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RESORT RULES & REGULATIONS

FOR FIRE OR EMERGENCY DIAL 911 Give location (Pine Acres Campground, Oakham, MA), your name, and site number

OCCUPANCY: Site occupancy is limited to ONE camping family (1or 2 adults and their unmarried dependent children) OR 4 adults. One camping unit per site. No additional tents or other camping units on site. TENTS are allowed on specific tenting sites only.

CAR PASSES/PARKING – VALID Car passes must be visibly displayed at all times. Two (2) motor vehicles may be parked on a site (space permitted). Additional automobiles and/or visitor autos must be parked in designated visitor parking area(s). Commercial and business vehicles must park in a designated lot, along with any oversized vehicles.

PARKING- BOATS/TRAILERS/VEHICLES: The Resort will supply a designated area to leave boat trailers during the summer months at no charge. NO boat/utility trailer is to be parked on site. The resort assumes no liability including, but not limited to fire, theft, or vandalism to either the boat, trailer, or vehicles.

CHILDREN: Each registered adult is responsible for the conduct of his/her children. Any misconduct including any violent or destructive act by any child will be cause for ejection. Children under 7 years must be accompanied in all buildings and all Resort facilities by an adult and must NOT be left unattended at any time.

WRISTBANDS: MUST be worn at all times while on property to access activities and amenities.

CURFEW: Persons under 18 years must be at a campsite with an adult by 10PM unless attending a campground sanctioned activity or with a parent.

QUIET TIME: Quiet hours are maintained Sunday through Thursday between 10PM and 8AM. Friday and Saturday hours are between 11PM and 8AM.

FIREWOOD: ONLY bundled kiln-dried firewood is allowed. NO CUTTING plants or trees on property.

ALL CAMPFIRES MUST BE EXTINGUISHED BY 12AM. Fires are not to be built anywhere except the fireplace on the site and MUST be attended AT ALL TIMES.  If dry and windy, inquire at the office before you light the fire – in case of a fire ban.

SPEED LIMIT: Speed limit (5 MPH) is strictly enforced throughout the Resort.

VISITORS: ALL visitors must be preregistered by a guest on the property at least 48 hours in advance of arrival and obtain a vehicle pass and wristbands.

  • Day visitors are limited to four (4) people and must be accompanied by one adult camper host while on property. Campers are responsible for their visitors’ actions at all times and authorize us to charge said account for ALL charges.
  • Visiting Hours 9AM – 10PM
  • NO Visiting Pets
  • PLEASE NOTE: The Resort reserves the right to limit the overall number of visitors on the property in order to not overbook the facilities. Visitor rates can change due to demand.
  • Visitor fees are nonrefundable.

FLAGS/SIGNS/BANNERS: Signs, banners or flags of a political, religious, racial or other nature that may illicit a negative response from others are prohibited.

TREES: Nothing may be attached to trees. Please help preserve our trees.

LAUNDRY/CLOTHESLINE: Guests may not hang laundry or clothes outside the camping unit. Please use bumper mounted racks and limit hanging items to beach attire.

OUTDOOR REFRIGERATORS: Are not allowed per Massachusetts General Law c.271 § 46.

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE: Our Resort buildings and amenities are under 24/7 video surveillance. These cameras are in place for the protection of our property and guests.

DRONES: Are not permitted to be operated in the park.

ELECTRONIC RECORDING DEVICES: The use of electronic recording devices, including, but not limited to, doorbell cameras, shall be limited to a Camper’s own site. Recording of neighboring sites and/or other areas is prohibited. The use of such devices that record sound is prohibited and a possible violation of Massachusetts General Law c. 272 § 99

BICYCLES/SKATEBOARDS/SCOOTERS: Use is permitted until dusk. Use caution and NO riding on hills. Campers 16 and under are required to wear a helmet per Massachusetts state law. Must be used responsibly.

MOTORIZED/ UNREGISTERED VEHICLES/PRIVATELY OWNED GOLF CARTS are prohibited.

SMOKING/ALCOHOL: Smoking and vaping are only allowed on guest’s own site as long as it is done so in a way that will not directly or indirectly impact the experience of other guests. Smoking and vaping are prohibited in restroom and shower facilities, indoor facilities, common areas, and any outdoor amenities.  Alcohol is permitted by legal drinking age adults as long as it is done so in a way that will not directly or indirectly impact the experience of other guests.  Alcohol must be consumed in a responsible manner.  Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited.

FIREARMS/FIREWORKS: NO fireworks or firearms are allowed in the Resort.

DUMPSTERS: Containers are for camping generated refuse ONLY and are located throughout the park (see Map). Cardboard boxes are to be flattened and/or cut up before disposing in the waste bins. Large articles such as such as furniture, bedding, appliances, etc. are not to be placed in the waste bins.  Contact the Resort office for disposal options and locations.  Failure to comply will result in a $100 fine.

CAR & RV WASHING: On site is prohibited.

PROPERTY:  Personal property should be secured at all times. We are not responsible for lost, stolen, or items left behind or damages.  We may occasionally experience outages including water, electric, cable, wireless internet and any other utilities that may apply, which are beyond our control.  No refunds or compensation will be given for any outages. We do not refund due to weather (wind, hail, rain, etc.).

APPROPRIATE language and acceptable clothing must be maintained at all times. LOUD music and/or any behavior considered NOT good camping “etiquette” is NOT permitted.

COURTESY:  Please be courteous to your neighbors and our staff. We reserve the right to maintain a comfortable atmosphere in the park and have the right to eject without prior notice anyone who, in our judgment, creates a disturbance or nuisance, or deliberately breaks the rules. There is ZERO TOLERANCE for all forms of aggressive behavior. Incidents may result in expulsion and removal from the Resort and be reported to the local authorities for investigation and prosecution.  No refunds or rebates will be given as a result of expulsion and removal for aggressive behavior.

