Vacation Rental Agreement

This is your short-term vacation rental agreement. This agreement outlines everything you need to know about our rental policies for our property. Our goal is to ensure that your stay at our property is wonderful and meets all of your expectations. Please let us know if you have a technology or equipment issue during your stay and we will get it resolved. If you have any questions, please email or call us.

Rental Agreement: This Agreement (agreement) constitutes a contract between the Guest (you, your) and Owner (us, we, our) of the Vacation Rental Property (property). By signing this agreement, you and your guests are agreeing to all terms and conditions listed in the rental agreement. Your vacation rental is a transient rental under state law. This means that your tenancy is temporary for the stated time period only. At no time is the property to be sublet or assigned to another individual. Please do not make any repairs, alterations, or improvements in or about the property. Owner may terminate this Agreement upon breach of any of the terms hereof by Guest. Guest shall not be entitled to the return of any rental monies paid under the terms of this Agreement and shall vacate the Property immediately.

Confirmation of Reservation: Your reservation is confirmed when we receive your electronically signed rental agreement and an advance payment equal to 50% of the rental rate. The name on this agreement must be an adult who is at least 25 years old, and will be the responsible party for the reservation and all rental obligations.

Payment: An advance payment equal to 50% of the rental rate is required at the time of booking. The advance payment will be applied toward the rent. Please make payments via credit or debit card. The advance payment is not a damage deposit. The balance of rent is due 60 days before your arrival date. Reservations made less than 60 days prior to arrival require full payment at the time of booking.

Security Deposit: A security deposit is required at our discretion. If damage exceeds the security deposit, you agree to pay any and all damage charges above the security deposit with the credit card on file. The property is inspected before and after every tenancy. While you are here, we ask your cooperation in reporting any damage. The security deposit, less any charges incurred where applicable, will be refunded after your departure. Your security deposit will be fully refunded after your departure, providing the following provisions were met: (1) no smoking if prohibited by us; (2) no pets if prohibited by us; (3) all check-out procedures were followed; (4) no damage to the property or its contents beyond normal wear and tear; and (5) the number of guests did not exceed the agreed upon number of occupants.

Cancellation: Cancellations made more than 60 days prior to your arrival will receive a total refund of any advance payments less a $250 cancellation fee.

Cancellations made within 60 days of the check-in date will receive no refund and you will forfeit any money paid in advance.

Severe Weather/Hurricanes/Tropical Storms: There are no refunds for severe weather including hurricanes, hurricane evacuations, and tropical storms. It is highly recommended, but not required, that you purchase travel insurance. It is up to you to purchase the insurance, it is not our responsibility.

Travel Insurance Provided by TRAVEL GUARD: Every year, snowstorms, hurricanes and other unexpected weather events cause travelers to delay, interrupt or even cancel their trips completely. A travel insurance plan can help cover your vacation investment. Specific coverage questions should be directed to Travel Guard (1.877.246.5376 or www.travelguard.com/astp). Please refer to product number 008573/008574 P1 & account # 97908.

Coverage is offered by Travel Guard Group, Inc., and limitations will apply. Please visit www.travelguard.com/disclaimer for full disclaimer.

Accidental Damage Protection: Accidental damage protection is included for any damages or accidents, subject to exclusions and limitations that occur to the premises during your rental period up to $3000. Any damage or accident that is not covered under the policy will be the responsibility of the leaseholder.

The purchase of the insurance still requires you to follow the check-out list outlined in the check-out details, and you must follow all terms and conditions.

Insurance: You are expressly excluded from any insurance policy held by us. You understand that it is suggested that you carry renter's insurance to cover your personal belongings.

Minimum Stay: A minimum stay is required at our discretion.

Maximum Occupancy: The maximum number of guests is 9 (babies in cribs not included). If you are found in breach of this contract, you will be evicted and no money will be refunded. Only people who have registered with us as a guest may stay overnight on the property. Guests must inform the Owner of their intention to bring children and the specific number. A child is defined as any person under the age of 18.

Property Furnishings: We will provide you with a list of furnishings that come with the property upon your request. You agree to return all furniture items in a similar good condition, with normal wear and tear expected, as it was prior to the beginning of the lease term. If linens, towels, beach supplies such as chairs, umbrellas, wagons, coolers and body boards, pack n play, high chair, kitchen appliances etc are supplied with the rental the Guest is responsible for lost or damaged at the cost of such damaged or lost items and will be charged to the credit card on file.

Getting Here: The confirmation email will state the timeframe in which we will send you details about the property, including: how to access the property, check-out procedures, community rules, and names/phone numbers of emergency contacts.

Arrival Inspections + Damages: Please complete an arrival inspection on your day of arrival and report any broken items, damage or issues to us immediately. Any damages that occur during your stay must be reported immediately to us. In the event that damage occurs to the property, whether reported by you or found after departure, the cost of repair and/or replacement will be held from the deposit. If the amount of repair and/or replacement exceeds the deposit amount, you will be responsible for any additional costs. Additional costs for repair or replacement will be charged to the credit card on file.

Arrival and Check-in: Check-in is 4 PM local time on your scheduled arrival date. Check-in before 4 PM is not guaranteed. Once we receive full payment and a signed rental agreement, we will send you detailed check-in instructions.

