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  • Would you please read the Farmhouse information listed here on this page and one located on the table in the Apartment?

  • You will find a tutorial video here for all the information about the house here.

  •              ***Please note, if you rented the King Bedroom only, the 2nd bedroom and bathroom are not available.  If you rented the 2 BEDROOM, you will have access to both rooms.***

  •  If you are using the hideaway, charges may apply to use the bedding if no extra guest fee was paid.

  • Would you please leave the door closed at all times? If you choose to leave the door open for an extended time, it will result in unwanted flies into the home, which will create extra cleaning fees to remove what they leave behind.

You can access the internet free of charge. Search for the wireless network called Oostema Farmstead, and You will require the password oostema1. Wi-Fi is available outside, but you may not have a signal unless you are closer to the house. 

  • We do offer a smart TV.
  • If you log into your account, please log out. We will not be responsible for other charges. Would you please not unplug the Satellite or TV cords? A fee may apply if we need to fix it.
Hot Tub Time (Reservation Required)

If you’d like to use the farmhouse hot tub, please reserve a time slot so we can keep it private and running smoothly for everyone. The hot tub stays locked unless a time slot is reserved, so please book a session before heading out.
Book your time here: Hot Tub Reservation

To keep things fair (and to protect the hot tub), the calendar is setup for morning and evening times, if you’d like an additional session, just message us, if availability allows, we’re happy to add another time.

A few quick things to know before you soak:

  • Lid care matters: Please follow the instructions for opening/closing the cover so it doesn’t get damaged. If something breaks from improper use, the repair cost will be passed on to the guest.

  • No glass, please: For safety, don’t bring glass into the hot tub area. We provide plastic cups.

  • How to get there: The hot tub is behind the farmhouse. You’ll walk  past your parked car and along the sidewalk by the garage. please wear appropriate footwear.

  • Robes are yours to use: Feel free to use the robes.

  • Keep it peaceful: Please use quiet voices out there, especially in the evening.

  • Time limit: Hot tub sessions are limited to 45 minutes.

Enjoy your soak,  it’s one of the best parts of a farm stay. 😊

 

You can check into the Farmhouse Apartment after 4 pm. 

Follow the driveway to the Y in the road and then make a left up the little hill to the Main Farmhouse.  If you need to unload your vehicle, you may stop at the Apartment sign, at the top of the stairs that lead to the patio, and unload your vehicle.  

You can check into the apartment from 4 pm on the day of arrival. We kindly ask that you check out on the day of departure before 10 am.

We offer a self-check in. The sliding glass door will be open, and a key will be on the kitchen table for your use.

If you have unloaded your luggage at the steps, you then can pull up and around the top of the driveway.  You will see a guest parking sign. Pull up to that sign and park there.  Do no go past the sign and park in front of our garage doors.  There is space between the sign and our garage for us to get out. 

Once you have parked by the Apartment sign, you can turn around and walk back down the driveway.  There is a sign that says “apartment.”  And you can enter through the sliding glass door.  It will be open.

For your convenience robes, bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, complimentary toiletries, tissues and a hairdryer are provided in each room.

Yes, we have a central air conditioner that we can turn up for your comfort.

When you stay in the apartment, you benefit from exclusive use of your own private patio area with a large patio table and seating area from which you can enjoy amazing panoramic views across the fields. A private outdoor grill and utensils is also provided for your use. IN addition, you can also enjoy shared use of the garden with both other guests and the owners (who you will often find tending and working in the garden 😊)

All non-registered guests must have a parking permit(-you can ask us for one-), park in the VISITOR parking area, and leave by 8 PM.

As we all know, unfortunately, noise travels! Here at Oostema Farmstead, we pride ourselves on providing a tranquil and peaceful place to stay, and because of this, we have a designated “quiet time,” which is between 10 pm and 7 am. We kindly ask that you respect other guests by keeping noise levels to a minimum during this time.

We ask that you vacate the property by 10 am on your day of departure to enable us sufficient time to prepare for the next guests.

  • Before you leave, please dispose of trash in the can we provide.
  • Please place all dirty dishes in the designated tub
  • Please do not leave any excess like large cardboard or packaging material-please take it with you. We do not recycle, so place all bottles and cans in the designated garbage can. If you would like to recycle or you have excess, you can go here: Nooksack Valley Disposal and Recycling 250 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden,  
  • Place all the dirty laundry in the basket located in the King Bedroom, in the closet.
  • There is no need to strip the bed. 

The Facilities

Enjoy free  wi-fi, Direct TV, various books, guides and maps. The apartment also offers a separate working area with a desk for somewhere quiet to catch up with emails and messages.

The kitchenette facilities include complimentary coffee and tea,  apartment fridge, microwave oven, toaster, coffee pot and all the amenities required to help you prepare light meals.

For your use, we supply a BBQ. It has a side burner for cooking with a skillet or pot.

Please turn off all burners when done and clean them up after each use. There are utensils and pans located under the toaster oven.

You have access to the Farmstead Laundry Area which is located in the Farmstead Barn Office and offers both a washer and dryer.

You have complete access to all of the property, so you may take full advantage of the fields to wander through. From riding bikes to leisurely walks through the raspberry fields, it’s there for you to enjoy. The driveway goes in a circle around the main Farmstead, and it will lead to the fields.

You will find a map of the property located at the check-in station in the campground for your convenience. 

The barn is home to our animals, and here you will find our Wagyu herd and a few other breeds of cows. . 

  • Treats for the animals: We provide a limited amount of treats for the animals. We ask that you spaciously feed them treats so there is some for the other guests to enjoy providing them, and do not feed or throw any hay, grain, or anything else for them to eat. 

  •  DO NOT FEED or throw any hay,  or anything else for them to eat. This can make them very ILL! AGAIN DO NOT FEED THEM .

The management will not accept responsibility for any valuables lost or mislaid unless handed in for safe custody. Further, we take no responsibility for any damages or losses incurred to vehicles or property contained therein. Guests are reminded to take the usual precautions and not leave any valuables or other items on show in their vehicles. Our total liability to you is limited to the booking price, and under no circumstances will we be responsible for any indirect or special damages

Nearest Shops:
Northwood Market and Thirsty Badger: A small family-owned convenience store, located at the corner of Northwood and E. Badger Rd. 1501 E. Badger, Lynden
Groceries, toiletries, meds, Beer, and Wine are available for purchase.
Nearest Bank / U.S. Bank ATM – Address: 218 Front St, Lynden.
Nearest Post Office: Address: 600 Front St, Lynden.
Nearest Pharmacy: Rite Aid Address: 8090 Guide Meridian Rd, Lynden.

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