Campers will be liable for any and all damages caused to property of the Resort. NO REFUNDS of fees will be made in such an event.

Pool Rules

  • The pools and hot tub are not monitored by a lifeguard. Swim and enjoy at your own risk. All children under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult when using the pool and amenities. Hot tub is for persons 18+ WRISTBANDS must be worn.
  • Bathing suits with built-in ring, life vests, and arm bands are the only floatation devices allowed in the pool. NO toys, balls, or other devices allowed in the pool or pool area.

Petiquette For Dogs (And Their People)

Registered family friendly pets are welcome and must be accompanied at all times (Limit two dogs and/or cats per site). Dogs may NOT be tied up and/or left alone, MUST be cleaned up after and are not allowed to be walked by children. Short (6-foot maximum), non-retractable leashes are required on property. Registered campers may be asked to leave if a pet is a disturbance.

Pet owners must have current rabies vaccination certificate(s) available. NO pets allowed in buildings and/or Resort facilities, food areas and swimming and/or beach areas other than Dog Beaches. Dog runs or pens are prohibited.

VISITORS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BRING ANY PETS of any kind into the park. It is the camping guest’s responsibility to inform all visitors of this information.

Deposit & Refund Policies

  • Advance reservations strongly recommended.
  • Must be 21 years of age for all rental unit reservations
  • Holiday weekends require a minimum stay.
  • Reservations require a payment in full at the time of booking with a credit card.
  • All reservations are subject to a $10.00 non-refundable reservation fee.
  • Confirmation of reservation will be e-mailed after payment is received.
  • If your payment is not received within the specified time, we will assume that you no longer want the reservation, and it will be cancelled without notice.
  • We do our best to honor site requests whenever possible. However, we are unable to guarantee specific site numbers for rental units or stays less than one week. We also reserve the right to change sites without notification.
  • All cancellations and/or changes to reservation are subject to a $50 service fee.
  • Refunds are given if notified of cancellation one month or more prior to the reservation arrival date by email or phone.
  • Cancellations made within one month but prior to 7 nights of your arrival are given a courtesy (no cash value) credit.
  • NO refund or credit is available if you cancel within 7 nights prior to your arrival date, if you do not show up, or if you leave early. We do not refund due to weather (wind, hail, rain, etc.)
  • There is a $50 returned check fee.
  • Security Deposit: $100 due at the time of check-in for all Cabins and RVs. A credit card and valid drivers license in the name of the reservation must be presented at check-in. All rentals are considered to be “Good Housekeeping”. They are clean when you check in, and we ask they are that way when you vacate. Camper liability is not limited to the security deposit.
  • We accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and most Debit Cards. Regretfully, we cannot accept personal or business checks during your stay or at the time of check-in. For more information on deposits, click here.

Cell Phones / Wi-Fi Internet Access

Most major cell phone providers get service in various locations throughout the park … please check with your provider to determine your coverage.

WiFi is provided for your convenience ($). The bandwidth here at Pine Acres Resort is limited due to our rural location. Therefore, the WiFi should NOT be expected to function the same as your home or work networks.

Use of the WiFi system constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Use. You must comply with local, state, federal and international laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, copyright and intellectual property rights laws. All campers will be personally responsible for any violations of aforementioned laws and regulations.

Pine Acres Family Camping

Photography

Entrance onto the Resort property constitutes permission for the management of Pine Acres Family Camping Resort (“Resort”) to photograph the guest while on the premises and to use any resulting pictures for any lawful purpose without compensation to the guest.

General Liability

The guest assumes all risk and dangers incidental to the activity of camping in a rustic outdoor environment, including specifically (but not limited to), the danger of being injured by insects or other animals; of being injured while participating in recreational activities – such as hiking, biking, swimming, playing on playground equipment and jumping pad – at the Resort; or of being injured as a result of inclement weather conditions, and agrees that the Resort and its owners, agents, and employees are not liable for injuries or property damages resulting from such causes.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
EACH AND EVERY PERSON ENTERING THE PROPERTY ACCEPTS THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT BY ENTERING THE PROPERTY (“RESORT).

  • The guest hereby assumes all risk of accidents, personal injury, death and property loss or damage sustained or incurred as a result of their presence at the Property (including, but not limited to, during their participation in any activities, amenities, events, or gatherings), including those caused as a result of negligence on the part of the Resort.
  • The guest further agrees to release, discharge, waive, indemnify and hold harmless from and against all liabilities, actions, causes of actions, suits, damages, losses, judgments, claims and demands whatsoever, in law or in equity, including legal fees and disbursements, which the Resort, or any company or business entity that conduct business on the Resort represents, or its heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors, or assigns may now or hereafter have against any of the entities involved, for any personal injury, death or property damage.
  • The guest acknowledge that it is their sole responsibility to evaluate carefully the risks inherent in visiting the Resort and that they have fully considered those risks, including, without limitation, dangers posed by willful or negligent conduct of the Resort and/or by others.
  • The guest acknowledges and agrees that they shall bear full responsibility, including costs and expenses, to repair any damage to the Resort as a result of their entry upon the Resort.
  • The guest agrees that if any portion of this document is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall be binding and continue in full force and effect.
  • The guest agrees that they will follow all the instructions specified by any onsite managers, or representatives or agents, of the Resort while on the Property.
  • By entering the Resort, the guest certifies that they have read this Release and fully understand it, warrants that he/she is at least 18 years of age, and voluntarily agrees to all of the terms of this Release.