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Owners Guide to Living the Lake Life! - www.SherkstonOwners.com | 2019 Edition - Sherkston Shores Owners
Owners Guide
 to Living
 the Lake Life!

    www.SherkstonOwners.com | 2019 Edition
Owners Guide to Living the Lake Life! - www.SherkstonOwners.com | 2019 Edition - Sherkston Shores Owners
Whether you are a brand new owner at the resort (Welcome Home!)                                         Are there any fees which are not included in my annual Seasonal Site Fees?
        or a returning owner (Welcome Back!), the enclosed are important                                        Your vacation cottage runs on propane which requires 2x 100lb tanks. These propane tanks can be refilled
            things to know for the season to ensure you have the most                                           by contacting the Welcome Centre at a cost of $100 each.
                    enjoyable time with your family and friends.
                                                                                                                Water/Sewer is billed once annually at a flat rate of $600.

    What is the resort contact information?                                                                     Hydro is the responsibility of the owner and is based on consumption, billed once annually.
    Welcome Centre:		       905-894-0972 -or- (toll free) 1-877-482-3224
    Sales Centre:		         1-844-894-7300                                                                      Is cable & internet provided?
    Security:			905-658-0911                                                                                    Sherkston provides access to basic cable TV as well as resort wide Wi-Fi. Cable TV is provided by Cogeco
    Fax:			905-894-5352                                                                                         Cable and a digital box will need to be purchased/rented by the owner for this service to work. You can
    Email:			sherkstonshores@suncommunities.com                                                                 also purchase dedicated high speed internet for your cottage through Cogeco.
    Mailing Address:		      490 Empire Road, Sherkston, ON, L0S 1R0                                             There are also many satellite TV companies that service the resort, as well as wireless internet options.
    Sales Website:		        www.LiveSherkston.com                                                               Cogeco Canada 1-866-216-0045 | Cogeco USA 1-800-565-0273
    Owners Website:		       www.SherkstonOwners.com
    Vacations Website:		    www.SherkstonVacations.com                                                          Does Sherkston Shores have a boat launch and or boat docks?
                                                                                                                Due to Lake Erie’s unpredictable water conditions, we do not have boat docks. When boats are on the
    When is the resort open?                                                                                    lake, you are more than welcome to anchor beyond the buoys when parked.
    Sherkston Shores is a seasonal resort open for overnight stays from May 1st to October 31st. The offices,   We do not have a boat launch either due to the same unpredictable water conditions, however, you may
    however, are open 9am-5pm 7 days/week (unless otherwise notified) during Nov.1-Apr.30.                      launch your boat off the sandy shores in designated areas on both Elco Beach and Wyldewood Beach
                                                                                                                (motorized watercraft are not allowed in the Quarry). When using the shoreline launch, owners must
    Is there HST (13% Ontario taxes) when purchasing a Vacation Cottage?                                        launch their boat and then remove their vehicle and trailer from the designated area.
    HST is applicable on all vacation cottage sales as well as site fees.
                                                                                                                If I own a boat/watercraft, where can I park it?
    Do you provide financing?                                                                                   Please see Security to register your watercraft. In the process you will be assigned with a designated
    We are able to offer financing for Canadians. There are exclusions and limitations based on the age of      parking spot. Watercraft that are parked in a non-designated parking spot are subject to removal.
    the vacation cottage you are purchasing. Historically, rates of financing are 5.99%, however these rates
    do vary. Speak to a sales team member for more information about our financing options.                     Can I rent my vacation cottage/trailer? How do I rent my vacation cottage/
                                                                                                                trailer?
    Do I own the land?                                                                                          Sherkston Shores offers a professionally managed rental program where we handle everything from
    When you purchase a vacation cottage at Sherkston Shores you enter into an annual lease agreement for       finding the customer, checking the guests in and out, cleaning the cottage and handling of issues that
    the vacation cottage site/lot. The agreement must be re-signed each and every year.                         may arise. To see if your cottage qualifies for Sherkston’ s rental program please visit the Welcome
                                                                                                                Centre and speak with one of our vacation specialists.
    Is there a 55+ area of the Resort?
    We have no specific designated areas that are 55+ rather we are inclusive of all family types and           Alternatively our owners can rent their cottages privately. Please ensure a private rental agreement has
    dynamics!                                                                                                   been filled out and submitted to the Welcome Centre prior to your guests checking in. These forms are
                                                                                                                available at the welcome center or for download on www.SherkstonOwners.com Ask our team for more
    Do the annual Community Fees increase?                                                                      information regarding privately renting your vacation cottage, conditions apply.
    We have historically seen increases of 4 – 6% annually. These rates are reviewed and adjusted annually.
                                                                                                                If I choose to rent my vacation cottage/trailer privately, are my amenity passes
    Can I bring in my own park model into the resort?                                                           included?
    Sherkston Shores is a dealer of park model cottages for the major Canadian manufacturers and we offer       Your amenity picture passes are only applicable for you and the registered names on your account and
    a variety of vacation cottages both new and used to fit every family’s needs. We also can order custom      must be worn to access the resort, access the waterpark, and/or exclusive owner areas. Your private
    vacation cottages; ask our sales team for more information.                                                 renters must purchase amenity passes for their stay from the Welcome Centre. See Appendix A for rates
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Does it cost extra for my family and friends to visit me at my vacation cottage?                             How do I order propane?
    We want your family and friends to visit! Owners are required to set up a password with the Welcome          Propane is purchased at the Welcome Center in person or over the phone. Payment must be made prior
    Centre to be used to allow their guests into the park. Guests must give the owners name, site number         to delivery. Propane is guaranteed same day delivery if the order is placed prior to 12pm noon. Your
    and password in order to gain entry to the resort. Your password can be reset at any given time.             propane tanks must be unlocked at time of delivery . If your tanks are “red tagged”, propane will not be
                                                                                                                 delivered. It is recommended that you order propane once one (1) tank is empty and not wait until they
    Are the activities included in the fees?                                                                     both become empty. Please call or visit the welcome center to place an order.
    Most activities such as the water park, mini putt, kids club, and our Owners Lifestyle/Events Programming
    are included for anyone on your site with a valid owners pass (additional fees may apply). Some additional   How can I sign up for Owner events & can I bring my friends/family?
    amenities such as Sherkston Paintball, Sherkston Axe Throwing, Quarry Beach Rentals, Sherkston               Owners events are available for sign up not earlier than 10am two weeks prior to the event by visiting
    Adventure Sports require an additional charge.                                                               www.SherkstonOwners.com. One guest per owner with a valid Owner picture pass presented at the
                                                                                                                 event & Eventbrite (Event Registration) confirmation number for each person. All attendees must have
    Our Lifestyle/Events Programming calendar is jam packed with entertainment, however, there are some          a valid owner picture pass.
    events which may require an additional fee. Registration and payment for events can be found on your
    Owners Exclusive website www.SherkstonOwners.com.                                                            Can we have mail/packages delivered to the resort?
                                                                                                                 Owners are not allowed to use Sherkston Shores as a mailing address nor as a permanent residence.
    How do I winterize/summerize my cottage?                                                                     Packages which arrive at the resort addressed to an Owner will be returned. Please use the post office
    Empire Contracting can perform this service for a minimal fee. Forms are available at the Welcome Centre     for general delivery options (Ridgeway or Port Colborne).
    or for download on www.SherkstonOwners.com
                                                                                                                 What do I do in the case of an emergency?
    Can I make changes to the inside/outside of my cottage?                                                      The safety of everyone within Sherkston Shores is our number one concern. Should an incident occur
    Yes you can make changes/renovations, however all outside alterations MUST be pre-approved by                where the assistance of emergency services is needed (police, paramedic, fire department, etc), please
    Sherkston Shores and requires a permit provided by Sherkston Shores. Please visit the Welcome Centre         dial 9-1-1 and then follow-up by contacting our security team. Our security team will then meet the
    for full details or view on your Owners Exclusive website www.SherkstonOwners.com                            emergency services at the main gates to escort them to the location of the incident.

