RENTAL AGREEMENT: Renters will be required to sign a formal Rental Agreement via Owner Rez after completing your booking. By completely a booking you are agreeing to the rules stated below. These rules were created and agreed upon by Parker Lake Chalet LLC (owners), Welter Vacation Rentals LLC (Manager) and all guests in the reservation party.

SECURITY DEPOSIT: Owners require a $250 refundable security. The request for security deposit will come from outside of airbnb via Owner Rez. A "Hold" will be placed on your card 2 days prior to check in and released 5 days after checkout. The security deposit is refunded after your stay once the property has been inspected for damages and the condition of the Property is equal to its condition prior to Tenants’ arrival. The Owners reserve the right to keep a portion or all of the security deposit, and if any damages caused by the Tenant exceed the amount of the security deposit, to charge the Tenants’ credit card for any additional cost for damages, and/or for violation of this Agreement, without further demand or authorization.

AGE REQUIREMENT: The Tenant booking the reservation for the Property must be 25 years of age to rent the Property, and must physically occupy the Property overnight for the duration of the rental term. Tenants may be requested to provide proof of age prior to or after booking. Large groups of unrelated tenants, guests, or invitees must receive prior written approval from Owners, which shall be determined in Owners’ sole discretion. Requests may be made by contacting the owner. Individual carrier rates may apply and are Tenants’ sole responsibility.

CHILDREN: The Tenant acknowledges and agree that they are responsible for the safety of themselves, their children and guests while on the property. The tenant acknowledges and agrees to hold harmless from any injuries to them or their guests.

LAKE & WATER EQUIPMENT USE: All lake activities, swimming and water equipment are intended for the convenience of our guests. All persons entering the water or using the provided water equipment do so at their own risk. Children must be supervised at all times while close to or in the water or while on the dock. Parker Lake Chalet LLC is not responsible for accidents or injuries that may occur when entering the water, using the provided water equipment or using the private dock on the property.

OCCUPANTS & PROPERTY USE: The Property is strictly limited to a maximum occupancy of six (6) persons overnight; no exceptions, regardless of age. Tenants must immediately notify the Owners of any occupancy changes for insurance and rental permit purposes. The Tenant accepts full risk and responsibility for the actions of themselves and their guests, as outlined in this Agreement. Tenant will advise all tenants, guests or other occupants of this Agreement and their obligations hereunder The Property is to be used for short-term residential vacation purposes only. No more than four (4) day guests are allowed, and the Property may not be used for hosting weddings, receptions, parties, or other large gatherings, nor for operating commercial business, filming and/or other similar activities, unless agreed to in writing by the Owners at the time of booking.

SHORT TERM RENTAL: Nothing in this agreement shall be construed as creating a landlord tenant relationship or a lease agreement for the Property. This agreement is a short-term rental agreement governed by Wisconsin Act 59 and Chapter 66 of the Wisconsin Statutes, and the Property is licensed through the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection.

PARKING: Upon arrival, and throughout the entirety of the booking, Tenants agree to utilize the off-street parking spaces provided on site, and not to park on the street.

HOME ACCESS: The Property’s doors and locks are controlled by a smart lock. A keycode for your rental will be shared prior to arrival. The Owners reserve the right to charge the Tenant’s account if keys are not left upon checkout.

PAYMENTS: Rental pricing includes home rental, security deposit, cleaning fees (labor and supplies), and applicable local taxes/fees. To make a reservation the Owners require one-half (50%) of the total rental amount down on a credit card and the balance will be charged automatically fourteen (7) days before your scheduled arrival with the credit card on file unless other payment arrangements are made. By paying the deposit amount, Tenant hereby authorizes Owners to charge Tenant’s credit card for the balance of the rental price as set forth herein without further authorization or consent. Reservations will be canceled for failure to pay the balance after two (2) days from the date payment is due and the Property will be put back on the market and advertised for rent to other parties. If rental fees are paid through VRBO/AirBNB or other third-party rental platforms, full payment may be due immediately in accordance with the site policy, and all payment questions, concerns, or disputes must be processed through said third-party site.

