Rental Contract for
Kaufman House, Chebeague Island, ME
This
Short Term Rental Agreement is made by Theresa Kaufman and
_____________________________(Guest) as of the date last set forth on the
signature page of this Agreement. The parties hereby agree as follows:
Check
in Date______________/2020. Check Out Date __________________/2020
The
property is located at: 50 CarterÕs Point Road, Chebeague Island, Maine. This
property is includes: King size bed, Queen size bed, one set of twin beds, in
three bedrooms, dining room set with eight chairs, bed linens, towels, dishes,
eating and cooking utensils, kitchen appliances, outdoor propane grill, outdoor
charcoal grill, outdoor seating. We also have games and ÒislandÓ broadband for your computer. All
appliances are new as of summer 2015. We provide ÒstarterÓ bathroom tissue,
paper towels, soap, salt and pepper and some other spices and condiments. There
are two bikes, a hammock, beach chairs and beach towels. Exploration of the
island is a requirement!
1.
The Rental Party shall consist of ___________________________________
(Guest Name) and the following persons including ages of children.
2.
The maximum number of Guests is LIMITED TO SIX persons
including babies. Any person on the property during the ÒGuestÕsÓ stay is the responsibility of the
Guest.
3.
Check in time is at the ferry, 5:00 PM Sunday or
later unless other arrangements have been made. Take the 4:30 bus to the ferry.
Check
out is 9:45 AM Sunday for the ten oÕclock boat. You must leave by
10:00 AM so we can prepare for the next Guests. Cleaning Fees may be refundable
depending upon the amount of time our staff requires to clean. If dishes are
clean and put away, sheets are started with some in the dryer and towels and
robes are washed, folded and back in their places and the home is swept and
neat, the cleaning fee can be reduced or refunded. We have cleaning staff
available for your stay if you donÕt wish to clean on your vacation. Please leave it
like you found it.
4.
This property requires a SEVEN night minimum stay during peak
season. If the rental is taken for less than SEVEN nights during peak season,
the guest will be charged the SEVEN night rate unless agreement is reached with
the owner at the rate of $375.00 a night, three night minimum.
The
Guest agrees to abide by the Rental Rules while at the property and shall cause
all members of the rental party and anyone else the Guest permits on the
property to abide by the rules while at the property.
The
Guest shall allow Theresa Kaufman and/or subcontractor to access the property
for purposes of repair and inspection. Reasonable notice shall be given.
Rental
Rate and Fees;
a. A NONREFUNDABLE deposit of $600.00 is due upon agreement to the terms
of this contract.
The deposit shall be applied toward the rental fees. If you cancel your
time with us the deposit may be all or partially refunded only if a qualified
replacement rental is obtained.
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CANCELLATION POLICY We will try to accommodate date changes
if the change does not leave us with an open week which we could have rented. Maine
has a short rental season.
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All rentals are subject to the Maine Lodging Tax (9%) of the
rental rate which must be added to your balance due.
5.
RULES - Please be considerate of the neighborhood by reducing
outside deck and porch noise in the evening. We have families with young
children close by please
be quiet after 10 PM. Complaints to me could cause eviction.
NO
FIRES OF ANY KIND anywhere on the property.
TRASH - All trash must be bagged and taken to the Transfer Station. We
can deal with Sunday trash.
OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY - Limited to six people listed in rental contract.
Larger groups (parties) must be agreed to by
the owner in writing. An extra security deposit may be required.
PETS - Under NO conditions will PETS be
allowed. No kennel facilities exist on the island.
NO SMOKING is allowed inside any part of the house. Smoking outside on
decks and porches is fine if butts are disposed of carefully.
DAMAGE
AND SECURITY DEPOSIT - You will be billed for damage to the house or property,
if repair costs exceed the security deposit and required insurance amount,
INCLUDING labor for repairs, missing or damaged items, damaged walls, furniture
or appliances, stained linens or missing inventory, residue from smoking in the
house, pet remediation, including damage to any outbuildings and contents. You
will be charged if the next guest requires compensation because they are
inconvenienced by our inability to repair before their stay. You will not be
charged for minor accidents such as a broken glass or normal wear and tear.
Please let us know about broken dishes or glasses. The security
deposit shall be returned upon our staff verification of no damage
and within 30 days as Maine Law requires.
State
of Maine Laws govern this contract. Disputes and arbitration shall be heard in
the state of Maine. Please tell us in good time, that something broke so we can
replace or repair it for you and our future guests.
PAYMENT IN FULL -
Shall be due at least 60 days before the Check-in-Date. If
your reservation is made within 60 days of check in, full payment is required.
Peak season is from
June 15 to September 15. Off peak is from June 1-15 and after September 15. If you have stayed with us in the past
you may be entitled to a discount.
10. Please send a
copy of this agreement, pages through four, signed and dated with your deposit
of $600 or full amount to: Patricia Festino, 12 CarterÕs Point, Chebeague
Island, Maine 04017. Or, scan and email signed contract to me, payment by check
or pay by credit card on rental website.
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|
Peak Season |
|
Weekly Rental |
2625.00 |
|
Cleaning Deposit - $100 Refundable |
$200.00 |
|
Security Deposit Refundable |
$500.00 |
|
State Tax @ 9% |
$236.25 |
|
|
$3561.25 |
Total minus deposit
due 60 days before check in. We suggest you pay half as the first payment.
If you pay the
deposit by credit card and mail a check to me for the final amount I will not
charge you the credit card fee which is 3%. You can also vemno @Theresa-Kaufman
.
Please write
clearly. I use this form to mail deposit back to you.
Signature of Guest:
__________________________________________
Please Print Name:
___________________________________________
Dated:
_______________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________
Street City
State_________
Zip_________ Email:______________________________ Phone Number:
__________________
Feel
free to contact me at any time for any further information or to give me
suggestions for improving Kaufman House and its contents so your next stay will
be better. We look forward to having you and know that you will find your ÒChebeague
Island VacationÓ unique and memorable.
Sincerely
Yours,
Theresa and Peter
Kaufman
50
CarterÕs Point
Chebeague Island, Maine 04017
917-697-9290