2026 updated platform rental policy

The minimum age to book is 25. If you are under age 25, please contact us for special consideration.

This is a short-term lodging license agreement between the Host and Renter for use of the Property listed on a booking platform (“BP”), or through a direct booking website or arrangement with the Host. Terms within which contracdict BP requirements apply only to direct bookings made through Host’s direct booking website. This Agreement is binding upon reservation acceptance.

In consideration of monies received and the promises contained herein, the owner/agent("Host") of the subject property (“Rental” or “Property”) hereby agrees to give license to use the agreed property as short-term lodging to the undersigned (herein referred to as “Renter”) for the agreed dates (“Term”).

Additional Definitions:“Reservation” refers to the entire booking and stay process. “Invitee” is any person/animal allowed access to Property by Renter directly or indirectly. “Loss” includes all Host losses resulting from Reservation includes, but is not limited to, property damage; extra service costs; loss of income; attorney, legal and court fees; and any personal or emotional harm (including pain and suffering) resulting from the actions or omissions of the Renter or their Invitees. Rules applicable to Renter are also applicable to Invitees. Renter will be responsible for Invitees and liable for losses related to Renter, Invites, and Reservation. Renter acknowledges that this license or their occupation of Property is not a tenancy. Property laws do not apply to the license granted herein. Stays deemed residential shall be subject to a lease agreement substituted by Host for this agreement however, if a lease is not enacted, this agreement still governs the stay as allowed by law. “Amenities” means all services, facilities, supplies, equipment, furnishings, and appliances provided at or in connection with the Property.”

Check-in is as advertised. Early check-in check cannot be guaranteed. Same-day bookings may have delayed check-in for last-minute preparations. Check-out is 10AM

Rental costs are due at booking. There are no refunds other than those stated within this agreement. Renter is responsible for buying consumable supplies. A $30/day fee applies to past-due payments. Returned check fees and losses will be the responsibility of Renter. A security deposit (“Deposit”) may be held by Host/BP to ensure the terms of this agreement are met. Host may retain Deposit, charge Renterʼs credit card, or otherwise seek payment for Loss. The pre-paid cleaning fee covers light cleaning and1 load of laundry per 2 guests. Renter is responsible for additional cleaning costs not included in the initial reservation charges.

Renter will do the following: Inspect the Property upon check-in; promptly report to Host any cleanliness concerns, damage, missing amenities, malfunctions; remain honest and polite; act in good faith; work with Host on timely verifying and resolving issues; conserve resources; respect the neighbors and neighborhood; treat the property with the highest degree of care; minimize Host liability by acting conscientiously, with safety in mind; Provide identifying information necessary for safety screening for all persons on reservation; be present and take full responsibility for Property during Term; keep Property tidy, clean, and odor-free; email text and call Host for urgent matters; Immediately notify Host of damage or injury which occurs during Term; enforce the rules contained herein; be solely responsible for the consequences of Renter or Invitee behavior; pay double the nightly rate for major-events/holidays/holiday-eves/holiday-weekends and 50% more for minor holidays/events; Inspect things prior to use and only use if Renter has read and understands the item’s manual; Clean any supplies used; disclose upon reservation all people/animals who will visit Property during Term and disclose any relationship these have with the property owner or any member of the hosting team; park courteously; vacate the unit and forfeit any property left in the unit if there has been a house rules violation that creates a trust or safety issue; remain indoors if coughing or experiencing any signs of illness; report biohazards; pay $1,000+ biohazard cleaning fees.

If requested by Host, Renter agrees to: cancel reservation as soon as Renter is certain they cannot be present for the entire Term; move reservation to another online listing for the same or a comparable or higher-value property; provide a complete reservation history for previous short-term rental reservations.

