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Space where guests can cook their own meals
Central heating or a heater in the listing
Space where guests can cook their own meals
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Central heating or a heater in the listing
In the building, free or for a fee
In the building, free or for a fee
Continuous access in the listing
Breakfast is provided.
The listing can accommodate a gathering of 25 or more attendees
Easy access to the building and listing for guests in wheelchairs
Private or Shared
Free, in the building or nearby
Posted emergency information and resources
The Space
Rent this cute home in lovely San Carlos. There are 3 bedrooms (King bed in Master, Queen bed in guest room and a twin bed in office) that can sleep up to 5 along with 2 full bathrooms.
The kitchen is fully equipped and the formal dining room can seat eight. The newly remodeled master bath has marble countertops and a large glass enclosed shower. The guest bath is large and has a full sized bath tub and shower. The house is furnished with antiques and there are hardwood floors throughout. Wifi and digital cable are included as are all utilities. Other amenities include a washer/dryer, iron/ironing board and hair dryers in each of the bathrooms. There is also a new 50" HDTV and BluRay player in the living room, a 30" SmartTV in the office. The king and queen beds are also new.
The garden in the back includes a huge redwood and other mature trees along with lots of colorful flowers. There is a one-car garage and plentiful street parking. The neighborhood is quiet, safe and surrounded by other single family homes.
It is a 15-20 minute drive to Palo Alto/Stanford and a 30-40 minute drive to San Francisco, 3 miles to Oracle and about a mile to Cal Train. The house is walking distance to Laurel street and downtown San Carlos. Burton Park has a great playground and is three blocks away. It's also a short drive to great hiking trails and Filoli historic estate and gardens.
Unfortunately, there are no pets and no smoking in the house. The maximum number of guests is 5 people, including children.
When requesting this property, please provide a brief description of your group, the number of people traveling and a little about yourself. I like to make sure that this is a great fit for all my guests. Thank you!
Here are a few things to know about the house:
Dining Room
The dining room table can seat 8 people. Please keep pads on dining table to protect the wood. Unfortunately, the china cabinet in the dining room is locked due to a prior problem with breakage. Please do not use the items in the buffet in the dining room. There is plenty of dinnerware and glassware available for use in the kitchen cabinets. Please try to keep eating and drinking to the kitchen and dining room areas.
Garbage/Recycling – Wednesday Night and Thursday Afternoon
Garbage and Recycling bins are located in the garage. Garbage pickup is on Thursday mornings. On Wednesday night, please place garbage bins (2 located in the garage and 1 on left side of house for plant clippings) out on the curb, with metal bars on the side facing toward the street. They ask that the bins be placed 12 inches apart to facilitate the pickup process. The pickup is done in phases with some bins not being picked up until later in the day. On Thursday afternoon, please take the bins back inside the garage and back to the side of the house. If you are not up for doing this please let me know and I can make other arrangements to have it taken out or in.
Laundry – Washer/Dryer and Iron
The washing machine is located in the garage and laundry detergent is located on top of the dryer. There is also an iron and ironing board just to the right of the dryer. The laundry detergent goes directly on top of the laundry in the machine. There is a place to insert bleach on the lower right, though be sure to have the machine full of water before adding bleach. Adjust the left knob for the size of the load and then adjust the right knob to the type of wash. Pull the right knob to start the machine.
Leaving the House
Please lock all doors and close all windows when you are away from the house.
Kitchen – Oven and Dishwasher
To turn on oven, press the 'bake' button on the display. Then adjust the temperature using the knob on the right. The oven will beep once the desired temperature is reached. To turn it off, press 'cancel'.
Dishwashing detergent is located under the sink. The operation of the dishwasher is pretty self explanatory. The only thing to note is that if, after starting the wash cycle, you open the door to add another item, you will need to press the 'start' button again to start the cycle. Please no sharp knives in the dishwasher and please do not use metal utensils when cooking on non-stick pans. Also, please do not use knives to open up packages or as tools as this damages the blade. There is a cutter in the first drawer on the right in the garage if you need to cut something open.
Master Bathroom
To turn on the water in the shower in the Master Bath, turn the lever counterclockwise to the "On" position. You can feel where it will stop. To turn off the water, turn the lever clockwise to the "Off" position. If the water is still dripping when you turn it off, adjust the lever up a bit.
The master bathroom is newly remodeled. The marble countertops are porous - please avoid using any item containing alcohol or ammonia (including eye glass cleaner, nail polish or nail polish remover) over the countertop. Also, if possible please use the squeegee the glass in the shower after using. In case of emergency, there is a plunger located in the garage to the left of the washing machine.
Noise, Neighbors and Parking
Please try to be courteous of neighbors with no loud noise after 10:00 PM or before 9:00 AM. Also, if possible, please try to park in front of the house or in the driveway rather than in front of the neighbors houses.
Because of serious allergies, there are no pets allowed.
