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Questions

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How early should we book?

For most weekends, 3-4 weeks ahead is plenty. The exception is a peak BluMana Saturday in June/July — those book out the furthest, 4-6 weeks or more. May, September, October are more flexible. The cabins flex more than the boat — the BluMana is the constraint.

Can we bring our own alcohol on the boat?

The BluMana has a full bar with a bartender on board (cash bar) — no outside alcohol on that one. On the Pontoon, let us handle the drinks: add a cooler when you book, or email info@hillsideresort.com with your order — beer, seltzers, or water + ice — and it's on the boat when you arrive.

Can we plug in and DJ?

Yes. The BluMana has a massive party sound system that takes a phone or laptop input — bring the playlist queued. The captain plugs you in once you're on board.

What comes with the cabins?

Every cabin and camper rental includes its own golf cart so nobody has to walk back from the marina in flip-flops. Campers come with kitchen and bath basics — plates, silverware, condiments, towels, blankets, pillows, shampoo. The campground has a bath house on site.

Anyone in the group under 21?

The resort is kid-friendly through 10 pm. After 10, the Basement Bar downstairs goes 21+ only. Most bach parties land here as 21+ anyway but worth knowing if anyone's bringing a younger sibling or kid.

How does the deposit work?

1-night rental deposit to lock the cabins or campers — it applies to your total. Cancel 5+ days before check-in for a full refund; within 5 days, you're refunded 50% of the nights you don't stay. Boat charters take a separate booking deposit. Check-in is 3 pm, check-out is 11 am. Need vendors for the weekend? We don't lock you in — ask and we'll send a short list of folks who've worked the property before.

What happens if it rains?

The Basement Bar has plenty of indoor room — dance floor, pool tables, foosball, darts, life-size Connect 4. A rained-out Saturday in the basement still works for a bach party. The Steakhouse patio is roofed. The cabins have covered porches. The BluMana can run in light rain (captain calls it) and reschedules if needed.

What's the move for the bachelor (or bachelorette)?

Most groups do: Friday — group arrival + Steakhouse dinner. Saturday afternoon — BluMana charter. Saturday night — Steakhouse upstairs, then the Basement Bar downstairs. Sunday — brunch + drive home.

Can the bachelor party be a surprise?

Yes — we've kept arrival logistics tight before. Tell us when you call. We can hold cabin keys at the marina office, time the BluMana boarding to the bach's arrival, and coordinate the Steakhouse to seat the group like they were expected.