SOTR Colleen Johnson 7/14-7/21-2023
We know that you’re going to have a wonderful time at Salt on the Rim and we want to provide you with a clearly written agreement. This Agreement MUST be signed and returned with payment before the reservation can be secured.
THIS VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT IS A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT UNDER THE NORTH CAROLINA VACATION RENTAL ACT. THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES TO THIS AGREEMENT ARE DEFINED BY LAW AND INCLUDE UNIQUE PROVISIONS PERMITTING THE DISBURSEMENT OF RENT PRIOR TO TENANCY AND EXPEDITED EVICTION OF TENANTS. YOUR SIGNATURE ON THE AGREEMENT, PAYMENT OF MONEY AND/OR TAKING POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY AFTER RECEIPT OF THIS AGREEMENT IS EVIDENCE OF YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT AND YOUR INTENT TO USE THIS PROPERTY AS A VACATION RENTAL. THIS AGREEMENT BINDS YOU TO A SPECIFIC PROPERTY FOR A SPECIFIC TIME. IF A PROBLEM ARISES DURING YOUR STAY, EVERY EFFORT WILL BE TAKEN, WITHIN REASON, TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. HOWEVER, WE ARE UNABLE TO RELOCATE TENANTS.
TERMS OF VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT:
PAYMENT: A down payment of 50% in U.S. funds is required and this signed agreement must be received before the reservation will be secured. The Addendum section will specify payment terms that may differ. The remaining balance must be paid 45 days before the first day of the reservation. The Final Payment is due in U.S. funds. If the funds are not received in the correct amount and by the date required, the Landlord shall have the right to cancel this reservation. If your reservation date is less than 45 days from the date requested, full payment will be required at the time of the reservation.
TAX: rates are calculated as of the time of this Agreement. Tenant shall be responsible for payment of all applicable taxes according to the rates in effect at the time of occupancy.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Should you need to cancel or transfer your confirmed reservation for any reason, all monies paid will be forfeited. If the property is re-rented for the same period at the same rental rate and confirmed by another guest for the entire period of your reservation, your required pre-pay will be refunded, not including paid travel insurance. A $350 cancellation fee and applicable taxes or any fees for goods or services which may have already been paid to third parties are non-refundable. All cancellation requests must be made in writing to obxsaltlifeinfo@gmail.com. Tenant has been offered Travel Insurance and Tenant assumes all financial risk if Tenant cancels for any reason. There are no refunds in the event of a hurricane, evacuation or inclement weather, sickness, bridge or beach closure or other personal reason(s) not specified.
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Tenant is strongly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance for protection of potential losses including hurricane evacuations and other unforeseen circumstances, which could cause the cancellation of your trip and forfeiture of payments. Visit https://www.insuremytrip.com/ for options and plans. Tenant is solely responsible for purchasing travel insurance and Landlord makes no warranties and has no affiliation to any travel insurance company. Tenant and travel insurance company have a separate agreement and Landlord is not bound to agreement Tenant has with travel insurance company. Coverage issues will be determined exclusively by travel insurance company selected. If trip insurance is declined, Tenant accepts responsibility for loss of rent in case of any unforeseen circumstances.
EVACUATION: Should a mandatory evacuation be announced, the Tenant who is occupying or planning to occupy this vacation rental property must evacuate and/or refrain from occupying the vacation rental property until the mandatory evacuation is lifted. Under such conditions, evacuation is required; it is not optional. All advance rental payments received are non-refundable in the case of a mandatory evacuation. Landlord strongly encourages Tenant to purchase Vacation Rental Protection/insurance. Please call 1-800-487-4722 or visit insuremytrip.com https://www.insuremytrip.com/ to compare multiple plans, prices and coverage. Tenant agrees that Landlord is not responsible for any lost monies as a result of not being able to occupy the house during a mandatory evacuation. Tenant has been given the option and direct contact information to purchase Travel Insurance to protect against potential loss and Tenant understands the financial consequences of not doing so.
