PLEASE REVIEW THESE RENTAL TERMS BEFORE BOOKING

1. 1. CHECK-IN TIME IS AFTER 3 P.M. CST, AND CHECK-OUT IS 10 A.M. CST. NO early check-ins or late check-outs unless expressly permitted in writingprior to check-in.Please check-out on time at 10AM. Your door code will expire at 10am and the cleaning crew has authorization to enter the condo at 10am on day of check-out.
2. 2. This is a NON SMOKING unit! Youwill be charged a comprehensive cleaning fee in addition to original cleaning fee if there is ANY smell of smoke in the unit.
3. 3. PETSare not permitted in our units under any conditions. This is a COA rule and you will face eviction if found with pets in our building.
4. 4. AGE MINIMUM:Responsible party must be 25 years of age unless accompanied by an adult guardian or parent. I reserve the right to raise the normal minimum age at my discretion based on inherent risk, and/or charge an additional refundable security deposit. No party groups, student groups, etc. and any all-adult, non-familial groups will need to ALL be age 25 or older.
5. 5. BUNK BED CAUTION: NO persons over 150 lbs or over age 12 in top bunks as directed by manufacturer, for your safety! Please be aware of ceiling fans also, due to proximity to top bunk.
6. 6. DAMAGE WAIVER FEE: REQUIRED WITH EVERY BOOKING, in lieu of a security/damage deposit and is non-refundable unless you cancel. Accidental damage protection is automatically included for any damages or accidents, subject to exclusions and limitations that occur to the premises during your rental period, up to $3,000. Any damage deemed not accidental or any damages whose cost to repair, including materials, labor, and/or delivery are above $3,000 will be the responsibility of the leaseholder and may be pursued in litigation. Report damages as soon as they occur.
7. 7. DOWN PAYMENT -All bookings require an initial down payment of approximately 20% to reserve your dates, depending on your total rental amount. This down payment must be paid by credit/debit card ONLY within 24 hours of booking or your lease may be deemed invalid. Once you have committed to the dates, you will fill in the booking form and use the credit card screen to pay via credit card.
8. CALCULATION OF FEES- The down payment is due immediately to hold your dates.

Total amount due is calculated as follows:

base rental charges (nightly fee X number of nights)

+ one-time cleaning fee of $145

+ one-time $40 parking pass fee per vehicle

+ Alabama lodging tax of 16% on that sub-total (all above taxed)

+ $79 damage waiver in lieu of security/damage deposit (add last - not taxed)

9. BALANCE DUE DATE-

Short-term rentals (less than one month), balance is due 30 days in advance OR whatever we agreed to.

Long term rentals (one month or longer), balance is due 60 days in advance of check-in. Your due date is in the provided confirmation after booking. Payment reminders by email are automated and include a credit card link. A personal check to my TEXAS address is acceptable also as long as it arrives by 15 days in advance of your check-in date. Let me know if you are mailing a physical check.

10. CANCELLATION POLICY- Review the policies carefully for complete understanding. Call us if you have any questions.

We have two policies: one for short-term renters; another for long-term renters. All cancellations will result in payment of cancellation fees.

1. A) For Vacations less than one month in duration:

Cancellations that are made MORE THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL will be refunded their initial down payment, minus an administrative fee of $100.

Cancellations made WITHIN 60 DAYS OF ARRIVAL or changes to contract that result in a shortened stay, will forfeit all payments. Early departure does not warrant any refund of rent or deposit.

100. B) For Vacations more than one month long in duration: Cancellations made MORE THAN 120 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVALwill be refunded the initial down payment, minus an administrative fee of $100. Cancellations made WITHIN 120 DAYS OF ARRIVALor changes to contract that result in a shorter stay, will forfeit full payment. Early departure does not warrant any refund of rent or deposit.

AS A COUTESY TO OUR GUESTS WHOSE CANCELLATION RESULTS IN LOSING PAYMENTS (does not apply to the administrative/cancellation fee), we will put your dates back on the rental market and try to rebook them. If we can secure another guest for a similar price, we will issue a refund minus a cancellation fee; however, any differences in rental revenue will also be deducted from the refund. (We often must reduce our nightly rental price to entice guests to book on short notice.) There are no guarantees that we will be able to rebook your dates or refund your money.

It is not our goal to keep your funds when you cancel; instead we will work diligently to rebook the dates so that we can refund to you as much as possible. We reserve those dates for you, and we must assume you are coming - in good faith. When you cancel, we have already declined other opportunities to rent those dates to potential guests.

11. WEATHER/HURRICANE/STORM POLICY - No weather refunds are given - no exceptions. Weather is out of our control and predictions are unreliable. At time of booking, you will be offered the below policy.
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12. 12. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY- The maximum number of guests per condominium is limited to six (6) persons and no more than four (4) adults, no exceptions.
13. MINIMUM STAYS- THIS PROPERTY REQUIRES A THREE (3) NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. Longer minimum stays may be required during holiday or peak periods. If a rental is taken for less than three days, the guest will be charged the three-night rate. This may be waived in the off season or at last-minute, all at my discretion.
14. 14. INCLUSIVE FEES- Rates include a one-time linen and towel setup. Amenity fees are included in the rental rate. We are happy to set up additional cleaning for longer term rentals and you can pay the cleaning crew directly.
15. 15. NO DAILY MAID SERVICE- While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. Please provide your own beach towels. We do not permit bath towels or linens to be taken from the units for use on the beach.
16. 16. RATE CHANGES- Rates subject to change without notice.
17. 17. 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.
18. 18. WRITTEN EXCEPTIONS- Any exceptions to the above mentioned policies must be approved in writing in advance. Please make sure you have early or late check-in/check-out approval IN WRITING.
19. EVICTION- If guest is evicted by the owner, representative of the owner, local law enforcement, or the security company employed by the complex, there will be no refund of rents.