Terms, Conditions, Cancellation Policy & Additional House Rules
This Short Term Rental Agreement (hereinafter: the “Agreement”) is entered into and made effective as of the Terms of this reservation by and between the Property Co-Host (“Operator”) and the Guest (“Guest”). Terms not specified in this Agreement shall be in accordance with the House Rules or the Reservation policies provided separately by the Operator.
Terms, Conditions & Cancellation Policy:
1. TERMS: Check-in and Check-out Dates are determined by the dates selected upon booking this reservation. Seacoast Vacation Rentals will provide reminders of these dates and Guest acknowledges these are the correct dates upon booking. Check-in is 4:00 PM and Check-out is 10:00 AM, unless otherwise noted.
2. Payment is due upon booking and should be made through the booking engine. A breakdown of fees can be found on the booking website, including the Nightly Rate, Cleaning Fee, Pet Fee (if applicable), and Taxes. Guest understands an Authorization Hold (security deposit) of $500 will be captured upon Check-in.
3. DAMAGE DEPOSIT. Upon the due execution of this Agreement, Guest shall agree to a credit card authorization hold of $500 with Operator, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by Operator, as security for any damage caused to the premises during the term hereof. Such deposit shall be returned to Guest, without interest, and less any set off for damages to the Premises upon the termination of this Agreement. However, in the event that Operator holds the deposit for a period of one year or longer, Guest shall be paid interest on the deposit, commencing upon the date of receipt, equal to that interest rate paid on savings accounts in the bank or other financial institution in which it is deposited, less any set off for damages to the Premises upon the termination of this agreement.
4. USE OF PREMISES. The Premises shall be used and occupied by the Guests exclusively, as a private single family dwelling, and no part of the Premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Agreement by Guest for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession, or trade of any kind, or for any purpose other than as a private single family dwelling. Guest shall not allow any other person, other than Guest’s immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of Guest, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Operator’s written consent to such use. Guest shall comply with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy and preservation of the Premises.
5. CONDITION OF PREMISES. Guest stipulates, represents and warrants that Guest has examined the Premises, and that they are at the time of this Agreement in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean and suitable condition.
6. ASSIGNMENT AND SUB-LETTING. Guest shall not assign this Agreement, or sub-let or grant any license to use the Premises or any part thereof without the prior written consent of Operator. A consent by Operator to one such assignment, sub-letting or license shall not be deemed to be a consent to any subsequent assignment, sub-letting or license. An assignment, sub-letting or license without the prior written consent of Operator or an assignment or sub-letting by operation of law shall be absolutely null and void and shall, at Operator’s option, terminate this Agreement.
7. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Guest shall make no alterations to the buildings or improvements on the Premises or construct any building or make any other improvements on the Premises without the prior written consent of Operator. Any and all alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or placed on the Premises by Guest shall, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between Operator and Guest, be and become the property of Operator and remain on the Premises at the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement.
8. NON-DELIVERY OF POSSESSION. In the event Operator cannot deliver possession of the Premises to Guest upon the commencement of the Agreement, through no fault of Operator or its agents, then Operator or its agents shall have no liability, but the rental herein provided shall abate until possession is given. Operator or its agents shall have thirty (30) days in which to give possession, and if possession is tendered within such time, Guest agrees to accept the demised Premises and pay the rental herein provided from that date. In the event possession cannot be delivered within such time, through no fault of Operator or its agents, then this Agreement and all rights hereunder shall terminate.
9. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Guest shall not keep on the Premises any item of a dangerous, flammable or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the danger of fire or explosion on the Premises or that might be considered hazardous or extra hazardous by any responsible insurance company.
10. UTILITIES. Operators shall be responsible for arranging for and paying for all utility services required on the Premises.
11. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR; RULES. Guest will, at its sole expense, keep and maintain the Premises and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Guest shall:
(a.) Not obstruct the driveways, sidewalks, courts, entry ways, stairs and/or halls, which shall be used for the purposes of ingress and egress only;
(b) Keep all windows, glass, window coverings, doors, locks and hardware in good, clean order and repair;
(c) Not obstruct or cover the windows or doors;
(d) Not leave windows or doors in an open position during any inclement weather;
(e) Not hang any laundry, clothing, sheets, etc. from any window, rail, porch or balcony nor air or dry any of same within any yard area or space, if staying at 128 Ashworth Ave, Hampton NH
(f) Not cause or permit any locks or hooks to be placed upon any door or window without the prior written consent of Operator;
(g) Keep all air conditioning filters clean and free from dirt;
(h) Keep all lavatories, sinks, toilets and all other water and plumbing apparatus in good order and repair and shall use same only for the purposes for which they were constructed. Guest shall not allow any sweepings, rubbish, sand, rags, ashes or other substances to be thrown or deposited therein. Any damage to any such apparatus and the cost of clearing stopped plumbing resulting from misuse shall be borne by Guest
(i) And Guest’s family and guests shall at all times maintain order in the Premises and at all places on the Premises, and shall not make or permit any loud or improper noises, or otherwise disturb other residents;
(j) Keep all radios, television sets, stereos, phonographs, etc., turned down to a level of sound that does not annoy or interfere with other residents;
(k) Deposit all trash, garbage, rubbish or refuse in the locations provided therefore and shall not allow any trash, garbage, rubbish or refuse to be deposited or permitted to stand on the exterior of any building or within the common elements;
(l) Abide by and be bound by any and all rules and regulations affecting the Premises or the common area appurtenant thereto which may be adopted or promulgated by the Condominium or Operators’ Association having control over them.
12. DAMAGE TO PREMISES. In the event the Premises are destroyed or rendered wholly untenantable by fire, storm, earthquake, or other casualty not caused by the negligence of Guest, this Agreement shall terminate from such time except for the purpose of enforcing rights that may have then accrued hereunder. The rental provided for herein shall then be accounted for by and between Operator and Guest up to the time of such injury or destruction of the Premises, Guest paying rentals up to such date and Operator refunding rentals collected beyond such date. Should a portion of the Premises thereby be rendered untenable, the Operator shall have the option of either repairing such injured or damaged portion or terminating this Agreement. In the event that Operator exercises its right to repair such untenable portion, the rental shall abate in the proportion that the injured parts bears to the whole Premises, and such part so injured shall be restored by Operator as speedily as practicable, after which the full rent shall recommence and the Agreement continue according to its terms.
13. INSPECTION OF PREMISES. Operator shall have the right at all reasonable times during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof to enter the Premises for the purpose of inspecting the Premises and all buildings and improvements thereon. And for the purposes of making any repairs, additions or alterations as may be deemed appropriate by Operator for the preservation of the Premises or the building. Operator shall further have the right to exhibit the Premises and to display the usual “for sale”, “for rent” or “vacancy” signs on the Premises at any time within forty- five (45) days before the expiration of this Agreement. The right of entry shall likewise exist for the purpose of removing placards, signs, fixtures, alterations or additions that do not conform to this Agreement or to any restrictions, rules or regulations affecting the Premises.
14. SUBORDINATION OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement and Guest’s interest hereunder are and shall be subordinate, junior and inferior to any and all mortgages, liens or encumbrances now or hereafter placed on the Premises by Operator, all advances made under any such mortgages, liens or encumbrances (including, but not limited to, future advances), the interest payable on such mortgages, liens or encumbrances and any and all renewals, extensions or modifications of such mortgages, liens or encumbrances.
15. GUEST’S HOLD OVER. If Guest remains in possession of the Premises with the consent of Operator after the natural expiration of this Agreement, a new tenancy from month-to-month shall be created between Operator and Guest which shall be subject to all of the terms and conditions hereof except that rent shall then be due and owing at DOLLARS $6,000 per month and except that such tenancy shall be terminable upon fifteen (15) days written notice served by either party.