_ _ _ Renter will not disturb, endanger, threaten, annoy, or interfere with anyone, nor violate any law or ordinance, nor commit theft or waste. Renter will not do the following: treat Property or the neighborhood as a toilet- human waste deposited anywhere other than the toilet (with the exception of bagged baby diapers and feminine hygiene products which go in the trash) is grounds for immediate eviction without refund; grant rights to Property; attempt to establish a tenancy or book more than 27 consecutive nights; book Reservation without a written waiver from Host if they have ever had a bad review from another host or violated house rules or caused damages at any rental; alter the Property or rearrange furnishings; interact with or allow children near any animal which is not a member of Renter’s household; invite unregistered persons/animals to Property; allow on the Property someone who has ever been a squatter, has been asked to leave a property for reasons that would qualify for an at-fault eviction, or has been found guilty of a crime of moral turpitude; retaliate; display promotional/offensive things; book Property if AC is required for health reasons; smoke/vape within 25’ of any indoor/outdoor living space or in a way that impacts health of other persons/pets; attract pests or wildlife (e.g. leaving food unattended); use unapproved pest control or do anything that may harm current/future occupants (including pets); subject Property to possible pest/bed-bug infection; bring to Property any item that has been in a location with a possible pest infestation; pound on wood floors (including indoor running/jumping/heavy footsteps); force windows open (West-facing windows of 417 and East living room windows of 419 are locked); Renter will not use more than one high-draw appliance (hair dryer, space heater, coffeemaker, microwave, etc) at a time; have more vehicles than can fit into 2 average parking spaces; contaminate the Property with glitter; raise complaints after departure.

AC, Heat & Utilities : Renter agrees to conserve energy. Not all units have AC. If AC is listed as an amenity, use is only included when both indoor and outdoor temperatures exceed a daily average of 75°F and the units are used to cool the home to a minimum of 75°F, otherwise, use of AC/heat is subject to Host approval and a fee. If AC becomes unavailable when average temps exceed 75°F, Renter will receive credit for 10% of the day's rent. Renter shall not book the Property if heating above 68°F or Air Conditioning or is medically required.

Renter ACKNOWLEDGES THE FOLLOWING: Renter and invitees may be removed as trespassers immediately for any breach of this agreement or violation of house rules. Renters will be removed without refund for shouting, drunkenness, lude acts, aggression, dishonesty (related to this transaction), or other disrespectful or dangerous behavior displayed anywhere in the neighborhood or towards the management. Between 10PM and 8AM is Quiet Time, during which Renter shall ensure patios are vacant and all sources of noise are undetectable from inside neighbors’ homes. ; Renter is solely responsible for their personal property; Property is very old and pet-friendly and therefore is not suitable to persons with an aversion to old houses, pets, fur, the occasional pest, brief periods of barking, or anyone with environmental sensitivity. Renter is aware of and accepts the risks of all amenities; The wiring supports conservative household appliance use only; Outdoor areas have audio and video recording devices. Renter agrees to be recorded and grants Host all rights to the recordings. Host may screen and or exclude invitees for any reason. If Renter is dishonest or displays risky or suspicious behavior, Host may obtain insurance on behalf of and at the expense of Renter and enter Property at any time to inspect and record by photo, video, audio recording device, or any other means the condition of the home, its contents and, if they choose not to vacate for the inspection, it's occupants. Renter agrees to audio recordings of all interactions with Host whether in-person or virtual. Host, Host-assigned roommates and Host-assigned agents may occupy Property at any time to ensure safety of the property, its contents, and neighbors. No person shall store personal belongings on Property for more than 2 weeks nor use the address as a mailing address; Laundry hours are from 5PM to 10PM, Machines are available on a first come basis, Bleach is not allowed, and each adult Renter may wash and dry up to 3 loads weekly; Renter will remove food/debris/sand before placing laundry in the machines; leave their unit’s assigned laundry basket on/near machines; place any laundry left in the machines into a clean basket or bag or into the dryer if this is appropriate; wipe the lid and rim to be free of hair, soap, etc. Unless pre-approved by host, each visitor/occupant not on the reservation shall generate a $200/night fee for each night of the reservation regardless of the length of time they visited the property (pre-approved guests generate a $10-20/night extra guest fee). Host reserves the right to refuse business to any person, group, or entity. Fees categorized as “management” or “community” fees (or similar) are rent. Images used in online advertising are illustrative and may not accurately display the dimensions or characteristics of Property. Security cameras are installed in all outdoor areas and Host intends for them to capture all outdoor activity, however, they should not be relied upon to capture all events. The audio and video recorded at Property is the sole property of Host. Portable recording devices may be used by the management when investigating violations. Generally, discounts cannot be combined. Any media or text supplied by Renter through platforms or messaging options may be used, copied and distributed by Host. Host reserves the right to reverse discounts, including but not limited to waived fees and compensation, if Renter breaches this Agreement or causes damages, regardless of the reason for the discount.

