'Glamping' in a Yurt at Blanche Manor- Affordable Eco-Friendly

• First time "yurter"

  First time "yurter"

  • Guest Regina F.
  • Date of stay 05/10/13
  • Review Submitted 05/15/13
  In my previous post I spoke of the horses and dogs, in no way were they a bother, I was trying to explain that it's not a remote, totally quiet property. We really enjoyed our stay and would go back again. It's perfect for those of us who love the outdoors experience without totally roughing it!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• First time "yurter"

  First time "yurter"

  • Guest Regina F.
  • Date of stay 05/10/13
  • Review Submitted 05/14/13
  Overall a great experience! This was a birthday surprise for our son and he loved it! We were pleasantly surprised at how much room is in the yurt and it was well stocked with dishes and extra bedding. The temperature was very comfortable and it was supplied with fans and heaters for personal comfort. The bed was a rustic log bed and was pretty comfortable except for the flat pillows. There were lots of extras so we put two inside each pillowcase. Our son slept on the pull out trundle and it was hard and he could feel the boards. He is 19 so he's a grown man, a child would probably never notice. The bathroom is down a path that was supposed to be well lighted but several of the lights were out so we took the flashlight that was provided and it was fine. The bathroom is nice and clean but there was no soap. If you're looking for something totally quiet and private, this isn't the place, there are dogs barking and people on trail rides and people staying in the bunkhouse. If you keep in mind that it's really more like camping than staying in a hotel room, you will enjoy the stay.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children.

  Owner response: I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! I apologize for some of the lights being out in the path, the solar lights have batteries that go out frequently and we will check them immediately. I am so sorry that the soap was out in the bathroom, that will be remedied immediately. I only wish we would have known this during your stay so we could have corrected it during your visit. I apologize that our working dogs barking disturbed you. Their job is to keep all of the large forest animals away from the horses and our guests. So when you hear them barking, they are actually chasing away something unwelcome that is trying to enter the property perimeter. I am also sorry that the riders passing at the top of the view was disruptive, normally that is a highlight for our guests. I am happy that was only an issue for you until 3 PM, when the rides,are completed for the day. Thank you for staying with us, and I hope you visit the ranch again soon. Your concerns will be addressed and implimented immediately. Thank you for your assistance in making our facilities better for our future guests:)

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• Took 5 little girls Glamping

  Took 5 little girls Glamping

  • Guest Birthday glamping
  • Date of stay 05/05/12
  • Review Submitted 05/06/12
  We took 5 little girls ages 6-9 glamping. The yurt was awesome. They got the feel of pseudo camping while still having all the amenities needed. The yurt had plenty of space and had everything we required. The kids had a wonderful time playing out in nature. They loved the hot tub. It was a wonderful weekend and a great birthday party. You don't need to pack anything but food. It was all the fun of camping without all the work. Our horseback riding activities were a short walk away. We'll be back soon. We'd highly recommend it. If you've never been camping and want to try it, this is a good way to get your feet wet.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• amazing sunrise

  amazing sunrise

  • Guest ponz
  • Date of stay 03/21/12
  • Review Submitted 03/26/12
  We arrived after dark, so can only guess we missed an awesome sunset. Laying in the hammock, under a sky full of stars was magical. The yurt was very comfortable and warm with the heaters provided. The night sky lighting up the skylight in the roof was incredible. We woke up just before dawn so that we could experience an amazing sunrise. It was so peaceful and quite. We also enjoyed the horseback riding. The staff at the barn was very friendly and helpful, the horses were amazing. We will be back.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Yurt fun!

  Yurt fun!

  • Guest Susan
  • Date of stay 09/22/11
  • Review Submitted 09/27/11
  Thoroughly enjoyed staying in the Yurt. More comfortable than true camping, yet still with that feel. Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful. It was what I was expecting from the pictures. Everything was well maintained. The owners are very friendly and helpful. I would heartily recommend this for anyone wanting a peaceful getaway. Visit the Cider House restaurant and store, great food and even more wonderful, fresh apples. And it's an easy drive to the Ocoee River Whitewater Center. Already looking forward to going again.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

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Additional information about rental rates

Please refer to the email your recived as your rental agreement. It will give check in directions and policies. Please call Rachel at 423-248-0898 day of arrival with any questions.

