• Reservations & Deposits

• Guests must be 24 or older to reserve a cottage.

• Due to our homeowners’ association, we cannot guarantee availability for the next season. If we are unable to accommodate your request, your deposit will be fully refunded.

• In an effort to make our properties accessible and affordable to smaller groups, all pricing advertised is the base rate for a group size of 8 or less. For group sizes larger than 8, there is a small fee of $50/night per person.

• Cancellation Policy

• 30+ days prior to check in = 100%

• 14+ days prior to check in = 50%

• Check-In & Check-Out

• Check-in: After 3:00 PM for renters / After 4:00 PM for owners. (No early check-ins due to housekeeping schedule).

• Check-out: Before 9:00 AM (Please settle your bill the day before departure).

• Guests must check in at the Lodge upon arrival per Minnesota state law.

• Late arrivals (after 7:00 PM) must complete registration in advance and check in the following morning. A credit card is required on file for remaining balance & incidentals.

• Boat Slips

• Not included with reservations and are subject to availability.

• Slips are assigned by management and require approval.

• Parking

• Each cottage has 2 designated parking spaces.

• All trailers must be parked in the designated boat & trailer lot.

• Limited overflow parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Guests must display a parking permit in the front driver’s side window.

• Speed Limit

• 10 MPH maximum at all times—watch for children & pedestrians.

•  Visitors

• All day guests must register at the Lodge before proceeding to a cottage.

• Day visitor fee: $20 per person.

• Overnight visitor fee: $50 per person.

• The resort reserves the right to limit the number of visitors per cottage.

• Smoking Policy

• Smoking (including vaping & cannabis) is prohibited in all buildings, cottages, screened porches, and common areas.

• Smoking is only allowed in front of your cottage on blacktop surfaces.

• Dispose of smoking materials properly in the metal pail provided at your cottage entrance.

• $500 fine for smoking inside any cottage.

• Pet Policy

• No pets allowed. Guests bringing pets will be:

  • Fined $500

  • Required to remove the pet immediately

  • Risk forfeiting the remainder of their stay

• Note: Some privately-owned cottages do allow pets. If you have allergies, please inform management before booking.

• RVs & Tents

• Not permitted anywhere on resort property.

•  Lodge Hours

• Memorial Day – Labor Day: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

• Off-Season: Thursday – Monday (Closed Tues/Wed)

•  Pool, Lake & Water Activities

• No lifeguard on duty – swim at your own risk.

• Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

• Lifejackets required for watercraft use.

• Glass containers prohibited in the pool area.

• No diving or jumping from docks or the water trampoline.

• Return paddles by 8:00 PM or incur a $30 late fee.

• Security

• The resort does not provide safes or security staff.

• Lock cars & cottages when unattended.

• Clamshell Beach Resort is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.

• Quiet Hours

• 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM

• Campfires may continue until midnight as long as guests remain quiet & respectful.

• Fire Pits

• Fire pits are first-come, first-served (except for private fire pits at Bertha & Little Pine cottages).

• Only DNR-approved firewood allowed—available for purchase at the Lodge.

• Fires must be completely extinguished before leaving.

• Housekeeping & Check-Out Guidelines

• No daily housekeeping is provided.

• Please assist our staff by:

  • Taking out the trash

  • Placing all towels in the main floor bathroom

  • Starting the dishwasher before checkout

  • Returning furniture to its original location

• Excessively dirty cottages may incur additional fees.

• The resort operates on septic—please only flush toilet paper.

• Flushing feminine products or foreign items may result in damage charges.

• Maintenance & Repairs

• The resort reserves the right to enter cottages for maintenance, safety, and repairs.

• Please report any damage or issues to the Lodge immediately.

• Emergencies

• For emergencies, dial 911.

• After calling 911, please notify resort staff.

• Fire extinguishers are provided in every cottage.

• Severe Weather

• The resort does not have a storm shelter.

• In case of severe weather, take cover:

  • On the first floor of your cabin

  • Away from windows & doors

  • In a bathroom or closet

• Fireworks & ATVs

• Fireworks are prohibited on resort property.

• ATVs/UTVs may only be used to access designated trail entrances.

•  Child Supervision

• Parents/guardians are responsible for child supervision.

• No unsupervised children under 12 at the Lodge.