This is a non-smoking home. If you do smoke please do so outside.
The sprinklers in the garden go on every morning at around 7:30 AM. You may hear a noise in the kitchen as they go on. The gardener will arrive Saturday morning and will work for about 20 minutes. They usually arrive somewhere between 9:30 and 11:00 AM.
Please give a little water to the houseplants, maybe every 4 or 5 days. There is a watering pitcher in the garage on the dryer. There are three in the living room, two in the kitchen, one in the green guest bath and one in the master bath. The one in the dining room is silk as is the orchid in the living room. If you are not up for this, please let me know and I will make other arrangements.
Also, please water the outside flowers by the barbeque and the pots by the stairs every 4 days, especially in the summer. Please let me know if you are unavailable to do this and I will make other arrangements.
TV – Living Room and Office
Living Room TV
To operate the television in the Living Room:
- Press the "Power" button on the black and silver xfinity remote (to power on the TV)
- Use the xfinity remote to change channels and adjust volume
To play a movie:
With the power on to the TV and Yamaha units (as mentioned above)
- Press the power button on the black Sony BD remote
- Press open on the remote, insert disk into BluRay Player and close
- The TV will automatically start the movie in this mode
- You can use the sound on the TV and adjust volume on the Sony remote or to have surround sound, power on the Yamaha remote to switch sound to the BluRay Player (LD-TV).
- Use the black Sony BD remote to operate movie and press play.
Office TV
- Power on with Sharp remote – keep on channel 3
- Power on Comcast remote (use for changing channels - use Sharp remote to adjust volume)
Checking In and Checking Out
Check in is at 4:00 PM. If you need to arrange an earlier time, please let me know and I will see if we can make other arrangements.
Check out is at 10:00 AM. I usually try to have the cleaning people in by 10:00 or 10:30 AM so please be courteous and plan ahead for a prompt check-out.
When checking out, please:
Remove the sheets off the beds
Start a load of sheets in the washing machine to help the cleaners get a head start. Laundry detergent is located on the shelf in front of the washer. The detergent goes right on top of the laundry.
Place the used towels on the floor in the green bathroom
Place dirty dishes in dishwasher and start the cleaning cycle. Dishwasher detergent and other cleaning supplies are located under the kitchen sink.
Remove food items from the refrigerator
Place garbage in the garbage bins in the garage. There are additional kitchen garbage bags under the sink in the kitchen and in the garage.
Leave keys on the kitchen table – you can lock the front door from inside before you depart.
If you experience any problems with the house or if there is any breakage that might need repair, please let me know. I want to keep the house in shape for future guests as well.
Great house, great location, safe area. Catherine was a wonderful host. Kitchen is well equipped. We would stay again.....
Catherine was wonderful! She even came by the house and put the trash bins out for us for garbage pick up. Very easy to work with and accommodating. The house was in great condition and location. Thank you for sending the sweatshirt we left behind. We received it in perfect condition.
Catherine was an excellent host and the house was perfect. The house is very spacious and has many great places to relax, including the backyard! The neighborhood is very comfortable with lots of great local places to eat.
I have conflicted feelings about my recent stay at this charming San Carlos home. During the approx two weeks my mother and I stayed there, we had a nice time. The house and appliances/furniture were older but that was fine. It was still plenty comfortable and centrally located. Just a quick heads up the street where the house is located can be tricky to back out of as there is dense street parking which can block your view if you're parked in the driveway.
The challenge we had occurred after we checked out and were notified by the owner and Airbnb that the master bedframe was broken along with a storage chest in the living room. This was shocking to my mom and I as we genuinely hadn't noticed either of these issues. If we had we would have immediately notified the owner like we did with a blanket which tore (and which we more than covered the cost of replacing with a brand new one immediately).
The result of being accused of this bed and storage bin damage nearly led to the loss of our deposit which was quite scary since we hadn't done anything wrong. What's complicated about the situation is that the owner was not there to meet us at the beginning or the end so there was no point when we could walk the house jointly to call out any noticeable issues. We don't know when the owner was last present at the house or if the house had been thoroughly checked after the any previous tenants. My mother was able to speak with the owner and I believe after that discussion the charges were dropped, leading to us receive our deposit back. I appreciate the owners willingness to speak to us but unfortunately I'm hesitant to use Airbnb again due to how vulnerable I realize I am as a renter with this particular site.
Overall, the house is quite comfortable and quiet, the TV is easy to use, and the back yard is nice and peaceful. People should feel ok renting this house as long as they do a walk through inspection with the owner.
Jessica, thank you for your kind words about the house and for your helping to reimburse for the torn duvet cover. I really appreciate your help there.
