This Renter Agreement ("Agreement") is made and effective upon reservation confirmation ("Agreement Date") between Maple Brook Memories ("Owner and/or Manager") and above guest ("Guest") regarding the above property ("Rental Property"). This Agreement applies to the Guest's stay at Rental Property for the dates on the reservation above but also applies to any other dates which may be included if the reservation is changed. This Agreement applies to all members of the Guest's party no matter the age or affiliation. Guest acknowledges that Guest is responsible for sharing the renter agreement, and its requirements, with all members of the Guest's party and anyone else permitted onto the Rental Property by the Guest. In consideration of the rent received and the mutual promises contained herein, Owner of the Rental Property does hereby lease and rent to Guest(s) such Rental Property under the following terms and conditions: Guest agrees to abide by all rules and regulations contained herein or posted on the premises related to the Rental Property. Guests obligations include but are not limited to keeping the premises as clean and safe as the conditions of the premises permit and causing no unsafe or unsanitary conditions in any common area and remainder of the premises that Guest uses. Guests agree to keep doors and windows locked when leaving the property. Guests agree not to use the premises for any commercial activities or purpose that violates any criminal law or governmental regulation. Guest's breach of any duty contained in this paragraph shall be considered material and shall result in the termination of guest occupancy with no refund of any kind. In no event shall the Rental Property be occupied by more persons than the capacity of the property as stated on the web site or the confirmation letter, without prior approval by Owner. No fraternities, school, civic, or other non-family groups are allowed unless Owner grants prior approval. No un-registered guests allowed at the property after 11pm. All motor vehicles (cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) must remain in designated driveways and parking areas. In no event shall Guests assign or sublet the Rental Property in whole or in part without approval by Owner. Violations of these rules are grounds for expedited eviction with no refund of any kind. Guests hereby acknowledge and grant specific permission to Owner to enter premises at any time for inspection purposes should Owner reasonably believe that Guests are causing or have caused any damage to or unsafe condition within Rental Property. Guest further agrees to grant Owner access to Rental Property for purposes of maintenance and/or repair. In the event Guest wishes to terminate this agreement, there may be processing or administrative fees that are non-refundable. The refund policy is as listed above in the booking confirmation. For cancelations made outside the refund window, no refund will be issued. Guest is encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance in the event that they are unable to occupy the Rental Property per this agreement. A payment of $75.00 is taken by Owner at the time of the booking. Any remaining balance must be paid 14 days prior to the arrival date, or this Agreement may be cancelled at the sole option of the Owner. An automatic credit card payment for the remaining balance will be scheduled by the Owner to be made 14 days prior to the arrival date. The credit card of the first payment is automatically used for this. If the automatic payment fails for any reason, it is the responsibility of the Guest to make sure that the remaining balance is promptly paid in full, or the reservation will be canceled with no refund of payments made. All policies contained in this Agreement shall apply equally to payments made by credit card, and whether made via website, by phone or in person. Any refunds due to Guests from a credit card payment will be refunded by credit card transaction. Regular payments and security deposits for the booking will be displayed as MAPLE BROOK MEMORIES on the Guest's credit card statement. No pets or animals are allowed inside the Rental Property. Any unapproved pet(s) or animal(s) found in or about the Rental Property will be grounds for expedited eviction and forfeiture of all monies paid. No smoking, vaping, or use of flame candles to avoid adverse smells, stains, burns, combustion residue (including wax), and the like in the Rental Property or on their decks. If smoking outside, properly dispose of cigarette/cigar butts. Outdoor fires are to be limited to fire pit area, and are to be attended at all times. Firearms, fireworks, or any other energetic materials are not permitted to be used at any time in or around the Rental Property. Guests must inform the Owner of their intention to bring children and the specific number. A child is defined as any person under the age of 18. No refunds will be provided due to inoperable appliances, hot tubs, loss of electricity or Wifi, and other utilities and amenities described in the Rental Property’s public descriptions. The Owner will make every reasonable effort to assure that such appliances and amenities will be available and remain in good working order. No refunds will be given due to power blackouts, WiFi or cell phone outages, water shortage, hot water shortage, flooding, snow, construction at adjacent properties, or mandatory evacuations of the area by Government officials due to potentially dangerous weather or other situations. Guest is responsible for all shipping costs for any Lost and Found items that Owner is requested to return to Guest. Items found and not claimed within 30 days will be disposed of at the discretion of Owner. If a hot tub is provided at the Rental Property, it will be prepared and tested for proper and safe chemicals prior to or on the day of occupancy. Misuse of a hot tub by the spilling of foreign substances into the pool, i.e. soap, shampoo, alcohol or other drinks, oils, glass or metal will result in a Service Call Charge at the sole discretion of Owner. Violation of this provision shall be grounds for expedited eviction and forfeiture of all monies paid. In the event Owner is unable to make Rental Property available for any reason other than described above or a reasonable substitute as determined by Owner, Guest agrees that Owner's sole liability as a result of this unavailability is to provide a full refund of all monies paid under this Agreement and Guest expressly acknowledges that in no event shall Owner be held liable for any special or consequential damages which result from this unavailability. Guest also agrees to indemnify Owner from and against liability for injury to Guest or any other person occupying Rental Property resulting from any cause whatsoever including, but not limited to, injury sustained as a result of use of the amenities, cooking utensils, fire pit, hot tub, deck, stairways/ladders etc. except only if such a personal injury caused by the gross negligence or intentional acts of the Owner. Owner may terminate this Agreement upon the breach of any of the terms hereof by Guest. Guest shall not be entitled to the return of any rental monies paid under the terms of this Agreement and shall vacate the Property immediately. This Agreement shall be enforced under the laws of the state within which the Rental Property is located, including any applicable rental acts of that state, and represents the entire Agreement. Any amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties. In the event of a dispute, legal action may only be instituted in the county within which the Rental Property is located. If any part of this Agreement shall be deemed unenforceable by law, that part shall be omitted from this Agreement without affecting the remaining Agreement. The Rental Property may offer access to recreational and water activities, including but not limited to canoes, bicycles, hiking, and swimming. Guest fully understands and acknowledges that outdoor recreational and water activities have inherent risks, dangers and hazards. Participation in such activities and/or use of equipment may result in injury or illness including, but not limited to bodily injury, disease, strains, fractures, partial and/or total paralysis, death or other ailments that could cause serious disability. Guest agrees to fully indemnify and hold harmless the Owner and any and all agents, employees, or contractors for any injury or damage caused by these activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Owners, the negligence of the participants, the negligence of others, accidents, breaches of contract, the forces of nature or other causes foreseeable or unforeseeable. Guest hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages, whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence or other conduct of the Owners or by any other person. Guest hereby voluntarily agree to release, waive, discharge, hold harmless, defend and indemnify Owner and any and all agents, employees, or contractors from any and all claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services or otherwise which may arise out of my use of Rental Property facilities, equipment, or activities. Guest further assumes full responsibility for the actions of any and all persons whom Guest may allow to enter the property during the rental period and indemnifies Owner from any and all claims arising from such other persons.