TRAVEL INSURANCE/CANCELLATIONS: The Owners do not give refunds or allow rescheduling of dates for inclement weather (snow, tornado, earthquake, etc.), power outages, disruptions to amenities, Acts of God, accidental damage, accidents, injuries, breakdowns, medical emergencies, no shows and/or early departures for any reason, or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. Third party travel protection/insurance is strongly recommended to protecting Tenant’s investment.

If the Tenant cancels the reservation at least 30 days prior to check-in, the Tenant will be refunded 100% of the amount that has been paid. If the Tenant cancels the reservation between 14 and 30 days before check-in, the Tenant will be refunded 50% of the amount that has been paid. If the Tenant cancels the reservation with less than 14-days’ notice, no refund will be provided by the Owners.

CHECK-IN TIMES: Check in time is at 4:00 p.m. central time. On certain days/times of year the cleaning staff is very busy. They do their very best to have the Property ready by 4:00 p.m. central. Every effort will be made to have the property ready by 4:00 p.m. central, but refunds or other compensation will not be given if the Property is not ready on time. Likewise, it may be possible that the Property is ready early, we would be happy to allow early check-in up to two (2) hours early if possible. Please contact our office on the afternoon of your arrival to see if the Property is ready to check in early.

CHECKOUT TIMES: Checkout is to be no later than 10:00 a.m. central. Late checkouts must be approved in writing by the Owners a minimum of 48 hours before departure. Tenants will be charged a non-refundable fee of $50.00 per hour for late checkouts. The Owners reserve the right to charge the Tenant’s account if the Tenant does not checkout on time without further authorization or demand.

DEPARTURE: The Tenant acknowledges that the cleaning fee is for normal cleaning. If the property requires extra or excessive cleaning, or there has been damage to the property, Tenant will be solely responsible for any additional cleaning fees or repairs to the property. If extra cleaning or repairs are needed, the security deposit that is collected will not be refunded. If Rental Fees are paid through Airbnb/VRBO or other third-party rental platforms, Tenant acknowledges that they will be billed through the resolution centers of the respective platform for the excessive cleaning or repairs to the Property.

LINENS & TOWELS: Bath towels, bedding linens, pillows, kitchen towels, other kitchen items including cookware, toilet paper, soap, dish detergent, laundry soap, shampoos and bathroom essentials, and other consumables may be provided by the Owners for use by Tenants during their stay.

UTILITIES: Occasionally, utility outages may be experienced that are beyond the control of the Owners. The Tenant must immediately report these outages to the Owners, as they may occur. Utility providers are listed in the Welcome Book. Wireless internet is provided as a convenience only and the provision of wireless internet is not a condition or obligation of Owners under this Agreement. Owner is not obligated to refund or discount any rental fees because of any utility outage or Tenants’ dissatisfaction with the quality, type, or quantity of utilities offered or not offered at the Property.

SEPTIC TANK: This Property using a septic tank.. No feminine products, flushable wipes, facial tissue (i.e., Kleenex), or paper towels may be flushed down the toilet or sink at any time. The only thing allowed to be flushed is the toilet paper that is provided by the Owners. The septic system cannot process anything other than toilet paper, please assume anything other than toilet paper is foreign to the system. Failure to comply with this rule will result in the Tenant paying for the actual cost of plumber, pumping, and repair or other remediation.

CLEANING FEE: Tenant shall be responsible for a cleaning fee. The cleaning fee is for normal cleaning. In the event that the property requires excessive cleaning, this will result in extra charges to the credit card the Owners have on file, or will be requested from the Owners via the third-party rental platform that the reservation was created on.

SMOKING/VAPING: NO SMOKING INSIDE THE PROPERTY. Smoking is only permitted outside, at least 20 ft from any doors/windows/deck. Cigarette butts must be disposed of properly and not thrown on the ground. Smoking inside the house is considered a violation of this Agreement. You will be billed for a complete cleaning and deodorizing of smoke and vape odor. The minimum fee for this cleaning is $1,000.00. Such fees will be charged against your credit card without further authorization or demand.

