OceanWood, Unit 101

House Rules

• Quick Snap Shot: Getaway near the Beach in Quaint Oceanwood Condominum Community, sleeps 5.


• Vacation Rental Lease Agreement This agreement constitutes a contract among the guest(s) and joint venture between Banker Real Estate, LLC acting as Manager and Lighthouse Vacations acting as its marketing entity (herein referred to as “Manager” or Lighthouse”). Please read this Vacation Rental Lease Agreement thoroughly. Any monies received by Banker Real Estate, LLC or Lighthouse Vacations for occupancy of vacation property indicate the acceptance of the terms and conditions of this Vacation Rental Lease Agreement. It is the responsibility of the guest(s) to be familiar with all policies within this agreement. This rental agreement is entered into by and among the renter, hereinafter referred to as "Guest" or “you”. For good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties hereby agree as follows: A. Maximum Occupancy: The maximum number of guests is limited to the number of persons listed in the vacation rental listing. An additional charge for guests over the maximum listed occupancy may be assessed if the additional guests are approved by the Owner. For the purpose of occupancy as per Glynn County’s short term rental ordinance, Adults are considered to be any person age 12 or older. B. Term of the Rental Period: The lease begins at 4:00 p.m. on the date stated in the reservation (the “Check-in Date”), and ends at 10:00 a.m. on the date stated in the reservation (the “Checkout Date”) and shall be referred to as the “Rental Term”. Guest agrees to such time periods so the Property can be properly cleaned for the next guest. Guest represents and warrants to the Manager, and Manager acknowledges and agrees, that it is their intention that Guest’s occupancy will be seasonable and temporary. Unauthorized early Check-in will result in a fee of $100 per hour. If you do not vacate by check-out time (or late check-out time as agreed in writing by Manager), you authorize us to deduct from your deposit or bill your credit card on file for a late departure fee of up to one night’s rental and we may evict all occupants and remove their personal property from the Property. C. Rental Rules: Guest agrees to abide by the Rental Rules attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A at all times while at the Property and shall cause all members of the rental party and anyone else the Guest permits on the Property to abide by the terms of this Agreement and the Rental Rules at all times while at the Property. Guests are responsible for all activity in and at the Property during the Rental Term; this includes any third party service providers or any invitees you may invite into the Property during your Rental Term. D. Access: Guest shall allow Manager or its representatives or contractors access to the Property for purposes of repair and inspection. Manager and Owner shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner though Manager, except that Manager or its representatives or contractors may access the Property without notice if required to ensure the safety of Guests, neighbors or the Property. E. Rental Rate and Fees: Rental rates vary by season, demand, and other factors, and are subject to change. The Guest’s rental rate and fees are listed on the reservation confirmation and are subject to change until Guest has a confirmed booking. Manager may store Guest’s credit card information in a secure third party encrypted system for the purpose of processing payments, fees or damage costs. F. Tax: Georgia applies a 6% sales tax to lodging in the state, and a Hotel Tax of $5/night. Additionally, an occupancy tax applies to vacation rentals in Glynn County (5%). Tax amounts are subject to change. If tax rates change, Guest’s rental balance will be adjusted at appropriate tax rate based on check-in date. G. Cancellation Policy: If Guest wishes to cancel his/her reservation, the rental rate and fees will be refunded as follows: If booked via a third party website (i.e. Airbnb.com), the cancellation policy of the third party website will apply. If booked directly with Lighthouse or via Vrbo.com: 100% if cancelled at least 30 days prior to the Check-in Date; 50% if cancelled at least 15 days prior to the Check-in Date and 0% if cancelled less than 15 days prior to the Check-in Date. Third party fees which may be retained in accordance with a 3rd party booking platform (i.e. Vrbo.com, Airbnb.com, etc.) shall be the responsibility of Guest. Owner (by and through Manager) reserves the right to cancel with 30 days’ notice. All cancellations must be made in writing via email. H. Substitution of Property. On rare occasions, due to ownership changes, properties being removed from rental use, or a need for extensive repairs or maintenance, the Property may not be available for rental on the dates of your reservation. In this unlikely event, we reserve the right to substitute a comparable property. If comparable