    Can I bring in my own golf cart or do I need to purchase one from Sherkston                                  Who is responsible for the cutting of my grass?
    Shores?                                                                                                      Lawn maintenance is included within your annual site fees. Our grounds keeping team will cut your lawn
    Sherkston Shores does not sell golf carts, however, our authorized dealer Birdie Golf Carts is located       based on a set schedule, once per week, however, this may vary due to weather. Should you not require
    on-site where you can purchase a cart and have service done. Birdie Golf Carts also rents golf carts         our team to provide lawn services, a designated sign can be picked up from our Welcome Centre and
    and provides winter storage.                                                                                 must be placed in visible sight on our lawn. This will let our team know not to cut your grass. Gardens
    You may purchase a cart from elsewhere but it must be electric.                                              on sites are not the responsibility of our team.
    You will need to provide proof of insurance (min $1,000,000 liability), proof of ownership, and your
    golf cart headlights and taillights must be in full working order. You must register your golf cart with     Does Sherkston Shores allow dogs at the resort?
    Sherkston Shores security.                                                                                   The dog beach located at the far end of Elco beach near the Sherkston property boundaries have no
                                                                                                                 time restrictions, however, rules of the Dog Beach are posted and must be adhered to. Dogs are not
    Can my children drive the golf cart?                                                                         permitted on the remaining beach areas between the hours of 10am and 6pm.
    ALL drivers of golf carts must be 25 years of age or older or hold a full valid G license. Those found       Designated off-leash dog parks are located near the soccer fields and near the campground. Be a
    driving a golf cart without such, will result in fines and possible golf cart removal from the resort.       responsible pet owners and remember to pick up after your pet.

