Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
If any amount is not paid when due, the agreement may be terminated, and any funds received shall be retained by the Property Owner. A fee of $40 will be assessed for a check that does not clear.
The Property Owner may use the security deposit for actual damage to the Premises, excessive cleaning or rental terms violations. Damages or other costs in excess of the deposit will be billed to the Guest. The cleaning/security deposit will be returned to the Guest within 14 days of last day of reservation.
The number of guests staying at the property must be correctly listed in the reservation. Failure to do so may result in additional fees, penalties and/or termination of rental agreement without refund. Day time guests may be allowed but must be approved in advance.
The guest may terminate the reservation 60 days prior to the arrival date for any reason by providing written notice to Good Times Cottage Rentals. A full refund will be provided less a 3% credit card fee and a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations within 60 days of the arrival date except for the cleaning/security deposit if the property isn’t subsequently rented. If the property is successfully re-rented during part or all of the cancelled rental period, the rent paid by the guest who cancels will be refunded for the days rented less 3% of payment plus a $100 rebooking fee and any difference in rent, if any.
In the event the Premises becomes unavailable due to fire, flooding or other such damage, the Property Owner will promptly inform the Guest of the termination of the Agreement. The Property Owner will refund the entire amount paid by the Guest.
In the event of sale of the Premises, the Property Owner shall transfer the rental agreement and amounts paid to the new owner if agreeable to the new owner and the Guest. The Property Owner shall notify the Guest of the new owner’s name and contact information. The new owner shall then be responsible for all amounts paid. Otherwise, all rent payments and deposits will be returned to the Guest and the reservation will be cancelled.
Upon arrival at the Premises, The Guest shall examine the Premises, contents of the Premises indoor and outdoor. The Guest accepts the Premises and contents in its existing condition and acknowledges that the Premises are in good order and repair, except as identified by Guest provided Guest reports the condition to Property Owner on the day the of arrival. The Guest shall also promptly report the need for any maintenance or repairs and anything that is broken or damaged by the Guests or visitors for the duration of the Rental Agreement.
The Guest shall use the property for legal purposes only.
The Guest making the reservation is fully responsible for the actions of the Guests and other visitors. Any Guest or visitor actions that violate the terms of this rental agreement or otherwise result in damages will be the responsibility of the Guest making the reservation. The Guest shall obtain Property Owner approval for all visitors not included on the reservation prior to their visit.
Guest shall not sub-rent the Premises or any part of the Premises or reassign this Agreement.
The Guest agrees to permit the Property Owner access to the Premises when requested. Prior notice will be given to the Guest except in cases where: 1) The Guest cannot be contacted. 2) The Guest has requested certain repairs to be made or cleaning performed. 3) If Property Owner has reason to believe the Guest is in violation of the terms of this agreement. 4) An emergency exists.
If the Guest fails to vacate the Premises upon Agreement termination, additional rent will be charged at a rate of $1500/day or partial day unless the Agreement is extended by mutual agreement between the Property Owner and the Guest prior to Agreement termination.
The Guests and visitors shall hereby indemnify and hold harmless the property owner against any and all claims of personal injury or property damage or loss arising from use of the premises regardless of the nature of the accident, injury or loss including negligence. This includes use of lake equipment (stairs, docks, canoe, kayaks, etc,). It is the responsibility of the Guest making the reservation to inform the Guests and visitors of this indemnification.
In the event the Guests or visitors violate any provision of the Rental Terms, the Agreement may be immediately terminated at the discretion of the property owner and any funds received including the security deposit shall be retained by the Property Owner.
The Guest agrees to pay all reasonable costs, attorney’s fees and expenses that shall be made or incurred by Landlord enforcing this agreement.
This Agreement shall be governed by, interpreted and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan and the venue for any disputes shall lie in Oceana County, Michigan.
If any provision of this Agreement is deemed unenforceable in a court of law, the remainder of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.