accommodations are not available, you will have the option of (1) selecting from other available properties (in which case you are responsible for, or will receive the benefit of, any difference in cost) or (2) receiving a complete refund of your reservation payment. In the event of a substitution of rental properties, all terms in this Agreement, plus any terms set forth in the Property Description specific to the substituted property, shall apply to your stay in the substituted property. I. Payment: Acceptable payment methods are credit card, or a personal check more than 15 days before check-in. By accepting the reservation, Guest hereby gives permission to charge Guest’s credit card for the amounts listed in the reservation and any and all fees or damage costs as described below. Guest agrees that all rental monies are non-refundable per cancellation policy above. Guest confirms that Guest has read Guest’s rights to purchase travel insurance. J. Damage Deposit: Manager inspects each Property and inventories its contents between each guest. You become financially responsible for any and all damage and loss to the Property and its contents during the Rental Term. To avoid erroneous blame, you are required to immediately notify Manager of any damage when you arrive at the Property. If you cause damage to the Property or its contents (furniture or furnishings), this must be immediately reported to us. Guest is responsible for the cost of repairing any damage to the premises or Property caused by Guest, Guest’s invitees, licenses and guests, ordinary wear and tear excepted. In addition to the rental rates and fees, Guest shall provide a damage deposit (“Damage Deposit”) in the amount listed on the reservation upon accepting the Agreement. The Damage Deposit will be held by Banker Real Estate and returned within 14 days (less any damages or extra cleaning charges) of the Checkout Date. Manager shall have the right to deduct from the Damage Deposit: the cost of repairing any damage to premises or Property caused by Guest, Guest’s household of their invitees, licensees and guests, other than normal wear and tear; or any late fees and any other unpaid fees, costs and charges referenced herein. In the event that the Damage Deposit is not sufficient to cover the damage or no Damage Deposit was charged, Guest authorizes Manager to automatically deduct any additional sums from the credit card Manager has on file. K. Age Requirement. No reservations will be made to any person under the age of twenty-five (25) or higher minimum age requirement as specified in the property listing description. One (1) parent is required for every four (4) persons under the age of twenty-five. Parents must accompany their children under the age of twenty-five (25) at all times and be present at the time of check-in. Underage drinking and/or partying are not allowed in any of the rental units. Noncompliance of these rules and regulations will result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made. Special Event weekends like the “GA FL Weekend” (last weekend in October) require a minimum age of 30, no student groups, and all guests being age 30+ or accompanied by their parent(s). L. 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 result in immediate eviction. Photo ID is required to check in and will be requested at the time of booking. Failure to provide Photo ID is grounds for reservation cancellation. M. Pool Policy (if applicable): If the Property contains a pool or spa or both, the following provision applies: 1. No Diving or Jumping into the Pool. Diving or jumping into the pool or hot tub may result in head, neck, or spinal injuries. 2. The renter accepts all risks associated with the pool and/or hot tub and specifically agrees that no minor will swim unaccompanied by an adult. 3. No Pets will be permitted in the Pool. 4. Pools and hot tubs have electrical/mechanical components. These components can sometimes malfunction. Manager, its vendors, and the Owner cannot be held responsible for any malfunctioning pool or hot tub. Please inform us as soon as possible if your pool or hot tub is not working properly. No compensation will be given for a malfunctioning heater. Manager will make reasonable efforts to rectify any problems with malfunctioning equipment as quickly as possible. 5. A fee is required to heat private pools and or spas. If you would like to heat the pool or spa during your stay, a $50 per day fee will be added to your reservation unless otherwise noted in the rental description. Payment must be arranged prior to the heater being turned on. Pool heat is charged “per night” and each night reflects a 24-hour period of pool heat, or pool heat up to the time of check-out, whichever comes first. 6. Sand will damage the filters and may result in an additional fee to the renter for draining and cleaning the pool. 7. Please do not consume food or beverages inside or around the pool or Spa or use Glass in or around the pool. Broken glass may result in the need for the pool to be drained and cleaned and renters will be charged any additional fees associated with removing broken glass. 