DAMAGE/THEFT: Tenant is responsible for keeping the house (interior and exterior) clean and safe during the entire tenancy. Tenant has an obligation to notify Landlords immediately of any safety issues discovered. Tenant is responsible for any and all damages to the property from all guests, including pets, and ensuring maximum occupancy is not exceeded during tenancy. Tenant agrees that charges related to damage caused by negligence, and the cost to replace or repair damaged or missing items will be the responsibility of the Tenant. Routine videotaping/photographs of the premises prior to tenant occupancy for documentation of house condition is on file.
MINIMUM AGE: The minimum age of Tenant to enter into the Agreement for tenancy is 25 years of age. The signed Tenant for this agreement MUST be staying on the premises during the entire tenancy. Article 4 of the “Vacation Rental Act,” which is applicable to this Agreement, provides for an expedited eviction procedure should there be a material breach of the Agreement, or should there be a hold over possession after the tenancy has expired. Any material breach of the Agreement will result in the termination of the tenancy. Upon termination there will be no refund of any monies.
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: Occupancy of this property includes children, except children in diapers, but they must be disclosed and approved. Occupancy Maximum is EIGHT (8). Parking is allowed in the driveway (do not block the sidewalk), on Lindbergh Ave (all 4 tires must be off the road) and in the grassy area behind the house on Ride Lane. Having more persons than the maximum occupancy as stated in the agreement or having more vehicles at the property than permitted as stated in the agreement is a material breach and will be cause for immediate termination of the agreement and Eviction with no refund of any monies. Any misrepresentations made by Tenant when making this reservation will result in denial of entry and Tenant will forfeit all rental monies.
MAINTENANCE: Every effort is made to keep the property and its equipment and amenities in good working order. Please contact the Landlords immediately with any difficulties during your stay so that repairs can be made. There will be no refunds or rebates given for inoperable appliances or faulty equipment, unfavorable weather, early departure, interruption of utilities, construction in the area or maintenance problems. WiFi and TV services are not guaranteed. Landlord will make every effort to have needed repairs made as soon as possible. Landlord or representative of Landlord shall have the right to enter premises during reasonable hours to examine and make such repair(s) as may be deemed necessary for the safety or comfort of the Tenant. Tenant agrees for Maintenance of the Pool and Hot Tub by Owner or Owner representative during occupancy. Failure of the Hot Tub or Pool by wrongful deeds of the Tenant that cause either or both of the amenities to become unusable/inoperable are not eligible for rebates or credits and Tenant agrees to be financially responsible for the repairs caused by Tenant negligence or willful misconduct.
POOL and HOT TUB: Use of the pool and hot tub are for current registered Tenants of Salt on the Rim, 4504 Lindbergh Ave, Kitty Hawk, NC. Any use by unregistered guests is a material breach of this contract and will result in immediate eviction without compensation, refunds, or rebates. All expenses resulted from the eviction will be the responsibility of the Tenant. For the safety and health of Tenants, no bodily secretions are allowed in the hot tub or pool. This includes but is not limited to sexual acts, urination, defecation, open wounds and abrasions, bleeding, etc. If such bodily secretions occur, additional charges will be assessed to the Tenant for cleaning and disinfecting services by the owner’s approved vendor. Diapers, both adult and child, are strictly prohibited in the hot tub and pool. Use of appropriate swimming undergarments is required. Children under the age of 5 (five) are prohibited in the hot tub at all times. Children older than 5 (five) must be accompanied by an adult and the hot tub water temperature cannot exceed 98 degrees Fahrenheit. Children above age 5 are limited to 5 minutes in the hot tub, with adult supervision, at all times. Adults are limited to 15 (fifteen) minutes at a time in the hot tub and the water temperature cannot exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit. If the pool or hot tub is not in service any time during the Tenant’s stay, it shall not be used at any time. By signing this agreement, Tenant agrees to abide by all additional rules posted in hot tub and pool area. Tenant assumes responsibility for any and all injuries or illnesses including death that may result from the use of the pool or hot tub. Tenant agrees to hold harmless the Owners/Landlords of 4504 Lindbergh Ave, Kitty Hawk, NC for any and all injuries, illness, medical care or death that may result from the use of the pool or hot tub. Tenant understands the pool and hot tub are professionally maintained and Tenants are required to report any safety or maintenance concerns to the owners immediately. Dogs are not permitted in the pool or hot tub. A fine will be assessed if evidence of dogs in the pool/hot tub is found.