I'm so sorry that your experience was not one hundred percent positive. I really don't know what may have happened with the damage to the bed and the chest in the living room – it remains a mystery. I have not had that happen with any of the many guests who have stayed at the house in the past. There were no other guests 3 weeks prior to your arrival and I had done a thorough check. I'm glad your Mom and I were able to connect and that your full deposit was refunded to you. I'll plan to mail her the items she had left at the house. I hope that you'll have faith and consider trusting Airbnb in the future.
The stay was extremely lovely. The house is spacious and clean. Catherine was kind enough to leave us with beers on our first day of checking in. The neighborhood was quiet and conveniently located near the downtown of San Carlos. We would love to stay again next time for our visit the bay area.
Catherine was prompt and informative in all communications with me throughout the process.
The house was very tidy and you can tell the owner takes pride in her home.
The barbeque in the garden was wonderful and we were able to have a nice meal with our classmates.
The location was great with only a 15 minute drive into the center of Silicon Valley with very little traffic.
I highly recommend this house for your stay in or around Silicon Valley.
Beautiful home, Catherine was wonderfully welcoming and we had an amazing time around the table for 8 catching up with family and friends in the area. Picked a ripe lemon up in the back yard, loved the beautiful flowers and plants - both inside and out! Close to major streets and the 101. Would love to stay there again if back in the area. Thanks, Catherine!
I am a business consultant with an International MBA who loves to travel. I enjoy learning languages and speak French and Spanish, with some limited Italian and very limited Japanese. I also enjoy gourmet cooking, hiking, biking, skiing, gardening and wine tasting. I like traditional architecture and decor and have tried to have my house reflect that genre along with keepsakes from my travels.


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Standard Room, 1 Queen BedMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Superior Room, 2 Single BedsMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 2 children, 1 infant)
Superior Room, 1 Queen BedMax Occupancy: 2 guests
Superior Room, 1 King Bed (EXTRA)Max Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 2 children, 1 infant)
Presidential Suite, 1 Queen BedMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Standard Room, 2 Single BedsMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child, 1 infant)
Hotel in Oslo near Karl Johan Street
Located in the heart of Oslo, this hotel is within walking distance of Oslo Tourist Information, Karl Johan Street, and Parliament. Also nearby are Royal Palace and Oslo City Hall.
Hotel Features
In addition to a restaurant, Scandic Victoria features complimentary bicycles. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Room Amenities
Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guestrooms also feature complimentary wireless Internet access, minibars, and coffee/tea makers.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary.
Event facilities measuring 1883 square feet (175 square meters) include conference space and meeting rooms. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).
- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 199
- Number of floors - 8
- Bar/lounge
- Free breakfast
- Conference space
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Computer station
- Meeting rooms
- Luggage storage
- Restaurant
- Conference space size (feet) - 1883
- Conference space size (meters) - 175
- Number of meeting rooms - 3
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Self parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Pay movies
- Phone
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Cable TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Where to Eat
Guests are offered a complimentary buffet breakfast.
Victoria Haven - This buffet restaurant serves lunch only. Open select days.
Victor - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Nearby Things to Do
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Free bicycles on site
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Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
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Pets allowed
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Self parking fee: NOK 315 per night
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I was hoping for some information to help take care of my newly inherited dieffenbachia. At least that is how someone identified it on the Name That Plant forum. It is very spindly and droopy and I don't know why. Any ideas? Wisdom to bestow? I'd surely appreciate it!
Thx, Valentina
I've never seen a Dief looking like this before. Those stems will never be capable of holding themselves upright (which this plant is supposed to be) so I would take cuttings of the straggly stems, and repot the root ball to give it a chance to grow some vigorous new stems. Sections of naked stem, buried (shallowly) sideways can yield plants also. I would let cuttings callous overnight before putting in soil. These are plants that appreciate low light, but it looks like this one hasn't had enough.
Your pic isn't hard to see, but is sideways.
That was my immediate response, to make cuttings of the straggly stems. I'm not sure what you mean by "sections of naked stem buried (shallowly) sideways can yield plants..."
I had some sun in Seattle today - must be Seahawks sunshine for winning the division, so I put the plant in some sun. I'm going to take your advice . I've already repotted the root ball. Fortunately the roots are healthy. It's just so droopy.
Thank you for your help and I'll let you know how it goes! Oh, and thanks for telling me that my image is sideways.
The stems are so long, my comment was about how one might want to cut the tops, but have long sections of leaf-less, naked stem afterward. Those sections of stem theoretically can be propagated, though whether or not it works is always a gamble.
Good luck! You should eventually get something good-looking going out of this.
Sunshine is in short supply everywhere this winter!
Yup, Purple replied sooner, but the image is sideways. Take cell phone and tablet images in landscape, bottom of phone to your right. :)
You got good advice on your plant. Spring weather will help tremendously. I hope it cheers up.
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The PR Newswere website noted that the Business Model Canvas is rapidly being adopted worldwide. In a study conducted jointly by Strategyzer and Business Models Inc., the main reason identified for the adoption of the Business Model Canvas is that it provides a common language for strategy and innovation, thus optimizing strategic discussions and ideas. And this is one reason why corporations such as Nestlé, Proctor & Gamble, Mastercard and universities Berkeley, Stanford and IMD have embraced this approach.