8. The spa is not suitable for pregnant women, children under 12 years of age, intoxicated persons, or persons with certain heart or health conditions. If you have any questions about use of a spa or hot tub, consult your physician. N. Elevator (if applicable): If the Property contains an Elevator, the following provision applies: 1. The Property contains a personal elevator (“Elevator”), which Guest(s) desires to use. Guest understands and acknowledges that there is no requirement to use the Elevator and that use of the Elevator is wholly voluntary. Guest is reminded to check the phone in the Elevator and/or to carry a cell phone. 2. In consideration of the Owner’s agreement to permit Guest to use the Elevator, the receipt and sufficiency of which consideration is hereby acknowledged, Guest agrees individually, and on behalf of Guests heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby waive, release and forever discharge the Owner, Manager and its employees, agents, servants, officers, trustees and representatives (in the office and individual capacities) from any and all liability whatsoever for any and all damages, losses or injuries (including death) to persons or property or both, including but not limited to any claims, demands, actions, causes of action , damages, costs, expenses and/or attorneys’ fees, which arise out of, occur during, or result from my use of the Elevator on the Property. Further, individually, and on behalf of Guest’s heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Owners and its Manager, employees, agents, servants, officers, trustees and representatives (in their official and individual capacities) from any and all liability, loss or damage that they or any of them incur or sustain as a result of any claims, demands, actions, causes of action, judgments costs or expenses, including attorneys’ fees, which arise out of, occur during, or result from my use of the Elevator in the Property. O. Indemnification: Guest agrees to indemnify and hold Manager, Owner and Manager’s independent contractors, employees, vendors and suppliers (“Manager Parties”) harmless from and against any and all injuries, damages, losses, suits and claims against Manager Parties arising out of or relating to (i) Guest’s failure to fulfill any condition of this Lease; (ii) any damage or injury happening in or to the Property or to any improvements thereon as a result of the acts or omissions of Guest’s or Guest’s family members, invitees or licensees; (iii) Guest’s failure to comply with local, state or federal law; (iv) any judgement, lien or other encumbrance filed against the premises or Property as a result of Guest’s actions and any damage or injury happening in or about the premises or Property to Guest or Guest’s family members, invitees or licensees (except if such damage or injury is caused by the intentional wrongful acts or Manager Parties; or (v) failure to maintain or repair equipment or fixtures, where the party responsible for their maintenance uses commercially reasonable efforts to make the necessary repairs and Guest covenants not to sue Manager Parties with respect to any of the above- referenced matters. P. Insurance: We encourage all renters to purchase traveler insurance. As a part of Guest’s stay, Guest may purchase a Vacation Rental Damage Protection plan designed to cover unintentional damages to the rental unit interior that occur during the stay provided they are disclosed to management prior to check-out. If purchased, the policy will pay a maximum benefit of $3,000. Any damages that exceed $3,000 or are not covered under the plan will be the responsibility of the Guest and will be charged to the credit card on file. If, during your stay at one of our rental properties, an insured person causes any damage to real or personal property of the unit as a result of inadvertent acts or omissions, the Insurer will reimburse the Insured for the cost of repair or replacement of such property up to a maximum benefit of $3,000. Certain terms and conditions apply. Full details of the Vacation Rental Damage coverage are contained in the Description of Coverage or Insurance Policy at www.vacationrentalinsurance.com/g20vrd. The Vacation Rental Damage can be purchased up to, and including at, check-in. By submitting payment for this plan, Guest authorizes and requests Generali Global Assistance to pay directly Lighthouse any amount payable under the terms and conditions of the Vacation Rental Damage. Guest should contact Lighthouse directly if Guest does not wish to participate in this assignment. Q. Hurricane / Tropical Storm Policy, Public Health Emergency: Neither Owner nor Manager is responsible for any weather conditions or acts of god or nature that happen during Guest’s stay on premises and no refunds will be made. Guests are encouraged to purchase trip