Cancelation policy: Host is entitled to the same canceling privileges as Renter. Except as provided by law, unless Host requires a cancelation prior to Term for reasons unrelated to a breach of this agreement or security concerns, under no circumstance will Renter be entitled to a refund. Renter must initiate cancellation at Host request if Host offers a refund for unused nights, Renter has violated this agreement, Renter will not be checking in or renter checks-out early. Host is entitled to a minimum reservation charge of 25% of the reservation amount or $89, whichever is greater. The refund amount for Renter-cancelled reservations, will be the percentage corresponding to the number of days (up to 75%) between Host’s cancelation-request acknowledgment and the reservation start date, however If a check-in date is postponed, the original date will be used when determining the refund amount and reservations cancelled less than 2 weeks in advance shall have no refund. Host reserves the right to seek damages for refunds given when they are due under this contract. Renter is responsible for fees charged any third party involved in the rental transaction.

Not applicable to AlRBNB/VRBO For bookings made directly or via any platform that doesn’t provide at least one million dollars in host liability and property protection: If the BP doesn’t provide it, obtain a renterʼs insurance policy with Host listed as “additional insured” to cover temporary relocation costs, the Property and it’s contents plus a minimum of one million dollars per incident of liability coverage and grant Host the right to make inquiries and changes so that policy reflects the terms of this agreement;.

HOST DOES NOT WARRANT THE SAFETY OF ANY STRUCTURE, FURNISHINGS, SUPPLIES OR EQUIPMENT. Equipment shall be used at the Renter’s sole risk. The Properties are old and not “child safe”. All recommended precautions provided by manufacturers and fire authorities must be observed. All heat-producing appliances (except microwaves) must be unplugged and cooled before being left unattended. Open flames, sources of smoke or strong fragrance/odor are not allowed.

Limitation of Liability: Renter(s) and their guest(s) will be occupying the Property at their own risk and will not hold Host liable for any personal loss or injury arising from the use of said Property, including but not limited to exposure to allergens, molds, or chemicals in or around the Property, injury/death/damage caused by animals, and/or use of things provided in connection with the Property or offered at the Property. Host’s sole liability for breach or failure to provide the Property is a pro-rated refund for unavailable dates, which Renter agrees is a fair and reasonable estimate of damages. Indemnification: Renter(s), for themselves and their invitees, hereby agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Host from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, costs, expenses, attorney fees, suits, losses, settlements, judgments, fines, liabilities, or damages arising from third-party claims. Host strives to ensure all information is accurate. Host is not liable for errors, omissions, price changes, or any changes made to the Property or listing. Renter shall promptly notify Host of any errors noticed. Host will not be liable for, nor provide refunds for, circumstances beyond Host’s reasonable control.

Headings: Headings of the paragraphs herein shall not be used for interpreting or construing any word, clause, paragraph or provision of this Agreement.

“The protections, immunities, and indemnities granted to Host under this Agreement apply equally to and may be enforced by any of Host’s agents, employees, representatives, contractors, affiliates, successors, and assigns.”

Discrepancies and Interpretation: In the event of any inconsistency or discrepancy, the Host reserves the right to determine which provision shall govern. Renter agrees to comply with the policy or condition determined by Host as governing

Severabilty: If any provision of this Agreement is unenforceable, it shall be replaced automatically with a valid provision closely reflecting the original intent.

Goodwill/Bad Will Guest agrees that if they publicly mention or review any deficiency, issue, or problem during their stay, they will also accurately disclose any remedies, compensation, credits, discounts, waived fees, upgrades, or other benefits provided by the Host, whether offered preemptively or in response to an issue. Renter agrees not to offer knowingly false, dishonest, misleading, retaliatory or exaggerated statements or innuendo. Renter agrees to pay liquidated damages of $500 per day, per affected property, for each day such statements, innuendo, or ratings continue to impact Host’s business or reputation. Renter agrees this daily amount represents a fair and reasonable estimate of damages from reputational harm and lost income, not a penalty. Renter agrees not to complain about any issue they did not report during the stay and allow Host a reasonable opportunity to resolve. This requirement applies only to factual acknowledgment of Host’s actions or benefits and does not require the Guest to provide positive feedback or omit other factual experiences. Governing Law: The terms and conditions stated herein will be interpreted by and governed under the laws of the State of California and any legal action arising out of this agreement shall be litigated in the county of San Diego in the State of California and the city for such civil action shall be decided by Host.

IDENTIFICATION & SCREENING: As soon as possible, Renter must provide a legible photo of a valid government-issued driver’s license (or other ID if Host permits) next to their face. All details must be visible. The face should match and the information on the ID must match the reservation and profile details. Failure to do so will result in cancellation without refund. Prior to occupancy, Renter must provide a clear photo of their face next to the same ID. The information on the ID must be clearly visible, and the faces must match. xCredit card and online payments may need to be verified with a photo of the card or screenshots as requested by Host. . All visitors to the property are subject to screening at Host’s discretion.