Journal of Knowledge Management, Volume 19, Issue 2, April 2015.
Purpose Effective knowledge-sharing is fundamental to stimulation of the process of knowledge absorption. The limited proximal communication between the employees in the pharmaceutical industry stifles their knowledge-sharing behaviour significantly. This study explored deterrents to knowledge-sharing in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional case study, consisting of semi-structured interviews with managers and scientists, was conducted in a multinational pharmaceutical company in Australia. Respondents were asked to answer questions regarding their current knowledge-sharing practices and to identify organisational deterrents to knowledge-sharing. The data were condensed into themes according to the thematic analysis method. Findings The pharmaceutical industry is extensively regulated and its excessive competitiveness is cultivating organisational reticence towards the development of a knowledge-sharing culture. Nine categories of deterrents to intra- (within) and inter-organisational (between organisations) knowledge-sharing have been identified. These categories include high cost of sharing knowledge, information technology limitations, knowledge-hiding, lack of socialisation, lack of trust culture, non-educational mindset, organisational politics, poor leadership and time pressure. Research limitations/implications The population of this study consists of managers and practitioners working for a pharmaceutical company. Hence the generalisability of the findings to other healthcare settings is unknown. Practical implications The findings have implications for leaders and managers who should be aware of these professional diversities, instigators as well as the ripple effects of limited knowledge-sharing in order to guide the organisation towards developing an optimal knowledge-sharing culture. Originality/value A focused investigation of knowledge-sharing behaviour within the pharmaceutical industry in Australia, considering the pressure applied to this industry over the last decade. A case study that specifically focuses on the diversity of deterrents to knowledge-sharing in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.
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European Journal of Innovation Management, Volume 18, Issue 2, May 2015.
Purpose This study explores the relationship between innovative behavior and firm performance to determine empirically whether managers' innovative behavior impacts directly or indirectly on firm performance through innovative output. A proposed conceptual model is tested with the moderating effects of environmental dynamism Design/methodology/approach An empirical study tests the conceptual model of a multi-industry sample of Tunisian SMEs. For this analysis we apply the Partial Least Squares (PLS) technique using the software package SmartPLS, version 2.0 Findings Empirical findings reveal that innovative behavior acts on innovation output thus having a positive and significant effect on business performance. Direct effect on business performance is found to be positive but weakly significant. These positive relationships tend to decrease when market conditions are highly dynamic. Practical implications Managers should be aware of the strategic potential of their innovative skills which can reinforce a firm's innovativeness in order to improve business performance. Originality/value This article proposes a model showing how a manager's innovative behavior affects innovation output thus enhancing firm performance. The proposed conceptual model gives a more specific vision with the introduction of environmental dynamism as a moderating factor.
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Innovation portfolio management (IPM) addresses the resource allocation across a firm's portfolio of new product development projects consistent with corporate strategy. The paper provides a comprehensive review of IPM research and offers new conceptual arguments by systematizing prior findings in the following four categories: optimization perspective, strategic perspective, decision-making perspective and organizational perspective. These different approaches to IPM have been largely disconnected so far, but they can complement one another to provide new theoretical insights into a critical topic in innovation research. The different approaches are therefore integrated into an overarching perspective and a detailed research agenda is proposed.
The World Economic Forum website noted thaT In a more connected world, open innovation offers opportunities to reduce research costs, spread risks and bring innovations to market more quickly. This approach has yielded significant benefits in many fields, including healthcare, IT business models and public policy. In the IT and software industries, open innovation has meant that companies license one another's software to build new types of products. Governments are also embracing the open innovation paradigm.


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It's almost hard to remember a time before J. Crew. Fact is, the brand is now one of the major arbiters of modern men's style. Thanks for that go, in large part, to men's designer Frank Muytjens, who's managed to create collections that appeal to regular guys and fashion obsessives alike, time and time again. Never overly historically minded or heavy-handed with his inspiration (we've seen enough Mad Men-tinged collections to last a lifetime), Muytjens does an excellent job at creating a mood that feels evergreen and accessible. Brightly colored Fair Isle sweaters, rust-colored denim work-wear, quad-ready crewneck sweatshirts, a black watch suit cut from Harrish Tweed — these all feel familiar, but Muytjens renders them with a clarity that avoids misty-eyed nostalgia. No tricks or hidden meanings lurk beneath a mustard shawl collar cardigan with weathered blue jeans, or a cable knit sweater in burgundy. They're just thoughtful, beautifully executed items that you want in your closet because you have a hunch that you'll be wearing them for a long, long time. And, well, you're right. See the entire collection in the slideshow.
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Ratings based on 27 Verified Reviews
They paid and stayed. We double-checked.