insurance with hurricane coverage. Further, in the event Glynn County comes under a mandatory evacuation during Guest’s Rental Term, Guest must evacuate the property. Limited access to beaches, other closures or concern over disease spread including travel restrictions based on disease/public health are not grounds for refund or credit. Guest indemnifies Manager Parties against the effects of any sickness contracted during or after Guest’s Rental Term. R. No Daily Maid Service: While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. We do not permit towels (other than beach towels) or linens to be taken from the units. Daily maid service is offered under the guest services at an additional cost. S. Noise Ordinance & Good Neighbor Policy: Quiet time for all properties is 10:00 P.M. until 7:00 A.M., in conjunction with Glynn County, Georgia, ordinances. Please be considerate of your neighbors. Radios, stereos, and all other musical or entertainment devices will be played in compliance with the decibel level. The decibel levels cannot exceed fifty (50) decibels between the hours of 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. outdoors. Music played inside may not be heard outside of the property with the doors and windows closed. At 10:00 P.M., all guests not staying at the Property need to depart from the premises. Any and all fines received by Glynn County for violation of the noise ordinances will be the responsibility of the Guest. Additionally, any valid noise complaints from neighbors due to excessive noise or barking dogs may result in a fee of $300 per incident. Please treat the Property with the same care you would use with your own residence and leave it in the same condition it was in when you arrived. Please conduct yourselves throughout your stay in a manner that is respectful of and not disruptive to neighbors, traffic flow, or the community and that will not prompt complaints to us from police, neighbors, or neighborhood or homeowner associations. T. Cleaning Fee: A standard housekeeping fee will be added to all reservations, regardless of the number of nights booked. This is applied for cleaning and laundry services upon departure. To avoid an extra cleaning charge, which may be deducted from your Damage Deposit, leave the property in a neat and orderly condition. U. Maintenance: It is expected that major systems in and around the house will break down from time to time such as air conditioning, washer, dryer, refrigerator, internet, etc. Owner (by and through Manager) will attempt to repair the problem as soon as possible upon notice by the Guest. Neither Owner nor Manager assumes liability to Guest if such should occur as all products have a useful life and break down occasionally. If any unforeseen conditions or problems with the house arise prior to or during the Guest’s stay, Owner (by and through Manager) reserves the right to either refund Guest’s payments pro-rata or place Guest in a comparable property (if available). Neither Owner nor Manager assumes responsibility for such unforeseen conditions. Owner or Manager cannot guarantee against interruption of utility services, including the internet, beyond their scope of control. Please report any inoperative equipment or services to the Manager immediately. Manager will make reasonable efforts to have repairs done quickly and efficiently. Should a repair person make a call to a Property and find the equipment in working order and the problem was due to Guest’s oversight or neglect, the charge for the service will be the responsibility of Guest. Guest understands and agrees that Manager or its repair technicians might need access to the Property for the purpose of making the repair as stated above in Paragraph 5. V. Construction: Owner is not responsible and is not in control of any actions of other adjacent property owners. No refunds will be given for adjacent construction noise or inconvenience. W. Repairs: If you encounter an issue please contact Manager on the day of arrival or day of the occurrence of the problem so that Manager can attempt to fix the issue. Manager will not offer any compensation unless we have been afforded the opportunity to solve the issue. Manager is not responsible for fixing issues or providing compensation for events beyond our control. X. Pets: NO ANIMALS of any kind are permitted at the Property except (1) as specifically authorized in the Property Description and your reservation, or (2) bona fide service animals we are required by law to allow. If your pet is permitted on the Property, a non-refundable pet fee (plus tax) will be charged per pet (service animals excluded). Please keep your pet off of the furniture (including the couches, chairs, and beds) and pick-up and properly dispose of your pet’s excrements in an outside garage container. Guest shall supply its own pet bedding and bowls. This fee does not cover damage, breakage, or extra cleaning caused by the pet; any damage, breakage, or extra cleaning caused by