Departure and Check-out: Check-out is 10 AM local time on your scheduled departure date. Check-out is strictly at 10:00 AM. We will provide you with check-out procedures in advance of your arrival.

Cleaning Fee: A cleaning fee is required at our discretion.

Utilities: The cost of normal utilities usage is included with your stay. However, you are responsible for long-distance phone calls/faxes if applicable and pay-per view movies through use of your own streaming account.

Maintenance / Repairs: Even the best or newest equipment occasionally malfunctions and cannot be guaranteed 100% of the time. We have an excellent maintenance team who corrects problems as soon as possible. Authorized personnel may enter the premises during business hours for purposes connected with repairs, care, or maintenance of the premises. Expect lawn care personnel on property once a week.

Operation of Appliances: No refunds will be provided due to inoperable appliances, pools, etc. The Owner will make every reasonable effort to assure that such appliances will be and remain in good working order. No refunds will be given due to power blackouts, water shortage, flooding, snow, construction at adjacent properties or mandatory evacuations of the area by county officials due to hurricanes or other potentially dangerous situations arising from acts of God or nature. You, the Guest is responsible for the correct and safe operation of appliances and equipment in the rental. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold the Owner harmless from any and all claims around injury or harm to you, your family, other guests or anyone entering the rental, from operating equipment or using any of the amenities or furnishings included in and with the rental. This includes but is not limited to the use of appliances, furniture, toys, boogie boards, paddle board, umbrellas, wagons, safety gates, pack and play (crib), high chair, or anything else supplied with the rental.

Community Rules: You agree to abide by all rules governing the community where the property is located. The rules are posted at the property and/or at the community office. These rules are subject to change at any time.

Occupancy limits and groups: In no event shall the Rental Property be occupied by more persons than the maximum allowed persons as stated on the listing or website without prior approval from the Owner. No fraternities, school, civic or other non-family groups are allowed unless Owner grants prior approval. Violations of these rules are grounds for expedited eviction with no refund of any kind.

Parking: Parking is limited to 2 cars. You must park in designated parking areas only. If parking passes are required, they will be located inside the property along with any additional instructions.

No Pets: Our community will allow guests, pets during their stay, until 8/31/2023. This is not a decision made by us, this is a rule set by the Homeowners/Condominium Associations. Until such date, we allow up to two small well behaved dogs per stay for an additional $150 per stay.

No Smoking or Open Flame: No smoking is allowed inside the property. No candles or open flame of any kind are allowed inside the property. Upon departure, if the cleaning company detects any evidence of smoking and/or open flames, you will forfeit your deposit and additional fees may apply.

No Daily Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included with the property, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate.

Conditions Beyond Our Control: We are not liable for events beyond our control which interfere with your scheduled occupancy, including, but not limited to: acts of God, acts of governmental agencies, fire, strikes, war, tornado, hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storm, severe weather, inclement weather, ferry boat cancellation, loss of electricity, or loss of water. There will be no refund in these circumstances. We recommend you purchase travel insurance prior to arrival.

Criminal Activity: You agree to not engage in any criminal conduct on the property, including but not limited to the following: usage of illegal drugs, committing a felony, violating any law or ordinance, disturbing the peace, engaging in conduct for unlawful purposes. We are not liable for any damage or injury you cause to yourself or a 3^rd party while engaging in criminal activity.

Indemnification: We shall not be liable for any damage or injury suffered by you, your family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or to any person entering the property. The rental property may offer access to recreational and water activities, including but not limited to paddle board, body (boogie) boards, wagons, chairs, umbrellas and swimming at the community pool. Guest fully understands and acknowledges that outdoor recreational and water activities have inherent risks, dangers and hazards. Participation in such activities or use of equipment by Guest or any person entering the property, are under the responsibility of the Guest and may result in injury, or illness including but not limited to bodily injury, strains, disease, fractures, paralysis, or other ailments and/or death. Guest agrees to fully indemnify and hold harmelss the Owner and any and all agents, employees or contractors for any injury or damage caused by these activities, regardless of the cause of negligence, breaches of contract, forces of nature or other causes foreseeable or unforeseeable. Guest hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages and voluntarily agrees to release, waive, discharge, hold harmless, defend and indemnify the Owner and any and all agents, employees, or contractors from any and all claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services or otherwise which may arise out of use of the rental property facilities, equipment or activities and assertions of every kind and nature. Guest further assumes full responsibility for the actions of any and all persons whom he/she may allow to enter the property during the rental period and indemnifies Owner from any and all claims arising from such other persons.

Governing Law: This agreement shall be governed, construed, and interpreted under the Laws of the State chosen by us, or by default, the laws of the state within which the Rental Property is located, including any applicable rental acts of that state. Any amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Severability: If any part of this agreement is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the rest of this agreement.

Falsified Reservations: If you provide false information concerning your identity or other aspects of the reservation, you will automatically forfeit the reservation and will not be granted access to the property. In addition, you will not be refunded any money paid in advance. We have a right to report the fraud to appropriate authorities.

Acknowledgement: You have read and agreed to the terms and conditions of this agreement including the vacation rental property rules, community rules, and weather/pet/smoking/cancellation policies. The credit card supplied at the time of reservation will be held for security purposes only.

We look forward to your visit!