PETS: Pets are not allowed in the property. If this rule is violated, you will be billed for a deep cleaning and deodorizing of up to $500. Such fees will be charged against your credit card without further authorization or demand.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER: The Property has a fire extinguisher located under the kitchen sink. The fire extinguisher was fully charged at last inspection. It is the duty of the Tenant to inform the Owners immediately should the fire extinguisher become less than fully charged. The Tenant agrees to use the fire extinguisher only for true emergencies. The Property also has fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors installed that to the Owners' knowledge function properly at the time of the rental. The Tenant will notify Owners, without delay, if a fire alarm or carbon monoxide detector “chirps” or has a low battery condition.

FIREWORKS: Shooting or possessing fireworks near or at the Property is prohibited. The Owners also reserve the right to charge additional cleaning fees, and require the Tenant to leave the property immediately without refund, if the Tenant violates this condition. The Tenant is responsible for any fines from local/state authorities, as well as any damage caused to the Property by violating this rule. Tenants may be cited or fined by the Town of Jackson or immediately evicted by the Property Owner or Resident Agent, in addition to any other remedies available at law, for violating these requirements.

AIR CONDITIONER/FURNACE: The Tenant agrees to operate the heating and air conditioning in a reasonable manner. Owners request that the Tenant not use the air conditioner or furnace with any of the windows or doors open. The fireplace & air conditioner unit are not to be used at the same time by the Tenant. This is a waste of gas and electricity, and could cause the unit to freeze or cause permanent damage to the unit. Violating this rule may result in additional charges to the Tenant. Tenant shall not turn off the heat between the months of November – February, or at any time the outdoor temperature is below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

FIREWOOD: Owners will make a commercially reasonable attempt to supply a portion of firewood for the Tenant. It is the Tenant’s responsibility to learn and apply safety precautions regarding fire and the use of the fire pit area. The Tenant agrees to have a responsible adult supervising minors with fires in the fire pit area(s) and while using the wood burning stove. Tenant is to be responsible for any and all damages to the Property due to use of the wood burning stove or fire pit area(s). Tenant shall call 911 immediately in the event of any accident or incident involving fire, and if practicable, shall notify Owners immediately after 911 has been called. In any event, Tenants shall take any and all efforts to mitigate the effects of any fire-related incident to limit bodily injury and property damage. Firewood is provided by the Owners as a convenience only and the provision of firewood is not a condition or obligation of Owners under this Agreement. Owner is not obligated to refund or discount any rental fees because of any utility outage or Tenants’ dissatisfaction with firewood availability offered or not offered at the Property.

TRASH & RECYCLING: The Tenant shall dispose of waste and recycled materials as described in the welcome book. Thursdays are trash/recycling days and both bins should be kept outside in the driveway. Trash pickup is provided as a service for the property, so the Tenant agrees to leave room in the driveway for the trash collection service to enter the driveway to empty the garbage bins.

FIRE PIT: Tenant agrees to use extreme caution when lighting a fire in the fire pit. Fires need to be fully extinguished when not being supervised. Unexpected high winds are not uncommon. Tenant is responsible for any and all damages to Parker Lake Chalet, or to public or neighboring property (i.e. forest fire) caused by fire created during Tenant’s stay on site. Any fire larger than a simple campfire, or any fire outside of the designated fire pit shall be prohibited on the Property. Tenants are not to remove any ashes from the fire pit.

Tenants must use extreme caution when lighting a simple campfire. Tenants may be cited or fined by the Town of Jackeson immediately evicted by the Property Owner or Resident Agent, in addition to any other remedies available at law, for violating these requirements.

WILDLIFE/PESTS: Parker Lake Chalet LLC is surrounded by nature. That means that wild animals may be present. Insects and pests are not uncommon. The property is routinely inspected and professionally treated for insects and pests. The Tenant agrees to not leave windows or doors open with no screens on property to limit any potential exposure to animals or insects. Tenant agrees to not leave food out on countertops or outside, further attracting animals or insects. If the Tenant happens to experience a pest during their stay, the host can be notified and is happy to send pest control as soon as commercially reasonable to address it. In some instances, this may not be for multiple days if no professional is available. No compensation or refunds will be given for experiencing a pest during your stay.

OWNERS LOCKED CLOSETS: The Tenant and guests agree not to access or take items out of the owners’ supply closet upstairs in the loft unless otherwise agreed upon. The closet contains cleaning supplies/chemicals that could be hazardous to children and adults.