the pet may be deducted from the Damage Deposit and/or charged to the credit card on file. Y. Lost and Found: Neither Manager or Owner will be responsible for Guest(s) personal property left behind or lost during stay. If we are able to find an item left behind we are willing to ship it to the registered guest upon request. Shipping charges will be charged to the guest along with a $25 administrative fee. Items unclaimed will be held for a maximum of 14 days at which time the Manager reserves the right to dispose of or may elect to donate the item(s) to a local charity. Z. Security. To prevent theft of or damage to furnishings or your personal property, you agree to close and lock doors and windows when you are not present at the Property and upon check-out. Should you not be able to secure the Property, you should contact Manager immediately. AA. Pest Control: Many different pests live and thrive in this region. This Property has been professionally treated by a commercial pest control company with precise and complete preventative treatments in an effort to keep all the pests and bugs outside. Should you experience a pest control issue, please contact Manager so that Owner’s pest control company may attempt to eradicate the problem. Manager does not accept liability for unfortunate and seasonal visits of any wildlife including but not limited to rodents, insects and sea life and no refund or credit will be given related to such unforeseen events. BB. Miscellaneous. 1. Time of Essence: Time is of the essence of this Lease 2. No Waiver: Any failure of Landlord to insist upon the strict and prompt performance of any covenants or conditions of this Agreement or any of the Rental Rules set forth herein shall not operate as a waiver of any such violation or of Owner’s or Manager’s right to insist on prompt compliance in the future of such covenant or condition, and shall not prevent a subsequent action by Owner’s or Manager’s for any such violation. No provision, covenant or condition of this Agreement may be waived by Owner and Manager unless such waiver is in writing and signed by Owner and Manager. 3. Joint and Several Obligations: The obligations of Guest set forth herein shall be the joint and several obligations of all persons occupying the Premises. 4. Entire Agreement: This Agreement and any attached addenda and exhibits thereto shall constitute the entire Agreement between the parties and no verbal statement, promise, inducement or amendment not reduced to writing and signed by both parties shall be binding. 5. Attorney’s Fees, Court Costs and Costs of Collection: Whenever any monies due hereunder are collected by law or by attorney at law to prosecute such an action, then both parties agree that the prevailing party will be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees, plus all court costs and costs of collection. 6. Governing Law: This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts and shall be governed by and interpreted pursuant to the laws of the State of Georgia. This Agreement is not intended to create an estate for years on the part of Guest or to transfer to Guest any ownership interest in the Premises or Property. 7. Mediation: If good faith efforts by the parties to this Agreement fail to resolve a dispute, each party hereby agrees that he/she shall submit such unresolved dispute to binding arbitration by a mediator recognized by the Georgia Bar Association. The exclusive venue for such arbitration shall be on St. Simons Island, Georgia. 8. Heirs, Successors and Assigns: This agreement inures to the benefit of and is binding upon the respective heirs, successors and assigns of the Parties hereto. By accepting the reservation and paying monies in connection therewith, Guest asserts that guest has read and agrees to the conditions and policies set forth in this Agreement and by booking the vacation rental reservation shall constitute a valid binding acceptance of this Agreement. Exhibit A 1. No Smoking. This is a NON-SMOKING home. Violation shall result in forfeiture of any monies paid and immediate eviction. If there is evidence that smoking has occurred in the Property, Guest will be charged a $1,000 cleaning and ionization fee. This is a serious offense and this policy is strictly enforced. No smoking is permitted at the Property (including on porches, decks or outdoor areas). “Smoking” means inhaling, exhaling, breathing, carrying, or possessing any lighted or electronic cigar, cigarette, pipe, vaporizer, joint, or other tobacco or marijuana product in any manner or in any form. No marijuana, medical or otherwise, may be used, grown, stored or consumed on the premises. 