FRANKLIN MANOR
Policies & House Information
Franklin Manor is a historic home, and a few thoughtful policies help us preserve its character while creating a comfortable and peaceful stay for everyone.
Please take a moment to review the information below before your stay.
BY BOOKING A RESERVATION WITH US, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO OUR POLICIES.
Our policies are subject to change without notice. In the event of any conflict, the policies listed here on our website shall be deemed the most current and in effect.
Reservations & Cancellations
PAYMENT & RATES
Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise stated in the rate selected.
Rates are subject to change and may vary by season, room, special event, and length of stay.
Promotions, discount offers, and specials do not apply to already booked reservations.
We reserve the right to refuse to accommodate any person at our discretion.
CANCELLATIONS
The cancellation policy varies based upon the rate promotion chosen at the time of booking, and full payment is required at the time the booking is made. (In short, you are choosing your cancellation policy when you book.) All cancellation and refund requests must be made in writing by replying to the original confirmation email or by calling and speaking with someone directly. For the purposes of this policy, the day of arrival is counted as one of the days.
Rate promotions labeled "NONREFUNDABLE" may not be refunded or rescheduled and you are responsible for the full amount of the reservation from the moment the booking is made.
Rate promotions labeled "14 DAY REFUNDABLE" may be refunded up to 14 days before arrival, subject to a 5% ($50 min. per room) refund processing fee, or you may request a reschedule credit with no fee up to 7 days before arrival.
All refunds, regardless of the amount and where permitted by the rate promotion, incur a refund processing of at least 5% ($50 min. per room), regardless of the reason, to cover fees charged by banks to provide the refund--these bank fee costs are passed on to you. Reschedule credits expire automatically 12 months after the date of arrival on the original reservation or sooner, and must be used or forfeited within that time period or before the expiration date noted in the credit issuance email.
No refunds or reschedule credits will be offered for promotions labeled "nonrefundable". No refunds or reschedule credits will be provided for late arrivals/check-ins or early departures/check-outs.
Please review the cancellation terms shown with your selected rate before completing your reservation.
Arrival & Departure
ARRIVAL
Check-in begins after 3:00 PM.
If we are not available to greet you personally, please make yourselves comfortable and settle in.
DEPARTURE
PARKING
Check-out is by 10:00 AM.
Early arrivals and late departures are subject to availability and must be arranged in advance.
Complimentary on-site parking is available along the left side of the driveway and in the designated spaces near the detached garage.
Guests may enter through the main front entrance or the side entrance near the covered driveway.
A noon Late Check-Out option is available for an additional charge. If you continue to occupy the room past 10:00 AM, you will be charged for a Late Check-Out. If you continue to occupy the room after noon, we reserve the right to charge for an additional night or proration thereof at our discretion. If you choose to check out before your confirmed departure date, you will still be responsible for the amount of your entire reservation.
Staying at the Manor
GUESTS AGE 16 & OVER
Franklin Manor welcomes guests age 16 and older. Children under 16 cannot be accommodated.
SHOES AT THE MANOR
To help care for the historic floors and keep the manor comfortable, we ask guests to remove outdoor shoes when entering the house.
REGISTERED GUESTS
Guest rooms and upper-floor guest areas are reserved for registered overnight guests.
SHARED & RESTRICTED SPACES
Guests are welcome to enjoy the parlor, living room, library, dining room, butler’s pantry, and front porch.
The kitchen, basement, and attic are private areas and are not open to guests.
Breakfast & Guest Amenities
BREAKFAST
COFFEE & CONVENIENCES
REFRIGERATOR & WI-FI
Breakfast is served during Winter Carnival and from Memorial Day through the first week of October.
During breakfast season, breakfast is served from 7:00–8:30 AM.
Outside those dates, reservations are offered on a room-only basis and breakfast is not served.
We are not responsible for food-related allergic reactions.
Coffee, tea, and other beverages are available throughout the day in the butler’s pantry.
A small microwave is also available for guest use.
Guest refrigerator space is available on the second floor.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the manor.
Availability of guest amenities, including WiFi and internet access, are subject to conditions beyond our control and are not guaranteed.
Caring for a Historic Home
NO SMOKING OR VAPING
Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere inside Franklin Manor.
NO OPEN FLAME
Candles, incense, and other open flames are strictly prohibited.
PETS
Pets cannot be accommodated.
PROPERTY CARE
Guests are responsible for damage caused during their stay beyond normal wear and tear.
HISTORIC STAIRCASE SAFETY NOTICE
Please note that Franklin Manor is a historic property, and as such, certain architectural features may differ from modern construction standards. In particular, we would like to make you aware that the final step at the base of the main staircase has a landing that is wider and deeper than a standard step. Because the wood finish closely matches the surrounding floor, it may be less visually distinct — especially in low lighting or when carrying items. There are no handrails at this section. For your safety, we kindly ask that you watch your step and take extra care when using the stairs. By entering and staying at Franklin Manor, you acknowledge this notice and accept personal responsibility for your safety while on the property.
Privacy & Liability
PRIVACY POLICY
We respect your right to privacy. Any information you give us is held with the utmost care and security and will not be used in a manner to which you have not consented. We will not sell, rent or loan the identities or any other personal and identifiable information of our guests. By making a reservation, you are opting-in to receive important information about your stay via text message (including contactless check-in procedures, for example).
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Guests will be held responsible for property damages and special cleaning charges resulting from negligence, carelessness, misuse of the property, or failure to adhere to these policies. The credit card on file will be charged for any excessive damage beyond usual wear and tear. The minimum damage charge is $250.
LIABILITY WAIVER
Neither the property owners nor managers nor staff are responsible for any personal injury, property damage, and/or theft. By staying at the property, guests agree to hold the property owners, managers, and staff harmless in the case of any injury, death, or damage, including infectious diseases.