Fees:

• cleaning fee: $20
• Tax Rate 9.25%

Cancellation policy:

IF YOU MAKE A SAME DAY RESERVATION, PLEASE CALL 423-241-0898 IMMDEDIATELY AND MAKE US AWARE OF YOUR INTENDED ARRIVAL AND CHECK IN TIME. THE NATURE OF OUR BUSINESS KEEPS US OUTSIDE MOST OF THE DAY AND UNABLE TO ACCESS OUR COMPUTER. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONTROL WEATHER CONDITIONS. THE YURTS ARE AN OUTSIDE ACTIVITY. We will not offer refunds for weather related issues. Please remember that the yurts are closer to camping in luxury than a cabin, so the climate control will make it more comfortable than the outdoors, but not the same as a cabin. In extreme heat or cold the yurt will not be able to maintain temperature like a house does. Full payment is charged with reservation. $30 processing fee charged on all reservations cancelled prior to seven days of reservation. No refunds within seven days of reservation. There is a $20 cleaning fee per stay, plus taxes that will be added at checkout. No refunds for early departure. TO CHECK INTO THE YURTS AND BUNKHOUSE: Please copy directions from www.blanchemanor.com "contact us/directions". As you approach the barn parking lot, take the fork to your LEFT, it will be marke "YURT VILLAGE". Follow this road until it ends at the bath house with the hot tub. Walk up to the red doors on the covered porch and find doors marked #1 and #2, for the bunkhouse the key will be on the gate marked "bunkhouse" around the side of the porch - this is the entrance to the "Bunkhouse" If you are staying in Yurt #1, your keys will be on the handle on bathroom door #1 and your yurt is the closest yurt to the bathhouse, is marked with #1 on the door, and has a hammock on the deck. If you are staying in Yurt #2, your keys will be on bathroom door #2, and your yurt is behind Yurt #1, has#2 on the door, and a hammock hanging between two trees. ALL hot tub towels will be on the hamper by the hot tub, and bath towels will be in the bath room. Please do not take bath towels out of bath room, and all towels are only to be used for their intended purpose - no outside cleaning with towels, please! Please only use the bathroom assigned to your yurt, or an additional $20 cleaning fee will be charged to your card on file. If you have any problem there is onsite managers who are most always present at check in. If any emergencies, please call 423-241-0898. During regular check - in between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM, a manager will greet you during your first few hours. If arriving after 7:00 PM, please follow procedures above. PLEASE CALL 423-241-0898 ON YOUR DAY OF ARRIVAL AND LET US KNOW WHEN YOU WILL BE CHECKING IN. If cases of late arrival, we will greet you the next morning. *PLEASE NOTE THE RATE IS $85 PER NIGHT for Yurts, $105 per night for Bunk House. FIRST NIGHT BOOKINGS ARE aprox. $105 yurts, aprox. $130 Bunkhouse. ($85/$105 per night, $20 cleaning fee, and lodging tax) DO NOT FEED, PET, OR LET THE WORKING DOGS NEAR THE YURTS. THEIR JOB IS TO PROTECT THE HORSES AND FARM ANIMALS FROM PREDATORS. IF YOU PET THEM OR FEED THEM, THEY WILL NOT WORK AND PROTECT THE FARM. ONE OF OUR ANIMALS COULD BE INJURED OR KILLED AS A RESULT. I CANNOT STRESS THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS RULE! No pets, no smoking, no cooking inside yurts, no open flame of any kind in yurts. Max occupancy is 6 persons, rate includes 4 occupants, extra guests $5 per night. Use of fire pit is to be attended by adults over 18 years of age at all times. All fires must be extinguished fully before being unattended. When unoccupied, all yurt windows and doors must be closed completely to avoid any damage to yurt from rain or wind. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT; RAIN DAMAGE CAN RUIN THE YURT. Any damage beyond normal wear to yurt or premises will be charged to credit card on file. ALL BEDDING, TOWELS, AND BLANKETS WILL BE LEFT IN THE YURTS and BUNKHOUSE AND BATH HOUSE. NONE ARE PERMITTED OUTSIDE OR TO BE USED FOR OUTSIDE CLEANING OR REMOVING MUD OFF OF CLOTHING OR SHOES. There are designated blankets for use on the patio or fire pit, and utility towels for cleaning. All bedding and towels will be left in yurt and bunkhouse and not taken outside. All bath towels will be left at bath house, and used solely for bathing. Guest will be charged for any dishes, towels, bedding, small wares, fixtures, and items not accounted for, or damaged by outside use after check out. Upon check out, all trash must be collected and deposited in proper receptacles or guests will be subject to a $50 fee to be charged to credit card on file. During guest stay, all guests must keep trash in properly provided receptacles to prevent wild visitors. Guests will respect property boundaries and not trespass beyond marked areas or be subject to immediate removal without refund. DO NOT WALK ON THE HORSE TRAILS, THIS CAN FRIGHTEN THE HORSES AND CAUSE INJURY TO RIDERS. Guests will not approach horses passing through property and will exercise caution while in their presence. All children will be supervised at all times at hot tub and pond by an adult to avoid accidental drowning. Any behavior not conducive to a safe and respectful family environment included, but not limited to: loud, disruptive, drunken, lewd, or obnoxious behavior will not be tolerated and guests will be asked to leave immediately without refund. All guests will respect the 10pm till 8am "quiet time". Blanche Manor LLC, its owners, employees, and volunteers will be held harmless for any accident occurring on premises regardless of negligence, fault, or general occurrence.

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.