Policies

Welcome to Bonne Terre Louisiana

Use what you need, but leave the rest.

We make a huge effort to provide our guests with many things they might need for a comfortable stay. Please help yourself to what you need, then leave the rest for the guest that will visit after you. That’s what the former guest did for you!

Reservations

Deposits

50% Deposit required to confirm reservation. We do not “hold” reservations. You will receive written confirmation with instructions re: paying deposit online or by check.    See below for how we handle cancellations and refunds of deposits.

Photo ID and Credit Card

The Credit Card used to make the reservation and Photo ID is required at Check-In.  A credit card and relevant information will be taken for every reservation.

Check-In and Check-Out Times

• Check-In 2:00 P.M. (Central Time Zone). If arriving later than 7 P.M./CTZ, please notify Bonne Terre in advance for special late check-in instructions.
• Check-Out: 12:00 P.M.

Special Assistance

Guests needing Special Assistance please advice Bonne Terre at the time the reservation is made. Sorry, our residences are not wheel-chair accessible.

Adults Only  / Maximum #s of Guests

• Studio: MAXIMUM OF 2
• Country House: MAXIMUM OF 4
• Cottage:  MAXIMUM OF 2
• We are inappropriate for children.
• All guests must be 24 years of age.
• No Pets of any kind.
• No exceptions.

RATES are based on single or double occupancy.

Excessive Noise or Disturbances

Guests generating excessive noise or bothering other guests will be asked to leave Bonne Terre immediately without a refund.

100% Smoke Free Inn

Smoking, or the use of Candles and Incense are not allowed inside for insurance and security reasons. Cost of damages and Fines may apply. If violated, guests will be asked to leave Bonne Terre immediately without a refund.

Chemical Free Organic Farm, Garden and Yard

Please refrain from using any chemicals or yard sprays.

Cooking

Frying inside is not allowed inside for insurance and security reasons. Cost of damages and Fines may apply. If violated, guests will be asked to leave Bonne Terre immediately without a refund.  Bonne Terre can provide an outside cooker for Main House/Studio/Cottage with advanced notice.

Damages

Guests are responsible for excessive cleaning, damages or breakage of Bonne Terre’s Property. Final Expenses will be based upon actual documented costs, plus any lost income.

photo by Lisa Cotter

Driving and Parking

There is a strict 5MPH speed limit, as this is a farm. Prior approval needed for parking for Campers.

Guests of Guests

Guests may be tempted to invite friends over, but this is prohibited. No one but the guests on the contract have permission to be here at Bonne Terre.  If violated, guests will be asked to leave Bonne Terre immediately without a refund.

Your Space

Please do not wander beyond your designated yard and the gates. These areas are off limits to our guests. Please do not feed our animals without first inquiring.

Cancellations

WE UNDERSTAND that plans change, but as a small B&B with limited availability, we must enforce the cancellation policies without exception. To best protect your travel investment, we suggest purchasing travel insurance which is very cost effective.

Non Refundable Situations:

No Shows or Early Departures.

For all Changes or Cancellations of Reservations

If a reservation is modified or cancelled, you must give notice prior to arrival dates as indicated below

• Studio requires 14 day prior notice to get a full refund of your deposit.
• Main House requires 30 day prior notice to get a full refund of your deposit.

Cancellation Notification

It is your responsibility to call to confirm your cancellation.