:

Remove all personal belongings after each visit.
Items left on the beach may be removed.
Dispose of trash and recycling only at your cottage.
Pets are not permitted on the beach.
Please do not feed the ducks.

Swimming Safety

There are no lifeguards on duty. Swimming is at your own risk.

For everyone’s safety:

Never swim alone.
At least two adults should be present when the beach is in use.
Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Swimmers should move to the dock when boats are arriving or departing.
Boats and personal watercraft are not permitted inside the swimming area.

Boathouse Sundecks

Adirondack chairs and umbrellas are available on the boathouse sundecks.

Umbrellas

To open umbrellas, gently lift the spokes. To close them, push up on the center collar.

Please close and secure umbrellas when:

Leaving the area
Wind conditions increase

Sundeck Safety

Do not step on the steel cables along the outer north sundeck railings.
Bicycles are not permitted on the sundecks.
Remove personal belongings after use.
The private sundecks at Cottages #1 and #8 are reserved exclusively for those cottage occupants and their guests.

Docks & Moorings

Each boat slip and mooring is assigned to a specific owner or rental guest.

Boat Spaces

Never use another person’s boat slip or mooring, even if it appears vacant.
Boats and dock boxes are private property.
Only board your own boat.
Do not open, use, or place items on another person’s dock box.

Dock Safety

Docks may be slippery when wet.
Wear appropriate footwear to prevent splinters and slips.
Limit engine idling to the time necessary for maneuvering and safety checks.
When swimmers are nearby, sound your horn and ensure the area is clear before backing out.

Keeping Docks Clear

Please remove all personal belongings after use, including but not limited to:

Fishing equipment
Bait buckets
Inflatable toys
Life jackets
Inflatable boats

Items left on docks may be removed.

Docking Courtesy

Avoid blocking access for neighboring boats.
Do not tie up boats on the north or south sides of the outer main docks, as this blocks access to covered slips.

Visitor Boats

Visitors may temporarily tie up boats on the west side of the two outer main docks, when space is available, for a few hours. Overnight docking is not permitted in these temporary visitor boat spaces.

Personal Watercraft

Jet skis and boats must remain outside the swimming area and should be secured in their assigned slips when not in use.

Seasonal Boat Space & Mooring Rentals

Seasonal boat space and mooring rentals include:

One parking space per rented boat space or mooring
Access to the public restroom (see Property map)
Use of the designated trash receptacle near restroom

Please note:

Cottage trash containers are for the cottage occupants only.
Property recreational amenities are not included.
Swimming and recreation from rental boat spaces/moorings are not permitted.
Overnight sleeping on boats is not permitted.

Tennis & Pickleball Courts

The tennis and pickleball courts are located in the northeast corner of the property (see Property Map) and are available to all residents of Takundewide.

Access codes are provided by the owner of your rental property.
Do not give your code to outside visitors.
When people are waiting, please limit court time to 90 minutes.
Bicycles, skates, rollerblades, and similar equipment are not permitted on the courts.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM.

Please keep noise to a minimum during these hours.

Smoking & Fireworks

Fireworks are prohibited anywhere on Takundewide property.
Smoking is permitted only outside cottage and is not allowed on the beach or sundecks.

Thank you for helping to keep Takundewide a welcoming and enjoyable place for all owners, guests, and visitors.

Fire and Medical Emergency Contact Information

Call 911, say you are in Cleverdale (in town of Queensbury) and give the following drive names:

For South Docks and Cottages #1,#2, #3, #10, #12, #14, and #31: Seneca Drive
For North Docks, Beach and Cottages #4,#5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #11: Onondaga Drive
For Cottages #13, #15, #27, #28 and #29: Tuscarora Drive
For Cottages #16, #17, #18, #19, #26, and #30: Cayuga Drive
For Cottages #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, and #25: Oneida Drive
For The Mason House: 40 Boathouse Road

RENTAL GUEST INFORMATION

Each cottage/home is privately owned and individually furnished.

