Beach Breeze Cottage--cheerful and cozy! Memories! - Orange Beach

-Minimum age for renters is 25 (children are fine, but must be accompanied by 25+ adult).
-No parties.
-Quiet time begins at 10 pm.
-No smoking/vaping of any kind in the unit.
-Gas and/or charcoal grills are strictly prohibited on the property. There are communal grills located near the back patio for guest use.
-Our unit has two designated parking spots. Please do not park in a different unit's spot. There are additional "visitor" parking spots that can be used on a first come, first serve basis.
**Any cars found in assigned spaces that are not registered with the owner, will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense
**No commercial vehicles, mobile homes, house trailers, large utility trailers, recreational vehicles, campers, boats, etc. shall be permitted to be parked or to be stored at any place within the property. Prohibited vehicles will receive a written notice and if not removed within 24 hours of notice, they will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.

SHORT TERM RENTAL AGREEMENT

This Short Term Rental Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made by and between Anna Jones, Owner of Beach Breeze Cottage and GUEST, (“Guest”) as of the electronic acceptance date of this booking. For good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Property. The property is furnished and includes basic household appliances, furnishings, decorations, artwork, linens, towels, kitchenware, audio/video equipment and personal property.
2. Rental Party/Maximum Occupancy: The rental party shall be limited to the number listed on the rental reservation. The maximum number of guests is limited to 8 persons for Beach Breeze Cottage , unless a specific written exemption has been made by Owner. An additional charge of $100 minimum per person per night for guests in addition to above guests may be assessed. At all times during said rental period, Guest agrees to have no more than the allowed number of guests for occupancy, (including children). If more than the stated number of guests are found to be occupying the unit, without prior written permission, Owner has the right to terminate this contract and Guest will forfeit all monies paid, including rent, cleaning, and deposits.
3. Term of the Lease. The rental period begins at 4 pm on the dates in the reservation and will end at 10 am, on the check out date. Check in time is 4 pm and check out time is 10 am.
4. Rental Rules: Guest agrees to abide by the Rental Rules attached as Addendum A at all times while at the property and shall cause all members of the rental party and anyone else Guest permits on the property to abide by the following rules at all times while at the property. Should Guest violate these rules, Owner reserves the right to cancel this rental immediately with no refund due to Guest.
5. Noise: Guest understands and agrees that they, and all members of their rental party will be respectful to our neighbors, including, driving slowly on the road to the property, not creating any noise (including music) which the neighbors can hear, especially in the evening and during the night. Any violation of this rental agreement and Guest will be required to leave immediately, with no refund for any unused rental time.
6. Access: Guest shall allow Homeowner access to the property for purposes of repair and inspection. Homeowner shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner.
7. Rental Rate and Fees: The rental rate shall be as stated on booking platform.
8. Security Deposit: Guest shall deposit a security deposit per the terms of booking platform for any damages to the property. Said security deposit shall be returned to Guest after departure, less any deductions for damages. In addition, should said damages exceed coverage, Guest hereby assumes all liability for reimbursement to Owner for any damages caused by Guest and their party within 5 (five) business days of receipt of invoice from Owner.
9. Condition of Property: Guest shall return the premises in the same condition as received. As a part of the rental agreement, Guest will pay the agreed upon cleaning fee which includes normal “turn” cleaning. Guest agrees they will be responsible for excessive additional cleaning if needed, and hereby agrees to have excessive cleaning deducted from their security deposit, at Owner’s sole discretion. Guest also agrees to leave the property in good condition with all items, furniture, etc in the same place as where they found them upon move in.
10. Cancellation Policy: Guests are advised that cancellation policy shall be enforced as described on the booking platform.
11. No Assignment or Subletting: This Agreement shall not be assigned, nor the premises sublet without the prior written consent of the Owner. Guest acknowledges that they will personally occupy the property for the entire lease or rental period and will not sublet any portion of the property. Violation of these terms shall give Owner the right to immediately evict Guest and terminate this Agreement, and Guest will forfeit any right of return of any monies paid to date including any security deposit.