    Do we as owners get discounts on stays for our family and friends here at                                    Where do I take my garbage? How often does garbage get picked-up from my
    Sherkston?                                                                                                   place?
    You sure do! All owners receive 20% stays (RV, tent, or vacation rentals) for your family and friends to     Garbage and recycling do not get picked-up directly from your vacation cottage. Owners must bring their
    stay. Excludes holiday weekends and lakefront/waterfront RV sites/cottage rentals. Other terms and           garbage/recycling to the designated depots throughout the resort. Please note that we do not offer
    conditions may apply. Please contact the Welcome Centre for full details.                                    green bin composting. Improper ‘dumping’ of garbage will result in fines posted to your owner account.
                                                                                                                 For larger items such as appliances – please call or visit the Welcome Centre to put in a work order.
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Who is responsible for removal of unwanted wildlife at my vacation cottage/                                  When I have guests and my parking is full, where can they park?
    trailer?                                                                                                     Each park model/RV site is allotted parking for no more than two vehicles. Additional motor vehicles,
    Sherkston Shores recommends taking precautionary steps to protect your vacation cottage/trailer from         boats, jet skis, watercraft and their related trailers, as well as utility trailers must be parked in
    being damaged by natural habitat of wildlife including bees, mice, rats, skunks, raccoons, etc. Seasonal     designated parking areas and must be registered with the Welcome Centre, unless otherwise approved
    Occupants are prohibited from the trapping of wildlife and are discouraged from feeding the wildlife.        by Sherkston Shores.
    Sherkston at no time shall be liable for any damages caused by these animals to a vacation cottage/
    trailer under any circumstances. Sherkston Shores is NOT responsible for the removal or costs associated     Parking is not permitted between or next to sites. Visitors/guests must use the overflow parking at
    with pest/animal control of wildlife, bees, mice, rats, raccoons, etc. Please contact a local pest control   the Welcome Centre. Sherkston Team Member parking is for use of team members only and non-team
    company.                                                                                                     member vehicles may be towed at owner’s expense. All guests must display a valid parking pass.

    Can I bring a guest into the pool area at the Funplex Waterpark?                                             How can I make payments on my account ie. credit card, cheque, cash or online
    One (1) guest per seasonal occupant pass is allowed. Additional passes can be purchased from the             payments.
    Welcome Centre for your additional guest at an Owner discounted rate of $15/adult and $10/child.             Forms of payment accepted via phone or in person (may vary);
    Children 5 and under are free.                                                                                   a) Cash
                                                                                                                     b) Debit Card (VISA/MC debit not accepted by phone)
    Can I bring a guest into the exclusive lounge area within the pool at the Funplex                                c) Credit Card (Visa/MC/Discover)
    Waterpark?                                                                                                       d) Bank Draft
    One (1) guest per seasonal occupant pass is allowed.                                                             e) Money Order
                                                                                                                     f) Certified Cheque
    Can I bring a guest into Wyldewood Beach Clubhouse?                                                              e) Personal Cheque
    Guests are not allowed into Wyldewood Beach Clubhouse.                                                           · US funds are accepted and converted at the Bank of Canada posted exchange rate at time of
                                                                                                                       payment.
    Can I bring a guest into Quarry Meadows Clubhouse?                                                               · All cheques are to be sent directly to Sherkston Shores.
    Guests are not allowed into Quarry Meadows Clubhouse.                                                            · All cheques are to be made payable to: Sherkston Shores