FIREARMS: No firearms are allowed on the Property. Firearms and other hunting equipment shall not to be stored or discharged on the Property.

FURNISHINGS: The Tenant shall not move or remove the furnishings, accessories, or linens from the Property for any reason, or the Tenant will be charged a replacement or relocation fee upon departure without further demand or authorization. Tenant shall not move, remove, or disconnect the Wi-Fi router, record player, televisions, or other electronics or appliances in the Property.

PARTY POLICY: The Owners DO NOT ALLOW PARTIES OF ANY KIND, and reserve the right to ask anyone to leave the property without notice or refund for having a party. Violating this rule may result in an extra charge to the Tenant, or the Tenant may be asked to leave immediately without refund.

QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. central time, and outdoor noises are to be kept to a minimum. Tenant agrees to respect these hours as the neighbors are not on vacation. The Tenant and guests shall behave in a civilized manner and shall be good neighbors respecting the rights of the surrounding property owners. The Tenant and guests shall not create noise or disturbances likely to disturb or annoy the surrounding property owners. Creating a disturbance of the above nature shall be grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement and Tenant and guests may be asked to immediately vacate the Property without refund or setoff. The Tenant and guests shall not trespass on neighboring property.

SNOW REMOVAL: The host will provide driveway snow removal service when snow exceeds three inches. Snow removal will be performed after snow has stopped, once county roads are passable. Circumstances may exist during heavy snow where the Tenant may need to shovel the front porch or other parts of the Property to access vehicles and other access points to the Property. A shovel will be located by the front door. Snow removal on the driveway will be provided by the host or a snow removal company. Tenant agrees to cooperate with the host or their contractors to facilitate snow removal from the Property, including but not limited to the temporary relocation of Tenants’ vehicles. The Tenant fully accepts the risks involved in any snow removal performed by the Tenant, and similarly any risks involved in accessing the backyard or adjacent barn(s). Tenant hereby releases Owners & hosts from any liability arising from or related to Tenants’ snow removal on property, and bodily injury incurred by the Tenants’ or their guests’ snow removal.

VALUABLE ITEMS: Valuable items left behind by the Tenant or guests will be held for the Tenant and every commercially reasonable effort will be made to contact the Tenant for return of these valuable items. The Tenant will pay return shipping and handling expenses. After three (3) months, Owners reserve the right to discard, sell or otherwise they shall become the property of the Owners. The Owners will not be held liable for the condition of these valuable items.

ACCESSIBILITY: It may be necessary on occasion for us to gain entry into the property during your stay (for example: scheduled pest control) The Owners, Resident Agent, representatives, and/or maintenance personnel reserve the right to visit the property if necessary. The Owners agree to keep this to an absolute minimum as to not disturb the Tenants stay.

IMPROPER USE OF PROPERTY: The Owners and Host reserve the right to ask anyone to leave the Property without notice or refund for any kind of improper use of the property including partying, excessive noise, excessive drinking, the use of illegal drugs, and or any other violation of this Agreement. Abusing the Owners’ home is not allowed and the Owners’ reserve the right to bill the Tenant’s account for repairs, damages, or loss caused that is outside of normal wear and tear. Violating this rule may result in additional charges to the Tenant.

LIMITS OF LIABILITY: In consideration of occupying the Property, Tenant covenants that Owners, including their employees, agents, or contractors, shall not be liable for any damage or liability of any kind or for any injury to or death of persons or loss of or damage to property of Tenant or any other person occurring from and after Tenant executes this agreement from any cause whatsoever related to the use, occupancy or enjoyment of the Property by Tenant or any person thereon or holding under Tenant. In any event, Owners’ liability under this agreement shall be limited to the amounts paid by Tenants to Owners hereunder. This limitation of liability shall not apply to damages or liability caused solely by the intentional misconduct of Owners. Tenant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold Owner harmless from claims, actions, damages, liabilities and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) in connection with loss of life, bodily or personal injury or property damage: (i) arising from the occupancy or use by Tenant of the Property or any personal property located on or at the Property; (ii) caused by any negligent or intentional act or omission by Tenant, its agents, licensees or invitees; or (iii) resulting from a breach of this agreement by Tenant.