12. Indemnification: Guest agrees to indemnify Owner and Owner’s Agent and save Owner and Owner’s Agent from and against any and all claims, actions, damages, liabilities and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees in connection with the loss of life, personal injury, illness, and/or damage to the property arising from or out of any occurrence in, upon, or about the premises, occasioned by an act or omission by Owner, Owner’s Agent, Guest or other occupants.
OWNER and OWNER’S AGENT SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES OR INJURY to Guest or Guests: It is expressly understood and agreed that Owner and Owner’s Agent will not be liable for any damages or injury to Guest or other occupants and their property from whatever cause arising from the occupancy of said premises, both inside and outside of the house, whether on the property or elsewhere.
THE SUPERVISION AND SAFETY OF ALL CHILDREN ARE THE DIRECT RESPONSIBILITY OF GUEST OR PARENTS, OR CARETAKERS OF ANY CHILDREN ON THE PREMISES, including but not limited to community property, patio, and any and all other activities on the premises.
Guest specifically accepts ALL liability for use of community pool on the property and understands that Owner and Owner’s Agent shall have no liability from any accidents, injuries, or death that may result from the proper or improper use of said community pool. Guest accepts said liability by voluntary use of said community pool.
13. Entire Agreement: This document and any attached addenda constitute the entire agreement between the parties. No oral statements shall be binding. This Agreement may only be amended by a written document duly executed by all parties. It is the intention of the parties that if any portion of this Agreement is invalid for any reason, such invalidity shall not void the remainder of the Rental Agreement.
14. GUEST ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY HAVE REVIEWED AND UNDERSTAND THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT and the Rules and Regulations attached, and agree to be bound by them.
15. Guest and Owner acknowledge that this document is available for review on the booking platform and is implied that this Agreement is legally binding acceptance of all terms and conditions, the same as if Guest had actually executed the Agreement in person.
ADDENDUM A
RENTAL RULES

By making a reservation at Beach Breeze Cottage, Guest agrees that Guest and Guest’s party will abide by these Rules and Regula􏰀ons, as well as any other Rules and Regulations posted in the Guidebook or on the property.
1. The Guest understands and agrees that the Owner and/or Owner’s Agent of Beach Breeze Cottage are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. Guest specifically indemnifies and holds the Owner and Owner’s Agent harmless from any liability. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise. If all guests on this reservation do not personally sign this waiver of liability, then the primary renter accepts liability for all guests and hereby waives any Owner or Owner Agent liability on their behalf.
2. Owners have locked closets for their personal possessions and extras for the rental. These closets are private and are not to be opened by tenants or guests under any circumstances.
3. Owner and/or Owner’s Agent are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest.

4. Access to the property will be available at 4pm, the starting day of your rental period. Guest will be given a code for the keypad on the door, for private access to the home. The code will be provided to you at check in.

5. People other than those in the Guest party set forth in the Rental Agreement may not stay overnight in the property. The property shall not be used for gatherings of any kind for anyone other than registered Guests (i.e. parties, dinner parties, weddings, etc.) without advance express written permission of the Owner.

6. Guest promises to keep the property and all furnishings in good order and to leave the property in the same (or better) condition than when it was rented.

7. Guest promises to only use appliances and amenities of the vacation rental for their intended uses.
8. Children: Beach Breeze Cottage is family friendly and welcomes well-behaved children who are respectful of the property. Parents hereby agree to supervise their children both indoors and outdoors, especially in and around the community pool and lake areas.
9. Plumbing: The plumbing system is very effective; however, it will clog if improper material is flushed. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. No feminine products should be flushed at any time. Please use only the toilet tissue that is provided. If there is a clog in the system, Guest will be charged damages accordingly.
10. Pool: Guest understands that a community pool is available for shared community use. Guest assumes any and all liability from use of said pool. Guest is aware that alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the pool area. Guest will supervise any children when using the poo;. By using the pool, Guest agrees to assume all liability from said use and hereby indemnifies Owner.
11. Weather: Beach Breeze Cottage is located in the Gulf Coast area. Owner cannot refund anything due to weather related incidents including power and internet outages caused by inclement weather. Travel insurance is recommended.
12. FALSIFIED RESERVATIONS: Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of advance payment, deposit and/or rental money, and the party will not be permitted to check-in.
13. STORM POLICY/ROAD CONDITIONS: No refunds will be given for storms unless it is a mandatory evacuation. We do not refund due to inclement weather.
14. Pets: No pets are permitted at Beach Breeze Cottage at any time, not even visiting pets, inside or outside. Penalties and/or cancellation of reservation without refund will be enforced.
15. Smoking: Smoking is NOT allowed inside Beach Breeze Cottage.
16. Alcoholic Beverages & Drugs: Guest agrees that there will be no illegal activities on the premises, including but not limited to: possession, serving or consumption of alcoholic beverages by anyone under the age of 21; or the possession or use of any illegal drugs. Additionally, Guest accepts full responsibility and liability and hereby indemnifies Owner and/or Owner’s agents for anything that happens in reference to Guest and/or Guest’s party partaking of any alcoholic beverages or drugs on the property.
17. Fireworks: Fireworks are not permitted at Beach Breeze Cottage at any time. By making a reservation at Beach Breeze Cottage.

Guest agrees that Guest and Guest’s party will abide by these Rules and Regulations, as well as any other Rules and Regulations posted in the Guidebook or on the property.