16. SURRENDER OF PREMISES. Upon the expiration of the term hereof, Guest shall surrender the Premises in as good a state and condition as they were at the commencement of this Agreement, reasonable use and wear and tear thereof and damages by the elements excepted. If Parties remains on Premises past the above noted Check-Out Date and Time without prior written consent of the Operator, the Parties will be subject to the fees noted in the House Rules and subject to all state trespassing laws.
17. ANIMALS. All pets are prohibited except otherwise noted in the listing and acknowledged by the Operator. If Guest keeps any such animal on the Premises without consent of the Operator, Guest shall pay Operator a pet deposit of DOLLARS ($500), of which shall be non-refundable and shall be used upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement for the purposes of cleaning the Property.
18. QUIET ENJOYMENT. Guest, upon payment of all of the sums referred to herein as being payable by Guest and Guest’s performance of all Guest’s agreements contained herein and Guest’s observance of all rules and regulations, shall and may peacefully and quietly have, hold and enjoy said Premises for the term hereof.
19. INDEMNIFICATION. Operator shall not be liable for any damage or injury of or to the Guest, Guest’s family, guests, invitees, agents or employees or to any person entering the Premises or the building of which the Premises are a part or to goods or equipment, or in the structure or equipment of the structure of which the Premises are a part, and Guest hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold Operator harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind and nature.
20. LATE CHARGE. In the event that any payment required to be paid by Guest hereunder is not made within three (3) days of when due, Guest shall pay to Operator, in addition to such payment or other charges due hereunder, a “late fee” in the amount of DOLLARS ($100) plus an additional $30 everyday thereafter until rent is paid in full.
21. ABANDONMENT. If at any time during the term of this Agreement Guest abandons the Premises or any part thereof, Operator may, at Operator’s option, obtain possession of the Premises in the manner provided by law, and without becoming liable to Guest for damages or for any payment of any kind whatever. Operator may, at Operator’s discretion, as agent for Guest, relet the Premises, or any part thereof, for the whole or any part thereof, for the whole or any part of the then unexpired term, and may receive and collect all rent payable by virtue of such reletting, and, at Operator’s option, hold Guest liable for any difference between the rent that would have been payable under this Agreement during the balance of the unexpired term, if this Agreement had continued in force, and the net rent for such period realized by Operator by means of such reletting. If Operator’s right of reentry is exercised following abandonment of the Premises by Guest, then Operator shall consider any personal property belonging to Guest and left on the Premises to also have been abandoned, in which case Operator may dispose of all such personal property in any manner Operator shall deem proper and Operator is hereby relieved of all liability for doing so.
22. ATTORNEYS’ FEES. Should it become necessary for Operator to employ an attorney to enforce any of the conditions or covenants hereof, including the collection of rentals or gaining possession of the Premises, Guest agrees to pay all expenses so incurred, including a reasonable attorneys’ fee.
23. RECORDING OF AGREEMENT. Guest shall not record this Agreement on the Public Records of any public office. In the event that Guest shall record this Agreement, this Agreement shall, at Operator’s option, terminate immediately and Operator shall be entitled to all rights and remedies that it has at law or in equity.
24. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted by, through and under the Laws of the State or Commonwealth in which the Premises is located.
25. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement or the application thereof shall, for any reason and to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, neither the remainder of this Agreement nor the application of the provision to other persons, entities or circumstances shall be affected thereby, but instead shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law.
26. BINDING EFFECT. The covenants, obligations and conditions herein contained shall be binding on and inure to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, and assigns of the parties hereto.
27. DESCRIPTIVE HEADINGS. The descriptive headings used herein are for convenience of reference only and they are not intended to have any effect whatsoever in determining the rights or obligation of the Operator or Guest.
28. CONSTRUCTION. The pronouns used herein shall include, where appropriate, either gender or both, singular and plural.
29. NON-WAIVER. No indulgence, waiver, election or non-election by Operator under this Agreement shall affect Guest’s duties and liabilities hereunder.
30. MODIFICATION. The parties hereby agree that this document contains the entire agreement between the parties and this Agreement shall not be modified, changed, altered or amended in any way except through a written amendment signed by all of the parties hereto.