POOL HEAT: Tenant agrees to notify Landlord/Owners at least 1 (one) week prior to arrival if pool heat is desired. Once the heater is turned on, it will remain on during the Tenant’s occupancy.
GRILLING: A BBQ grill is provided with the property. Tenant agrees to clean the grill after each use by the Tenant. Grilling is permitted ONLY ON THE DESIGNATED CONCRETE PAD and MUST BE 10’ (TEN FEET) AWAY from house. No grilling is allowed on decks, porches, under the house or near wooded areas. Fire Pits and/or other outdoor fire/grilling/warming units are NOT ALLOWED on, in or near the property.
PORTABLE UNITS of any kind are prohibited from connecting to property. This includes but is not limited to mobile sleeping units, window air conditioners, swimming pools or hot tubs, portable heaters. Breach of this condition is a material breach which will result in immediate termination of tenancy and eviction of Tenants.
PAID SERVICES: Tenant agrees not to download any movies, music or other materials form the Internet that would be charged to the Property Landlord. Tenant agrees not to order any pay per view movies or shows through any TV service that would be charged to the Property Landlord. Tenant agrees not to place any long distance/toll calls in properties equipped with a working land telephone line which would be charged to the Landlord.
PETS: Tenant is financially liable for damages caused by any pet allowed on or in the property to include but not limited to chewing, scratching, flea infestation, etc. Tenant agrees that the Pet Fee,if any, does not cover pet damages and the pet fee is non-refundable. Tenant is responsible for cleaning in and around the property for any pet excretions and tenant agrees to dispose of pet excretions immediately and appropriately. Tenant has documented the number of pets that will occupy the premises at any given time. Tenant agrees to crate pets if left unattended.
UNINHABITABLE: In the event that the Landlord is unable to deliver the property to Tenant under this agreement because of fire, or if the property is unavailable because of delay in construction or because of lack of sewer or water, or if the property is not in a fit and habitable condition, Tenant agrees that Landlord sole liability as a result of any such condition(s) is to refund all rent previously tendered by Tenant pursuant to the terms of this agreement.
HOLD HARMLESS: Tenant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Landlord from and against any liability for personal injury or property damage sustained by any person (including Tenant visitors, and pets) as a result of any cause, unless caused by the willful act of the Landlord . Landlord is not responsible for items left behind by Tenant or their guests. Tenant will report any malfunction of the smoke alarm. Tenant waives any requirement that the Landlord place new batteries in a battery operated smoke detector at the beginning of the tenancy.
LINENS: Sheets for all beds are provided. Bed making prior to arrival is provided except for the top bunk. Towels are not provided. Tenants can bring their towels to include bath, beach, hand and wash cloths or they can rent them from local vendors such as Atlantic Rentals, Moneysworth or Island Time Property Solutions, LLC. These companies will deliver and pick up the linens from the house. Other Linen rental companies can also be used. Tenant is responsible for making linen delivery and pick up arrangements through the vendor. Bed making service is not available by outside vendors.
SMOKING: Smoking of any substance in and around the property is strictly prohibited. If this regulation is violated and smoking has been detected in or around the property, the Tenant agrees to pay a $500 plus applicable taxes penalty for cleaning services due to unauthorized smoking.
