Reservations

The Pod is reserved by the day – $175.  Booking for 1 night is essentially booking the Pod for a full day and a half day (with the bonus of staying overnight).  Price is total cost (inclusive of all fees/taxes), unless booking through Airbnb, in which case the Airbnb fees and taxes are added to our rates.  We also offer reduced off-season rates for overnight bookings.  Refer to our Airbnb listing for current nightly rates. 

The last-minute half-day getaway option is available to reserve within 2 days of arrival; includes 5 hours use of the property (The Pod and equipment), and the cost is $100.  Reservations can be made for full day use of the Pod within 2 days of arrival as well, by booking both half-day slots. 

NOTE: Day use of the Pod can be booked on our website, but we are currently only taking self-booking overnight reservations via Airbnb. If you would prefer to book an overnight stay directly with us, please contact us to arrange this as our online booking form does not have an overnight option.  You may consider booking directly with us if you would like to save the Airbnb fees, and/or you would like to book an overnight stay with less than 3 days notice (as our Airbnb listing doesn’t accept bookings less than 3 days in advance). 

We accept overnight bookings up to 90 days in advance.  The dates may look unavailable on Airbnb if more than 90 days away, but check back when it’s closer to your travel date.  Our Airbnb listing is set to accept bookings with at least 3 days notice.  However, we may be able to accommodate an overnight booking with less than 3 days notice; please contact us to inquire in this situation.

The last-minute Half-Day Getaway option is only available for bookings within 2 days of arrival. If booking after 4pm for next day, please send us an email or text 709-680-3773 before booking, to confirm we can accommodate your requested arrival time.  We generally do not accept same day reservations, but may be able to accommodate a PM arrival for Half-Day Getaway if our schedule allows – so feel free to send us an email early morning to inquire.  The last-minute getaway option is great for those wanting to check the weather first or to add a stop to your itinerary when exploring the province!

The Full-Day Getaway option can be booked more than 3 days in advance (and up to 90 days in advance), or for last minute bookings, select both half-day timeslots to reserve the full day within 2 days of arrival.  We ask that you send us a quick email to confirm availability of your requested date before proceeding with booking a Full Day Getaway, in case an overnight booking was made via Airbnb within the past few hours and is not yet updated on the website availability calendar (this is especially important in the summer season).

Full Day: 8:30am – 8:30pm
Overnight: 8:30am day of arrival – 1:30pm day of departure
Half Day: 8:30am – 1:30pm OR 3:30pm – 8:30pm
Guests may arrive/depart any time within the times indicated.  Self check-in/check-out with a keypad lock using a code programmed for the times applicable to your reservation.

Reservations for day use may include up to 6 people.  Overnight reservations can accommodate up to 4 people (2 adults and 2 children). Keep in mind this is a small pod; there are no bedrooms or luxury beds – we have comfortable camping cots with adjustable headrest for adults and two benches with lounge cushions for children. The lounge cushions may be used on top of the cots or put together on the floor if not being used on the benches.  We also have air pads (with electric pump) which may be placed on top of the cots for extra cushion, or on the floor for guests who do not want to setup the cots. Linens are provided.  Please note: guests will need to move (push) the table and chairs aside to setup the beds. 

Bookings made via Airbnb will follow the Airbnb cancellation policy.  For bookings made via our website, we offer a full refund (minus $10 processing fee) for cancellations made more than 7 days before arrival. Cancellations between 3-7 days prior to arrival will receive a 50% refund (minus $10 processing fee).  Cancellations within 48 hours of arrival are non-refundable. 

– Pets are not permitted. 
– No smoking of any kind. 
– No parties. Small, non-destructive celebrations are welcome. 
– We ask that any alcohol brought by guests is enjoyed responsibly. 
– We ask that the Pod, equipment and grounds are returned to the condition upon arrival (i.e., return all equipment to it’s designated location, if outside chairs or other items are moved please return them to their original location, etc).  We will collect garbage and dirty dishes if applicable.
– Accidents happen; please inform us if anything is damaged/broken during your stay so we can ensure everything is in safe and working order for the next guests. 

Additional information is provided when reservations are made.  If you have specific questions prior to booking, please send us a message. 

Please refer to the pages on the website for additional information, as well as the Guest Guide provided when reservation is made.  We’re happy to answer any questions you have; feel free to send an email to pondsidepod@gmail.com