4.2 Room cleanliness
4.4 Service & staff
4.1 Room comfort
3.6 Hotel condition
They paid and stayed.
We double-checked.
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for Familiesby Lars Olefrom Longyearbyen
Flott hotell ved strandpromenadenPosted Dec 8, 2014 on Hotels.com
Flott beliggende hotell, med meget romslige rom. Super restaurant hvor også lokalbefolkningen gikk for å spise.
for Everyoneby A verified travelerfrom stockholm
Läget o utsikten toppen njut av frukost med vyPosted Nov 20, 2014
Toppenvecka Trfvlig personal vid havet med härlig strandpromenad o Capes bästa köttrestaurang rung hörnet
for Everyoneby A verified travelerfrom London
Great locationPosted Sep 28, 2014
Cons: Bathroom could do with a good going over with a steam cleaner - would give it a higher rating if that niggle could be sorted.
Easy access from the hotel to just about anywhere in Cape Town. Food in the hotel is above average for the price although I would say breakfast might be a little more epensive than elsewhere - though to a higher standard.
for Couplesby A verified travelerfrom Hamburg
Super Lage, sehr freundlich, spektakulärer BlickPosted Aug 18, 2014
Pros: die Lage
Location: Direkt an der Uferpromenade mit tollem Sonnenuntergang. Drei gute Restaurants sicher und zu Fuß erreichbar. Joggen ab Haustür am Ufer entlang
freundlich, entspannt, gutes Restaurant im Erdgeschoss - sehr preiswertes und leckeres Essen. Gute Weinkarte
for Business Travelersby Ricardo Cfrom Angola
Good and funkyPosted Aug 7, 2014 on Hotels.com
Good hotel in general. The front desk personnel were very nice and helpful. The views are magnificent both to the beach side and mountain side. The restaurant downstairs is very convenient and with a funky youth vibe.
for Getaway With Friendsby Luis Ariasfrom Costa Rica
Excellent!!Posted Jun 23, 2014 on Hotels.com
Great location!! Their restaurant is really good!! Loved it! Near from V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay and Clifton Beach.
for Everyoneby Charfrom Stellenbosch
Very good value for moneyPosted Jun 21, 2014
Pros: Comfortable and friendly staff.
Location: Close to city and V&A Waterfront.
Friendly staff, good food, the best sushi, comfortable room, sea view, good value for money.
for Couplesby Trevorfrom California
exceeds expectations!Posted May 29, 2014 on Hotels.com
4 months strait of traveling, and this was by far the best hotel! Yes, there is a bit of noise from the building being built next door, but it's not a big deal. Beautiful park in front of the hotel where people walk their dogs, and unobstructed view of the bay and Robben Island. And the staff- not one person was anything less than pleasant. If the staff doesn't know you and say hi to you when they see you on a personal level, there's something wrong with you. They have free bikes to use which is great, and the restaurant below is delicious and well priced. It may seem like I'm overly positive about this place, but they deserve it; it was a great ending to our month in SA! We will be back!
Recommendedby T.Matthewsfrom Netherlands
Great location and great service!Posted Apr 28, 2014 on Hotels.com
Loved staying here - we paid a great price for a room with a great view. It would have been ncei if breakfast was included though. The location wasg reat - Moule Point; we were right across from the Citysightseeing Bus Stop! Service was superb - the staff at reception were so friendly, open, and honest - true South African style! The only downer was that the rooms seemed a little worn.
for Couplesby paulfrom london
Great locationPosted Mar 30, 2014
Pros: Good location
Cons: Swimming pool
Location: Good location , easy access to waterfront
A great place to stay as easy access to all attractions I:e the waterfront , table mountain , robben island , tour bus stops across the road from hotel , if you have a car never a problem parking in street if hotel parking not available . One word of warning there is a light house about 100 metres from your hotel if you get a foggy night the horn goes every 30 seconds through the night but still a funny experience . Also easy access to camps bay for a day at the beach , lovely restaurant below the hotel good food , cheap drinks , great staff , also hotel staff very helpful ! Would recommend this to people who like to use as a base and experience the area , if you want to just chill select a hotel with a pool .


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HoverBun 2000™: floor buffing complete
HoverBun 2000™: has detected foreign matter
HoverBun 2000™: requests more eyeliner
Kristin M., does this model provide neck noms?
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This little grey bun's Ma perished just a week after it was born.
Thankfully, this Marmalade Matron cat-dopted the bun as her own.
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Pouting and harumphing as usual.
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Dead circuit
While trimming hedges using an electrical trimmer, I cut the wire that runs the trimmer. The trimmer was running off an outlet on an outside wall of the house. Now this outlet, plus one on another wall of the house, together with the outlet inside the garage, are all dead. I looked at the electrical panel, there is no breaker that was on "Off" position. I do not know which breaker was responsible for that circuit. The panel was clearly marked with stickers like "AC", "living room", but I do not see any sticker for "outside circuit". The only one that seems suspicious is "GCFI". But this is also on "On" position, I tried switch that off then on, still get no electricity from the outside/garage outlets. How do I trouble shoot? DO I need to replace the "GCFI" breaker? Thanks!