CLEANING: This rental property is professionally cleaned before Tenant arrives. Tenant should notify Landlord immediately if the property is not found in suitable condition. Every effort will be made to satisfy the Tenant’s needs, though no refunds or rebates will be made. Tenants are responsible for cleaning and storing all dishes and utensils, and for placing all trash in the appropriate trash container in the large trash cans located outside. Tenant is notified that the North Carolina Vacation Rental Act provides certain obligations on the Tenant regarding the care and use of the property and the Tenant agrees to be bound by and responsible for the provisions contained therein. The Tenant acknowledges that unless the Landlord is notified on the day of check-in of any damage or cleaning concerns, then thereafter, all such damages or concerns to the property during the occupancy will be the tenant’s responsibility and must be reported to Landlord and paid for prior to departure. Tenant covenants and promises to surrender the property in as good and the same condition as of commencement of the rental period, reasonable wear and tear excepted, and to reimburse Landlord the amount, including reasonable attorney’s fees, of all damages. Tenant agrees to be financially responsible for any damages to this rental property and/or its contents caused by the Tenant or Tenant’s guest’s negligence or willful conduct during the rental period.
CAMERAS: This property is protected by exterior and interior cameras ONLY WHEN UNOCCUPIED. There are no active cameras during any Tenant stay. If a camera has not been removed, it is disconnected and inoperable during the Tenant’s entire stay. For your privacy and safety, please note there are no cameras operational during your stay on or in the property. A video recording of the property is taken by a private party prior to Tenant occupancy to document the property’s condition and contents.
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM. If the property is not vacated by 10:00AM, Landlord or a representative of the Landlord is authorized to enter the property and remove Tenants belongings form the property at the Tenant’s expense. Additionally, Tenant agrees to pay a late checkout fee of $300 plus applicable taxes.
KEYLESS ENTRY: This rental home does NOT have a key option. Be sure to secure and lock the sliding glass doors when departing the home and have the key code memorized for easy access. If the key code is not working, contact the Landlord immediately for assistance.
DISCLOSURES: Every effort has been made to provide accurate information about this rental property; however social media and website information is not guaranteed. Landlord shall not be liable for unintentional errors, omissions, or changes in the décor. The information is believed to be accurate and timely, but no warranty as such is expressed or implied.
Tenant acknowledges having read this Agreement before signing it, understands the meaning and legal effect of the terms of this Agreement, and believes that this Agreement is fair and reasonable.
I, the Tenant, understand that I am responsible for compliance with the Rules and Regulations by all parties who are using the rental unit during my tenancy. I certify that I am over 25 years of age and that this unit will be occupied by me and my guests in compliance with the policies as set forth above. My signature below confirms my understanding and agreement to the Terms of this Rental Agreement.
My signature below confirms that I have been offered Trip Insurance.
My electronic signature below accepts the terms pursuant to the Rental of Salt on the Rim located at 4504 Lindbergh Ave, Kitty Hawk, N.C. 27949
Number of Guests: 8 (5 adults/ 3 children)
Tenant Phone Number: 540-285-0173
Tenant Email: colleen.johnson.va@gmail.com
Tenant Mailing Address: 367 Conner Grove Road Willis, VA 24380
Check in: 07/14/2023
Check out: 07/21/2023
Weekly Rent: $5355
Turnover: $0.00NC Tax: $682.76
Number of Dogs: 0
Pet Fee: N/A
Total Rent and fees: $6037.76
Half Rent: $3018.88
Balance: $3018.88
Final Payment Due: 05/30/2023
Addendum: N/A
Please sign below using a stylus, your mouse or your finger to authorize this contract. By electronically signing this document, you agree to the terms established above. After the document is signed, please mail a check for your deposit to Maria Harman 14207 Horseshoe Bridge Road Ashland VA 23005 OR use PayPal Friends and Family - obxsaltlifeinfo@gmail.com or @saltwatersunriseobx Thank you!
Client Information
Date: [signedbydate]
Signed by Colleen Johnson on Sun Jan 01 2023 07:08:52 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)
IP Address: 172.83.128.200