    Can I bring a guest into the pool area in Quarry Meadows?                                                    As an owner, are there any additional perks to visit other Sun RV resorts?
    One (1) guest per seasonal occupant pass is allowed. This pool is available to ALL owners/seasonals of       While we currently do not have a loyalty program, we do reward you for referring guests and owners to
    the resort.                                                                                                  Sherkston Shores or other Sun RV resorts. Earn up to $1,000 each and every time you refer someone
                                                                                                                 new. Visit www.ReferSun.com for full details of the program.
    Can you bring a guest into Oasis Owner’s Lounge?
    One guest per owner with a valid Owner picture pass presented. All attendees to Oasis Owner’s Lounge         If I am doing online payments what is my account number?
    must be 25+ years of age.                                                                                    We offer online payment for those with Canadian bank institutions only.
                                                                                                                         1. Simply log-in to your online banking website.
    What are height requirements to ride the waterslides?                                                                2. Add “Sherkston Shores”: as a payee.
    48” To ride any slide without an adult.                                                                              3. You will then be prompted to enter your account #. Your Account # is always 6 digits;
    48” To ride the Space Bowl.                                                                                                beginning with 3 letter abbreviation of the community you are in, followed by the 3 digit site
    42” Minimum height to ride the Black Hole & Torpedo with an adult.                                                         number. For example WBC000. This account number can be found at the top right corner
                                                                                                                               of all statements/invoices.
    Does Sherkston Shores have event spaces/meeting spaces we as owners can                                      Should you have any questions regarding your account, please contact us at accounts@sherkston.com or
    rent?                                                                                                        call or visit us at the Welcome Centre.
    Rafters Event Centre is available to rent by Owners, subject to availability. Please contact Tim Duffy for
    rates and information. tduffy@suncommunities.com

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What are the procedures if I would like to sell?                                                                 APPENDIX A
    We understand the family’s dynamics, wants, needs change over years and although we never like seeing
    our owners leave, we acknowledge the time may come to sell. Please contact our Sales Team for more
    information regarding selling.                                                                                                                                                        2019    DAILY   3 DAY   WEEKLY

    Please note: whether you choose to sell privately our via our professional sales team, 10% commission                                     GUEST PASSES
    is paid to Sherkston Shores at the time of sale.                                                                                          ADULT (13+)               $
                                                                                                                                                                          25
    Only Sherkston Shores provided and approved ‘FOR SALE’ signs are allowed to be posted on a site during                                    CHILD *
                                                                                                                                                      (6-12)            $
                                                                                                                                                                         10
    time of sale.                                                                                                      SHERKSTON SHORES       CARLOAD                   $
                                                                                                                                                                          25
    The new owner will be required to pay an administration fee of $399 at the time of sale.                           IS A PRIVATE RESORT    FUNPLEX PASSES & PRIVATE RENTERS
                                                                                                                          EXCLUSIVE FOR          MAY 1 - JUNE 13 -or- SEPT 13 - OCT 31
                                                                                                                          OUR CAMPERS,
                                                                                                                       RENTERS, SEASONAL
                                                                                                                                              ADULT        (13+)                    $
                                                                                                                                                                                      21                 32
                                                                                                                                                                                                          $       $
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    50
                                                                                                                         OCCUPANTS AND        CHILD*         (6-12)                               $
                                                                                                                                                                                                   11 16  $       $
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    29
    Note: pricing provided within this document is displayed in Canadian (CAD) funds and based on 2019 rates only.
    Pricing is subject to change without notice. All pricing and fees are subject to sales taxes (13%).                THEIR VISITORS. WE     FAMILY*    (2 ADULTS & 4 CHILDREN)                  $
                                                                                                                                                                                                    50 $ 90       $
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   134
                                                                                                                       DO NOT ALLOW DAILY       JUNE 14 - SEPT 12
                                                                                                                         ACCESS FOR THE       ADULT (13+)                                         $
                                                                                                                                                                                                    42    $
                                                                                                                                                                                                            63 $ 99
                                                                                                                         GENERAL PUBLIC
                                                                                                                         TO OUR RESORT/
                                                                                                                                              CHILD    *
                                                                                                                                                             (6-12)                               $
                                                                                                                                                                                                    21    $
                                                                                                                                                                                                            32 $ 58
                                                                                                                            AMENITIES.        FAMILY*        (2 ADULTS & 4 CHILDREN)              $
                                                                                                                                                                                                    99    $
                                                                                                                                                                                                            179 $ 268
                                                                                                                                                 ALL RATES INCLUDE APPLICABLE TAXES (13%). *CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER ARE FREE.

                                                                                                                     Above are the rates your private renters would pay to the Welcome Centre for
                                                                                                                     amenity passes during their private rental stay in order to use the waterpark.

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490 Empire Road
 Sherkston, ON L0S 1R0, Canada
         905.894.0972
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