For any stay exceeding twenty seven (27) consecutive days, Guest must place all utilities serving the Property (including but limited to: electricity, gas, water, sewer, trash, security, cable, maintenance, and internet) into Guest’s name effective no later than Day 27 of occupancy (or sooher if agreed). Guest assumes full legal and financial responsibility for all utility usage and services from that date forward.

This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding of the parties and supersedes all prior agreements with respect to the subject matter hereof. No amendment or modification hereto shall be binding unless made in writing and signed by the parties hereto. The waiver by Host of any breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of a subsequent breach. With the exception of violations of the terms within this contract, claims arising from Renter’s Pet, and for claims for disparagement arising from Renter's reservation of Property, each party is responsible for their own attorney's fees. Renter accepts that all communications related to this transaction shall remain private.

Misrepresentation by Renter or violation of any provision of this agreement will, at Host discretion, result in immediate cancellation of any reservations made by Renter or related parties without refund of rent, fees or deposits and may result in removal of Renter and all other occupants and their belongings from Property. Renter will be held liable for any damages to Property, contents and grounds, and all subsequent damages and losses including loss of rent. The undersigned Renter acknowledges having read the entire foregoing information prior to signing. Any provisions which are not legally allowable or legally binding shall be replaced with the most similar, legally allowable or legally binding substitute. If the time required of Host to administer any tasks (including but not limited to repairs for damages, arranging specialized cleaning, managing complaints against Renter, etc.) related to this rental exceeds 60 minutes, or Renter is in breach of this contract Renter will be responsible for a $2 per minute administration/remedy fee for the time it takes to achieve a remedy. Each occurrence of a Renter violation will result in a fee of $100 plus Losses (if applicable) and violators may be excluded from Property without refund. Renter may be prosecuted for any crimes committed on/against Property or Host.

++++++++ ANIMAL RULES +++++++++ For the purposes of this document, “pet” or “Pet” refers to any animal Renter invites onto Property. The following dog breeds and mixes thereof are not allowed on the property: Akitas, Cane Corsos, Chows, Dogo Argentinos, Pit Bulls, Presa Canario (canary dog), Rottweilers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers. No animals other than Host-approved domestic dogs/cats are allowed on Property. Insurance policies may exclude certain breeds and may change over time. Host cannot guarantee coverage for all breeds at the time of stay. Renters must accurately disclose their dog’s breed(s) at booking. If Pet must be excluded for reasons unrelated to Pet or Renter, unused pet fees will be refunded. Renter grants Host permission to calm, contain, or arrange emergency care, boarding, or training for any distressed, escaped, or destructive Pet at Renter’s expense. Renter holds harmless Host and any animal care provider and agrees to immediately pay any expenses related to Pet. Pet must be managed in compliance with local laws, well-mannered, and safe around people and neighborhood pets. Service dogs must be with and under the control of their handler at all times. Dogs over 2 years old, quiet, content, and house-trained may be left alone indoors if Renter can promptly remedy complaints. Renter will prevent (whenever possible) and remain fully responsible for all Pet-related liability, wear, noise, damage and odor. Renter WILL NOT: let pets directly on furnishings; allow Pet in areas of the Property not specified to be for the private use of Renter., tie pet up, or keep Pet in a vehicle; leave dogs under 2 years of age unsupervised. Renter WILL: pay additional nightly rent of $20-40 per pet per night; supervise Pet when outdoors; contain/control pet at all times by leash or locked doors/gates; keep Pet clean; promptly bag, seal and discard (in city bins) pet waste; walk dogs frequently to minimize urination at Property; immediately dilute with water any urine deposited on grass; feed pets indoors, supervise meals, and promptly remove food, crumbs and residue; ensure Pet is free of contagions and parasites; ensure dogs are well-restrained in a “heel” position when exiting Property. Renter(s), for themselves and his/her/their guests and visitors, hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Host, and Hostʼs employees, officers, directors, partners, owners, trustees, family, fiduciaries, lenders, agents, and assigns from any and all costs, expenses, attorney fees, suits, losses, settlements, judgments, fines, liabilities, damages or claims for damages arising from any situation caused by Renter’s Pet. +++++++++ (END OF ANIMAL RULES) ++++++++++