32. NOTICE. Any notice required or permitted under this Agreement or under state law shall be deemed sufficiently given or served if sent by United States certified mail, return receipt requested.
33. RENTAL PARTY. All persons in the rental party will be bound by the terms of this agreement. No part of the Premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Agreement by Guest for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession, or trade of any kind, or for any purpose other than as a private dwelling. Guest shall not allow any other person, other than Guest’s immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of Guest, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Operator’s written consent to such use. Guest shall comply with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy and preservation of the Premises.
34. CANCELATION POLICY. Free cancellation for 48 hours from the time of booking. After that, cancel up to 30 days before check-in and get a 50% refund. Any cancelation 30 days or less prior to check in, no refund is granted.
Additional House Rules:
1. Absolutely no parties are allowed at any time during the stay.
2. Guest agrees that smoking is absolutely prohibited on property.
3. A keycode will be provided for your stay. Backup keys are available if keycode does not function properly for any reason.
4.Guest agrees that quiet hours are between 9:00pm and 9:00am. Our units are located in residential neighborhoods so please be respectful by keeping noise to a reasonable level at all times. If you are on the porch/deck after 9pm please keep your voices down and music off. Any disturbances to our neighbors will result in immediate check-out.
5. No candles of any kind are permitted on the premises.
6. Guests are responsible for all clogged and/or damaged disposals, drains and toilets due to their neglect.
7. Owner will at all times have the right to access the unit for the purpose of repairs, to show prospective buyers or renters, and for periodic inspections. Every effort will be made to notify the Guests of such intent to access.
8. If applicable, the Guests agree to pay fines assessed to the condominium which are caused by the Guests’ violation of Condominium rules pertaining to loud noise, disturbances, destruction of property and all other bylaws. The Guests acknowledge the receipt of the Condominium rules.
9. The Guests are not permitted at any time to use the security deposit as rent.
10. Guests will be respectful of neighbors and will not impede on one’s peaceful enjoyment of the neighborhood.
11. There will be a $150.00 minimum charge to any Guest who adds, changes or removes any lock to the leased premises without prior consent from the Owner or Co-Host. The Guest additionally must provide the Owner with a copy of the new keys.
12. Guest is responsible for keeping the unit free of moisture/water on windows, floors, etc. Any sign of leaks or mold must be brought to the attention of the Owner or Co-Host immediately. Failure to do so will make Guest fully liable for any and all water/mold damage incurred.
13. Guests agree to be jointly and severally responsible for the rent and terms of this Agreement.
14. There is no daily housekeeping service.
15. Whenever permitted by law, the Owner will be entitled to enter the unit even though the term of the booking has not yet ended. Entry is permitted if the Owner wants to inspect the unit or make repairs, or if the Owner wants to show the unit to other persons who may be interested in renting the property. Future laws may authorize entry for other reasons as well. If the Owner ever notices that the Guest is not properly maintaining the unit or is otherwise failing to comply with the Guest’s obligations under this agreement, the Owner has the right to correct the problem and charge the Guest for any reasonable costs which the Owner incurs in doing so. The Guest must then promptly reimburse the Owner for these costs.
16. The Guest is responsible for the conduct of any and all family members, friends, relatives, delivery personnel, guests and to other persons who are invited or allowed by the Guest to be on the Owner property. The Guest must make sure that these persons conduct themselves properly and do not violate any provisions of this rental agreement. Whenever the Owner has to pay any expense, or suffers any other loss, because of anything done by the Guest or any other person mentioned in this paragraph, the Guest must promptly provide full reimbursement.
17. If there are bunk beds, guests use them at their own risk.
18. Additional fees may include (if applicable):
Pet Fee (if allowed) per stay = $100
Early Check-in (if possible) = $25
30 minute late check-out = $50
2 hours late check-out = Daily Base Rate + any fees associated with disturbance of next guests’ stay.
Thank you for understanding!
The Seacoast Vacation Rentals Team