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 work with you to 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 making payment, 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.

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 card or personal checks. The advance payment is not a damage deposit. The balance of rent is due 30 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 imay be required at our discretion. We have elected not to require damage insurancce because in fifteen years, damages aoutside ofd normal wear and tear have been very rare. If damage exceeds the security deposit or the amount 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; (2) no pets ; (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 arrival date will receive a total refund of any advance payments less a $250 cancellation fee.

Cancellations and Interruptions

We don't guarantee refunds for any reason other than mandatory evacuation. If your arrival is delayed or your stay interrupted for a mandatory evacuation and you are not covered by Travel Insurance (see below), we will refund a pro-rata amount for the days covered by the evacuation order. Cancellations or interruptions for any other reason are the responsibility of the guest. If you are concerned about protecting against unforeseen circumstances leading to a cancellation or interruption, then we recommend you purchase trip insurance (see below)It costs about 7% of the rental rateand is available at checkout if you are paying by credit card and directly from TravelGuard if you are payoing by another methode. If you must cancel your reservation, please notify us as soon as possible. We really don't want to add to your disappointment by penalizing you unnecessarily, so we will try our best to re-rent the unit. If the unit is successfully re-rented, you will be credited the amount charged the new renter less a re-booking fee equal to one-half of your initial payment (25% of the original rental rate). We think this is fair and hope you agree. If you have questions or concerns, please ask before making payment.

Travel Insurance provided by TRAVEL GUARD:
Every year, snowstorms, hurricanes, medical emergencies, 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.

Severe Weather/Hurricanes/Tropical Storms: There are no refunds for severe weather including hurricanes, hurricane evacuations, and tropical storms, except as noted above. 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: We have elected not to require damage insurance because in fifteen years, damages aoutside ofd normal wear and tear have been very rare, and the coverage costs the renter $49 per stay. We do ask that you report any damages so we can work something out.

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: Suggested occcupancy is no more than six (more than six becomes uncomfortable) and the maximum number of guests is 8 (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.

Property Furnishings: You agree to return all furnishings in a similar good condition, with normal wear and tear expected, as it was prior to the beginning of the lease term.

Getting Here: 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, prior to your arrival. We use keyles entry, so no key will be needed. A key code will be included in your emailed information packet.

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 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 security deposit (if any). 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 3:00 PM local time on your scheduled arrival date. Check-in before 3:00 PM cannot be 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 1100 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 your information packet.

Cleaning Fee:departure cleaning and rental linens are included in the rental amount.

Utilities: The cost of normal utilities usage is included with your stay. However, you are responsible for long-distance phone calls/faxes (long distance from the unit phone id blocked)and access to any entertainment not explicitly included in our materials.

Maintenance / Repairs: Even the best or newest equipment occasionally malfunctions and cannot be guaranteed 100% of the time. We will address any 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.

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

Parking: You must park in designated parking areas only. Required parking passes will be located inside the unit along with any additional instructions.

No Pets: Our community does not allow pets. This is not a decision made by us, this is a rule set by the Homeowners Association. If a pet is found on the property during your stay, we have a right to ask you to vacate the property immediately with no refund of any kind. Upon departure, if the cleaning company detects any evidence of a pet, you will forfeit any deposit and additional fees may apply.

No Smoking or Open Flame: No smoking is allowed inside the unit. 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 any 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. You agree to indemnify, defend and hold us harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind and nature.

Governing Law: This agreement shall be governed, construed, and interpreted under the Laws of the North Carolina.

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 provides 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!

House Rules

• Check-in time is 3:00 pm.
• Check-out time is 11:00 am.
• No smoking inside unit.
• Suggested occupancy six, maximum occupancy eight.
• Absolutely no pets.
• Do not feed the gulls from the balcony.
• Absolutely no house parties.
• Please use the checkout checklist included with the rental agreement.
• Please do not remove our furnishings, appliances, silverware, linens, towels, etc. from the unit (we realize that most missing items are probably taken to another unit and forgotten there, but we spend a little extra to furnish our unit with nice things, and replacing lost or misplaced items gets expensive).
• If you use beach towels or other linens besides the rental set, they must be washed, dried, folded, and put away prior to your departure.
• Sometimes things break. If this happens to you, please let us know so we can arrange replacement. If the breakage was your fault, we encourage you to share in the expense of replacement. In any case, please put broken items away in a safe place where they won't pose a danger to other guests.
• Please rinse beach chairs and other beach equipment as needed and store neatly in the storage room after every use. Please do not leave beach equipment in the hallway.