2. Keys. Unless the Property has an electronic entry keypad, we will provide two keys. If you lose the keys, you may be charged a fee in the amount it costs us to replace the locks on the Property. If the Property has keys used to access the beach, if you lose the keys, you will be charged a fee to replace the key. 3. Occupants: People other than those in the Guest party set forth in the reservation may not stay overnight in the Property. Guest is responsible for providing an accurate head count through the reservation. Guests not disclosed in the reservation may result in an additional fee if approved by the Owner. Any other person in the Property is the sole responsibility of Guest. 4. Assumption of Risk: All of the surrounding properties are privately owned; the Owner, Manager, Manager’s representatives, employees, owners and independent contractors or other adjacent owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the Property or its facilities. Neither the Owner nor Manager is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the Property or others whom they invite to use the Premise. 5. Keep the Property and all furnishings in good order. 6. Only use appliances for their intended uses. Do not microwave plastic dishes or glasses. 7. Pets: Pets are NOT allowed in the Property without permission of the Manager, a Pet Addendum and payment of a Non-Refundable Pet Fee. SERVICE ANIMALS: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to protect the rights of guests with disabilities to bring service animals or emotional support animals under the terms of The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If a guest needs a service animal to ease the symptoms of a disability (as defined under the above Acts), he or she should request a reasonable accommodation, in writing, from Owner (by and through Manager) at the time of their reservation or as soon the guest should include a note from his or her service provider, such as a doctor or therapist, verifying the need for the support animal. Guests need not disclose the details of their disability, nor provide a detailed medical history. Guest who violates this policy shall result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of all monies paid plus $250 pet fee. 8. Any condiments, spices, oils are left in the refrigerator and cabinets for your convenience. Although most condiments are fresh, the Owner takes no responsibility for any illness resulting from the consumption of these items. 9. Criminal Activity Prohibited. Under no circumstances shall any illegal drugs or illegal activity be allowed on the property. Guest understands that possession and use of any such substance is grounds for immediate eviction and forfeiture of payment of all sums paid to Manager including the Damage Deposit. Guest further waives any and all rights to recourse against the Owner or Manager for enforcing this clause. 10. No Events. The Property may not be used for any events (including, but not limited to weddings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, etc.) and commercial photography or filming are prohibited at the Property without our express written permission. Noncompliance of this rule will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of funds paid to Manager including the Damage Deposit and any fees associated with noise. If the event is approved by the Owner, it may be subject to a separate event fee. Prohibited events include, but are not limited to, parties, meet-ups, weddings, receptions, concerts, bachelor and bachelorette vacations, and other similar events. No tents, canopies, or other structures may be erected on the Property. 11. No House Phone. Rental homes do not have telephones so come prepared with your cell phones. 12. Internet and Cable. This rental home offers internet and cable TV and the Owner and Manager will make every effort to have service up and running. However, we can make no guarantee for continuous service during your stay due to user error, down provider services and equipment malfunction 13. Guest Cleaning Obligations. Please leave the Property in the same general condition as it was in when you arrived. Clean all food and drink spills immediately. Be aware that food and drink spills on carpet and furnishings constitute damage to the Property (and not normal wear and tear). Do not wear high heels, spiked heels, golf cleats, or other abrasive footwear on wooden floors. Remove all of your food from the refrigerator and clean any spills you are responsible for inside the refrigerator. Do not leave dirty dishes; rinse dishes and place them in the dishwasher on the wash cycle. Strip dirty linens from the beds and place them in the laundry room. Staff will arrive shortly after your departure to thoroughly clean and inspect the Property. 14. Parking: No Boats, RVs, Etc. The Property is limited to a specific amount of off-street parking, as set forth in the Property Description. You agree to abide by all applicable parking restrictions and limitations. No boats, buses, campers, recreational vehicles, personal watercraft, wave runners, or trailers, regardless of type or size, may be parked at the Property. Vehicles must be parked in designated parking only; do not park on grass, landscaping, or sidewalks. Please contact us if you have any questions about parking.