Guest acknowledges that he/she will occupy the property and is a minimum of 25 years old. Vacation homes are rented to responsible GROUPS only. NO HIGH SCHOOL OR COLLEGE GROUPS ARE PERMITTED, REGARDLESS OF AGE. Any group whose behavior creates a disruption or interferes with their neighbor’s peaceful enjoyment of their property will not be allowed to stay and no refund of rents will be made. Any group misrepresenting themselves may be denied occupancy and no refund of rents will be made. Any use of the premises for purposes other than family vacation must be preapproved by the Agent/Landlord. Check-In Time is after: 4pm | Check-Out Time is before: 10am No refunds will be given for Early Departure or Late Arrival. PRIVATE POOLS If the property has a private pool, please note that is available seasonally. Private pools open the weekend of the first full week of April and close the weekend of the second full week of October. PRIVATE HEATED POOLS: If the property has a private heated pool, please note that pool heat is available seasonally. Pool heat is available beginning the weekend of the first full week of April thru the end of May, and Labor Day thru the weekend of the second full week of October. | Pool heat is included for stays in May and September (unless otherwise noted in the property description). A fee ranging from $350.00 to $500.00 plus tax applies to April, June, July, August and October stays. Pools are set to a comfortable 78 to 80 degrees during the heated pool seasons. For optimal performance, outside temperatures must remain around 60 degrees or warmer. Other weather conditions such as wind speed and direction will also be contributing factors in pool heater performance. Per Village Realty policy, no refunds will be given for inclement weather conditions. Use of the home's pool and hot tub amenities are at your own risk. Guests assume the risks of use and waive the right to file a suit against the owner and/or Village Realty for any loss, damage, injury, or liability that should occur. Therefore, guests assume all responsibility for themselves and anyone that they allow to be in the pool/hot tub area. No glass or breakable objects are allowed in the pool area. No diving, and no one should swim alone. An adult must supervise children who are in, and around, the pool. Please ensure that young children wear swim diapers, not regular diapers. Infants and toddlers should not use hot tubs, as their bodies cannot dissipate the heat as quickly as adults. There is no lifeguard on duty. Please follow all the rules posted. All pools and hot tubs are serviced by a licensed technician. Never touch or tamper with the pool equipment as you will be held responsible for any damages. Please notify Village Realty if there are any problems or concerns and we will initiate a response as quickly as possible; however, there will be no rent refund if the pool or hot tub is closed or not functioning due to any circumstance. COMMUNITY AMENITIES: If the property has access to community amenities, including community pools, please note that pools and other seasonal amenities are subject to availability. Most community pools are open Memorial Day thru Labor Day, with exact opening/closing dates varying by community. Availability is weather permitting and subject to change. There will be no rent refund for changes in community amenity availability. QUIET TIMES: Village Realty takes the enjoyment of our guests and neighbors very seriously. Quiet times between 10:00 p.m. (2200 hrs.) and 7:00 a.m. (0700 hrs.). The neighbors have our emergency numbers and are asked to call us if there is a problem with our guests. Should excessive noise persist, please be advised that the Sheriff will be called, your tenancy will be terminated immediately, and you will be billed for any damages. Your cooperation in helping us maintain a friendly relation with the neighbors is greatly appreciated. Communities may have different quiet times. When making your reservation through Airbnb, travel insurance through Generali is offered during the checkout process. If Travel insurance was elected through the Airbnb checkout process, all claims and information regarding the plan and coverage should be made to Generali. HURRICANE REFUNDS: Pursuant to NC Senate Bill 974, G.S. 42A-36, there are no refunds due to inclement weather including hurricanes. TRIP CANCELLATION and INTERRUPTION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE AND IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. LIABILITY: Tenant understands that the accommodation is a privately owned dwelling with the Owner’s furnishings, and neither the Agent nor the Owner shall be responsible for providing any additional furnishings or equipment. If the air conditioning system or other appliances become inoperable, Agent will exert efforts to have them serviced. However, Agent cannot guarantee the time required to accomplish repairs. TENANT ACKNOWLEDGES WAIVER OF LIABILITY, including but not limited to, hot tub, whirlpool, sauna, outdoor/ indoor pool, or elevator, herein after called special feature, if so equipped. The Tenant understands there are special risks that may be involved in using the special feature. In particular, but without limitation, the Tenant understands that there are potential risks that the special features may present dangers to children who are not carefully supervised, as w ell as the danger of any person using the special features for too long a time, has health problems, or is intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or uses the special feature if pregnant. The Tenant agrees to explain the risks of using the special feature to any guests he or she may have at the unit and to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents his guests may incur. The Tenant understands the risk s discussed above and agrees that he will assume all responsibility for himself and his guests for the consequences of those risk s. Tenant agrees to waive any claim whatsoever against Landlord or Agent for accidents or claims arising from use of special feature. The Tenant agrees to indemnify Landlord and/or Agent for any claims made by Tenant’s guests arising from Tenant’s guest’s use of the special feature. The Tenant also understands and agrees that he is responsible and liable and will pay agent upon request for any damages that occur to the special feature and its support equipment through his or his guest’s misuse and/ or negligence, for example, but not limited to, damaging the hot tub cover and/ or pool liner, or allowing the water level to become too low, or causing water overflow inside the unit. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS. Tenant agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Owner and Agent for any injuries, liabilities, theft, damages, cost, or expense whatsoever arising from or related to any claim or litigation which may arise out of or in connection with Tenant use and occupancy of the Premises and its amenities. EQUIPMENT FAILURE, HOUSEKEEPING, AND OTHER UNPREDICTABLE INCONVENIENCES. All equipment in the unit should be in working order. Please immediately report any equipment problems to the office. Every effort will be made to rectify the problem, but we cannot refund money due to mechanical failure. Please be patient if you encounter any inconveniences. We will be as responsive as possible and will do our best to rectify those things that are within our control, but please understand that often times we are dependent on utility providers or outside vendors where scheduling is outside our control. Examples of such inconveniences include but are not limited to: breakdown of electronics; utility outages; hot tubs or private/community pools; appliances; cleaning deficiencies; nearby construction; spiders, flies, ladybugs, palmetto bugs, or other insects inside the house; bad weather, road closures and hazardous road conditions. We will do our best to ensure that the property is properly cleaned and sanitized prior to your arrival. If you are not satisfied with the housekeeping upon arrival, please notify our office immediately. If the office is closed, we will promptly respond the following morning. We will send a housekeeper as quickly as possible. Refunds will not be granted for housekeeping deficiencies, but every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs. Tenant understands that the condition, as well as the furnishings, will vary in each home according to the owner’s taste. All properties or units are equipped for housekeeping with dishes, cookware, silverware and glasses. Locked areas such as owner’s personal storage areas are exempt from this Lease and are off limits to Tenant. Entry into these areas is prohibited and can result in charges to Tenant. Tenant is responsible for all internet activity, where applicable, and agrees that no illegal copyrighted materials may be downloaded. Tenant understands that no refunds will be given for Internet connectivity issues or lack of service. Tenant is not allowed to upgrade any utility services or order movies on owner's account. Any charges associated with such transactions will be billed to the tenant and their credit card charged. It is agreed that Agent and their employees, for the purpose of clean-up and repair, may enter the premises at 10am on the day of departure and may remain on the premises until 6pm on the day of arrival if necessary. Agent will make every effort to have the leased property available by 4pm. Tenant acknowledges that Agent’s representatives may need to access the property during the leased period for general repairs and maintenance. In the event that rented premises becomes uninhabitable prior to rental period, or in the event of an error in reservation procedure or change in the ownership precludes occupancy by Tenant, Agent reserves right to effect appropriate corrective action without loss to Agent. Liability to Agent/Landlord is limited to rental monies paid by Tenant. Notification of such corrective action will be provided to Tenant at the earliest possible time. NEW CONSTRUCTION: If house under construction is unfinished at occupancy date per Lease, the Agent/Landlord liability is limited to full refund of rent payments and a good faith effort by Agent to locate replacement accommodations. Tenant waives any and all other claims against Landlord or Agent for non-completion of this property under construction. FORECLOSURE: If Agent becomes aware of any foreclosure proceedings, Agent will notify Tenant. In the event of a monetary loss to Tenant, Tenant understands that their sole recourse is with the Owner of the rented property. Tenant agrees Agent cannot be held responsible for funds lost due to a voluntary or involuntary transfer of property ownership. ACCOMMODATIONS CAPACITY: The advertised bedding includes adults and children and must be strictly observed. Exceeding this occupancy is grounds for eviction without refund. Maximum occupancy in homes served by an on-site septic system is limited to two persons per bedroom. SPECIAL EVENTS (i.e. wedding, receptions, rehearsal dinner, etc .), are not allowed at any property. If such event is not disclosed, tenant may be subject to additional fees and/or eviction. Occupancy shall not exceed the amount allowed by law. PETS: No pets are allowed in any rental home, except where noted "Pets Allowed" . The term "Pets" refers to dogs and/or cats only and are limited to two (2) domestic, housebroken dogs and/or cats, unless otherwise noted in the description. If pets are discovered in a home not allowing pets, Tenant may be evicted immediately and security deposit if applicable will be forfeited. Pet damages will be charged to the Tenant. Pet damages will be charged to the Tenant credit card and Tenant authorizes Village Realty to charge Tenant's credit card $500.00 plus any additional damages. If the damages are under $500.00, Tenant will be refunded the difference.
SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED ANYWHERE ON THE PROPERTY! If evidence of smoking is found, you authorize Village Realty to charge your credit card a minimum of $500.00 plus any additional damages.
SECURITY DEPOSITS: Tenant may be subject to a security deposit in an amount to be determined at the sole discretion of the Agent. Deductions can be made for excessive cleaning, damage to the property or its contents, missing linens or other items, moving or cleaning furniture, carpet cleaning, damage to the hot tub or its cover, pool equipment and/ or any other special features. Tenant will be notified in writing regarding said deductions. Security deposits are refunded within 45 days of departure in accordance with NC law. Whether or not a security deposit is required, Tenant is responsible for any intentional damage due to willful negligence on leased property. Tenant will be notified in writing and Tenant agrees that charges can be processed on Tenant's credit card or Tenant agrees to send payment within 10 days of notification. CANCELLATIONS/TRANSFERS: You have made a reservation through Airbnb and agreed to the property's set cancellation policy. CANCELLATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO Village Realty THROUGH THE AIRBNB RESERVATION. In case of cancellation, no refund of monies paid will be made outside of the property's set cancellation policy. Trip Insurance is non-refundable. Balances are due 60 days prior to arrival and will automatically be charged to the credit card on file.
Tenant understands that he may not sublet or assign this Agreement. Tenant agrees that he will not use, nor permit the use of the premises for any unlawful or disorderly purposes, nor commit or permit a nuisance to be committed therein. NO FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES, OR FIREWORKS ARE PERMITTED ON ANY LEASED PROPERTY.
BEACH NOURISHMENT: Some oceanfront areas may be part of beach nourishment projects. Projects are planned by individual towns and are weather dependent, therefore schedules cannot be set or confirmed in advance. Tenant may be subject to inconvenience during these projects. No refunds will be given. All taxes are subject to change and will be collected in accordance with North Carolina law. Tenant understands that if the Tenant or any member or members of his party violate any of the conditions or agreements in this contract, Agent may terminate this agreement and enter the premises. If Tenant is in violation of this agreement, contract will be terminated without refund. If a court of competent jurisdiction shall find any portion of this Lease invalid, such decision shall have no effect on the remainder of this Lease. The court of jurisdiction is Dare or Currituck County. If Tenant refuses to depart from the premises on the date and time indicated in this Agreement, Tenant will be charged rent of $500 per day in addition to any legal costs necessary to evict Tenant. Tenant is aware that expedited eviction pursuant to GS 42A-24 is allowed.
Nothing herein shall limit any direct charges to Tenant or prohibit Agent from obtaining additional income from any added services including but not limited to trip insurance, long distance phone services, administrative and maintenance fees, pet fees, etc. The Tenant has read and agrees to abide by the terms, rules and regulations of this agreement set forth and by reserving the home accepts this lease Agreement in its entirety. ATTORNEY FEES AND LITIGATION: Any dispute relating to this Vacation Rental Agreement will be litigated only in The General Court of Justice for the State of North Carolina and only in Dare or Currituck County. This agreement will be governed by the law of the State of North Carolina. The prevailing party in any matter.