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Irate Neighbors Hate 'Porn Palace' in Pearl River

The Rockland Times calls a mansion listed on airbnb "Rockland's Porn Palace."

A luxury mansion in an exclusive section of Pearl River has residents up in arms—because the owner rents it out through airbnb and other websites.

Those who’ve stayed there love it, according to the reviews, which included raves from people who did a music video and a film shoot, and another person who hosted a Great Gatsby-themed party.

Those who live nearby hate it.

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Neighbors who allege the place is used for sex parties and porn videos crowded into a recent Orangetown Town Board meeting, according to the Rockland Times, which called the neighborhood “an upscale development of million-dollar homes on large lots on the western bank of United water Company’s Lake Tappan Reservoir.”

They want Orangetown to pass a law banning the use of residential properties for commercial hotel businesses. Town attorney John Edwards is researching the issue.

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Here’s what the owner, “George,” says on airbnb:

Thank you for visiting my listing. Before I begin, let me explain that

YOU DO NOT ACTUALLY PAY ANY SECURITY DEPOSIT UP-FRONT WHEN YOU MAKE A BOOKING ON AIRBNB, YOU ARE NOT CHARGED ANYTHING OUT OF THE SECURITY DEPOSIT IF NOTHING IS DAMAGED!! The rental is $500 dollars per night which includes 1 guests, every additional guest is $70 per night. Guests visiting the house for the day and not spend the night are also charged depending on the amount of people no more than $30 per person. Renting the house by the hour is also available (only allowed on certain days), if you are interested please inquiry me and we will work out the details. Check-in time is 3pm and check-out is noon. If we negotiate an earlier time for check-in, it is still subject to change due to checkout of previous guests on the day that you are checking in and the house needing to be prepared for your arrival. Thank you for understanding. When you inquiry me, please let me know the exact amount of all guests visiting the house and how many will be staying the night including their age range. You must be over 21 years old to book the reservation and provide me with valid identification when you arrive to check in. Guests, keep in mind that airbnb does not charge whatever amount listed as the security deposit that I or any other host has listed. Whatever the amount the security deposit is, airbnb will hold (NOT CHARGE YOU WHEN YOU PAY FOR YOUR RESERVATION) that amount as an allowance incase something gets damaged or left in dirty condition. If you damage something worth $100, airbnb will only charge $100 and not the entire security deposit amount that is listed. Again, when you book a reservation, you are not instantly charged any security deposit unless something actually gets damaged in the house. Please send me a message if you have any questions regarding pricing and to see if the dates that you would like are available. Thank you.

Exclusive modern design home with tall ceilings for a private getaway relaxation and entertainment. Large windows with gorgeous views. 15 minutes drive to NYC!! Great for events!! Fully furnished, indoor gym, laundry, dryer, couches, beds, LED lights, 2 fireplaces, 3 large TV’s, wifi, bluetooth audio streaming, cable tv, kitchen and bar appliances, bbq grill, cups, plates, towels, 3 very large balcony’s, large back yard, and utilities included!! The house has a bar area (must supply your own beverages), great for relaxed events (not suitable for loud noisy guests and such events), great for families!! please inquiry me for details!!

In addition to the beds that are already in the house, other inflatable mattresses are also available with blankets, pillows (with covers), bed sheets, and duvet’s.

Master bedroom 1 has king size bed, master bedroom 2 has king size bed, bedroom 3 has a queen size bed, bedroom 4 has a queen size bed, bedroom 5 has a queen futon pull out bed, and last bedroom #6 has 2 twin size beds.. And plenty of air mattresses you can inflate in any room you like.

Wi-Fi ultra fast speed is available at the house and is included in the price along with cable TV with many channels available. There is also Apple TV for renting movies and playing your own music wirelessly from your phone, iPad, laptop, etc... To the speakers through AirPlay or Bluetooth. The house has free on site parking onsite.

The house is extremely easy to find and get to!! Quiet, private, and beautiful. Has lots of amenities, 15 minute drive to Manhattan!!

Restaurants, stores, and public transportation near by!!

Guest have access to all the rooms that do not have tape on the door handles, those taped rooms are my designated storage rooms.

I am always available to the guest. I will be there to check the guests in and provide a tour and instructions along with the keys to the house and I will also be there to do the checkout. I can always be contacted via phone or sms to answer any questions.

House is very private, located in an upscale neighborhood.

There are buses, trains, taxi’s, and car rental areas all nearby.

Holiday rates differ.

PHOTOS: 7 O’Grady Court/zillow.com; George/airbnb

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