• Please use things for their intended purposes (e.g., no bedspreads on the beach) and try to put things back where you found them.

• Note: by town ordinance, all beach equipment (including tents and frames) left on the beach between 9:00pm and 7:00am will be picked up and disposed of by the town, so please return all beach equipment to the storage room each day.

What you need to know before you go:

· Please observe the basic house rules as provided above

· The phone number for the apartment is 910-328-0778 ext. 3407. The address is 2000 New River Inlet Rd., Unit 3407, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460. Local calls are free, but you will need a calling card or your own cell phone to make outgoing long-distance calls. Cell phone reception can be spotty.

· Bed Linens: The unit is equipped with three queen beds. Rental linens are provided, including sheets (beds should be made on your arrival), bath towels, hand towels, washcloths and kitchen towels. Please strip beds prior to departure and place all rental linens in the bin provided. Beach towels and a few house towels are available for use but these must be laundered prior to departure. Please do not place beach towels or house towels (labeled S. S. Minnow) with the rental linens. Bear in mind that doing laundry on the morning of departure takes some time, and plan accordingly.

· Baby Gear: In the storage closet next to the laundry room you will find a pack-and-play (please do not take outside the unit, and launder the sheet after use), a small folding chair, and a booster seat and splat mat. Please return all equipment to its proper place after use.

• Food, supplies, and toiletries: Technically, none of this is provided, but you will probably find many of the basics on hand (for instance, salt, pepper, sugar, spices, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.). Please be thoughtful and replace whatever you use, within reason, so the next guests will not find the cupboard bare. If you need supplies there are a number of stores in Sneads Ferry, including a Food Lion, a CVS, and a Dollar General.
• Entertainment: We keep a variety of DVDs, books, and games on hand. Feel free to bring whatever you like, and by all means you may contribute a needed item to the household. If you feel something critical is missing, let us know and we’ll put it on our list.
• We allow guests full access to our storage room. Beach chairs, umbrella, cooler and other beach equipment are provided. There is also a spare refrigerator in the storage room.
• Water from the cold water tap at the kitchen sink is filtered for better cooking and drinking. Water from the hot tap is not filtered. Cold filtered water is also available inside the refrigerator door.
• You will have access to our private wireless network, “SSMinnow’’, using the password noted in your info packet. St. Regis also offers free wireless Internet access across the property for which you must enter the password provided. Between the two, you should be able to access the Internet, but service cannot be guaranteed. Troubleshooting information is provided below.
• The front door and storage room doors are set up for keyless entry using the key code noted in your info packet. Just enter the code and turn the knob toward the center of the door to open. To lock when leaving the unit, simply press the top button and the turn the knob toward the doorframe. No code is needed to lock the doors. If keyless entry fails due to a dead battery or other malfunction, keys can be retrieved from the lockbox mounted on the doorframe using the same keycode. Keyless entry is not difficult and can be mastered even by children with no risk of lost keys, so please use the keys only in an emergency.
• Access to St. Regis amenities – pools, fitness center, and arcade – is via key fob (or in some cases, credit card sized magnetic passes). You should find several fobs hanging inside the front door. Please return them prior to departure for the next group. Take care not to misplace the key fobs or leave them unattended (and advise children likewise), since interlopers who enjoy using St. Regis amenities for free prize them highly. They are also expensive to replace.
• You should find parking passes (genrally not needed in off-peak periods)hanging on the key rack. To avoid ticketing during peak season and holidays, please hang one from the rear view mirror of each vehicle during your stay then return to the rack before departure for the incoming guests. If you need more than two parking passes, you will need to get them from the HOA office on the ground floor of Building 1 during business hours. The HOA is open 8am –12pm and 1pm – 5pm on weekdays, Saturdays during season. The HOA phone number is 328-0739. We can be reached by dialing 910-378-9407. Security/Maintenance can be reached, if needed, at 545-8573 or 545-8574.