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RichmondIllinois60071US
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55Beautiful spot with plenty of sniffing interest.
55We had a great time, lots of nature smells for the pup and plenty of...
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55Lovely spot! Katsudon had an amazing experience and we can’t wait to...
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Private Wilderness Sanctuary! Pond, Creek, Mowed Yard, Long Grass, & Wooded Area! The ultimate outdoor enriching experience!

Richmond, Illinois
Unfenced
1 acre
5.007 Reviews
Sniffpass
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Hosted by Stephanie E.

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Private Wilderness Sanctuary! Pond, Creek, Mowed Yard, Long Grass, & Wooded Area! The ultimate outdoor enriching experience!

Richmond, Illinois
Host avatar
Hosted by Stephanie E.
Sniffpass
5.007 Reviews
Sniffpass
Unfenced
1 acre
Private Wilderness Sanctuary! Pond, Creek, Mowed Yard, Long Grass, & Wooded Area! The ultimate outdoor enriching experience! - Richmond, Illinois
Private Wilderness Sanctuary! Pond, Creek, Mowed Yard, Long Grass, & Wooded Area! The ultimate outdoor enriching experience! - Richmond, Illinois
Private Wilderness Sanctuary! Pond, Creek, Mowed Yard, Long Grass, & Wooded Area! The ultimate outdoor enriching experience! - Richmond, Illinois

Fencing

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Unfenced

Fencing details:

Our designated Sniffspot play area is open, but located between a large pond and a creek- which you are also welcome to explore. We do recommend using a long lead for dogs that are not trained off leash and we do have one available for our ...
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Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

Sometimes

we live in the country and noise carries so you might hear a neighbors dog off in the distance. our own dogs will not be near your area at any time during appointments.

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

Sometimes

our property boarders with horse riding stables and it is very possible you might see or hear them from our property. please be courteous of our neighbors.

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

there might be staff or guests of the horse riding stables located behind us within sight or ear shot. please be courteous of our neighbors.

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryNo

Private entry

No

Additional information is provided on the detailed map found at our Sniffspot Guest Station located on our front porch.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Lake or pond

River, stream or creek

Field

Woods

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free


Pricing
$8 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Richmond, Illinois

Description

**DISCOUNTED FALL PRICING!** Enjoy the great outdoors and explore our private pond and active creek. We have cut grass, tall grass, wooded areas, & natural water features. If you’re looking for a private sanctuary, this is it!

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Our own dogs love the pond and the creek, but they could be deemed a hazard without appropriate supervision. We also have a lot of wildlife including ducks, geese, turtles, fox, hawks, and beavers just to name a few! This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Max dogs per booking
20

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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Meet your host

Stephanie E.

Joined in January 2023


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