Please enter only the cottage assigned to you.
Do not move furniture, furnishings, or other items between cottages.
Outdoor furniture is provided for each rental; please do not use furniture belonging to neighboring cottages even if it is not in use.
Indoor furniture must remain inside.

Occupancy Limits

Occupancy must not exceed two guests per bedroom, plus two additional guests. (Town of Queensbury STR Law). Each property’s maximum occupancy may be less than the town’s maximum. For Takundewide Management’s rental guests, maximum occupancy is noted in the cottage descriptions on the web-site.

For safety and compliance reasons, overnight accommodations outside the assigned rental are not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, tents, RVs, vans, campers, or similar arrangements.

Minimum Stays

From May 15 to September 15, there is a four consecutive night minimum stay requirement (Town of Queensbury STR Law). Each property’s minimum stay may be longer than the town’s minimum. For Takundewide Management’s rental guests, minimum stays are 1 week (6 consecutive nights during June, July and August).

Check-in/Check-out

Your vacation rental will be ready by 4:00 PM on Saturday during July and August. During other months, check-in will be communicated to you by email. Upon arrival, you will go directly to the vacation rental property. Entry instructions and directions will be emailed to you as soon as your property is ready for check-in. Check-in information.

Check-out is by noon on Friday during July and August. During other months, check-out will be communicated to you by email. Follow the check-out instructions we will email to you a day ahead and we will waive cleaning fees ($250 plus NYS sales tax).

Day Visitors

Rental guests, while a THOA resident, may have occasional daytime visitors.

Non-resident visitors may not use the property on a regular, daily basis.
Large groups of visitors should bring their own lawn and beach chairs.
Day visitors may temporarily tie up a boat on the west side of the two main docks, if space is available, for few hours (but not overnight)

Being a Good Neighbor

Please be respectful of neighboring owners and residents.

Stay within common areas and your assigned rental area.
Private property includes the land extending approximately 10 feet around each cottage, the lakeside areas of Cottages #1, #6, #7, and #8, and the yard and driveway surrounding The Mason House.
Keep outdoor gatherings away from neighboring cottages.
Pick up and organize the area around your cottage at the end of each day.

Gatherings

Large gatherings must be pre-approved by Takundewide Homeowners Association board of directors. Requests must be submitted in advance and must include the following information:

Time and duration (quiet time is 10 PM to 9 AM)
Maximum number of people
Location (gathering may not block access of others to use beach or docks)
If you plan to use a small pop-up tent, include size and location of it.
Maximum number of cars and parking instructions for guests.

Town of Queensbury Short-Term Rental Law:

Under the Town of Queensbury Local Laws, property owners of short-term rentals (less than 30 consecutive days) must be registered with the Warren County Treasurer’s Office and must collect and remit 4% occupancy tax. The full text can be accessed at: Short-Term Rental Info – Town of Queensbury

To comply with the town law, Rental Guests must be informed that Short-Term Rentals are subject to the following rules:

Quiet hours are 10 PM to 8 AM (NOTE: Takundewide Homeowners quiet time is 10 PM to 9 AM)
The following behaviors are prohibited: Fighting, violence, tumultuous or threatening behavior, unreasonable noise, abusive or obscene language or gestures in public

Under the Town of Queensbury Local Laws §115-5, penalties for violations of any provision of Chapter 115, or any rules or regulations adopted pursuant to Chapter 115, include a fine of up to $950 for each offense and/or a ticket and summons and complaint directing a designated person to appear in court.

You acknowledge and agree that you, each member of your party, and your visitors have read and will follow Town of Queensbury Short-term Rental Rules and THOA Property rules, and you agree that you are responsible for any violations reasonably attributable to you, your party, or your guests, of Chapter 115 of the Local Laws of the Town of Queensbury, and any other applicable laws, rules or regulations including the THOA Property Rules

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Rental Guest Signature and Date