They aren't hooked up in "series" but rather one [more expensive] GFCI feeds several [less expensive] receptacles downstream. It's a pretty common way of doing things.
When GFCIs were first introduced and really expensive it wasn't uncommon to find one, say, in the garage, also feeding the bathrooms inside the house. A little inconvenient if you happen to trip one while drying of your hair. :-)


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Swimming Pool & Spa Safety Barriers
Swimming Pool & Spa Safety Barriers Who is looking out for you? Children love the water, but the question is, with summer coming does your pool or spa comply, and do you constantly supervise the children while they are enjoying the pool or spa? Two important measures to prevent drowning or near drowning are compliant barriers around the pool or spa, and constant supervision of children. If you own a pool or spa the building regulations place responsibility on you to make sure that barriers are in place to restrict children from entering the pool area. If children are in the pool area, make sure that there is constant adult supervision, and if that adult is to leave the pool area the children should leave with the adult. With compliant safety barriers and your supervision plan in place it is imperative that an ongoing maintenance program is undertaken to ensure that the barriers fulfil their intended purpose. Key points to constantly check are: Are pool fences, fences, gates, doors and windows that form the barrier fitted and maintained to operate correctly? Are all safety barriers such as gates and doors not left open or propped open? Is landscaping maintained to ensure that tree branches, pot plants, etc. are not climbable by young children to gain access to the swimming pool/spa? Have you checked the general area surrounding safety barriers to ensure that chairs, boxes, ropes, pool pumps, clothes lines, dog kennels, children's play equipment etc. are not able to be climbed by young children to gain access to the swimming pool/spa? Have you inspected adjoining properties at the fence line to ensure that, over time, there has not developed potential hazards or climbable objects that may allow access by young children to the pool/spa? Have you a supervision plan to maintain constant visual contact of children in the pool/spa area? Remember "Never take your eyes off them or leave kids unsupervised". If you are the supervisor and you leave the pool/spa area do you take children with you? Pool and spa safety barriers handout Although summer is over pool and spa safety is all year round Any time is a good time to check the safety barriers that guard your swimming pool and/or spa, in fact, safety barriers should be checked all year round. It is not enough to have barriers installed but not keep them maintained. If you have a pool and/or spa at the house where you live the Building Regulations require you to maintain the safety barrier, including all fences, gates, doors windows and walls forming that barrier. Regular checking against the following list will assist you in meeting your obligations: Do all gates and doors to the pool/spa area automatically return to the closed and latched position without assistance? Do fittings, such as hinges, self-closers, catches and bolts to gates, doors and windows to the pool/spa area operate effectively? Are fences, gates, fly-screens and other barriers to the pool/spa area in sound condition and functional as intended? Have climbable objects, such as tree branches, pot plants or other items within a 1200mm radius of a pool/spa barrier, been immediately removed? Where a boundary fence forms a barrier to the pool/spa area, could it enable a child to gain access to the pool area from the adjoining property. Has this been rectified? Have I made sure that a small child could not enter the pool/spa area at times where there isn't appropriate supervision? If you have any technical questions regarding pool safety within East Gippsland Shire please call the above numbers for details on pool and spa barriers. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Pool & Spa Safety Safety Barriers for Child Protection Any excavation or structure containing water (rigid or flexible), and used primarily for swimming, wading, paddling, or the like, including a bathing or wading pool or spa, is defined as a swimming pool. Safety barriers must be provided to all swimming pools or spas capable of exceeding 300 mm (11¾ inches) depth of water. Do I need a Building Permit YES. A Building Permit must be obtained for a swimming pool or spa with a depth of more than 300 mm (11¾ inches). This permit must include the pool safety barriers. YES. A Building Permit must be obtained for the construction of pool safety barriers for pools and spas with a depth greater than 300 mm (11¾ inches), including portable spas and small above ground swimming pools. The erection of any barrier requires a building permit. These are requirements of the Building Regulations 1994, 2005 and 2006, which are designed to protect children from gaining access to the swimming pool or spa area. The requirements are designed to maximise the safety of children, especially those under the age of five years. Safety barriers may be specially constructed fencing and buildings with doors, gates and windows constructed with fittings to prevent access by young children. Door, Windows and Gates: Fittings and Latching Devices Direction of opening Gates shall be hung so that they only swing outwards, i.e. away from the pool area. Gates & Doors Self-latching and self-closing devices are required on all gates and doors that lead into the pool enclosure area. Windows Where the sill height of windows is at or below 1200 mm from floor level they must be provided with securely fixed screens, or limit the opening portion to 100 mm (approximately 4 inches). Self-closing devices All doors and gates leading into the pool enclosure must be fitted with a device that will return the gate to the closed position and operate the latching device from any position (including resting against the lock or latch) from a stationary start without the application of a manual force. Self-Latching device All doors and gates leading to the pool enclosure must be fitted with a device that will automatically operate on the closing of the gate or door and will prevent the gate or door from being opened without being manually released. The release for the self-latching device must be not less than 1500 mm above the floor or ground level The Self Latching and Self Closing devices must also operate with a weight of 25 kg (eg. the weight of a child) suspended from the top rail of the gate at a distance of 100 mm in from the lock stile. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Clearance There must be no climbable features within a 1200 mm quadrant from the top of the safety barrier (eg. trees, filter or heating equipment, fences, rails, play equipment). Vision Provide full vision into the pool enclosure area. There should not be any blind or hiding spots eg. behind sheds etc. It should be possible to see children at all times. Types of Fencing Fencing for pools and spas constructed or approved after 8th April 1991 must comply with the requirements of AS 1926.1, which is the national code – "Fencing for swimming pools". Boundary Fences Title boundary fences (palings) can be used as safety barriers as follows: • Be at least 1200 mm high, with the top of the palings not less than 1100 mm above the top of the plinth. • Have palings on the approach side (outside the pool area), or the rails covered with material that will render them unclimbable (eg perforated material or mesh with apertures not greater than 13 mm with strainer wire top and bottom). • The height of any opening between the bottom of the fence and the finished ground level shall be no greater than 100 mm. • Be capable of sustaining a force of 300N applied in any direction without breaking or dislodging of palings. Paling fences must be kept in good condition with no loose, cupped or rotted palings or rusted fixing nails which may make the fence climbable or unable to meet the strength requirements. Fences made from other materials Fabricated Metal Fences (small section steel, aluminium or other suitable metals: Significant dimensions: • Effective height of the fence must be at least 1200 mm. • Vertical members are to be spaced not more than 100 mm apart. • Horizontal members are to be placed a minimum of 900 mm apart vertically. Where there are two or more horizontal members the 900 mm measurement is made from the top surface of the highest lower member to the top surface of the lowest upper member. • The top surface of the highest of the lower group of horizontal members must be at least 1100 mm below the top of the fencing. • The height of any opening between the bottom of the fence and the finished ground level must be no greater than 100 mm. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Post and Rail Construction Construction material: Palings, galvanized steel, fibre cement (fibro), aluminium or similar profile, or flat wall materials. Significant dimensions: • Effective height of the fence must be at least 1200 mm. • Rails, if on the approach side or outside of fencing, are to be not less than 900 mm apart measured between the top surfaces of the rails. • The top surface of the lower rail is to be at least 1100 mm from the top of the fencing. • The height of any opening between the bottom of the fence and the finished ground level shall be no greater than 100 mm. There must be a height of at least 900 mm clear of any potential handholds or foot holds and any footholds at the bottom of this clear distance must be at least 1100 mm from the top of the fencing. Picket fences must also meet the above requirements if pickets are spaced more than 10 mm apart or the rails are on the outside. In any event pickets must not be spaced more that 100 mm apart. Perforated materials, wire mesh or fabric fences Significant dimensions: • Where the material has openings greater than 13 mm but less than 100 mm - the effective height shall be not less than 2400 mm. • Material with openings greater than 100 mm shall not be used. • The height of any opening between the bottom of the fence and the finished ground level shall be no greater than 100 mm. • Fencing using mesh shall include a strainer wire at the top and the bottom of the fence. Infill Panel Fences Construction materials: glass fibre reinforced plastics, reinforced glass, timber, plywood, exterior grades of hardboard or other sheet products in framed ledge or panel construction. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Significant dimensions: • Any potential climbing holds to be at least 900mm apart vertically. • The lower of any climbing holds between which the vertical distance of 900 mm is measured is to be at least 1100 mm below a height of 1200 mm and is not to exceed 100 mm. • The height of any opening between the bottom of the fence and the finished ground level shall be no greater than 100 mm. • It will be necessary to ensure that sheet material is sufficiently rigid and adequately attached to its frame. Masonry Fences Construction materials: bricks, blocks or other masonry. Significant dimensions: • Any projections, indentations, or a combination of these having a depth greater than 10 mm are to be spaced at least 900 mm apart vertically. • The lower of any such projections or indentations is to be at least 1100 mm below the top of the fencing. Brushwood Fences Significant requirements: • Brushwood must be tightly packed. • Wires on the outside of the fence must be interwoven into the brushwood, in order not to provide a foothold for young children. Fences with Horizontal Climbable Features Features such as rails, rods, wires or bracings, that could be used as holds for climbing located on the outside of the fencing, or where vertical members are spaced such that they provide clear openings of more than 10 mm width must comply as follows: Significant dimensions: • Horizontal members shall be not less than 900 mm vertically between footholds. Where there are two or more horizontal members, this measurement shall be made from the top surface of the highest lower member to the top surface of the lowest upper member. Where the fence is for a sloping site, the distance between the top surface of the highest lower member and the top surface of the lowest upper member shall be not less than 900 mm, measured perpendicular to the finished ground level. • The top surface of the highest lower horizontal member shall be at least 1.1 m below the top of the fence. NOTE: Substantially horizontal surfaces such as rails, rods, wires, or bracings that could be used as holds for climbing, and which comply with the items above should be located on the inside of the fence. Retaining Walls Retaining walls are climbable objects when they comply with the provisions for masonry fences. Refer diagram. An additional child safety barrier may be required. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Pools & Spas Constructed or Approved before 8th April 1991 Title boundary fences A paling or imperforate fence can be used with swimming pools and spas in existence prior to 8 April 1991 and must: • be at least 1500 mm high measured on the approach side, • be in sound condition with no loose, cupped or rotted palings, or rusted fixing nails. Fences made from other materials. Fences made from other materials that are not imperforate (i.e. with holes or openings) (e.g. mesh, picket etc) must comply with the requirements of AS 1926.1. Doors and gates All doors and gates in pool barriers must be fitted with Self Latching and Self Closing devices. This requirement for self-closing devices also applies to existing pool barriers that were compliant under the old legislation. All building work to construct or alter a pool safety barrier now requires a Building Permit. A Certificate of Final Inspection will provide the certification that the pool safety barrier is in compliance with the requirements of the new regulations. Windows that open on to the pool/spa area must comply with one of the following. 1. Be limited to an opening distance of no more than 100 mm. 2. Have securely fitted flyscreens. 3. Be located with a sill not less than 1500 mm above the floor level of the room containing the window. 4. Have catches, locks or bolts located not less than 1500 mm above the floor level of the room containing the window. 5. Be not less than 2400 mm above the ground or paving immediately external to the window. OBLIGATION ON PROPERTY OCCUPIERS Legislation now places the responsibility for ensuring ongoing maintenance of the safety barriers directly upon the occupier of the premises. The building legislation also makes it an offence to leave a pool barrier door or gate open or to prop it open for any reason. The state legislation now imposes a fine of greater than $5,000.00 for breaches of these safety requirements. Please note: The information contained herein is subject to legislative change. Please contact the Municipal or Private Building Surveyor prior to constructing the pool, spa and barrier. Pool and spa safety barriers handout Answers to Commonly Asked Questions 1) What if I have an above-ground swimming pool or spa? All existing and new above ground pools and spa's require a barrier, even if the sides are greater than 1.2 metres high. When steps or other climbing objects (such as a pool ladder, pool filter and pump equipment) are within 1200 mm of the pool or spa, then a fully compliant barrier is required. 2) I have recently purchased a house where there is no fence around the swimming pool or spa. Whose responsibility is it to install a fence? As the new owner, you are responsible for ensuring that the safety barrier is provided. If you own, or are purchasing a home with a swimming pool or spa, and are not sure that the swimming pool or spa fence or barrier complies, check with a private surveyor or your local council building surveyor. 3) I have recently purchased an inflatable swimming pool. Does it require fencing? Yes. All inflatable swimming pools capable of containing 300 mm or more depth of water require a safety barrier. This may be typical swimming pool fencing, boundary fencing with additional consideration, and/or treatment to gates, fences, walls, doors and windows of the house, or any combination of these. 4) I have recently installed a cover over the swimming pool or spa. Does it comply with the legislation? The placing of a cover or lid over the swimming pool or spa does not comply and is not acceptable. You are required to provide a safety barrier. 5) How do I know if the barrier around my swimming pool complies with the law? Your local private building surveyor or municipal building surveyor can provide you with further written details of what is required for compliance usually on a fee for service basis. 6) Can the pool be placed in the front yard? Yes the pool may be placed in the front yard but must comply with all safety barrier requirements. The need to provide the safety barrier does not override other fencing legislation. 7) I have a doorway leading into a pool area, and the opening contains a solid door as well as a flywire door. Which door must comply with the Regulations? It is only necessary to fit child-resistant door latches and self closing devices to one of the doors. In choosing which door, you must ensure that access will be restricted to the pool area, and that the door will form part of the continuous pool barrier. In the case where the door chosen is a screen door, it is recommended that the door be of solid construction with securely fitted fly wire eg. a security screen. The door must be kept closed and latched or locked at all times, except when a person is in the act of entering or leaving the pool area. For more information see; www.kidsafe.com.au/watersafety.pdf. The Building Commission also has information on Pool Safety Barriers. http://www.buildingcommission.com.au/www/default.asp?casid=3593 2009 Pool and spa safety barriers handout Pool and spa safety barriers handout Pool and spa safety barriers handout Pool and spa safety barriers handout
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